The Ruling Class (1972)
The Criterion Collection, 2001.
First Printing. DVD in case.
A darkly comic view of the British class system and the English aristocracy based on Peter Barnes’ irreverent play. Aristocrat Jack (Peter O’Toole) is cured of his belief that he is God only to become convinced that he is the reincarnation of Jack the Ripper. Special edition features include:
- 16x9 widescreen digital transfer, supervised by director Peter Medak and restored to the original full-length version, never before available in the U.S.
- Commentary track featuring Peter O’Toole, Peter Medak, and writer Peter Barnes
- Peter Medak’s home movies, shot on location for The Ruling Class
- A collection of rare publicity and behind-the-scenes production stills
- Original trailer
- English subtitles for the deaf and hearing impaired
ISBN: 1559409223
Single DVD disc, 154 minutes, color, monaural, 1.78:1 aspect ratio, RSDL dual-layer edition. In case, with booklet featuring an essay by film historian Ian Christie.
Previously owned and opened and in excellent condition.
Price: $20.00