Criterion Now returns after a brief hiatus. David Blakeslee and Will Remmers join to discuss as much that happened since the last episode as possible.
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Aaron West
Criterion Reflections – Episode 70 – Louis Malle’s Murmur of the Heart
David is joined by Aaron West and William Remmers to discuss the cinematic coming-of-age of one Laurent Chevalier.
David Blakeslee
Joshua Reviews Angela Schanelec’s I Was At Home, But… [Theatrical Review]
Angela Schanelec's latest film is one of her most personal, a touching and challenging rumination on grief that's maybe her greatest achievement yet.
Joshua Brunsting
Joshua Reviews Jeremy Teicher’s Olympic Dreams [Theatrical Review]
The first feature to be shot at The Olympics, Olympic Dreams is a moving, tender take on the romantic comedy.
Five Films To See At Neighboring Scenes 2020
This year's series runs February 14-18 at Film At Lincoln Center.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 69 – James Goldstone’s Brother John
David welcomes guests David Seeley and William Remmers in a conversation about this obscure but intriguing film that marked a transition point in the career of Sidney Poitier. Currently showing on the Criterion Channel.
Joshua Reviews Horace B. Jenkins’ Cane River [Theatrical Review]
Horace B. Jenkins' long-forgotten masterpiece returns to theaters in a glorious new new restoration from Oscilloscope.
Joshua Reviews Veronika Franz And Severin Fiala’s The Lodge [Theatrical Review]
Led by an incredible performance from Riley Keough, The Lodge is a gorgeous, if often frustrating, horror thriller.
Joshua Reviews Albert Lewin’s Pandora And The Flying Dutchman [Theatrical Review]
Lewin's forgotten masterpiece is brought back to life thanks in no little part to a glorious new 4K restoration from Cohen Media.
Seven Films To See At Doc Fortnight 2020
This year's incredible Doc Fortnight runs February 5-19 at The Museum of Modern Art in New York City.
Joshua Reviews Li Cheng’s José [Theatrical Review]
Li Cheng's sophomore effort is an award-winning look into life as a young gay man in conservative Guatemala.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 68 – Mike Hodges’ Get Carter
David is joined by Richard Doyle and David Seeley - listen in as the three comparitively clever sods discuss this influential British gangster classic, starring Michael Caine.
Joshua Reviews Richard Stanley’s Color Out Of Space [Theatrical Review]
From cult director Richard Stanley comes this strangely engrossing adaptation of Lovecraft's legendary short story.
Joshua Reviews Jia Zhangke’s I Wish I Knew [Theatrical Review]
Making its theatrical debut stateside a decade after bowing at the Cannes Film Festival, Jia Zhangke's documentary is a masterpiece worthy of (re)discovery.
Joshua Reviews Bertrand Bonello’s Zombi Child [Theatrical Review]
The latest from director Bertrand Bonello is an evocative, thought-provoking look at colonialism and identity.