--- product_id: 4660902 title: "The Master (Blu-ray)" price: "€ 17.87" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/4660902-the-master-blu-ray store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # The Master (Blu-ray) **Price:** € 17.87 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Master (Blu-ray) - **How much does it cost?** € 17.87 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/4660902-the-master-blu-ray) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A striking portrait of drifters and seekers in post-World War II America, Paul Thomas Anderson’s THE MASTER unfolds the journey of a naval veteran (Joaquin Phoenix) who arrives home from war unsettled and uncertain of his future–until he is tantalized by The Cause and its charismatic leader (Philip Seymour Hoffman). Review: A mesmerizing film, excellent video & audio - "The Master" was my favorite film of 2012, but it's likely not to everyone's taste. The acting is amazing. Philip Seymour Hoffman and Joaquin Phoenix both deliver Oscar worthy performances. Stylistically, the movie is similar to Paul Thomas Anderson's previous film, 2007's "There Will Be Blood" but is perhaps less accessible. The movie's often mesmerizing and delivers quite an emotional wallop. But it lacks a strong narrative. It feels more episodic and leaves it to the viewer to make up his or her own mind as to what its message is and what its characters are about. Phoenix completely transforms himself into Freddie Quell while Hoffman impresses with his charismatic and well rounded portrayal of the Master himself, Lancaster Dodd. Amy Adams is also very good as Dodd's wife. Watching the Blu-ray, I found the movie just as hypnotic as it was in theaters. There are several sequences in the movie which are just thrilling to watch. The combination of superb acting, writing, editing, music, and Anderson's precise direction prove endlessly fascinating. Each viewing provides a new perspective on the film's characters and meanings. The Blu-ray features a stunning transfer. The movie was largely shot in 65mm and the Blu-ray presents a film-like image with minimal grain but staggering detail, sharpness, and depth. The audio is immersive as well, presenting Jonny Greenwood's propulsive rhythmic score, the dialogue, and classic songs with great clarity. I appreciate Paul Thomas Anderson's control over his films' home video releases from the cover art & packaging down to the very simple menus. There's none of the typical promotional ads and mumbo jumbo found on this disc. The Blu-ray features a 20-minute montage of deleted scenes set to Greenwood's score, trailers and promos, behind the scenes footage, and John Huston's documentary "Let There Be Light" which inspired the movie. The disc lacks a commentary or relevant interviews with the cast & crew. I respect Anderson's decision to let the film speak for itself, but I would have welcomed a good discussion of the film. For example, there are a couple great Q&As with the director and cast up on YouTube. Review: A Misunderstood Masterpiece - The Master is a purposefully non-traditional film that most people won't like. I happened to be one of those who loved it. If you go to this film expecting a traditional, three-act narrative structure, with likeable characters and/or characters who will eventually be redeemed, then you have come to the wrong movie. This is not a Hollywood, feel-good movie about the triumph of the human spirit. Instead, The Master is a groundbreaking film that you have to watch with an open mind. Ultimately, The Master is an incisive exploration of the eternal struggle between the spirit and the flesh. As the cult leader, Phillip Seymour Hoffman represents the realm of logic and the mind, of science and rationality. He approaches life analytically and always needs to be in control of his surroundings, and the people in his life. Jouquin Phoenix, on the other hand, represents the unchecked flow of primal, animal nature. This the the central conflict in The Master...between someone who constantly needs to be in control of his life, and someone else who resists all methods of control and repression. The reason why this film alienates so many people is because of its disquieting portrayal of human nature--in the world presented in The Master, no matter where we run to, we're always presented with the startling realization that in this life, there is no escape or redemption, there is only the constant struggle for power and domination. The only thing that separates us from the animals, Paul Thomas Anderson seems to be saying, is an ultimately futile desire to find a higher force to comfort us, but what if that higher force is using us for its own purposes? I believe this question is what The Master is ultimately exploring. