Smithereens: The Criterion Collection DVD

Smithereens from The Criterion Collection is a DVD edition of Susan Seidelman’s debut feature, set in downtown New York and following aspiring punk musician Wren. This disc pairs the feature with a 2K digital restoration and several director-focused extras, including two early shorts.

At a glance

Director-approved 2K digital restoration.
Includes an audio commentary from 2004 featuring Susan Seidelman and new interviews with Seidelman and actor Susan Berman.
Adds two early Seidelman shorts, And You Act Like One Too (1976) and Yours Truly, Andrea G. Stern (1979), each with a new director introduction.
The film was shot on 16 mm and features a soundtrack by the Feelies and others.

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Pros and cons

Pros

The bonus program goes beyond the feature with two early shorts, interviews and commentary.
A focused pick for viewers interested in Susan Seidelman’s early work and a portrait of 1980s New York.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Disc and presentation
Format	NTSC, Widescreen
Color	Color
Language	English
Number of discs	1

Film
Director	Susan Seidelman
Actors	Susan Berman;Richard Hell;Brad Rijn
Contributors	Susan Berman;Richard Hell;Brad Rijn, Susan Seidelman
Runtime	1 hour and 33 minutes
MPAA rating	R (Restricted)
Release date	August 21, 2018

Dimensions and packaging
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces

Edition details
Studio	Criterion Collection

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing describes a DVD, not a Blu-ray or 4K edition. The stated restoration is 2K, while the disc format is NTSC widescreen DVD.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Criterion Collection viewers seeking Smithereens on DVD.
Fans of Susan Seidelman, early independent American cinema and films set in 1980s New York.
Collectors who value director interviews, commentary and early short films.

Less suited to

Shoppers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or 4K disc.

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Frequently asked questions

What extras are listed on this DVD?

The listing names a 2004 audio commentary with Susan Seidelman, new interviews with Seidelman and Susan Berman, and two early Seidelman shorts with new introductions.

Is this a Blu-ray or 4K release?

No. It is listed as a DVD in NTSC widescreen format. The 2K restoration is a listed edition feature, not the disc's format.

How long is Smithereens?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 33 minutes.

What is the film about?

Wren, a punk newcomer to New York, pursues fame while becoming involved with Paul and rocker Eric.