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Slacker: The Criterion Collection DVD

Slacker: The Criterion Collection is Richard Linklater’s film about a day among eccentric young people in Austin, Texas. This two-disc DVD edition lists color, Dolby, surround sound, widescreen, and subtitled formats, with a stated runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

At a glance

  • A day-in-the-life portrait of an eccentric Austin subculture, without a traditional plot.
  • Two-disc edition from the Criterion Collection.
  • The listing names both widescreen and full-screen formats.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Two discs are listed for this Criterion Collection edition.
  • English subtitles are listed alongside English-language audio.

Cons

  • DVD format is the specified edition, rather than a Blu-ray or 4K release.

Technical specifications

10 specifications
Film and edition
DirectorRichard Linklater
StudioCriterion Collection
Runtime1 hour and 40 minutes
MPAA ratingR (Restricted)
Release dateSeptember 3, 2013
Number of discs2
Disc formats and language
Media formatColor, Dolby, Full Screen, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled, Surround Sound, Widescreen
LanguageEnglish
Dimensions
Dimensions listed0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.93 ounces
Model
Item model numberCRRN2304DVD

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The format details list both Full Screen and Widescreen, so the exact presentation on the discs is contradictory in the listing. Confirm the selected edition's aspect ratio and format details if these matter to your setup.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Viewers interested in Richard Linklater and American independent cinema.
  • Collectors looking for a Criterion Collection DVD edition.
  • Buyers open to a character-focused film that the listing describes as having no traditional plot.

Less suited to

  • Viewers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or 4K edition.
  • Those who prefer a conventional, plot-driven story.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 180 ratings
  • 5 stars82%82%
  • 4 stars10%10%
  • 3 stars3%3%
  • 2 stars4%4%
  • 1 star1%1%

Aggregate ratings lean strongly toward the top star category, but they do not explain what viewers liked or disliked. This gives only a broad indication of reception and cannot establish specific strengths, concerns, or how well the film's unconventional, nontraditional structure will suit an individual viewer.

Frequently asked questions

How many discs are listed?

The listing specifies 2 discs.

What is the stated runtime?

The stated runtime is 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Are subtitles listed?

Yes. English subtitles are listed.

Does the listing specify widescreen?

It lists both Widescreen and Full Screen, so the presentation details conflict. Check the selected edition if aspect ratio is important.

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