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The Merchant of Four Seasons (DVD, Model 2486)

Model: The Merchant of Four Seasons is a drama directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, following a former policeman who tries to support his family as a fruit vendor. This listing describes a single-disc, color, full-screen DVD with English subtitles.

At a glance

  • A social drama and satire about a former policeman and war veteran supporting his family as a fruit vendor.
  • Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, with Hanna Schygulla, Hans Hirschmüller and Irm Hermann.
  • The listing specifies color, full-screen NTSC video and English subtitles.
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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Single-disc format and a 1 hour 28 minute runtime make the film's viewing format and length clear.
  • English subtitles are specifically listed.

Technical specifications

13 specifications
Film
GenreDrama
DirectorRainer Werner Fassbinder
ActorsHanna Schygulla, Hans Hirschmüller, Irm Hermann
ContributorsHanna Schygulla, Hans Hirschmüller, Irm Hermann, Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Runtime1 hour and 28 minutes
RatingNR (Not Rated)
Disc and playback
Media formatColor, Full Screen, Multiple Formats, NTSC, Subtitled
LanguageEnglish
Number of discs1
Release dateMay 26, 2015
Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces
Listing details
Model number2486
StudioCriterion Collection (Direct)

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Viewers seeking Rainer Werner Fassbinder's social dramas and New German Cinema.
  • Collectors looking for a single-disc DVD with English subtitles.

Less suited to

  • Buyers specifically seeking a Blu-ray or 4K edition.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 22 ratings
  • 5 stars72%72%
  • 4 stars22%22%
  • 3 stars0%0%
  • 2 stars0%0%
  • 1 star6%6%

Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the top two star categories, but a smaller low-star share indicates some less favorable experiences. These ratings do not explain individual reactions, so they offer limited guidance on whether the film's social satire or DVD presentation will suit a particular viewer.

Frequently asked questions

Who directed The Merchant of Four Seasons?

The listing identifies Rainer Werner Fassbinder as the director.

What playback and subtitle details are listed?

The listed media format is color, full screen, multiple formats, NTSC and subtitled. English is listed as the language and subtitle language.

How long is the film?

The listed runtime is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

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