A brief video introducing the newest phase of my long-running project to review every Criterion film in chronological order of original theatrical release!
David Blakeslee
David Blakeslee
Episode 215 – Criterion Collection Favorites of 2023
This year's panel (David, Jordan, Josh, Brad, and Aaron) resumes our annual tradition of sharing their favorite 2023 releases from the Criterion Collection.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 140 – Costa-Gavras’ State of Siege
We wrap up Season 4: 1972 by discussing a film portraying the grinding conflicts and ruthless power plays between oppressive governments and desperate insurgencies.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 139 – Ingmar Bergman’s Cries and Whispers
David and guests discuss the strengths and liabilities of Bergman's remarkable comeback to arthouse preeminence in this Oscar-winning symphony of suffering.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 138 – Melvin Van Peebles’ Don’t Play Us Cheap
David is joined by Richard Doyle and a first-time guest, actor/filmmaker Aaron Strand, to discuss this film adaptation of a barrier-breaking Broadway musical.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 137 – Hanzo the Razor
We discuss Shintaro Katsu's "life after Zatoichi" project, three films about a principled cop in Edo-era Japan, renowned for his fighting skills and infamous interrogation techniques.
David Reviews Bo Widerberg’s New Swedish Cinema [Criterion Collection Blu-Ray Review]
A collection of short video clips featuring a look at the packaging and brief reviews of four films from the 1960s.
David Reviews The Ranown Westerns: Five Films Directed by Budd Boetticher [Criterion Collection 4K/Blu-ray Review]
Coverage of the new Criterion boxset in the form of short videos and a few added comments.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 136 – Brian De Palma’s Sisters
David dissects Brian De Palma's breakout thriller with Richard Doyle and first-time guest Robert Baum.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 135 – Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s Eight Hours Don’t Make a Day
David and his ensemble gather 'round the table to enjoy and engage with Fassbinder's winsome series about family life and the German working class.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 134 – Bernardo Bertolucci’s Last Tango in Paris
David and guests share their thoughts on this sensational, scandalous landmark film from 1972 that still stirs up strong reactions today.
David Reviews John Woo’s Last Hurrah for Chivalry [Criterion Collection Blu-Ray Review]
This new release of an early film from the acclaimed director offers fascinating insights on the development of his signature themes of upholding honor and brotherhood in the midst of deadly serious action and danger.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 133 – Bob Rafelson’s The King of Marvin Gardens
David is joined by Richard Doyle to discuss the final feature film in Criterion's America Lost and Found: The BBS Story box set.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 132 – Éric Rohmer’s Love in the Afternoon
David is joined by Matthew Gasteier to talk about the final installment of Rohmer's film series Six Moral Tales.
A Conversation with Cyberexboyfriend
David Blakeslee interviews internet creator Cyberexboyfriend to talk about the Criterion Collection and its influence on the culture and canon of cinema.