Summertime (The Criterion Collection) DVD

The Criterion Collection’s Summertime is a DVD edition of David Lean’s romantic drama starring Katharine Hepburn. Set in Venice, the film follows an American tourist drawn into a romance with an Italian shopkeeper, and this edition lists a 4K digital restoration and supplemental interviews.

At a glance

David Lean directs Katharine Hepburn and Rossano Brazzi in a bittersweet romance set in Venice.
The listing describes a new 4K digital restoration for this DVD edition.
Special features include a film historian interview, a 1963 interview with Lean, and audio excerpts from an interview with cinematographer Jack Hildyard.
The full description also lists a trailer, English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, and an essay by Stephanie Zacharek.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

A single-disc Criterion edition combines the film with several listed interviews and other supplemental material.
The Venice setting and Technicolor photography are central to the film’s appeal, as reflected in customer feedback.

Technical specifications

6 specifications

Identity
Brand	The Criterion Collection
Format	DVD, NTSC
Language	English
Number of discs	1

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	7.87 x 5.91 x 0.79 inches; 2.72 ounces

Edition details
Release date	July 12, 2022

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in David Lean, Katharine Hepburn, or classic romantic dramas.
Collectors looking for a Criterion DVD edition with interviews and other supplements.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or 4K Ultra HD disc, since the listed format is DVD, NTSC.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 478 ratings

5 stars81%81%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars1%1%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback is strongly favorable toward the film, especially its Venice photography, Hepburn’s performance, romantic story, and rewatch appeal. That praise aligns with the listed Venice setting and cast. The feedback also describes the DVD as good value, but does not establish picture quality or playback performance for individual setups.

Positive themes

Customers praise the film as a classic and highlight its photography of Venice and Hepburn’s performance.
Feedback describes the story as engaging and romantic, with some noting realistic character portrayals and repeat viewing.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

It is listed as DVD, NTSC, with one disc.

What special features are listed?

The listing names a new 4K digital restoration, an interview with film historian Melanie Williams, a 1963 interview with David Lean, audio excerpts from an interview with cinematographer Jack Hildyard, a trailer, English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing, and an essay by Stephanie Zacharek.

Is the 4K restoration the same as a 4K disc?

No. The product format is listed as DVD, NTSC. The 4K wording describes the restoration, not the disc format.