directed by
Anthony Asquith
UK 1951
| Michael Redgrave gives the performance of his career in Anthony Asquith’s adaptation of Terence Rattigan’s unforgettable play. Redgrave portrays Andrew Crocker-Harris, an embittered, middle-aged schoolmaster who begins to feel his life has been a failure. Diminished by poor health, a crumbling marriage, and the derision of his pupils, the once brilliant scholar is compelled to reexamine his life when a young student offers an unexpected gesture of kindness. A heartbreaking story of remorse and atonement, The Browning Version is a classic of British realism and the winner of Best Actor and Best Screenplay honors at the 1951 Cannes Film Festival. |
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Theatrical Release: May 15th, 1951
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DVD Review: Criterion - Region 0 - NTSC
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| Distribution | Criterion Collection - Spine # 294 - Region 0 - NTSC | |
| Runtime | 1:30:00 | |
| Video | 1.33:1
Original Aspect Ratio Average Bitrate: 8.64 mb/s NTSC 720x480 29.97 f/s |
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| Subtitles | English, None | |
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Release Information: Edition Details: • Audio
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Magnificent image from Criterion - it is so good that it almost detracts
from the film narrative. Sharp detail, sublime contrast, deep black
levels and visible grain. Original audio was consistent and subtitles
are of Criterion's usual perfection. This package is also stacked with
extra features - commentary, a healthy interview with Figgis and an
archival blip with Redgrave. The film is a special one and Criterion
have done the supreme job in bringing it to DVD. Nothing less than
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