Read My Lips 4K Blu-ray Arrives September 23 from Criterion

Read My Lips (2001) arrives on 4K Blu-ray from The Criterion Collection on September 23, 2025. This release features a new 4K digital restoration supervised and approved by director Jacques Audiard and cinematographer Mathieu Vadepied, presented with a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack. The film is presented in French with English subtitles in a 1.85:1 aspect ratio.

The thriller explores the story of Carla (Emmanuelle Devos), a hard-of-hearing office worker who crosses paths with Paul (Vincent Cassel), an ex-con, leading to a tense collaboration involving crime and passion. Audiard melds noir elements with complex character dynamics, creating a unique depth and emotional tension.

Special features include an audio commentary featuring Vincent Cassel and Emmanuelle Devos, a new afterword by Audiard, and a program on the making of the film with interviews including Audiard, Vadepied, and co-screenwriter Tonino Benacquista. The package also contains deleted scenes with commentary by Audiard, an interview with composer Alexandre Desplat, and the original trailer. Additionally, a new English subtitle translation and an essay by film scholar Ginette Vincendeau are included.

This edition offers one 4K UHD disc presenting the film in Dolby Vision HDR, plus one Blu-ray with the film and all special features. Criterion’s release ensures preservation of Audiard’s vision through this detailed restoration and extensive supplementary materials.

Release Contents:

• New afterword by Jacques Audiard: A fresh perspective from the director.
• Audio commentary: Featuring performances by Vincent Cassel and Emmanuelle Devos.
• Making-of program: Interviews with Audiard, Mathieu Vadepied, and Tonino Benacquista.
• Deleted scenes: Included with director commentary.
• Interview with composer Alexandre Desplat: Insights into the film's score.
• Original trailer
• New English subtitle translation
• Essay by Ginette Vincendeau

Release Date: September 23, 2025