1 / 3The Cameraman (The Criterion Collection) Blu-ray
The Criterion Collection’s The Cameraman is a silent comedy starring Buster Keaton, presented here on Blu-ray with a new 4K digital restoration and a range of film-related extras. The single-disc edition may suit viewers seeking both the feature and supplementary material on one disc.
At a glance
- The feature is described as a silent comedy starring Buster Keaton, set around a newsreel cameraman chasing a scoop in Manhattan.
- The edition includes a new 4K digital restoration and a new Timothy Brock score, presented in uncompressed stereo.
- Additional material includes Spite Marriage in a new 2K restoration, commentaries, documentaries, an interview and an essay.
Reference price: $45.89
Price checked: 13 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The feature and Spite Marriage provide two Keaton films on the single Blu-ray.
- The listing describes a broad selection of accompanying film-history material, including two commentaries and two documentaries.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Brand | The Criterion Collection |
|---|---|
| Format | Blu-ray |
| Genre | Classics/Silent Films, comedy |
| Language | English |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Model number | BR3158 |
| Dimensions and weight listed | 1.78 x 19.05 x 13.72 cm; 122.47 Grams |
|---|
| Language and audio format | English (PCM Stereo) |
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What to know before buying
- The dimensions and weight are listed together as one combined measurement string. The listing does not specify an aspect ratio.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Viewers seeking a Criterion Blu-ray of Buster Keaton’s silent comedy The Cameraman.
- Collectors interested in a restored feature with film commentaries, documentaries and related extras.
Less suited to
- Buyers who specifically need an edition with a stated aspect ratio or more than one disc.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights the restoration quality and the film’s humour, with customers describing it as a wonderful comedy. Those impressions are relevant if you want a restored silent film, while the listed 4K restoration and score remain edition details rather than customer-verified performance claims. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, though they do not establish individual experiences or explain the small share of lower ratings.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the restoration quality.
- Customers respond positively to the film’s humour.
Frequently asked questions
What is included on the disc?
The listing specifies one Blu-ray. It describes The Cameraman, Spite Marriage in a new 2K restoration, two commentaries, two documentaries, a James L. Neibaur interview and an essay.
What audio is listed for the new score?
The new Timothy Brock score is described as presented in uncompressed stereo. The details also list English (PCM Stereo).
Is the film presented in 4K?
The listing says the Blu-ray features a new 4K digital restoration. The listed media format is Blu-ray, not a 4K UHD disc.
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