1 / 4Caught by the Tides (Criterion Premieres) DVD
Caught by the Tides from Criterion Premieres is Jia Zhang-Ke’s chronicle of estranged lovers aging across China from the dawn of the millennium to the pandemic era. This DVD edition lists English subtitles and a filmmaker interview and trailer as special features.
At a glance
- Follows two estranged lovers across more than two decades of change in China.
- The description says the film incorporates footage captured for Jia Zhang-Ke’s previous films.
- Listed bonus material includes a filmmaker interview and trailer.
Often bought together
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Pros and cons
Pros
- English subtitles are listed for the DVD.
- The edition description identifies a filmmaker interview and trailer as bonus features.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Format | DVD, NTSC |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 1 hour and 51 minutes |
| Rating | Unrated (Not Rated) |
| Subtitles | English |
| Release date | January 20, 2026 |
| Director listed | Jia Zhangke |
|---|---|
| Studio | The Criterion Collection |
| Special features | Meet the Filmmakers: Jia Zhang-Ke,a Criterion Channel original interview Trailer Notes by film critic Carlos Aguilar |
| Dimensions listed | 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 2.72 ounces |
|---|
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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0% 0% - 1 star
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The available aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, with a notable one-star share, so the small rating sample points to sharply differing impressions rather than a clear consensus. Ratings alone do not explain the reactions. Buyers choosing the film for its director, time-spanning story or listed bonus features should weigh those specific interests rather than treating the overall score as a guide to image quality or disc performance.
Frequently asked questions
What format is this edition?
The listing specifies DVD, NTSC. It does not identify a Blu-ray or 4K edition.
Are subtitles included?
English subtitles are listed.
What bonus material is listed?
The special features listing names a Jia Zhang-Ke filmmaker interview, a trailer and notes by film critic Carlos Aguilar.
How long is the film?
The listed runtime is 1 hour and 51 minutes.
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