1 / 4Le Beau Serge (The Criterion Collection) DVD
Le Beau Serge from The Criterion Collection is Claude Chabrol’s black-and-white drama about a young man returning to his village and confronting the changed life of a former friend. This single-disc DVD is listed as French mono with English subtitles and runs 1 hour and 34 minutes.
At a glance
- Chabrol’s feature debut centers on a returning young man and his unhappy former friend in a small village.
- The listing specifies a black-and-white, full-screen DVD presentation with French mono audio and English subtitles.
- One disc with a listed runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.
Often bought together
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Pros and cons
Pros
- English subtitles are specified for the French-language film.
- The listed runtime and single-disc format make the viewing commitment clear.
Cons
- The listed presentation is full-screen rather than a widescreen format.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Genre | Drama |
|---|---|
| Director | Claude Chabrol |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| MPAA rating | NR (Not Rated) |
| Release date | September 20, 2011 |
| Media format | Black & White, Full Screen, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled |
|---|---|
| Language | French (Mono) |
| Subtitles | English |
| Runtime | 1 hour and 34 minutes |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Actors | Bernadette Lafont, Claude Cerval, Gerard Blain, Jean-Claude Brialy, Michele Meritz |
|---|
| Dimensions listed | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.84 ounces |
|---|
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Viewers collecting Claude Chabrol films or Criterion Collection DVDs.
- Audiences interested in French drama presented in black and white.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a widescreen presentation or a color film.
- Viewers who require English-language audio, which is not listed.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
73% 73% - 4 stars
13% 13% - 3 stars
14% 14% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
0% 0%
Aggregate customer ratings lean favorable, with most ratings in the five-star category, while some are three-star. These figures suggest generally positive reception but do not explain specific reasons or establish how the presentation performs. The listed black-and-white, full-screen format and French audio with English subtitles are useful fit checks for prospective viewers.
Frequently asked questions
What language is the film in?
The listing specifies French mono audio and English subtitles.
How long is Le Beau Serge?
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 34 minutes.
What kind of presentation does this DVD use?
The listing describes it as black and white, full screen, NTSC, and subtitled.
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