Description
Harold Lloyd – The Definitive Collection | DVD Box Set (9 discs)
UPC: 5060034577591
Region 2 PAL DVD
Made in England
!!! Condition of this DVD set is USED GOOD !!! AS PICTURED !!!
Overview
Experience over 29 hours of cinematic history with this 9-disc DVD box set featuring the legendary Harold Lloyd. From iconic silent comedies like Safety Last!—showcasing the unforgettable image of Lloyd hanging from a large clock—to early talkies such as Feet First and Movie Crazy, this collection spans a rich selection of films and shorts. Presented entirely in black and white with original mono and stereo soundtracks, this Region 2 (PAL) set is a must-have for classic film enthusiasts and collectors.
Product Features
- Format: DVD Box Set (9 discs)
- Total Running Time: ~29 hours 06 minutes
- Visual: Black & White (B/W)
- Audio: Mono / Stereo (some discs feature orchestral scores by Carl Davis and others)
- Language: English
- Region: 2 (PAL)
- Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
- Age Rating: PG (Contains mild slapstick violence, BBFC: “PG – Contains mild slapstick violence”)
- Technical: Barcode: 5060034577591
- Publishers/Distributors: Optimum Releasing / StudioCanal
- Artwork Date: ©2007 by Optimum Releasing
Interesting Facts
This definitive collection not only brings together Harold Lloyd’s most celebrated works but also provides a deep dive into the evolution of early film comedy. The outer box features the timeless image of Lloyd hanging from a clock—a nod to Safety Last!, which remains one of the most enduring images in film history. Each individual disc features carefully curated stills and film stills, along with introductions, commentaries, and special features that enrich your viewing experience. The set includes both feature films and shorts, with additional behind-the-scenes content and photo galleries that illuminate the legacy of one of cinema’s greatest pioneers.
Additional Insights
- Disc 1 (Red): Includes Safety Last! (1923), An Eastern Westerner (1920, short), Girl Shy (1924), and Billy Blazes, Esq. (1919, short).
- Disc 2 (Green): Showcases The Cat’s Paw (1934) and The Milky Way (1936).
- Disc 3 (Blue): Features Feet First (1930) – noted for Harold Lloyd “talking for the second time” – plus additional silent titles (exact titles may require confirmation).
- Disc 4 (Red): Presents The Kid Brother (1927), Bumping into Broadway (1919), and likely Grandma’s Boy (1922).
- Disc 5 (Green): Contains Hot Water (1924), Now or Never (1921, short), High and Dizzy (1920, short), and Get Out and Under (1920, short).
- Disc 6 (Blue): Features Why Worry? (1923), Dr. Jack (1922), and I Do (1921, short).
- Disc 7 (Red): Includes Number, Please? (1920, short), A Sailor Made Man (1921), Among Those Present (1921, short), and For Heaven’s Sake (1926).
- Disc 8 (Green): Offers Movie Crazy (1932) and Welcome Danger (1929).
- Disc 9 (Blue): Contains Ask Father (1919, short), From Hand to Mouth (1919, short), and The Freshman (1925).
Track Listing
While this is a film collection rather than a music CD, the detailed disc-by-disc breakdown above serves as a comprehensive guide to the content available on each DVD within the box set.
Publishers
Distributed by Optimum Releasing (StudioCanal) in the UK, this collection is a curated anthology of Harold Lloyd’s work, featuring restoration of archival films with special features including commentaries, introductions, and photo galleries.
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