Directed by: Jan Troell
Starring: Max von Sydow, Liv Ullmann, Eddie Axberg, Sven-Olof Bern, Aina Alfredsson, Allan Edwall, Monica Zetterlund, Pierre Lindstedt, Gustaf Färingborg, Åke Fridell
Contributors: Bengt Forslund, Jan Troell
Description: This double feature from director Jan Troell presents two powerful Swedish films, 'The Emigrants' (1971) and 'The New Land' (1972), chronicling the 19th-century migration of a Swedish family to America. Max von Sydow and Liv Ullmann deliver outstanding performances as Karl-Oskar and Kristina, a couple struggling to build a new life amidst the harsh realities of frontier existence. The films explore themes of hardship, resilience, and the pursuit of a better future, making them a must-watch for fans of historical dramas.
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC2580BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629081749 |
| Main Language | Swedish |
| Subtitles | English |
| Region | Region A, B, C |
| Release Date | 10 Oct 2016 |
| Originally Issued | 1972 |
| No of Discs | 2 |
| Weight | 112g |
| Dimensions | 171 x 13 x 138 (mm) |
| Genre | World Cinema |
| BBFC Cert | (15) Suitable for 15 years and over |
| Rental/Retail | Retail not for Rental |
| Run Time | 393 minutes |