Barry Lyndon: The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Barry Lyndon from The Criterion Collection is a widescreen Blu-ray edition of Stanley Kubrick’s historical drama, with a two-disc special-edition feature list and a runtime of just over three hours. The listed extras include a new 4K digital restoration, two soundtrack options, interviews and programs on the film’s visuals and production.

At a glance

The listed special edition includes a new 4K digital restoration with an uncompressed monaural soundtrack and an alternate 5.1 surround soundtrack.
Bonus features include interviews and programs on the film’s visuals, production design, costumes, editing and soundtrack, plus trailers.
The film follows opportunist Barry Lyndon from an Irish farm through war and high society, in a historical drama adapted from William Makepeace Thackeray.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Two-disc edition with a broad selection of film-focused interviews and supplementary programs.
Includes both the uncompressed monaural soundtrack and an alternate 5.1 surround option.
English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing are listed among the special features.

Cons

The feature runs for 3 hours and 4 minutes, so it requires a substantial viewing commitment.

Technical specifications

11 specifications

Film and release
Genre	Drama
Format	Blu-ray, Widescreen
Runtime	3 hours and 4 minutes
Language	English
MPAA rating	PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Release date	October 17, 2017
Studio	Criterion Collection
Director	Stanley Kubrick
Contributors	Marisa Berenson, Ryan O'Neal, Stanley Kubrick
Number of discs	2

Dimensions
Dimensions and listed weight	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 4 ounces

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers seeking a Criterion Blu-ray of Stanley Kubrick’s historical drama with substantial supplemental material.
Collectors interested in film-production interviews and programs about cinematography, costumes, production design and editing.
Buyers who want a long-form historical drama and are comfortable with a Blu-ray rather than a listed 4K UHD edition.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD disc. The listing identifies this edition as Blu-ray.
Viewers looking for a short film or a fast-paced, action-led story.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 1,134 ratings

5 stars84%84%
4 stars8%8%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars1%1%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights the cinematography, image presentation, story and supplemental material. The feedback also mentions the film’s slow, dreamy quality, which may suit viewers drawn to its deliberate historical atmosphere but may not appeal to those seeking a brisk pace. One comment considers the 4K UHD presentation visually superior, while this listing specifies a Blu-ray with a 4K digital restoration. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, but they do not establish individual reasons for ratings or settle comparisons between formats.

Positive themes

Customers praise the cinematography and image presentation, including scenes described as resembling oil paintings.
Feedback describes the story as engaging and praises the supplemental material and transfer quality.

Mixed feedback

One reported comparison considers a 4K UHD presentation superior in visual aspects, while the product here is listed as Blu-ray.
The story’s slow, dreamy quality may be a draw for some viewers and a pacing consideration for others.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD disc?

No 4K UHD disc is specified. The format is listed as Blu-ray, though the feature description says the Blu-ray includes a new 4K digital restoration.

What special features are listed?

The feature list includes interviews and programs about the film’s visuals, production design, costumes, editing and 5.1 soundtrack, along with trailers and printed essays.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 3 hours and 4 minutes.

Which audio and subtitle options are described?

The feature description lists an uncompressed monaural soundtrack, an alternate 5.1 surround soundtrack and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.