Criterion Collection Announces July Physical Media Releases Including Restored Classics

The slate includes several classic films with new 4K restorations. These releases aim to preserve and enhance the viewing experience of notable works from various directors and eras.

David Lynch's 'The Elephant Man' is among the titles. The film portrays John Merrick, played by John Hurt, and Dr. Frederick Treves, played by Anthony Hopkins. It received Oscar nominations and is based on the real-life figure.

The new edition of 'The Elephant Man' features a 4K restoration. ' This release provides additional context on the film's production and historical basis. Martin Scorsese's 'Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore' is another highlight.

The 1970s film follows a widowed mother, played by Ellen Burstyn, who seeks independence. Burstyn won an Oscar for her performance in the maternal melodrama.

Restored Editions and Supplementary Materials The 4K edition of 'Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore' uses a filmmaker-approved restoration.

It enhances the film's visual warmth and includes an ensemble audio commentary. New conversations and interviews with participants are also featured. 'Hud,' starring Paul Newman as a rancher, includes Oscar-winning performances by Patricia Neal and Melvyn Douglas.

The film is a black-and-white production known for its cinematography by James Wong Howe. Cinephiles often revisit it for its character-driven narrative. The new 4K release of 'Hud' emphasizes Howe's cinematography.

It comes with new interviews and archival materials. These elements offer insights into the film's technical and artistic achievements.

The film features Stephen Rea in an Oscar-nominated role and includes a breakout performance by Jaye Davidson. It won the Oscar for best original screenplay.

Additional Titles in the Lineup The 4K restoration of 'The Crying Game' is director-approved.

It includes commentary, new interviews with Jordan and Rea, and archival making-of material. The content addresses the film's cultural impact and production details. 'Cruel Story of Youth' is a Japanese film from the postwar era.

Directed by Nagisa Oshima, it established his presence in cinema. The release is part of Criterion's standard offerings. In the Criterion Premieres line, 'The Love That Remains' is an Icelandic film.

It examines a dissolving relationship across the country's seasons. ' These works address family, identity, and generational change. Performances include those by Christopher Plummer, Annette Bening, and Joaquin Phoenix, with Plummer winning an Oscar.

The box set features commentaries, documentaries, and Mills’s short-form work. It traces themes across the trilogy. These materials provide deeper analysis of the films' personal and societal elements.

Overall, the July releases cater to film enthusiasts interested in restored classics and contemporary works. They include a range of genres and historical contexts, from 19th-century inspired dramas to modern explorations of relationships. Availability details for physical formats, such as Blu-ray and DVD, will follow the announcement.