Dietrich and von Sternberg in Hollywood: Six Films (Criterion Collection) DVD

Films: Dietrich and von Sternberg in Hollywood is a six-film Criterion Collection DVD set featuring Marlene Dietrich and directed by Josef von Sternberg. It lists a 9-hour, 2-minute runtime across six discs, with English audio and subtitles.

At a glance

Six named films are gathered in one six-disc DVD collection.
The listed runtime is 9 hours and 2 minutes.
English is listed for both language and subtitles.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$124.95~~

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Pros and cons

Pros

Six films focused on the Dietrich and von Sternberg pairing are collected in one set.
English subtitles are listed alongside English language audio.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Collection and playback
Films	Morocco, Dishonored, Shanghai Express, Blonde Venus, The Scarlet Empress, The Devil Is a Woman
Format	NTSC
Number of discs	6
Runtime	9 hours and 2 minutes
Genre	Documentary
MPAA rating	NR (Not Rated)

Credits and language
Director	Josef von Sternberg
Actor	Marlene Dietrich
Contributors	Josef von Sternberg, Marlene Dietrich
Language	English

Release and dimensions
Release date	July 3, 2018
Listed dimensions and weight	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 14.72 ounces

What to know before buying

The listing labels the genre as Documentary even though the title identifies a collection of six feature films. Buyers seeking a documentary specifically should confirm the classification and contents before purchase.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers collecting the six named Dietrich and von Sternberg films.
Criterion Collection and classic Hollywood film collectors.
Buyers who prefer a multi-disc DVD set with English subtitles.

Less suited to

Buyers looking specifically for a Blu-ray or 4K edition.
Viewers who require a confirmed documentary rather than the six films named in the collection title.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 231 ratings

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Customer feedback is positive about the bonus items and perceived value, while image quality draws mixed impressions. The set is listed as a six-disc NTSC DVD collection, so the HD-clarity comments should not be taken as confirmation of Blu-ray-level format or image quality. Ratings lean strongly positive overall, though aggregate scores do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers appreciate the collection's bonus items.
Customers report positive impressions of the value for money.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback on image quality is mixed, with some praising clarity and another finding it less than ideally sharp.

Frequently asked questions

Which films are included in this set?

The listing names Morocco, Dishonored, Shanghai Express, Blonde Venus, The Scarlet Empress, and The Devil Is a Woman.

How many discs are included?

The product details list six discs.

What language and subtitle options are listed?

English is listed for both language and subtitles.

Is this a documentary collection?

The listing labels the genre Documentary, while its title names six films. The genre designation is inconsistent with the title, so confirm the intended contents if that distinction matters.