A film lover herself, Isabelle Huppert has often been drawn to roles because of directors, seeking out masters with impressive filmographies while also initiating collaborations with newcomers in whom she recognizes a spark.
Surveying the films of Derek Jarman in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to the singular artist, activist, and visionary queer voice.
The "Childhood films" of Abbas Kiarostami highlight his work with non-professionals even when treading on more mature themes, always with the playful, exploratory spirit of youth.
Dig into Criterion's '80s horror collection! A natural continuation of the shift that began with 1978's Halloween, the new decade brought audiences ordinary humans from ordinary places who had an extraordinary ability to stick around until the next sequel.
Surveying the films of Myrna Loy in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to the actress, from The Thin Man to Libeled Lady to Whipsaw.
Tampopo is a perfect summation of Juzo Itami's vibe for its dark, almost cruel humour surrounding a sweet central relationship. "Japan is a culture where if you want something to eat, or you want to have sex, or whatever, you just do it," the director once said.
That Shelf takes a look at Criterion's tribute to Delphine Seyrig, celebrating the ninetieth anniversary of her birth and marking the thirtieth anniversary of her death.
From Morocco to Kiss and Make-Up, Criterion Channel's Pre-Code Paramount collection features some surprising violence and hanky panky with Marlene Dietrich and Mae West at their best.
Surveying the films in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to Harry Belafonte, including Carmen Jones, Island in the Sun, and Beat Street.
Surveying the films in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to the 1992 Sundance Film Festival, including Brother's Keeper and In the Soup.
Surveying the film's in Criterion Channel's collection of Fox Noirs, including Laura, Nightmare Alley, Panic in the Streets, and Niagara.
To hear Jia Zhangke's cinema described is to brace yourself for dry, dull lectures on the state of the world today, but to watch his work is to discover worlds as fascinating as anything the George Lucases of the industry can imagine.
Surveying the films of Deborah Kerr in Criterion Channel's playlist devoted to the screen icon.
From The Crowd to Margaret, a look at the good apples and bad apples in Criterion Channel's New York Stories collection.
Surveying the films of one of Hollywood's greatest directors, John Huston, in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to his work, including The Dead, Moby Dick, The African Queen, and Key Largo.
