Coup de torchon (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

Coup de torchon from The Criterion Collection is a French-language crime thriller directed by Bertrand Tavernier, set in 1930s French West Africa. This Blu-ray edition lists a 4K digital restoration, an uncompressed monaural soundtrack and several interviews and archival extras.

At a glance

A darkly comic crime story adapted from Jim Thompson’s novel Pop. 1280 and relocated to 1930s French West Africa.
The listing describes a new 4K digital restoration with an uncompressed monaural soundtrack.
Extras listed include interviews with Bertrand Tavernier and critic Robert Polito, a making-of programme, an alternate ending and trailers.
Includes a new English subtitle translation and an essay by scholar Lynn Anthony Higgins.

Price

$38.46Save 27%

Reference price: ~~$52.60~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

View offer Ahead of Black FridayExplore the selection

Often bought together

Little Odessa (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray]

$39.97

Pros and cons

Pros

The listed restoration, director interview and making-of programme offer additional context for collectors and viewers interested in the film’s production.
English subtitles are listed for the French-language presentation.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Film and presentation
Media format	Blu-ray
Language	French
Aspect ratio	1.66:1
Run time	2 hours and 8 minutes
Subtitles	English
Actor listed	Isabelle Huppert
Studio	The Criterion Collection

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	2.54 x 2.54 x 2.54 cm; 90.72 Grams

Release
Release date	11 August 2026

What to know before buying

The listed release date is 11 August 2026. Confirm the date and edition details if timing matters to your purchase.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Criterion Collection and Bertrand Tavernier collectors interested in French cinema.
Viewers seeking a crime story with political and philosophical themes, plus supplementary interviews and production material.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD disc. The listed format is Blu-ray.
Viewers who require English-language audio. The listed language is French.

Coup de torchon (The Criterion Collection) [Blu-ray] · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

5 / 5 · 3 ratings

5 stars100%100%
4 stars0%0%
3 stars0%0%
2 stars0%0%
1 star0%0%

Only a small aggregate rating sample is supplied, and it is entirely five-star. That is a positive but limited signal, with no written feedback available to explain what buyers valued. It does not establish picture or sound quality, so consider the listed Blu-ray format and French audio with English subtitles against your viewing needs.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD disc?

No 4K UHD format is listed. The product is identified as Blu-ray, while the description says the film has a 4K digital restoration.

What language and subtitles are listed?

The listed language is French and the subtitles are English. The description says the edition includes a new English subtitle translation.

What extras are listed?

The description lists interviews with director Bertrand Tavernier and critic Robert Polito, a making-of programme, an alternate ending, trailers and an essay by Lynn Anthony Higgins.