Podcasts – CriterionCast
286 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 165 ratingsA podcast for fans of the Criterion Collection.
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Criterion Reflections – Episode 145 – Larry Cohen’s Black Caesar
April 27, 2024 15:48 - 55.1 MBDavid, Richard, and James continue their conversation about Black cinema of 1973, focusing on a Blaxploitation classic featuring a funky James Brown soundtrack and charismatic Fred Williamson in the title role.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 144 – Mel Stuart’s Wattstax
April 06, 2024 13:40 - 87.7 MBDavid is joined by Richard Doyle and first-time guest James Merritt to talk about this engaging concert/documentary featuring Isaac Hayes, Richard Pryor, The Staples Singers, and an all-star cast of Black musical artists that performed at the LA Coliseum in August 1972.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 143 – Fernando Di Leo’s The Boss
March 08, 2024 22:48 - 34.7 MBDavid is joined by Richard Doyle as they dive into the mafia-infused milieu of Italian poliziotteschi cinema via this trilogy-concluding whirlwind of mayhem, betrayal, and revenge.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 142 – Luchino Visconti’s Ludwig
February 07, 2024 01:19 - 90.7 MBDavid provides a video overview of Visconti's maligned late career masterwork and extends his coverage in a conversation with Brad McDermott
Criterion Reflections – Episode 141 – Roberto Rossellini’s The Age of the Medici
January 16, 2024 13:22 - 14.5 MBDavid 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 – Intro to Season 5: 1973
January 13, 2024 21:07A brief video introducing the newest phase of my long-running project to review every Criterion film in chronological order of original theatrical release!
Episode 215 – Criterion Collection Favorites of 2023
January 01, 2024 16:28 - 145 MBThis year's panel (David, Jordan, Josh, Brad, and Aaron) resumes our annual tradition of sharing their favorite 2023 releases from the Criterion Collection.
Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 60: Ishirō Honda’s Kaiju Cinema – Part Three
December 31, 2023 00:38 - 58 MBCritic 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 Reflections – Episode 140 – Costa-Gavras’ State of Siege
December 02, 2023 21:35 - 56.8 MBWe wrap up Season 4: 1972 by discussing a film portraying the grinding conflicts and ruthless power plays between oppressive governments and desperate insurgencies.
Inside the Box – Episode 18 – The Complete Jean Vigo
November 18, 2023 00:46 - 93.5 MBIn 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).
Criterion Reflections – Episode 139 – Ingmar Bergman’s Cries and Whispers
October 21, 2023 11:00 - 89.4 MBDavid and guests discuss the strengths and liabilities of Bergman's remarkable comeback to arthouse preeminence in this Oscar-winning symphony of suffering.
Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 59: The Films of Carlos Saura – Part 3
October 06, 2023 01:37 - 51.6 MBFriend-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 Reflections – Episode 138 – Melvin Van Peebles’ Don’t Play Us Cheap
September 22, 2023 11:14 - 92.5 MBDavid 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 137 – Hanzo the Razor
August 31, 2023 01:00 - 69.8 MBWe 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 Channel Surfing, Episode 58: Ishirō Honda’s Kaiju Cinema – Part Two
July 30, 2023 23:44 - 46.1 MBCritic 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 57: The Films of Carlos Saura – Part 2
July 21, 2023 02:13 - 46 MBFriend-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 Reflections – Episode 136 – Brian De Palma’s Sisters
June 27, 2023 11:20 - 100 MBDavid dissects Brian De Palma's breakout thriller with Richard Doyle and first-time guest Robert Baum.
Inside the Box – Episode 17 – The Qatsi Trilogy
June 22, 2023 03:33 - 92.1 MBIn 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).
