The Love That Remains (Criterion Premieres) Blu-ray

Blu-ray: The Love That Remains from Criterion Premieres is Hlynur Pálmason’s portrait of a separating couple and their three children in coastal Iceland. Its four-season family story blends domestic routines, deadpan humor, and surreal elements, with filmmaker-related extras listed.

At a glance

A family drama set across four seasons, following a separating couple and their three children.
The listing describes a mix of intimate family scenes, deadpan humor, and surreal elements.
Listed extras include a Criterion Channel original interview with Hlynur Pálmason, the companion film Joan of Arc (2025), a trailer, and notes by film programmer and critic David Schwartz.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$29.95~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The supplied description identifies a specific story and setting, making the disc relevant to viewers seeking contemporary Icelandic cinema.
The listing names several supplementary features alongside the feature film.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Format and release
Media format	Blu-ray
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Number of discs	1
Release date	July 21, 2026
Run time	1 hour and 49 minutes
Rating	NR (Not Rated)
Subtitles	English

Film and credits
Actor listed	Hlynur Pálmason

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1 x 1 x 1 inches; 3.04 ounces

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives the actors as Hlynur Pálmason, while the film description identifies Saga Garðarsdóttir and Sverrir Guðnason as the couple and Pálmason as the director. Check the credit details if cast information matters to your purchase. The listed dimensions are also unusually uniform, so confirm package measurements if they affect storage or fit.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in family dramas with a coastal Iceland setting and an unconventional, surreal edge.
Criterion collectors seeking a Blu-ray release with filmmaker-related supplementary material.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD edition, which is not the format listed here.

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Frequently asked questions

What format is this release?

It is listed as a one-disc Blu-ray, not a 4K UHD release.

What is the film about?

The description follows a separating couple and their three children through four seasons in coastal Iceland, combining domestic life with deadpan humor and surreal elements.

What extras are listed?

The listing names an interview with Hlynur Pálmason, the companion film Joan of Arc (2025), a trailer, and notes by David Schwartz.

Is the film rated?

The listing marks it NR (Not Rated).