Hmm, i don't know. The news as described in the article make for mixed reactions. So far I have only seen the "old" 119 minute version twice, and I consider it the best film by Tati (I haven't seen "Jour de Fete" or "Parade", though). The color scheme is essential to it (as noted: beautiful greys).

But I am actually going to see it on 70mm in October at an annual 70mm festival in Karlsruhe in Germany. At least that's the way it is announced, at a cinema which is equipped for proper 70mm screenings. Other films will include Wyler's Ben-Hur and Anthony Mann's El Cid.

I'll report back as to the length, aspect ratio and condition of the print (and if it is in fact 70 or 65 mm).

Maybe you should write an e-mail to Criterion and ask them to clarify the matter.