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My Brilliant Career (The Criterion Collection) DVD

My Brilliant Career from The Criterion Collection is a drama directed by Gillian Armstrong, starring Judy Davis and Sam Neill. This DVD presents Armstrong’s adaptation of Miles Franklin’s coming-of-age story, centered on a headstrong young writer.

At a glance

  • Gillian Armstrong directs this adaptation of Miles Franklin’s coming-of-age story.
  • Judy Davis stars as a spirited young writer, with Sam Neill also credited.
  • Single-disc DVD in NTSC widescreen format, with English subtitles.
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Reference price: $29.95

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • The DVD format and English subtitles are specified, making playback-format and subtitle details easier to assess before purchase.
  • The film’s director and principal actors are identified for buyers choosing by filmmaker or cast.

Technical specifications

13 specifications
Film and format
GenreDrama
FormatDVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Runtime1 hour and 50 minutes
DirectorGillian Armstrong
ContributorsGillian Armstrong, Judy Davis, Sam Neill
ActorsJudy Davis, Sam Neill
LanguageEnglish
MPAA ratingG (General Audience)
StudioCriterion Collection
Release dateApril 30, 2019
Number of discs1
Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.4 ounces
Product identification
Item model numberCC3021DVD DVD

What to know before buying

  • This is a DVD rather than a Blu-ray, so buyers seeking a Blu-ray edition should select a different format.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Viewers interested in Australian coming-of-age dramas and period stories.
  • Fans of Gillian Armstrong, Judy Davis or Sam Neill.
  • Collectors seeking the Criterion Collection DVD edition.

Less suited to

  • Buyers specifically looking for a Blu-ray edition.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 60 ratings
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  • 4 stars15%15%
  • 3 stars6%6%
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  • 1 star5%5%

Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top category, but a smaller share falls in lower categories. The supplied feedback has no written review summary, so it does not establish specific praise or explain the lower ratings. Ratings alone offer limited guidance about picture, sound or packaging quality.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The listing specifies a DVD in NTSC widescreen format. It is not identified as a Blu-ray.

Are English subtitles included?

English is listed for subtitles, and English is also the listed language.

Who directed and stars in My Brilliant Career?

Gillian Armstrong directed the film. Judy Davis and Sam Neill are listed as actors.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 50 minutes.

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