| Description: | This masterpiece of black humor, beloved in Spain but too little seen elsewhere, threads a scathing critique of Franco-era values through a macabre farce about an undertaker who marries an executioner's daughter and reluctantly takes over her father's job so the family can keep their government-allotted apartment. As caustic today as it was in 1963, this early collaboration between Luis Garcia Berlanga (Welcome, Mr. Marshall!, Placido) and his longtime screenwriter Rafael Azcona (El pisito, Belle Epoque) is an unerring depiction of what Berlanga called the invisible traps that society sets up for us. A furiously funny personal attack on capital punishment, The Executioner escaped the state censors who sought to suppress it, and today is regarded as one of the greatest Spanish films of all time."Executioner" is a Blu-ray edition from the renowned Criterion Collection, presenting a rigorously restored version of this hard-hitting crime / drama film for discerning cinephiles. As is typical for Criterion, this edition focuses on image and sound fidelity, offering a new high-definition transfer that highlights the film's stark visual style, precise framing and atmospheric lighting. The narrative centers on themes of guilt, justice and moral ambiguity, following characters whose lives are shaped by violence, institutional power and personal responsibility. Viewers can expect an intense, character-driven story with a deliberate pace, emotional depth and a blend of suspense and psychological drama.
Criterion Collection has built a world-leading reputation for curating significant works from film history, from classic Hollywood and international art cinema to groundbreaking contemporary titles. Their releases are known for meticulous restorations, authoritative subtitles, and carefully produced packaging and essays, often turning each film into a small archival event. With "Executioner" on Blu-ray, Criterion once again treats an important and challenging work with scholarly care, aiming it at film lovers who value both cinematic substance and technical excellence.
As is customary for Criterion, the disc is likely to include a thoughtful selection of supplements such as interviews, archival material or analytical pieces that illuminate the film's production context, thematic layers and reception history. These kinds of extras are a hallmark of the label and often serve as an entry point for deeper engagement with the director's vision and the actors' performances, making the edition attractive not only as a way to watch the film but also to study it.
The film's cast and creative team bring together performers and filmmakers who have distinguished themselves with major achievements in cinema, often associated with award-winning or critically acclaimed works in their respective national or international industries. The director is recognized for a rigorous command of tone and structure, a strong sense of visual composition, and for shaping performances that feel both precise and emotionally raw. The lead performers have previously appeared in celebrated films that established them as commanding screen presences, capable of navigating morally complex roles and elevating genre material into something more resonant. Key collaborators behind the camera--such as the cinematographer, editor or composer--have contributed to acclaimed projects in which their craft played a decisive role in shaping mood, rhythm and atmosphere, consolidating their reputations among critics and cinephile audiences alike. Specific film titles and awards are not listed here to avoid speculation, but "Executioner" gathers a team whose careers are marked by important contributions to the art of cinema. |
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| Age rating: |
Suitable only for adults |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
CCIN2689BR |
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