The Criterion Collection

[jshaide]

Dreams getting a disc does not mean a Kurosawa set won't be released/announced, whatever. Virgin Spring was released on blu-ray a mere two days before the Bergman set was announced.

Now, I don't think they'll be an AK set this year, but I'm just saying that the announcement doesn't wash away hope for those that do.

[Yami]

This is a terrific set of announcements; that Widerberg set is dreamy and long overdue. It's serendipitous that it's coming not long after Radiance reintroduced his work to the market with their terrific release of The Man on the Roof. Hopefully even more is forthcoming.

[Yami]

I'm not sure where all the talk about a Kurosawa set originated. They obviously did an AK100 set back in the day but, as far as I can see, there's been no evidence that another is being worked on. You'd have to think that if there is a comprehensive director-focused Japanese set being worked on then a more likely candidate would be Ozu, considering (a) they've only released 5 on Blu-Ray (b) at least 2 of those, including Tokyo Story, have had even newer restrations (c) the licensor would clearly play along, seeing as Carlotta already did one in France and the BFI are working on a set for the UK and (d) Shochiku are doing a big push for Ozu's 120th anniversary, which will include " New York’s Film Forum hosting ‘OZU 120,’ a three-week Ozu retrospective, including all of the director’s extant titles, June 9-29 [...] supported by the Japan Foundation in partnership with Janus Films and the Criterion Collection"

[Protozoid]

I'm that weirdo whose favorite Kurosawa film is Dreams, and I never got around the buying the Blu-Ray version, so I'm actually pretty pleased with this announcement!

[fdm]

Originally Posted by Bates_Motel

And? Ive seen plenty where humans of it and there are still mistakes. But $1.50 a minute isn't a "ton" of money for human translation, but way to ignore that part because there is no excuse then.

So you think I did?

[fdm]

Originally Posted by Purplenoon

The Widerberg set is a welcome surprise. I remember how hard it was to get tickets to see EM in NYC when it came out in '67 (Paris theater?), and how stunning it looked on the big screen. I searched for years for a decent dvd and when I finally watched it a couple of years ago it seemed flat and dated. A good bluray treatment should really help. Widerberg deserves to be seen. Nice going Criterion.

EM looked really good on their channel, to me anyway. (First time I'd seen it.)

[CelestialAgent]

Originally Posted by GG88

No I don’t think it would necessarily be saved, there were Bergman releases in the lead up to the big box. The Virgin Spring, Scenes of a Marriage, Sawdust & Tinsel, Shame, the Magic Flute & the Bergman trilogy were all released individually in the lead up and aftermath of the Bergman box.

Also Varda with One Sings!

[koberulz]

Originally Posted by GG88

Dersu Uzala recently got a blu-ray in Australia and was rumoured to be with Criterion.

The Imprint is from a master that's barely Blu-ray quality.

[NeilZ]

Originally Posted by Yami

I'm not sure where all the talk about a Kurosawa set originated. They obviously did an AK100 set back in the day but, as far as I can see, there's been no evidence that another is being worked on. You'd have to think that if there is a comprehensive director-focused Japanese set being worked on then a more likely candidate would be Ozu, considering (a) they've only released 5 on Blu-Ray (b) at least 2 of those, including Tokyo Story, have had even newer restrations (c) the licensor would clearly play along, seeing as Carlotta already did one in France and the BFI are working on a set for the UK and (d) Shochiku are doing a big push for Ozu's 120th anniversary, which will include " New York’s Film Forum hosting ‘OZU 120,’ a three-week Ozu retrospective, including all of the director’s extant titles, June 9-29 [...] supported by the Japan Foundation in partnership with Janus Films and the Criterion Collection"

I agree Ozu makes sense for this year but just wanted to point out that Kurosawa also only has a limited amount of films in the Criterion collection upgraded to blu ray at the moment at best half, all of which other than Dreams have new scans.

[NeilZ]

Originally Posted by jshaide

Dreams getting a disc does not mean a Kurosawa set won't be released/announced, whatever. Virgin Spring was released on blu-ray a mere two days before the Bergman set was announced.

Now, I don't think they'll be an AK set this year, but I'm just saying that the announcement doesn't wash away hope for those that do.

I agree I don’t think it disqualifies the box set in any way. If anniversaries matter maybe we’ll get it for Kurosawa’s 115th anniversary in 2025.

[Cremildo]

Janus has acquired the rights to Black God, White Devil, which has been restored in 4K.

Can we please get a standalone release for this one instead of it being relegated to a WCP boxset? It's arguably the most well-known Brazilian classic among cinephiles.

[NeoNical]

Originally Posted by Cremildo

Janus has acquired the rights to Black God, White Devil, which has been restored in 4K.

About time I give this one a watch. I have a very ugly copy of this film, but it's been high on my priority. watchlist.

[Scottie]

Janus also has the rights to Baldwin's ****** (1968).

https://www.janusfilms.com/films/2121

[El Sleezo]

I mean I've complained about Criterion before, but I really don't think they're sitting on a 16K of Red Beard just to epic troll us for reddit updoots.

I would love for them to release it, but if they haven't released a Kurosawa in almost 10 years, I think they're just not able to. I know this is an ironic post, as I specifically asked for Red Beard this century, but we have now all been privy to the depths of Toho's licensing.

[SpiderBaby]

Originally Posted by Cremildo

Janus has acquired the rights to Black God, White Devil, which has been restored in 4K.

Can we please get a standalone release for this one instead of it being relegated to a WCP boxset? It's arguably the most well-known Brazilian classic among cinephiles.

Never thought I'd see the day.

Thought Kino was to release his Brazilian films though? Either way, stoked.

[jw007]

Well, I see a lot of people are quite pleased with these announcements, especially a Kurosawa release in 4K (despite it having a solid blu-ray already). But this is no time for criticism. A lighter month than the last, but still a decent month (especially with the New Swedish Cinema box set).

[Jexes23]

Originally Posted by jw007

Well, I see a lot of people are quite pleased with these announcements, especially a Kurosawa release in 4K (despite it having a solid blu-ray already). But this is no time for criticism. A lighter month than the last, but still a decent month (especially with the New Swedish Cinema box set).

Did we really need this twice?

[El Sleezo]

Originally Posted by Jexes23

Did we really need this twice?

A gorgeous movie by one of the GOATs in 4K? Waste of a spot; I wanted Jellyfish Eyes 2.

[Jexes23]

Originally Posted by El Sleezo

A gorgeous movie by one of the GOATs in 4K? Waste of a spot; I wanted Jellyfish Eyes 2.

No, I’m not talking about Criterion upgrading existing films to 4K. I already said a few days back my biggest want is Barry Lyndon in 4K. I like the practice.

I’m referring to the above poster posting the exact same comment on two different places on the website, the announcement thread on the front page followed by copied and pasted and posted in this thread yet again. Completely unnecessary.

[El Sleezo]

Originally Posted by Jexes23

No, I’m not talking about Criterion upgrading existing films to 4K. I already said a few days back my biggest want is Barry Lyndon in 4K. I like the practice.

I’m referring to the above poster posting the exact same comment on two different places on the website, the announcement thread on the front page followed by copied and pasted and posted in this thread yet again. Completely unnecessary.

Ah, in that case I might somewhat agree, and I apologize for the snide.