Guillermo del Toro fans can save 50% on all of his Criterion Collection movies, including the new Nightmare Alley Special Edition. Released October 28, the four-disc edition of the 2021 neo-noir film is on sale for only $30 (was $60) at Amazon. Criterion’s Nightmare Alley remaster includes two different versions of film on 4K UHD Blu-ray and standard Blu-ray, including a black-and-white extended director’s cut.
Fans can also save 50% on 4K Blu-ray editions of del Toro’s Pinocchio, The Shape of Water, and Cronos. You can also grab Pan’s Labyrinth on Blu-ray for only $20 (was $40).
Nightmare Alley: The Criterion Collection – 4-Disc Special Edition (4K)
$30 (was $60)
Features and Bonus Content:
- 4-Disc Special Edition
- Remastered theatrical edition on 4K Blu-ray (150 minutes)
- Black-and-white director’s cut on 4K Blu-ray (159 minutes)
- Dolby Vision HDR
- DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 Surround Sound
- 2 Blu-ray discs with both editions and bonus content
- Director’s cut audio commentary with Guillermo del Toro
- Behind-the-scenes documentary
- Introductions by del Toro for both editions
- Conversation between del Toro and Bradley Cooper
- Trailers
- Optional English subtitles
- Essay by true crime author Sarah Weinman
Guillermo del Toro supervised Criterion’s remaster and approved the Dolby Vision HDR and DTS HD MA 5.1 surround sound enhancements.
Criterion’s Special Edition includes notable new bonus features and premium, display-worthy packaging. The extended cut has a new audio commentary by del Toro, and fans can take a behind-the-scenes look at the production in a new documentary. This edition also has a conversation with del Toro and Bradley Cooper, who starred in and co-produced Nightmare Alley, and new introductions for both editions voiced by del Toro.
Considering Nightmare Alley is a neo-noir psychological thriller that takes place in 1939, the black-and-white director’s cut is a fitting inclusion. The director’s cut is nine minutes longer than the original theatrical release. The black-and-white edition is officially titled Nightmare Alley: Vision in Darkness and Light.
Despite bombing at the box office in 2021, Nightmare Alley was a Best Picture nominee at the Academy Awards. Ahead of awards season in 2022, a black-and-white version of the original 150-minute film received a limited theatrical release.
Nightmare Alley has a star-studded cast led by Bradley Cooper, Cate Blanchett, Toni Collette, and Willem Dafoe. Cooper plays a carnival worker with big ambitions and a murky past. If you like del Toro’s distinct brand of filmmaking, you’d probably like Nightmare Alley.
Considering Nightmare Alley is a neo-noir psychological thriller that takes place in 1939, the black-and-white director’s cut is a fitting inclusion. The director’s cut is nine minutes longer than the original theatrical release. The black-and-white edition is officially titled Nightmare Alley: Vision in Darkness and Light.
This special edition of “Nightmare Alley” sounds like a fantastic deal! Guillermo Del Toro’s work always brings something unique to the table, and having it in a 4-disc format must enhance the experience even more. It’s great to see such a quick discount available for fans.
Absolutely, it really is a great offer! Del Toro’s unique storytelling and visual style make this edition even more appealing, especially with the extra features included. It’s a perfect way to dive deeper into the film’s themes and artistry.
I agree, the offer is fantastic! Del Toro’s attention to detail really enhances the atmosphere of “Nightmare Alley,” making it a perfect fit for a special edition. Plus, the 4K quality will definitely elevate the viewing experience even more.