Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors from The Criterion Collection is a Blu-ray edition of Sergei Parajanov’s film, described as a story of love, grief, and hope set among Hutsul communities in the Carpathian Mountains. The listing highlights a new 4K digital restoration and several newly produced supplements.

At a glance

The listing describes a new 4K digital restoration with an uncompressed monaural soundtrack.
Supplements include an audio commentary by historian Joshua First, an introduction by Martin Scorsese, and an interview with actor Larysa Kadochnykova.
Also listed are the 2025 feature documentary The Lilac Wind of Paradjanov, the 2026 experimental short Shadowsur, a new English subtitle translation, and an essay by critic Carmen Gray.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$39.95~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The restoration and uncompressed monaural soundtrack are specifically identified in the edition details.
The listed extras include both film-focused commentary and additional documentary and experimental-film material.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Disc and film
Format	Blu-ray
Runtime	1 hour and 36 minutes
Rating	NR (Not Rated)
Director	Sergei Parajanov
Actors	Ivan Mykolaichuk, Larysa Kadochnykova

Edition details
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Package dimensions	6.77 x 5.31 x 0.67 inches; 3.17 ounces
Release date	November 17, 2026

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The film is listed as NR (Not Rated). The 4K reference applies to the stated digital restoration, while the physical media format is Blu-ray, not 4K UHD. The listing gives a November 17, 2026 release date and marks the title for preorder.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Sergei Parajanov’s filmmaking and Ukrainian and Hutsul cultural settings.
Criterion collectors seeking a Blu-ray edition with restoration and substantial listed supplements.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD disc rather than a Blu-ray.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD disc?

No. The listed physical format is Blu-ray. The listing describes the film as receiving a new 4K digital restoration, which is not the same as a 4K UHD disc.

What bonus material is listed?

The listing names an audio commentary, an introduction, an actor interview, a feature documentary, an experimental short film, a new English subtitle translation, and an essay.

When is this edition scheduled to be released?

The listing gives November 17, 2026 and says the title is available for preorder.