David revisits - yet again! - this odd little throwaway political satire whipped out by Nagisa Oshima in the spring of 1968.
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David Blakeslee
CriterionCast Chronicles – Episode 2 – March 2016 Criterion Collection Line-up
The team is back to discuss the March 2016 Criterion Collection releases.
Ryan Gallagher
The Eclipse Viewer – Episode 41 – Carlos Saura’s Flamenco Trilogy
David and Trevor discuss three films focused on the Spanish fusion of dance, music and passionate, disciplined melodrama.
Criterion Reflections – The Producers (1968) – LD #35
David reviews the directorial debut of Mel Brooks, released on Criterion Laserdisc back in 1988.
Joshua Reviews Joachim Trier’s Louder Than Bombs [Theatrical Review]
Joachim Trier makes his English-language debut with one of his best efforts yet.
Joshua Brunsting
Joshua Reviews Gabriel Mascaro’s Neon Bull [Theatrical Review]
One of the year's best films comes from one of world cinema's most interesting young voices.
Joshua Reviews Ada Ushpiz’s Vita Activa: The Spirit of Hannah Arendt [Theatrical Review]
This new documentary looks at the life and work of one of the great 20th Century thinkers, whose work is still relevant to this day.
Scott Reviews Joachim Trier’s Louder Than Bombs [Theatrical Review]
Trier's English-language debut retains all his sensitivity and insight.
Scott Nye
Criterion Close-Up – Episode 34 – A Conversation with Michele Rosenthal
Mark and Aaron are joined by Michele Rosenthal, professional illustrator and Criterion fan artist.
Aaron West
Off The Shelf – Episode 85 – New Blu-ray & DVD Releases for Tuesday, April 5th 2016
Ryan and Brian chat about the home video news and new releases for the week.
Criterion Reflections – Golden Eyes (1968) – Hulu
This 1968 Japanese James Bond knock-off feels more like fool's gold than the real thing, but at least it doesn't require much up-front investment.
Joshua Reviews Tony Girardin’s Marinoni: The Fire In The Frame [Theatrical Review]
This documentary looks at the power of the human spirit through a very specific experience of one man's journey to conquer a world record.
Joshua Reviews Mickey Keating’s Darling [Theatrical Review]
This singular thriller is one of the most intriguing independent releases of the year so far.
Off The Shelf – Episode 84 – New Blu-ray & DVD Releases For Tuesday, March 29th, 2016
Ryan and Brian catch up on the week's new home video news and releases.
Scott Reviews Arrow Video’s Nikkatsu Diamond Guys: Vol. 1 [Blu-ray Review]
Arrow gathers three undersung films from the pulp studio.