Criterion Reflections – Episode 135 – Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s Eight Hours Don’t Make a Day
April 25, 2023 12:12 - 121 MBDavid 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 Channel Surfing, Episode 56: Ishirō Honda’s Kaiju Cinema – Part One
March 30, 2023 01:10 - 58.2 MBCritic 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 Reflections – Episode 134 – Bernardo Bertolucci’s Last Tango in Paris
March 25, 2023 20:15 - 123 MBDavid and guests share their thoughts on this sensational, scandalous landmark film from 1972 that still stirs up strong reactions today.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 133 – Bob Rafelson’s The King of Marvin Gardens
March 04, 2023 16:03 - 48.2 MBDavid is joined by Richard Doyle to discuss the final feature film in Criterion's America Lost and Found: The BBS Story box set.
Inside the Box – Episode 16 – The Infernal Affairs Trilogy
March 03, 2023 01:43 - 83.3 MBIn this episode of Inside the Box, Trevor and David discuss The Infernal Affairs Trilogy.
Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 55: The Films of Carlos Saura – Part 1
February 28, 2023 03:24 - 53.9 MBFriend-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.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 132 – Éric Rohmer’s Love in the Afternoon
February 22, 2023 16:40 - 49.9 MBDavid is joined by Matthew Gasteier to talk about the final installment of Rohmer's film series Six Moral Tales.
A Conversation with Cyberexboyfriend
February 18, 2023 18:30 - 39.1 MBDavid Blakeslee interviews internet creator Cyberexboyfriend to talk about the Criterion Collection and its influence on the culture and canon of cinema.
Criterion Now – Episode 148 – Criterion 2022 Top 3, Sight & Sound, February and March 2023 Announcements
January 31, 2023 22:47 - 113 MBWe are pleased to have Dave Eves back on the show. We talk best of 2022, February and March announcements, and the Sight & Sound list.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 131 – Luis Buñuel’s The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie
January 19, 2023 14:00 - 97.9 MBDavid is joined by Derek Power, Travis Trudell, Brad McDermott and Dave Eves in a series of 1:1 chats about Bunuel's magnificent and delectable chef d'oeuvre from late in his career.
Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 54: January 2023 New Releases
January 10, 2023 18:59 - 30.8 MBCriterion Channel Surfing is back from hiatus with its first episode of 2023! Friend-of-the-show Michael Hutchins joins our host, Josh Hornbeck, for a conversation about the Criterion Channel’s new additions for January 2023.
Episode 214 – Criterion Collection Favorites of 2022
January 01, 2023 22:00 - 141 MBDavid Blakeslee, Jordan Essoe, Josh Hornbeck and Aaron West talk about their top picks among the films published by the Criterion Collection over the past year.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 130 – Martin Ritt’s Sounder
December 04, 2022 03:10 - 79.8 MBThis adaptation of a youth fiction classic earned 4 Oscar nominations, popular acclaim and some critical backlash. We discuss all that, and also share our reactions to the new Sight and Sound list.
Inside the Box – Episode 15 – 3 Films by Roberto Rossellini Starring Ingrid Bergman
November 23, 2022 23:03 - 111 MBIn this episode of Inside the Box, Trevor and David discuss 3 Films by Roberto Rossellini Starring Ingrid Bergman, featuring the films Stromboli, Europe '51, and Journey to Italy.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 129 – Shintaro Katsu’s Zatoichi in Desperation
November 19, 2022 20:11 - 53.9 MBThe 24th film in the series finds the Blind Swordsman venturing down the bleakest and most nihilistic pathways. Zatoichi gets no darker than this!
Criterion Reflections – Episode 128 – Wes Craven’s The Last House on the Left
November 09, 2022 12:35 - 62.7 MBWe discuss this infamous and polarizing film in which Krug and company commit sex crimes of the century that inevitably lead them to a brutal night of vengeance.
Criterion Now – Episode 147 – August 2022 Through January 2023 Criterion Releases
November 02, 2022 18:47 - 120 MBNow that we're back, we had some catching up to do. This week Drew Morton joined to go back through all of the months that we missed during hiatus -- August 2022 through January 2023.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 127 – William Crain’s Blacula
October 27, 2022 13:00 - 51.6 MBDavid is joined by Aaron West from Criterion Now to discuss this blaxploitation/horror mash-up from July 1972.
