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The Piano (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

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Format: Blu-ray January 25, 2022


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With this sublimely stirring fable of desire and creativity, Jane Campion became the first woman to win a Palme d’Or at Cannes. Holly Hunter is achingly eloquent through silence in her Academy Award–winning performance as Ada, an electively mute Scottish woman who expresses her innermost feelings through her beloved piano. When an arranged marriage brings Ada and her spirited daughter (Anna Paquin, in her Oscar-winning debut) to the wilderness of nineteenth-century New Zealand, she finds herself locked in a battle of wills with both her ineffectual husband (Sam Neill) and a rugged frontiersman (Harvey Keitel) to whom she develops a forbidden attraction. With its sensuously moody cinematography, dramatic coastal landscapes, and sweeping score, this uniquely timeless evocation of a woman’s inner awakening is an intoxicating sensory experience that burns with the twin fires of music and erotic passion. DIRECTOR-APPROVED BLU-RAY SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES New, restored 4K digital transfer, supervised by director of photography Stuart Dryburgh and approved by director Jane Campion, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrackNew conversation between Campion and film critic Amy TaubinNew interviews with Dryburgh and production designer Andrew McAlpineInterview with actor Holly Hunter on working with Campion “The Piano” at 25, a program featuring a conversation between Campion and producer Jan ChapmanExcerpts from an interview with costume designer Janet PattersonWater Diary, a 2006 short film by Campion TrailerNew English subtitle translation and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearingPLUS: An essay by critic Carmen Gray

Genre: Drama


Format: Blu-ray


Contributor: Anna Paquin, Genevieve Lemon, Harvey Keitel, Holly Hunter, Ian Mune, Jane Campion, Kerry Walker, Peter Dennett, Sam Neill, Te Whatanui Skipwith, Tungia Baker See more


Language: English


Runtime: 87 minutes


MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ R (Restricted)


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.87 x 5.91 x 0.79 inches; 0.01 ounces


Director ‏ : ‎ Jane Campion


Media Format ‏ : ‎ Blu-ray


Run time ‏ : ‎ 87 minutes


Release date ‏ : ‎ January 25, 2022


Actors ‏ : ‎ Anna Paquin, Harvey Keitel, Holly Hunter, Kerry Walker, Sam Neill


Studio ‏ : ‎ The Criterion Collection


Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1


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    • A poetic and haunting masterpiece
I saw “The Piano” when it was first released and I absolutely loved it. I recommended it to all my friends and when I took my boyfriend (now husband) to see it, I was surprised that he did not like it and it was all I could do to keep him from storming out after THAT scene (if you’ve seen it, you know the one). It was then that I learned that some films can be polarizing and tastes differ. I still think the film is a masterpiece. I haven’t seen it in over a decade and I was excited to hear that it was getting the Criterion treatment. Although the 4K disc would not play for me, the Blu-ray disc looks spectacular and I appreciated the beauty of the film even more, especially the cinematography. There is so much to admire about the film and I won’t rehash the plot. In addition to the exquisite cinematography, score and storyline, the acting is a stand-out attraction. Holly Hunter is a revelation (in the commentary, director Jane Campion and producer Jan Chapman admit that she was aggressive in her efforts to win the role and that they first did not consider her seriously because they felt she was not physically right for the part). Hunter (playing a mute character) expresses so much with her stern and penetrating eyes as well as her graceful sign language. Sam Neill and Harvey Keitel are both strong as acquaintances who are polar opposites. As the daughter, Anna Paquin gives an amazing performance for a child actor. She actually has the bulk of the dialogue and is enchanting, whether dancing across the screen in angel wings or telling elaborate fibs in rapid-fire delivery. She provides a bit of comic relief (much needed) and also is the catalyst for the shocking outcome. As expected, there are many extras. A full-length commentary by Jane Campion and Jan Chapman, interviews with Hunter, Keitel and Neill as well as composer Michael Nyman, costume designer Janet Patterson, production designer Andrew McAlpine, Maori advisor Waihoroi Shortland, the short film “The Water Diary” (2006), several featurettes and more. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2022 by Phillip O.
    • Clear picture
I have always loved this move. Holly Hunter and Anna Paquin were well deserved in their Oscar wins. The criterion did a a great job, with the 4k. The picture quality is great. I’m glad I took the chance on making the purchase because I see in the feedback there are others that had problems.
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2024 by Normajean
    • A fantastic poetic movie.
So it’s not in “letterbox widescreen” but the acting is superb. Especially Holly Hunter and Sam Niell along with Harvey Keitel. 1994. Strongly Recommend..
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2024 by Cbat14
    • One of my favorite films!
This is one of my favorite films, and revisiting it in 4K has made it even better! This is a bleak beauty and it looks stunning on my 4K projector. The movie is timeless, and works in both a literal and metaphorical sense. It's a compelling narrative that everyone should have no trouble relating to.
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024 by Samuel Mills
    • Haunting film
Been waiting long time for this film. Adore this film. The acting, setting & direction. In top notch. Music score is tense and haunting melodies.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2022 by Amazon Customer
    • This is probably my favorite film ever. So unique and outstanding in every way.
I had it on DVD but bought this for the commentary and other special features, as well as the Blu-ray quality. I've already watched it three times.
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2022 by SavannahS
    • One word, great
Gorgeous cinematography, great acting, story, so glad Criterion brought this out in 4k.
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2023 by bamapete12
    • Criterion 4K at its best
Gorgeous movie, absolute clean and masterful restoration coupled with great packaging, just amazing.
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022 by Kevin Ong

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