1 / 4Christiane F. (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]
The Criterion Collection’s Christiane F. is a German-language Blu-ray drama set in 1970s West Berlin, following a teenager’s descent into heroin addiction. This edition is listed with a director-approved 4K restoration and a selection of interviews and other supplements.
At a glance
- A director-approved 4K digital restoration is listed for this Blu-ray edition.
- The German-language feature has English subtitles and a listed 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
- Extras include interviews, screen tests, an appreciation by Sean Baker and an essay by Hester Baer.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Substantial listed extras add interviews with director Uli Edel and actor Natja Brunckhorst, screen tests and written commentary.
- English subtitles are listed for the German-language film.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Format | Blu-ray |
|---|---|
| Language | German |
| Subtitles | English |
| Runtime | 2 hours and 11 minutes |
| Director | Uli Edel |
| Actor | Natja Brunckhorst |
| Restoration | New 4K digital restoration, approved by director Uli Edel |
|---|---|
| Audio | 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack |
| Extras | New interview with Edel; New appreciation by filmmaker Sean Baker; Interview from 2022 with actor Natja Brunckhorst; Screen tests; New English subtitle translation; PLUS: An essay by scholar Hester Baer |
| Release date | 20 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions listed | 2.54 x 2.54 x 2.54 cm; 90.72 Grams |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Criterion Collection viewers seeking this drama on Blu-ray with interviews and other supplemental material.
- Viewers interested in a grim portrayal of addiction and youth in 1970s West Berlin.
Less suited to
- Viewers seeking a light or family-oriented film, given the described subject matter of heroin addiction.
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Customer reviews on Amazon
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The available aggregate ratings are entirely five-star, but the sample is only two ratings and no written review summary is supplied. That is too little evidence to establish broader customer consensus or identify specific praised features.
Frequently asked questions
What language and subtitle options are listed?
The listing gives German as the language and English subtitles.
What special features are listed?
The edition lists interviews with Uli Edel and Natja Brunckhorst, an appreciation by Sean Baker, screen tests and an essay by Hester Baer.
How long is the film?
The listed runtime is 2 hours and 11 minutes.
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