The Criterion Shelf: Pre-Code Divas
Surveying the films in Criterion Channel's Pre-Code Divas collection, including The Divorcee, She Done Him Wrong, Dishonored, and The Cheat.
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The Criterion Shelf: Grindhouse Gothic – Roger Corman Directs Edgar Allan Poe
Revisiting Roger Corman's film adaptations of Edgar Allan Poe stories, including The Raven, Tales of Terror, and The Red Mask of Death.
The Criterion Shelf: AI
Surveying the films in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to artificial intelligence in films like A.I., 2046, and Ghost in the Shell.
Rapper’s Delight: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop with the Criterion Channel
In celebration of hip-hop's 50th anniversary, we're taking a look at the films featured in the Criterion Channel's Hip-Hop series.
The Criterion Shelf: LGBTQ+ Favourites
Surveying the films in Criterion Channels collections Pride Favourites and Masc, devoted to a diverse selection of landmark LGBTQ+ cinema.
The Criterion Shelf: Directed by Seijun Suzuki
Ranking the films of Seijun Suzuki in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to the Japanese action film auteur behind films like Branded to Kill and Gate of Flesh.
The Criterion Shelf: Starring Isabelle Huppert
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.
The Criterion Shelf: Queer Britannia – A Derek Jarman Retrospective
Surveying the films of Derek Jarman in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to the singular artist, activist, and visionary queer voice.
The Criterion Shelf: Abbas Kiarostami鈥檚 Childhood Films
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.
The Criterion Shelf: ’80s Horror
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.
The Criterion Shelf: Starring Myrna Loy
Surveying the films of Myrna Loy in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to the actress, from The Thin Man to Libeled Lady to Whipsaw.
The Criterion Shelf: Directed by Juzo Itami
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.
The Criterion Shelf: Starring Delphine Seyrig
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.
The Criterion Shelf: Pre-Code Paramount
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.
The Criterion Shelf: Starring Harry Belafonte
Surveying the films in Criterion Channel's collection devoted to Harry Belafonte, including Carmen Jones, Island in the Sun, and Beat Street.
