Fantastic Planet: The Criterion Collection DVD

Fantastic Planet from The Criterion Collection is a restored special-edition DVD of René Laloux’s animated science-fiction film. It pairs the feature with a set of archival and related extras, though this listing does not specify a video resolution.

At a glance

The film follows Terr and a group of enslaved humans resisting the giant Draags on the planet Ygam.
Special-edition contents listed include an alternate English-language soundtrack, an early short film by René Laloux and Roland Topor, documentaries, a television programme, archival interviews and a trailer.
The description also claims a new English subtitle translation and an essay by critic Michael Brooke.

Price

$24.26Save 37%

Reference price: ~~$38.56~~

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Pros and cons

Pros

A single-disc special edition combines the feature with several film-related extras.
The restored, widescreen presentation and English subtitles are useful for viewers seeking this edition’s stated presentation.

Cons

The listing gives no video resolution, so buyers seeking a specific HD or 4K playback format should not assume one from the phrase “restored 4K digital transfer.”

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Film and format
Media format	Animated, Color, NTSC, Restored, Special Edition, Subtitled, Widescreen
Runtime	1 hour and 12 minutes
Language	English
Number of discs	1
Release date	21 June 2016
Studio	Criterion Collection

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	1.78 x 19.05 x 13.72 cm; 68.04 Grams

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing calls the DVD a restored 4K digital transfer, but does not state the disc’s playback resolution. Treat the 4K wording as a transfer claim, not evidence that this is a 4K disc. The product description mentions English and French audio options, while the listed language is English and the alternate soundtrack is specified as English. Confirm the audio tracks and edition details if they are important to your purchase.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Viewers interested in surreal, visually distinctive animated science fiction and a politically minded story.
Collectors seeking a Criterion Collection DVD with supplementary films and archival material.

Less suited to

Buyers who require a confirmed 4K disc or a clearly documented set of language tracks.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 1,220 ratings

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Customer feedback praises the film’s unusual animation, art design, surreal atmosphere and emotional subtlety, with positive remarks about video quality and language options. That response suits viewers drawn to distinctive animated science fiction, while the listing’s conflicting audio details and unspecified disc resolution remain worth checking for format-sensitive buyers.

Positive themes

Customers praise the animation style, artwork and surreal qualities.
The supplied feedback also highlights emotional subtlety and video quality.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K disc?

The description says the DVD has a restored 4K digital transfer, but the listing does not state the disc’s playback resolution. Do not assume it is a 4K disc.

What extras are listed?

The description names an alternate English-language soundtrack, the short film Les escargots, documentaries, a television programme, archival interviews, a trailer and an essay.

What language and subtitle information is provided?

The technical details list English language and English subtitles. The description also mentions English and French audio options, so confirm the audio tracks if French is essential.