The Criterion Collection

[Doctor Jack]

Lolita is the only other WB title I could see being licensed out. Maybe Eyes wide Shut. 2001, The Shining, Clockwork, and Full Metal I don’t see happening unfortunately.

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

I thought the same a few years ago then they released On the Waterfront.

Yes, but On the Waterfront had existed for years without a Blu-ray release. Criterion also has/had a good relationship with Sony/Columbia, so licensing wasn't too much of a problem.

Criterion's relationship with Warner Bros. has improved over the years and has demonstrated the studio's willingness to re-release films with existing Blu-ray releases, such as Barry Lyndon (another Kubrick film) and The New World. However, 2001: A Space Odyssey is a big catalog title for the studio and parting ways with it would be like parting with their other big Kubrick films like A Clockwork Orange or The Shining or their other big catalog titles, such as Casablanca or The Wizard of Oz.

Of course I want to be wrong, but given the film's 50th anniversary this year, I have a hard time believing WB won't try to capitalize off a 4K UHD release.

[Nightman04]

Originally Posted by billy pilgrim

You need to get approval? Wow, sorry brother.

Well to be fair, currently, there are some predicaments that are causing that.

I lost my Blu-ray collection in a fire in October. While I had renters insurance, my movies were not covered. However, I’ll be using a small chunk of our insurance money to build my collection back up (of course, I already have collection 2.0 going thanks to so many amazing, generous people on this site ). So when you’re getting ready to drop as much money as I am, with insurance money no less, and your about to get married, Id say the fiances approval is kinda of necessary.

[The Sovereign]

Originally Posted by Doctor Jack

Lolita is the only other WB title I could see being licensed out. Maybe Eyes wide Shut.

I'd love to see Criterion wind up with all of Kubrick's films but those are the two I'd bet on. Still, if WB doesn't do an anniversary edition of 2001 this year, who knows.

[KyleW]

Anyone else here seen Dillinger is Dead? Just watched it on FilmStruck it’s so weird not because weird stuff happens more so because basically nothing happens


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[bradnoyes]

Originally Posted by KyleW

Anyone else here seen Dillinger is Dead? Just watched it on FilmStruck it’s so weird not because weird stuff happens more so because basically nothing happens

My favorite kind of movie. I'll put it on my wishlist.

[mja345]

Originally Posted by KyleW

Anyone else here seen Dillinger is Dead? Just watched it on FilmStruck it’s so weird not because weird stuff happens more so because basically nothing happens


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I'm a huge fan. Total mindf**k of a movie. Check out Marco Ferreri's "La Grande Bouffe" as well, which is a real favorite of mine.

[lemonski]

Originally Posted by iScottie

Criterion's relationship with Warner Bros. has improved over the years and has demonstrated the studio's willingness to re-release films with existing Blu-ray releases, such as Barry Lyndon (another Kubrick film) and The New World. However, 2001: A Space Odyssey is a big catalog title for the studio and parting ways with it would be like parting with their other big Kubrick films like A Clockwork Orange or The Shining or their other big catalog titles, such as Casablanca or The Wizard of Oz.

Of course I want to be wrong, but given the film's 50th anniversary this year, I have a hard time believing WB won't try to capitalize off a 4K UHD release.

if they got it, Criterion would have to jump into 4K. I doubt a 2K release of 2001 would make many people happy.

[AaronJ]

Originally Posted by Nightman04

When I get the approval from the Fiance, I hope to go A LOT nuts.

[nitin]

Originally Posted by koberulz

That's definitely my plan for now, at least, but that does preclude watching it.

Wait for a B&N or wowhd sale, I am in oz too and that's basically the only time I buy Criterions.

[jedidarrick]

Originally Posted by ShellOilJunior

Has it changed enough that Warner Bros. would license 2001: A Space Odyssey to Criterion?

Probably. A Clockwork Orange is rumored to be released by Criterion, since there's a 4k restoration collecting dust somewhere in the WB lot, and since I read that the deluxe Blu-ray for Clockwork is OOP.

[Tin Drum]

Originally Posted by KyleW

Anyone else here seen Dillinger is Dead? Just watched it on FilmStruck it’s so weird not because weird stuff happens more so because basically nothing happens


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I love the film and Michel Piccoli is outstanding as he usually is. I also have no qualms about this being a dvd only title because the A/V is sensational (although I would not bypass buying a blu version if available).

Michel Piccoli films from the late 60s through 70s are sorely missing on blu in any region.

[ShellOilJunior]

I think anything is possible as home video will eventually be a niche market for collectors, imo.

As far as studio prestige goes, Casablanca is WB's flagship movie and untouchable. 2001 is in a tier below it and while the chances it gets licensed are likely <50%, it's still possible, imo.

[KyleW]

Originally Posted by Tin Drum

I love the film and Michel Piccoli is outstanding as he usually is. I also have no qualms about this being a dvd only title because the A/V is sensational (although I would not bypass buying a blu version if available).

Michel Piccoli films from the late 60s through 70s are sorely missing on blu in any region.

Yeah I liked the movie I just was surprised how simple it was but yes Michael Piccoli was great in it.


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[Hoke Moseley]

Originally Posted by Tin Drum

Michel Piccoli films from the late 60s through 70s are sorely missing on blu in any region.

Agreed big time. Would love to see Criterion release The Things of Life and Max and the Junkmen especially. More Claude Sautet is needed as well.

[Scottie]

[MeMynonsense]

Originally Posted by mja345

I'm a huge fan. Total mindf**k of a movie. Check out Marco Ferreri's "La Grande Bouffe" as well, which is a real favorite of mine.

La Grande Bouffe is so brilliantly bonkers, almost works like a Bunuelian take on consumerist capitalism. One of the more depraved food-themed movies but I quite like it.

[malakaheso]

Re: Bergman restorations. Are we finally going to see the full TV cut of Face To Face?

[shadedpain4]

Originally Posted by Banned User

Oh look more releases for one of my favorite directors Clouzot Region B only

https://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=22677

I hope Criterion is actively trying to wrestle these titles back. Makes no sense why SC would rather make no money at all on titles they own rights to in Region A. Love to give StudioCanal a piece of my mind. /endrant

Sorry just had to vent some frustration.

I don't think it works that way. Studio Canal already has the money from Lionsgate to license the catalog. It's Lionsgate who appears to be doing very little to recoup their investment.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by KyleW

Anyone else here seen Dillinger is Dead? Just watched it on FilmStruck it’s so weird not because weird stuff happens more so because basically nothing happens

It probably has the most loaded title ever. I went in expecting a late 60's riff on a Cagney gangster flick and needless to say I was disappointed.

Ferreri was definitely a unique voice, though. Love him or hate him, his two big movies are unforgettable.