Paper Moon: The Criterion Collection 4K UHD

Paper Moon: The Criterion Collection is a two-disc 4K UHD and Blu-ray special edition of Peter Bogdanovich’s comedy-drama. The set combines the film on 4K UHD and Blu-ray with a Blu-ray of special features, including commentary, interviews, a video essay and archival material.

At a glance

The edition includes one 4K UHD disc with the film and one Blu-ray with the film and special features.
The 4K presentation is listed with Dolby Vision HDR and a new 4K digital restoration.
Extras include a director’s commentary, a new video essay, a three-part making-of documentary, archival interview and location-scouting footage.
The film’s listed audio is English Dolby Digital 1.0. English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing are described in the edition features.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Two-disc set includes both 4K UHD and Blu-ray versions of the film.
A broad set of supplemental material covers production, interviews, commentary and archival footage.
The listed restoration and Dolby Vision HDR provide a 4K presentation for compatible equipment.

Technical specifications

14 specifications

Film and edition
Format	4K
Genre	Comedy, Drama
Director	Peter Bogdanovich
Actors	Ryan O’Neal, Tatum O’Neal
Contributors	Peter Bogdanovich, Ryan O’Neal, Tatum O’Neal
Runtime	1 hour and 42 minutes
Aspect ratio	1.66:1
MPAA rating	NR (Not Rated)
Release date	November 26, 2024
Studio	The Criterion Collection

Disc and playback details
Number of discs	2
Language	English (Dolby Digital 1.0)
Subtitles	English

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 6.9 x 5.6 inches; 5.12 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing describes English subtitles in the product details and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing in the edition features. Confirm the subtitle track details if that distinction matters to you. The listing also describes a new 4K restoration and Dolby Vision presentation, while customer feedback reports mixed experiences with 4K disc freezing. This is a reported playback concern, not a confirmed defect in every copy.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Collectors seeking a Criterion edition of Paper Moon with both 4K UHD and Blu-ray discs.
Viewers interested in director commentary, production features and archival material.
Buyers who want English-language playback and subtitles.

Less suited to

Viewers who require multichannel audio, since the listed soundtrack is English Dolby Digital 1.0.
Buyers without a 4K UHD player who want to use the 4K disc.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 241 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights the film’s humor, performances and black-and-white presentation, with praise for the depiction of Depression-era America. Some customers also report that the 4K image looks crisp. Playback stability is mixed, with reports ranging from trouble-free viewing to repeated freezing. The favorable overall rating distribution suggests a generally positive reception, but it does not settle the disc-stability concern. Buyers prioritizing the 4K presentation may want to consider that reported variability.

Positive themes

Customers praise the film’s humor and the performances, particularly Tatum O’Neal and Ryan O’Neal.
Some customers commend the black-and-white image and presentation of Depression-era America.

Mixed feedback

Customer reports about 4K disc stability vary, with both trouble-free playback and freezing mentioned.

Frequently asked questions

What discs are included in this Paper Moon edition?

The listing specifies two discs: a 4K UHD disc with the film and a Blu-ray disc with the film and special features.

What special features are listed?

The listed extras include director commentary, an introduction, a video essay, a three-part making-of documentary, an archival interview, excerpts from The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, location-scouting footage and a trailer.

What audio and subtitle details are provided?

The product details list English (Dolby Digital 1.0) audio and English subtitles. The edition description specifically calls out English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Are customers reporting any playback concerns?

Customer feedback is mixed on 4K disc stability. Some report trouble-free playback, while others mention the disc freezing multiple times, so reports do not establish that every copy will have the issue.