Paths of Glory: The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Paths of Glory from The Criterion Collection is a black-and-white Blu-ray of Stanley Kubrick’s World War I antiwar drama, starring Kirk Douglas. The listing describes a French colonel confronting military leaders after his men are accused of cowardice, with a tense courtroom story at its center.

At a glance

Kubrick’s World War I drama centers on the consequences of an impossible military mission and accusations of cowardice.
The listing identifies this as a black-and-white, widescreen, special-edition Blu-ray.
Customer feedback highlights the story, Kirk Douglas’s performance and the film’s antiwar perspective.

Price

$19.98Save 50%

Reference price: ~~$39.95~~

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Pros and cons

Pros

A focused single-disc edition for viewers seeking this specific Kubrick film on Blu-ray.
The antiwar story and courtroom conflict offer more than battlefield action, according to the listing description.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Disc and presentation
Format	Black & White, Blu-ray, NTSC, Special Edition, Widescreen
Disc count	1
Aspect ratio	Unknown
Release date	October 26, 2010

Film details
Director	Stanley Kubrick
Actors	George Macready, Kirk Douglas, Ralph Meeker, Richard Anderson, Timothy Carey
Genre	Military & War/Drama, Military & War/World War I
Runtime	1 hour and 28 minutes
Rating	NR (Not Rated)

Audio and subtitles
Language	English
Additional language listing	Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1)

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 0.01 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives runtime as 1 hour and 28 minutes, while the model field says “Relay time: 122min.” Audio details are also inconsistent: English is listed as the language, while a separate language entry specifies Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1). The aspect ratio is unconfirmed. Check the selected edition’s details if runtime, audio language or aspect ratio matters.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers collecting Stanley Kubrick films or Criterion Collection Blu-rays.
Fans of black-and-white war dramas and antiwar stories.
Buyers interested in a character-driven World War I film with a courtroom element.

Less suited to

Viewers who require a confirmed runtime, aspect ratio or clearly reconciled audio-language specification before purchase.
Buyers specifically seeking color presentation or a different video format than Blu-ray.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 1,442 ratings

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4 stars9%9%
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2 stars1%1%
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Customer feedback praises the engrossing story, Kirk Douglas’s performance, the film’s antiwar themes and its picture quality in HD. This aligns with the listing’s black-and-white Blu-ray format and dramatic subject, though customer impressions do not resolve the conflicting runtime or audio details. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, but ratings alone cannot establish specific picture or disc performance.

Positive themes

Customers praise the plot and acting, especially Kirk Douglas’s portrayal.
Feedback describes the film as thought-provoking and compelling as an antiwar story.
Customers report crisp, clear HD picture quality.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The listing identifies it as a black-and-white, widescreen NTSC Blu-ray and calls it a special edition. It lists one disc.

How long is the film?

The runtime field says 1 hour and 28 minutes, but the model field contains “Relay time: 122min.” Those listing details conflict, so the runtime is not clear from the supplied information.

What languages and subtitles are listed?

English is listed as the language and subtitle language. A separate entry specifies Italian (Dolby Digital 5.1), so confirm the audio options for the selected edition if they are important.

What is the film about?

The listing describes a French colonel challenging senior military leaders after his men are accused of cowardice for failing to complete an impossible mission.