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Carl Theodor Dreyer Collection (Limited Blu-ray box set) Films by Carl Theodor DreyerCarl Theodor Dreyer is one of world cinema's most enduringly praised filmmakers. His visually arresting, intensely austere style has been a major influence on Lars von Trier, amongst others. This strictly limited edition 3-disc Blu-ray box set, (plus a bonus DVD of extra material) presents a number of his most revered films alongside some of his lesser-known works, and an extensive selection of extra features.Master of the House (1925) | Good Mothers (1942) | Day of Wrath (1943) | The Fight Against Cancer (1947) | The Village Church (1947) | They Caught the Ferry (1948) | Thorsvaldsen (1949) | Storstrom Bridge (1950) | A Castle Within a Castle (1955) | Ordet (1955) | Gertrud (1964)Special features: Newly remastered High Definition presentations Alternative English and Danish inter-title versions of Master of the House Alternative English version of Day of WrathDay of Wrath audio commentary with Casper TybjergThe Cross (Tag Gallagher, 2009, 20 mins, Standard Definition): video essay on Day of Wrath by film critic Tag GallagherCarl Th. Dreyer und Gertrud (Christine Habich, Reinhard Wulf, 1994, 29 mins, Standard Definition): documentary on the making of GertrudOrdet Og Lyset (Helga Theilgaard, 2001, 33 mins, Standard Definition): documentary about cinematographer Henning Bendtsen and the making of OrdetMaster of the House Restoration Demonstration (2010, 4 mins): split screen comparisonCarl Th. Dreyer interviewed by Julian Jebb (1965, 8 mins): long-unseen English language interview with DreyerMy Métier (Torben Skjødt Jensen, 1995, 90 mins, Standard Definition): far-reaching documentary reflecting on the great director My Métier interview outtakes (1995, 76 mins, Standard Definition) : 8 in-depth interviews with Dreyer collaboratorsJørgen Roos archive (1949-65, 7 mins, Standard Definition): a selection of Dreyer related archival materialDR Danish television archive (1965-68, 15 mins, Standard Definition): rare Dreyer footage and interviews with Henning Bendtsen, Brigitte Federspiel and Preben Lerdorff RyeAn Introduction to the Films of Carl Th. Dreyer by Henning Camre (UK, 2003, 11 mins, audio only): the director of the Danish Film Institute discusses DreyerAn Interview with Ove Brusendorff of the Danish Film Museum (UK, 8 mins, audio only): archival recording in which the manager of the Danish Film Museum appraises Dreyer Fully illustrated booklet with essays by Philip Kemp, Ilona Halberstadt, Philip Horne, Tom Milne and Nick WrigleyDenmark | 1925 - 1964 | black & white | Danish with optional English subtitles | 433 minutes (+ extras) | 3 x BD50 | 1 x DVD9 | 1080p | 24fps | Original aspect ratios 1.33:1 + 1.66:1 | PCM stereo audio (48k/24-bit) | Cert 12 | Region B Blu-ray & Region 2 DVD
R**A
Dreyer is among the very greatest of directors
Beautiful pristine blu rays of many of the Master’s great films.
B**N
Fantastic Collection of Dreyer.
I had coveted this for quite a while before finally purchasing, but am mightily impressed by everything about it.I adore all of the films by Dreyer I had collected up until this release but was yet to see Master Of The House, Ordet and Gertrud. Upon doing so I can truthfully declare that I adore all of his work. Ordet, in particular, was a revelation and is now one of my favourite films of all time, along with Dreyer’s The Passion Of Joan Of Arc, among others. Everything about it was beautifully made. The performances by all the cast, the screenplay, art direction, production design, the mood, and lighting. The emotion I felt upon witnessing the climax was overwhelming, akin to a religious experience, which in light of the film’s story is maybe not all that surprising, but I found it highly impressive.I am yet to indulge in all of the wealth of extras included, but if they are even half the quality of what I have already been privy to, I will be more than satisfied.A fantastic release by the BFI, and one that I am eternally grateful for having in my possession.
M**S
Essential for Lovers of Film
Ive just watched 2 of the films 'Master of the House' and the later 'Ordet' I am a huge fan of Dreyers and know'Vampyr' 'The Passion of Joan of Arc' and Michael.Ordet is quite frankly a shattering film (in a very good way) I was in floods of tears as it came to its climax.This Box set is worth having for 'Ordet' alone before you even get to any of the other films and the beautiful extras.This had been in my wishlist for a very long time and I am incredibly glad I bought it at long last.Incredibly crisp Black and White cinematography on blu ray for under £30....from the Master of Danish film.An incredible viewing experience.
H**O
BFI edition boxset is the one to own for Dreyer fans.
If you wanna have a brief knowledge about the Danish master, and own the best edition of his works at the same time. Buy this BFI boxset with confidence. The best image quality so far, and for the ones who miss Joan D'arc, either Criterion or Moc is fine, as both of them are in top-of-notch state of quality.
P**C
On time and as described.
No complaints!
C**O
Gold medal
Simply near to perfection...
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