David provides a video overview of Visconti's maligned late career masterwork and extends his coverage in a conversation with Brad McDermott

Criterion Reflections – Episode 142 – Luchino Visconti’s Ludwig

David revisits the TV miniseries that attempts to recreate the cultural milieu of 15th century Florence in this first episode of Season 5: 1973.

Criterion Reflections – Episode 141 – Roberto Rossellini’s The Age of the Medici

A brief video introducing the newest phase of my long-running project to review every Criterion film in chronological order of original theatrical release!

Criterion Reflections – Intro to Season 5: 1973

This year's panel (David, Jordan, Josh, Brad, and Aaron) resumes our annual tradition of sharing their favorite 2023 releases from the Criterion Collection.

Episode 215 – Criterion Collection Favorites of 2023

Critic and YouTube creator Celeste de la Cabra joins Josh for a journey into the Criterion Channel’s permanent, streaming-only library, and conclude their conversation about the films of Japanese filmmaker and the master of kaiju cinema, Ishirō Honda.

Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 60: Ishirō Honda’s Kaiju Cinema – Part Three

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 140 – Costa-Gavras’ State of Siege

In this episode of Inside the Box, Trevor and David discuss The Complete Jean Vigo, featuring the films Á propos de Nice (1930), Zéro de conduite (1933), and L'Atalante (1934).

Inside the Box – Episode 18 – The Complete Jean Vigo

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 139 – Ingmar Bergman’s Cries and Whispers

Friend-of-the-show Michael Hutchins returns for a deep dive into the Criterion Channel’s permanent, streaming-only library, and a conversation about three films from Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura – Cousin Angelica, Elisa, Vida Mía, and Los Ojos Vendados.

Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 59: The Films of Carlos Saura – Part 3

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 138 – Melvin Van Peebles’ Don’t Play Us Cheap

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.

Criterion Reflections – Episode 137 – Hanzo the Razor

Critic and YouTube creator Celeste de la Cabra joins Josh for a journey into the Criterion Channel’s permanent, streaming-only library, and a conversation about three films from Japanese filmmaker and the master of kaiju cinema, Ishirō Honda.

Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 58: Ishirō Honda’s Kaiju Cinema – Part Two

Friend-of-the-show Michael Hutchins returns for a deep dive into the Criterion Channel’s permanent, streaming-only library, and a conversation about the next three films from Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura.

Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 57: The Films of Carlos Saura – Part 2

David dissects Brian De Palma's breakout thriller with Richard Doyle and first-time guest Robert Baum.

Criterion Reflections – Episode 136 – Brian De Palma’s Sisters

In this episode of Inside the Box, Trevor and David discuss Godfrey Reggio's The Qatsi Trilogy, featuring the films Koyaanisqatsi (1983), Powaqqatsi (1988), and Naqoyqatsi (2002).

Inside the Box – Episode 17 – The Qatsi Trilogy

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 135 – Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s Eight Hours Don’t Make a Day

Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 56: Ishirō Honda’s Kaiju Cinema – Part One

David and guests share their thoughts on this sensational, scandalous landmark film from 1972 that still stirs up strong reactions today.

Criterion Reflections – Episode 134 – Bernardo Bertolucci’s Last Tango in Paris

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 133 – Bob Rafelson’s The King of Marvin Gardens

In this episode of Inside the Box, Trevor and David discuss The Infernal Affairs Trilogy.

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