Drive My Car: The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Drive My Car from The Criterion Collection is a single-disc Blu-ray of Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s drama, with a director-approved 2K digital master and a range of supplementary features listed for this edition. Its pensive, three-hour story and bonus material suit viewers looking for an in-depth film presentation rather than a short watch.

At a glance

The listed special edition includes a new 2K digital master approved by director Ryusuke Hamaguchi and a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
Supplementary material listed includes an interview with Hamaguchi, a making-of programme, Cannes premiere press conference footage and a trailer.
The listing describes a new English subtitle translation and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.
The story centres on a theatre director preparing an experimental production of Uncle Vanya and his relationships with an actor and a chauffeur.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

A single disc combines the film with interviews, behind-the-scenes material, press conference footage and a trailer.
The director-approved 2K master and 5.1 surround soundtrack are clearly stated edition features.
The listed English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing offer an additional viewing option.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Disc and edition
Genre	Drama
Format	Blu-ray
Studio	The Criterion Collection
Number of discs	1
Release date	19 July 2022

Language and subtitles
Language listed	English

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	20 x 15 x 2 cm; 0.37 Grams

Identification
Item model number	LGJA-HBHW-F161

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s drama and its themes of grief, art and human connection.
Criterion Collection fans seeking a Blu-ray with listed interview and production supplements.
Buyers who are comfortable with a pensive film described as three hours long.

Less suited to

Shoppers specifically seeking a 4K UHD edition, as this listing identifies the format as Blu-ray.
Viewers looking for a short or fast-paced film experience.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 414 ratings

5 stars81%81%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars3%3%
2 stars1%1%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback highlights the film’s visual quality and emotional depth, with the supplied summary describing delicate, fragile moments. That praise may matter to viewers drawn to a reflective drama, but it reports reactions to the film rather than confirming the Blu-ray’s presentation quality. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, with a smaller range of lower ratings, so experiences are not uniformly positive.

Positive themes

Customers describe the film as visually striking and emotionally affecting.

Frequently asked questions

What format is this edition?

The listing identifies it as a Blu-ray with one disc.

What special features are listed?

The listing names an interview with Hamaguchi, a making-of programme with behind-the-scenes footage and cast interviews, Cannes premiere press conference footage, a trailer and an essay by Bryan Washington.

What subtitle options are stated?

The listing specifies a new English subtitle translation and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Is this a 4K UHD release?

No. The supplied product details identify the format as Blu-ray, not 4K UHD.