The War Room: The Criterion Collection DVD

The War Room: The Criterion Collection is a two-disc documentary about Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign. Directed by Chris Hegedus and D. A. Pennebaker, it follows campaign strategists including James Carville and George Stephanopoulos at work.

At a glance

A behind-the-scenes documentary following the strategists behind Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign.
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 36 minutes, with two discs in the set.
Customer feedback reports appreciation for its campaign-insider perspective, though reactions to the political subject matter vary.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Its focus on campaign strategy and behind-the-scenes work offers a specific angle for viewers interested in political history.
The two-disc set includes a feature listed at 1 hour and 36 minutes.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Disc and playback
Format	Color, Dolby, Full Screen, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled
Number of discs	2
Run time	1 hour and 36 minutes
Subtitles	English
Aspect ratio	Unknown

Film details
Genre	Special Interests
Director	Chris Hegedus, D. A. Pennebaker
Actors	Bill Clinton, George Stephanopoulos, Heather Beckel, James Carville, Paul Begala
Rating	PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Release date	March 20, 2012
Studio	Criterion Collection

Language
Additional language listing	Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1)

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 4.32 ounces

What to know before buying

The listing identifies English as the language and English subtitles, but also separately lists Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1) as a language. Confirm the audio and subtitle options on the selected edition if these matter to you. The aspect ratio is listed as unknown.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in U.S. campaign history and the 1992 presidential election.
Fans of political documentaries and behind-the-scenes campaign coverage.
Collectors looking for this Criterion Collection DVD edition.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking a current-election documentary or a nonpolitical film.
Viewers who need a confirmed aspect ratio or clearly specified audio-language options before purchase.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.1 / 5 · 127 ratings

5 stars56%56%
4 stars19%19%
3 stars12%12%
2 stars6%6%
1 star7%7%

Customer feedback describes the documentary as engaging, especially for its behind-the-scenes view of a presidential campaign and its attention to Carville and Stephanopoulos. Responses to the political content are mixed, including concerns about suitability for younger viewers. That subject matter is central to the film, and the listing rates it PG. Aggregate ratings lean positive but include a range of responses, so they do not guarantee the film will suit every viewer.

Positive themes

Customers praise the engaging documentary and its behind-the-scenes campaign perspective.
The campaign team, including Carville and Stephanopoulos, is specifically highlighted in feedback.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on the political content varies, including concerns about its appropriateness for younger audiences.

Frequently asked questions

What is The War Room about?

It follows the team of strategists behind Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign, including James Carville and George Stephanopoulos.

How many discs and how long is this edition?

The listing specifies two discs and a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes.

What language and subtitle options are listed?

English is listed as the language, and English subtitles are specified. The details also list Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1), so confirm the edition’s audio options if Italian is important.