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1 / 5Life During Wartime (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
Life During Wartime is a Criterion Collection Blu-ray directed by Todd Solondz. This dark comedy revisits the world of Happiness with a new cast, shifting the setting to Florida and exploring forgiveness and the possibility of change.
At a glance
- Todd Solondz’s film reworks the characters and setting of his 1998 dark comedy Happiness, with different actors in the roles.
- The story moves from New Jersey to Florida and considers forgiveness and the prospect of change.
- The listing identifies the release as a single-disc Blu-ray.
Reference price: $39.95
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A Criterion Collection Blu-ray of a Todd Solondz film, with the director and principal cast identified in the listing.
- The 97-minute runtime is a defined, relatively compact feature-length viewing option.
Cons
- The R (Restricted) rating may make this an unsuitable choice for some viewers.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Format | Blu-ray |
|---|---|
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Todd Solondz |
| Runtime | 1 hour and 37 minutes |
| Language | English |
| MPAA rating | R (Restricted) |
| Release date | July 26, 2011 |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Item model number | 17542411 |
| Contributors | Allison Janney, Ally Sheedy, Ciaran Hinds, Paul Reubens, Shirley Henderson, Todd Solondz |
|---|
| Dimensions listed | 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.84 ounces |
|---|
What to know before buying
- The listing describes a dark comedy with emotionally troubled characters and sensitive subject matter, including a reformed pedophile. Consider that material before choosing it for a shared or family viewing.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Viewers interested in Todd Solondz’s dark comedies or the film’s connection to Happiness.
- Collectors seeking this Criterion Collection film on Blu-ray.
- Viewers who enjoy character-driven stories about forgiveness and the possibility of change.
Less suited to
- Those seeking light or family-oriented comedy, given the listed R rating and the film’s described subject matter.
- Buyers looking for a 4K edition, since this listing identifies the format as Blu-ray.
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Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
68% 68% - 4 stars
15% 15% - 3 stars
9% 9% - 2 stars
4% 4% - 1 star
4% 4%
Aggregate ratings lean positive, with five-star ratings forming the largest group, but lower star ratings are also present. Without customer comment evidence, those figures do not show what viewers liked or disliked. For buyers considering this R-rated dark comedy, the film’s stated subject matter and connection to Happiness are more useful decision points than the overall rating alone.
Frequently asked questions
What format is this release?
The listing identifies it as a Blu-ray with one disc.
How long is the film?
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Who directed Life During Wartime?
The listed director is Todd Solondz.
Is this a sequel to Happiness?
The listing describes it as a distorted mirror image of Happiness, with the setting and actors changed. It does not label the film a sequel.
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