Querelle (The Criterion Collection) [DVD]

Querelle from The Criterion Collection is Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s adaptation of Jean Genet’s novel, presented on DVD. The listing describes an expressionistic drama and includes a restored digital master and several bonus features, but its stated runtime of one minute is inconsistent with the feature-film description.

At a glance

Fassbinder’s adaptation of Jean Genet’s novel, described as an expressionistic vision of a French seaport town.
The listed special features include a restored high-definition digital master, a Michael Koresky interview, a 1982 documentary, a trailer and an essay by Nathan Lee.
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing are listed.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

One-disc DVD release with English subtitles and a stated 2.35:1 aspect ratio.
The description lists several extras, including a documentary about Fassbinder’s later works and an interview on his aesthetics and visual storytelling.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Disc and playback
Genre	Drama
Format	DVD, NTSC, Subtitled
Number of discs	1
Language	English
Aspect ratio	2.35:1
MPAA rating	R (Restricted)

Film and release
Contributor	Brad Davis
Runtime	1 minute
Release date	June 11, 2024
Studio	The Criterion Collection

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions listed	1 x 1 x 1 inches; 2.89 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing’s runtime is given as 1 minute, which conflicts with its description of a feature film. Confirm the runtime before buying. The listed dimensions and weight may also be package measurements rather than disc dimensions.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Jean Genet adaptations and expressionistic drama.
Collectors seeking this Criterion Collection DVD with its listed interview, documentary, trailer and essay.

Less suited to

Buyers who require a confirmed feature-film runtime before purchase.
Buyers seeking a Blu-ray or 4K edition rather than DVD.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.3 / 5 · 92 ratings

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4 stars13%13%
3 stars12%12%
2 stars1%1%
1 star8%8%

Aggregate customer ratings lean positive overall, with most ratings in the top two star categories, but a smaller set of low ratings and a notable middle-rating share show that experiences are not uniformly favorable. No written feedback is supplied, so the ratings do not establish what viewers liked or disliked. They cannot resolve the listing’s conflicting one-minute runtime.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The listing identifies it as a one-disc NTSC DVD with English subtitles.

What bonus features are listed?

The description lists a restored high-definition digital master, an interview with critic Michael Koresky, the 1982 documentary Rainer Werner Fassbinder—Last Works, a trailer and an essay by Nathan Lee.

How long is the film?

The listing states 1 minute, which conflicts with its feature-film description. Confirm the runtime with the selected listing before buying.

Does it include subtitles?

The listing specifies English subtitles, including subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.