# The Passion of Joan of Arc: The Criterion Collection DVD

The Criterion Collection’s The Passion of Joan of Arc is a two-disc DVD edition of Carl Th. Dreyer’s silent film, with alternate frame-rate presentations, three musical scores and supplementary material. Its multiple viewing options suit viewers interested in comparing how pacing and accompaniment shape the film.

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## At a glance

- Includes a 24 frames-per-second presentation and an alternate 20 frames-per-second version with original Danish intertitles.
- Three musical accompaniments are listed: Richard Einhorn’s VOICES OF LIGHT, music by Will Gregory and Adrian Utley, and a score by Mie Yanashita.
- Extras include a film-scholar commentary, interviews, a frame-rate video essay, version history and production-design archive.
- Includes an essay by Mark Le Fanu, a 1929 director’s statement and the VOICES OF LIGHT libretto.

## Pros

- Two film presentations and three scores give viewers several ways to experience the silent film.
- English subtitles are listed, alongside the alternate presentation with original Danish intertitles.
- The listed extras cover the film’s history, frame-rate debate, production design and musical accompaniment.

## Specifications

### Disc and playback details
- Media format: NTSC
- Number of discs: 2
- Runtime: 1 hour and 21 minutes
- Language: English
- Dubbed: French
- Color: Color
### Film and edition
- Director: Carl Th. Dreyer
- Actor: Renée Falconetti
- Contributors: Carl Th. Dreyer, Renée Falconetti
- Studio: Criterion Collection
- Release date: March 20, 2018
### Dimensions and installation
- Dimensions listed: 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 5.12 ounces

## Before you buy

- The listing identifies the language as English and also lists French dubbing, while describing the film as silent and specifying an alternate presentation with original Danish intertitles. Confirm the language and subtitle details for the selected edition if they matter to your setup.

## A good fit for

- Viewers collecting Criterion editions or exploring silent cinema.
- Buyers who want alternate frame rates, several musical scores and substantial film-related extras.

## Less suited to

- Viewers seeking a Blu-ray or 4K edition rather than DVD.
- Anyone looking for a single fixed musical accompaniment, since three score options are listed.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback describes the film as moving and praises Renée Falconetti’s performance, the silent storytelling, and picture quality. Responses to the music selection are mixed. For viewers choosing this edition partly for its accompaniment, the three listed scores offer alternatives, though feedback suggests the options will not suit everyone. These are reported impressions, not a guarantee of playback quality on a particular setup.
- Positive themes: Customers praise Renée Falconetti’s performance and describe the film as emotionally affecting.
- Positive themes: Customers appreciate its visual storytelling as a silent film and report favorable impressions of picture quality.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback on the musical accompaniment is mixed.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many discs are included?
The listing specifies two discs.
### Does this edition include different versions of the film?
Yes. The description lists a 24 frames-per-second presentation and an alternate 20 frames-per-second presentation with original Danish intertitles.
### What music options are listed?
Three scores are described: Richard Einhorn’s VOICES OF LIGHT, one by Will Gregory and Adrian Utley, and one composed and performed by Mie Yanashita.
### Are subtitles included?
English subtitles are listed. The listing also identifies English as the language and French as dubbed, so confirm those details if language format is important.

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