Nashville (1975) - OUT OF PRINT

[Akijama]

http://www.criterion.com/films/28427-nashville

This cornerstone of 1970s American moviemaking from Robert Altman is a panoramic view of the country’s political and entertainment landscapes, set in the nation’s music capital. Nashville weaves the stories of twenty-four characters—from country star to wannabe to reporter to waitress—into a cinematic tapestry that is equal parts comedy, tragedy, and musical. Many members of the astonishing cast wrote and performed their own songs live on location, which lends another layer to the film’s quirky authenticity. Altman’s ability to get to the heart of American life via its eccentric byways was never put to better use than in this grand, rollicking triumph, which barrels forward to an unforgettable conclusion

New 2K digital film restoration, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack on the Blu-ray
Audio commentary featuring director Robert Altman
New documentary on the making of the film, featuring interviews with actors Keith Carradine, Michael Murphy, Allan Nicholls, and Lily Tomlin; assistant director Alan Rudolph; and screenwriter Joan Tewkesbury
Archival interviews with Altman
Behind-the-scenes footage
Demos of Carradine singing his songs from the film
Trailer
One Blu-ray and two DVDs, with all format available in both editions
PLUS: A booklet featuring an essay by critic Molly Haskell

[Sky_Captain85]

Seems unlikely Criterion will release Altman's Popeye.

[klauswhereareyou]

Originally Posted by Sky_Captain85

Seems unlikely Criterion will release Altman's Popeye.

Okay I don't usually cuss on here, but HOT DAMN!

[MTRodaba2468]

One of my all-time favorite Altmans. I've been hoping Criterion would snag the rights to this for years...

[Abdrewes]

Absolute masterpiece. I can't wait for a decent sale to pick this up.

[jamesdevil]

I think this is one of the greatest films ever made. Criterion is relentless this fall/winter.

[PowellPressburger]

Ronee Blakley is awesome in Nashville. Oddly enough there is NO mention of her on the cast credits Criterion page though her image is on the films page :-)

Most will know Ronee as Nancy's alcoholic mother in A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) and most recently on BLU from TT's The Driver.

Also love Barbara Harris singing It Dont Worry Me.

[NoirFan]

Nashville fans should definitely check out this book on the film's shooting and legacy, it was an entertaining and informative read.

[movielib]

Altman's masterpiece and one of the greatest films ever made. The best movie of 1975 (yes, over Cuckoo's Nest; what a slate of Best Picture nominees that year). I really didn't ever expect Criterion to release it.

We must be doing something right...

[movielib]

Originally Posted by NoirFan

Nashville fans should definitely check out this book on the film's shooting and legacy, it was an entertaining and informative read.

I've read it. Very much worth it.

[Jobla]

It don't worry me, it'll be a day-one purchase. I hope it will be followed by Altman's COME BACK TO THE FIVE AND DIME someday. JIMMY DEAN has never been released on DVD.

[dressedtokill]

I'm really looking forward to this release. Having more Altman movies in Blu is always a plus especially when the movie is great. I'm happy it got the Criterion treatment as it deserves it. My only major issue is that like many Criterion releases we're yet again not getting the theatrical poster. Why do we keep getting these pretentious and artsy covers?

Originally Posted by NoirFan

Nashville fans should definitely check out this book on the film's shooting and legacy, it was an entertaining and informative read.

Read it and it's worth the purchase.

[NoirFan]

Originally Posted by dressedtokill

Why do we keep getting these pretentious and artsy covers?

What is pretentious and/or artsy about the Nashville cover? It's actually quite clever - an American flag with the stars (sorry) representing the stripes. The cover captures the film cleanly and concisely: an ensemble piece about America(na).

[dressedtokill]

Originally Posted by NoirFan

What is pretentious and/or artsy about the Nashville cover? It's actually quite clever - an American flag with the stars (sorry) representing the stripes. The cover captures the film cleanly and concisely: an ensemble piece about America(na).

I'm sorry but it just comes of as artsy. I do agree that it does convey what the film is about but still... I just prefer the original poster over these indie/hipster art we keep getting.

[MTRodaba2468]

Originally Posted by dressedtokill

I'm sorry but it just comes of as artsy. I do agree that it does convey what the film is about but still... I just prefer the original poster over these indie/hipster art we keep getting.

I typically agree, but to be quite honest, I'm disappointed right now that Criterion isn't selling that artwork as a poster on their website. I love it.

[jamesdevil]

'Artsy' being used as a negative. Weird.

As someone who loves the film, the cover art is absolutely fantastic and fits perfectly.

[donidarko]

Just found and watched tvtv's documentary on the 1976 academy awards that featured Lily Tomlin, Ronee Blakely, Lee Grant and Goldie Hawn....that put me in the mood for NASHVILLE.....and now it's coming......YES!

[movieben1138]

I agree with the disliking of recent Criterion cover art (this one not necessarily as much as others). City Lights and Badlands are especially disappointing in my esteem. The image Criterion was using for City Lights' cover on their Hulu channel was much, much better. Ah well...

Still, it's the movie for which I buy the disc and, in that regard, Criterion can NOT be beat! I will happily ugrade my DVD of this come December!

--Ben

[Visco.]

I'm in love with the cover art.

[baheidstu]

There isn't as much traffic as I'd expect for this... is there a reason there's no link when you look up the blu-ray entry for Nashville? I had to do a forum search just to find this.