Brazil (1985)

Description

Brazil (1985) – Blu‑ray Only (Criterion Collection)

Studio: Criterion Collection • 142 min (director’s cut) • Rated R • Blu‑ray released June 3, 2025
Genres: Science Fiction · Dystopian · Cult

Disc Format & Technical Info

• (Blu‑ray): Feature—the uncut director’s version (approx. 142 min) in 1080p resolution, sourced from a 4K restoration approved by Terry Gilliam
• Audio: English DTS‑HD Master Audio 2.0
• Subtitles: English SDH

⭐ Special Features (on Blu‑ray disc)

(All extras originally included in the 2012 Blu‑ray and retained in this set):

• Audio Commentary by Terry Gilliam (1996, originally for LaserDisc) (
• What Is “Brazil”? – On-set documentary hosted by Rob Hedden (~30 min)
• The Production Notebook – Interviews, video essays, and Gilliam’s personal archives
• The Battle of “Brazil” – Documentary on the controversial U.S. release hosted by Jack Mathews
• “Love Conquers All” version – The studio‑reedited 94 min cut including optional commentary by expert David Morgan
• Theatrical trailer

Cast & Crew

• Director: Terry Gilliam
• Writers: Terry Gilliam, Tom Stoppard, Charles McKeown
• Starring: Jonathan Pryce, Robert De Niro, Katherine Helmond, Ian Holm, Bob Hoskins, Michael Palin, Jim Broadbent and others

Quality Overview

• The Blu‑ray audio and video replicate high-definition versions of the restored film, offering improved clarity and color depth—especially noticeable in shadow detail and production design elements
• While everything is ported from the prior Criterion release, it remains one of the most comprehensive supplement packages available for rentals.