1 / 4About Dry Grasses (Criterion Premieres) DVD
About Dry Grasses is a Criterion Premieres DVD directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan. This 3-hour-and-18-minute drama follows a teacher facing scrutiny and isolation in a snowy Anatolian village, with a new filmmaker interview and trailer listed among the included extras.
At a glance
- A character-focused drama set in an isolated Anatolian village.
- The listing describes a teacher whose hopes of leaving for Istanbul are complicated by misconduct scrutiny and strained relationships.
- Listed extras include a new interview with director Nuri Bilge Ceylan and a trailer.
Often bought together
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Pros and cons
Pros
- One disc presents the feature in DVD, NTSC format.
- The listed interview offers additional material with the director.
- The runtime and aspect ratio are specified in the product details.
Cons
- The feature's listed runtime of 3 hours and 18 minutes calls for a substantial viewing session.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Media format | DVD, NTSC |
|---|---|
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Aspect ratio | 2.39:1 |
| Runtime | 3 hours and 18 minutes |
| Rating | Unrated (Not Rated) |
| Director | Nuri Bilge Ceylan |
|---|---|
| Actors | Deniz Celiloğlu, Merve Dizdar, Musab Ekici |
| Studio | The Criterion Collection |
| Release date | October 22, 2024 |
| Dimensions listed | 0.58 x 7.41 x 5.48 inches; 2.72 ounces |
|---|
What to know before buying
- The listing gives a 2.39:1 aspect ratio and DVD, NTSC format. Confirm these meet your display and playback preferences.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
70% 70% - 4 stars
17% 17% - 3 stars
7% 7% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
6% 6%
Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most falling in the five-star category, though some are one-star and others are three-star. These ratings suggest generally favorable reception but do not explain individual reactions or establish how the film's long runtime or style was received.
Frequently asked questions
What format is this edition?
The listing identifies it as a one-disc DVD in NTSC format, with a 2.39:1 aspect ratio.
How long is About Dry Grasses?
The listed runtime is 3 hours and 18 minutes.
What extras are listed?
The product description lists a new interview with director Nuri Bilge Ceylan and a trailer.
Who directed and stars in the film?
The listed director is Nuri Bilge Ceylan. The listed actors are Deniz Celiloğlu, Merve Dizdar, and Musab Ekici.
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