The Red Shoes Steelbook DVD

The Red Shoes 4K UHD & Blu-ray Steelbook is a lavish collector’s edition of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger’s 1948 cinematic masterpiece. Widely regarded as one of the most visually stunning films ever made, this Criterion Collection release presents the film in a dazzling 4K restoration, celebrating its legacy as a Technicolor triumph and a poignant exploration of artistic obsession.

The story follows Vicky Page (Moira Shearer), a gifted ballerina torn between her love for a young composer and her devotion to dance under the demanding impresario Boris Lermontov (Anton Walbrook). As Vicky is cast in the ballet The Red Shoes, her life begins to mirror the tragic tale she performs, culminating in a haunting and unforgettable finale.

This two-disc Steelbook edition includes:

• Disc 1: 4K UHD with Dolby Vision and HDR10 (Region Free)
• Disc 2: Blu-ray with the film and extensive special features (Region A)
• Audio: English LPCM Mono
• Subtitles: English SDH

Special Features:

• Audio commentary by historian Ian Christie with interviews from cast and crew
• Restoration demonstration hosted by Martin Scorsese
• 2000 documentary Profile of The Red Shoes
• Interview with Thelma Schoonmaker Powell
• Audio readings by Jeremy Irons from the novelization and Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale
• Archival photos, memorabilia, and animated storyboards
• Essay by critic David Ehrenstein

Presented in a beautifully illustrated Steelbook case with inner artwork and a booklet, this edition is a must-have for cinephiles and collectors alike. It captures the film’s emotional depth, visual grandeur, and enduring influence on cinema and dance.