Criterion Collection

Killer Of Sheep [US-Version, Regio 1/ A]
Criterion Collection

38,49 EUR
4K UHD Blu-Ray
Criterion Collection
Release date: 27/May/2025
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Description:"Killer of Sheep" arrives in stunning 4K UHD Blu-Ray from the esteemed Criterion Collection, offering a definitive home viewing experience for this landmark of American independent cinema. Directed by Charles Burnett, the film is celebrated for its poetic realism and profound depiction of African-American life in Los Angeles during the late 1970s. The Criterion Collection is renowned for curating and restoring significant films with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring cinephiles receive unparalleled quality and insightful supplemental materials. The cast features Henry G. Sanders as Stan, whose nuanced performance anchors the film?s emotional depth. Kaycee Moore delivers a compelling portrayal as Stan's wife, adding layers to the family dynamic at the heart of the story. Director Charles Burnett has been lauded internationally; his work on "To Sleep with Anger" earned him an Independent Spirit Award, while "Killer of Sheep" itself was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry due to its cultural significance. Cinematographer Billy Woodberry later became a key figure in L.A.'s Black independent filmmaking movement. This edition includes restored visuals and audio supervised by Burnett himself along with exclusive interviews and essays that contextualize both his career and contributions from collaborators like actor Henry G. Sanders?whose credits also include roles in ?Selma? (2014) and ?Rocky Balboa? (2006). This release stands as an essential addition to any serious film collection.
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