Nashville (1975) [The Criterion Collection]

Director: Robert Altman
Writers: Joan Tewkesbury
Stars: Keith Carradine, Karen Black, Ronee Blakley

This cornerstone of 1970s American moviemaking from Robert Altman is a panoramic view of the country’s political and cultural landscapes, set in the nation’s music capital. Nashville weaves the stories of twenty-four characters—from country star to wannabe to reporter to waitress—into a cinematic tapestry that is equal parts comedy, tragedy, and musical. Many members of the astonishing cast wrote their own songs and performed them live on location, which lends another layer to the film’s quirky authenticity. Altman’s ability to get to the heart of American life via its eccentric byways was never put to better use than in this grand, rollicking triumph, which barrels forward to an unforgettable conclusion.

Extras:
- New 2K digital film restoration, with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack on the Blu-ray
- Audio commentary featuring director Robert Altman
- New documentary on the making of the film, featuring interviews with actors Ronee Blakley, Keith Carradine, Michael Murphy, Allan Nicholls, and Lily Tomlin; screenwriter Joan Tewkesbury; assistant director Alan Rudolph; and Altman’s widow, Kathryn Reed Altman
- Three archival interviews with Altman
- Behind-the-scenes footage
- Demo of Carradine performing his songs from the film
- Trailer