American Murderer – An Interview with Director Matthew Gentile
October 21, 2022 12:00 - 55.6 MBDavid Blakeslee interviews Matthew Gentile, director and writer of AMERICAN MURDERER, a new true-crime drama now in theaters and soon available via streaming on demand.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 126 – Late July 1972
October 14, 2022 12:00 - 72.7 MBFilms discussed include GREASER'S PALACE, CIAO! MANHATTAN and BONE - all streaming on the Criterion Channel.
Criterion Now – Episode 146 – A Conversation with Sean Baker and Shih-Ching Tsou
October 12, 2022 22:27 - 96.1 MBFilmmaker Sean Baker and his co-director for Take Out and frequent collaborator Shih-Ching Tsou join to discuss Take Out, Criterion, and other topics.
Criterion Now – Episode 145 – We’re Back!
October 01, 2022 17:10 - 71.9 MBJill and Aaron are now officially back from hiatus and ready to resume the show. This is us getting warmed up.
Inside the Box – Episode 14 – A Whit Stillman Trilogy
September 26, 2022 22:27 - 108 MBIn this episode of Inside the Box, Trevor and David discuss A Whit Stillman Trilogy, featuring the films Metropolitan, Barcelona, and The Last Days of Disco.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 125 – Pier Paolo Pasolini’s The Canterbury Tales
September 12, 2022 11:36 - 73.9 MBDavid and guests discuss the middle installment of Pasolinin's Trilogy of Life, an adaptation of the bawdiest chapters in Geoffrey Chaucer's classic medieval text.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 124 – Ronald Neame’s The Poseidon Adventure
August 14, 2022 11:46 - 52.6 MBDavid and guests take a deep dive into this massively successful and influential disaster-movie blockbuster that established genre standards for the decades that followed.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 123 – James Ivory’s Savages
August 09, 2022 16:22 - 66.3 MBDaisuke Beppu, Robert Taylor and Richard Doyle join David to discuss this strange diversion from the usual form that made Merchant Ivory Productions an Oscar-winning powerhouse in 80s and 90s cinema.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 122 – Alan Gibson’s Dracula A.D. 1972
June 30, 2022 12:20 - 53.6 MBWe discuss a late entry in Hammer Films' Dracula series at a time when the beloved studio's reign of terror perilously approached the breaking dawn of a new era in cinematic horror.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 121 – Rainer Werner Fassbinder’s The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
June 22, 2022 11:59 - 85.9 MBDavid and guests discuss Fassbinder's emotionally intense and visually compelling chamber piece, exquisitely crafted and impeccably performed, a superb artistic achievement for everyone involved.
Criterion Reflections – Episode 120 – Larry Hagman’s Beware! The Blob
May 20, 2022 12:00 - 47.1 MBDavid and guests discuss this mixed bag of schlock comedy, drippy sci-fi, goopy horror and vintage early 70s kitsch. Don't say we didn't warn you!
Criterion Reflections – Episode 119 – Gordon Parks’ Shaft’s Big Score!
May 11, 2022 11:54 - 52.7 MBDavid and guests talk about the second installment in the SHAFT franchise and also discuss TOP OF THE HEAP, both currently featured in the Criterion Channel's "Beyond Blaxploitation" bundle.
Criterion Now – Episode 144 – July 2022 Announcements, David Lynch, Truffaut
May 09, 2022 21:54 - 80.7 MBJill and Aaron get into June announcements, a lot of David Lynch news, and speculate about François Truffaut.
Criterion Channel Surfing, Episode 53: The Permanent Streaming Library
May 02, 2022 23:55 - 50.7 MBJosh is joined by friend-of-the-show Michael Hutchins for a conversation about the Criterion Channel’s permanent streaming library.