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Contributor | Amy Adams, Andrew Koponen, Bruce Goodchild, Dan Anderson, Jeffrey W. Jenkins, Jesse Plemons, Joaquin Phoenix, Matt Hering, Mike Howard, Paul Thomas Anderson, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Price Carson, Sarah Shoshana David Contributor Amy Adams, Andrew Koponen, Bruce Goodchild, Dan Anderson, Jeffrey W. Jenkins, Jesse Plemons, Joaquin Phoenix, Matt Hering, Mike Howard, Paul Thomas Anderson, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Price Carson, Sarah Shoshana David See more | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 496 Reviews | | Format | Blu-ray, Color, NTSC, Widescreen | | Genre | Drama | | Initial release date | 2012-09-21 | | Language | English | ## Product Details - **Format:** Blu-ray, Color, NTSC, Widescreen - **Genre:** Drama - **Initial release date:** 2012-09-21 - **Language:** English ## Images ![The Master (Blu-ray) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71KgKZ54kwL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A mesmerizing film, excellent video & audio *by R***H on April 20, 2013* "The Master" was my favorite film of 2012, but it's likely not to everyone's taste. The acting is amazing. Philip Seymour Hoffman and Joaquin Phoenix both deliver Oscar worthy performances. Stylistically, the movie is similar to Paul Thomas Anderson's previous film, 2007's "There Will Be Blood" but is perhaps less accessible. The movie's often mesmerizing and delivers quite an emotional wallop. But it lacks a strong narrative. It feels more episodic and leaves it to the viewer to make up his or her own mind as to what its message is and what its characters are about. Phoenix completely transforms himself into Freddie Quell while Hoffman impresses with his charismatic and well rounded portrayal of the Master himself, Lancaster Dodd. Amy Adams is also very good as Dodd's wife. Watching the Blu-ray, I found the movie just as hypnotic as it was in theaters. There are several sequences in the movie which are just thrilling to watch. The combination of superb acting, writing, editing, music, and Anderson's precise direction prove endlessly fascinating. Each viewing provides a new perspective on the film's characters and meanings. The Blu-ray features a stunning transfer. The movie was largely shot in 65mm and the Blu-ray presents a film-like image with minimal grain but staggering detail, sharpness, and depth. The audio is immersive as well, presenting Jonny Greenwood's propulsive rhythmic score, the dialogue, and classic songs with great clarity. I appreciate Paul Thomas Anderson's control over his films' home video releases from the cover art & packaging down to the very simple menus. There's none of the typical promotional ads and mumbo jumbo found on this disc. The Blu-ray features a 20-minute montage of deleted scenes set to Greenwood's score, trailers and promos, behind the scenes footage, and John Huston's documentary "Let There Be Light" which inspired the movie. The disc lacks a commentary or relevant interviews with the cast & crew. I respect Anderson's decision to let the film speak for itself, but I would have welcomed a good discussion of the film. For example, there are a couple great Q&As with the director and cast up on YouTube. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Misunderstood Masterpiece *by J***G on May 3, 2013* The Master is a purposefully non-traditional film that most people won't like. I happened to be one of those who loved it. If you go to this film expecting a traditional, three-act narrative structure, with likeable characters and/or characters who will eventually be redeemed, then you have come to the wrong movie. This is not a Hollywood, feel-good movie about the triumph of the human spirit. Instead, The Master is a groundbreaking film that you have to watch with an open mind. Ultimately, The Master is an incisive exploration of the eternal struggle between the spirit and the flesh. As the cult leader, Phillip Seymour Hoffman represents the realm of logic and the mind, of science and rationality. He approaches life analytically and always needs to be in control of his surroundings, and the people in his life. Jouquin Phoenix, on the other hand, represents the unchecked flow of primal, animal nature. This the the central conflict in The Master...between someone who constantly needs to be in control of his life, and someone else who resists all methods of control and repression. The reason why this film alienates so many people is because of its disquieting portrayal of human nature--in the world presented in The Master, no matter where we run to, we're always presented with the startling realization that in this life, there is no escape or redemption, there is only the constant struggle for power and domination. The only thing that separates us from the animals, Paul Thomas Anderson seems to be saying, is an ultimately futile desire to find a higher force to comfort us, but what if that higher force is using us for its own purposes? I believe this question is what The Master is ultimately exploring. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Master of Film *by Z***S on May 12, 2026* This is my personal favorite Paul Thomas Anderson movie and my favorite role I’ve seen both Joaquin Phoenix and Phillip Seymour Hoffman. If you have not seen this, please watch this movie! ## Frequently Bought Together - The Master (Blu-ray) - Magnolia (Blu-ray) - Phantom Thread [Blu-ray] --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/4660902-the-master-blu-ray](https://www.desertcart.at/products/4660902-the-master-blu-ray) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-06-02*