1 / 2The Mastermind DVD by Kelly Reichardt
The Mastermind is a DVD-Video release of Kelly Reichardt’s film about an unemployed family man who plans an art heist in 1970s Massachusetts. Its listing specifies PAL format, English audio and subtitles, and a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes. Customer feedback is divided on the film’s quality, with some finding its pace particularly slow.
At a glance
- Kelly Reichardt directs Josh O’Connor in a story about a planned museum art theft and its fallout.
- The listing specifies PAL DVD-Video with English language and subtitles.
- A video essay, “The Mastermind: Unwinding the Heist Film”, is listed as an extra.
Reference price: £11.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- English subtitles are specified for viewers who prefer or need them.
- The listing includes a video essay alongside the film.
Cons
- Customer feedback is mixed on the film, and some describe its pacing as painfully slow.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Director | Kelly Reichardt |
|---|---|
| Actors | Alana Haim, Hope Davis, John Magaro, Josh O'Connor |
| Media format | DVD-Video, PAL |
| Run time | 1 hour and 50 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Age rating | Suitable for 12 years and over |
| Studio | MUBI |
| Release date | 29 Jun. 2026 |
| Country of origin | Poland |
| Dimensions and weight listed | 20 x 19 x 2 cm; 240 g |
|---|
What to know before buying
- The listing gives a release date of 29 Jun. 2026. Check the selected listing’s release and availability details if timing matters.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Viewers interested in Kelly Reichardt’s films and a character-led art-heist story.
- Collectors seeking a PAL DVD with English subtitles and a listed video essay.
Less suited to
- Viewers looking for a briskly paced crime film, given reported mixed reactions to the film’s pace.
- Buyers who need a format other than PAL DVD-Video.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
30% 30% - 4 stars
14% 14% - 3 stars
21% 21% - 2 stars
8% 8% - 1 star
27% 27%
Customer feedback is mixed on the film’s quality: some find it watchable, while others consider it underwhelming. Pacing also divides viewers, with some reporting that it feels painfully slow. This is worth weighing if you prefer brisk crime films. The listing describes a 1 hour and 50 minute story centred on planning an art theft, but those film details do not settle how its pace will feel to individual viewers.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback is divided between viewers who find the film watchable and those who consider it underwhelming.
- Some customers describe the pacing as painfully slow.
Frequently asked questions
What format is The Mastermind on?
The listing specifies DVD-Video in PAL format. It does not provide further playback compatibility details.
Does this DVD include subtitles?
English subtitles are listed.
What is the film about?
It follows J.B. Mooney, an unemployed family man and amateur art thief, as he plans his first museum heist in Massachusetts around 1970.
Is the film fast-paced?
Customer feedback is mixed on pacing, with some describing it as painfully slow, so it may not suit viewers seeking a brisk crime film.
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