The Criterion Collection

[billzfan]

Damn Criterion is gonna make me broke.

Picked up:

Harakiri
12 Angry Men
Medium Cool
Videodrome
Summer Interlude
On The Waterfront

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by billzfan

Damn Criterion is gonna make me broke.

Picked up:

Harakiri
12 Angry Men
Medium Cool
Videodrome
Summer Interlude
On The Waterfront

Beautiful! My favorite Samurai film, hands down

[lastemp3ror]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Beautiful! My favorite Samurai film, hands down

+1

I have only seen three from the Criterion collection thus far (the other two being Seven Samurai and Gate of Hell) and not only is it my favorite Samurai movie thus far, but I would probably put it one my favorite movies of all time. Soooo good

[The Great Owl]

Originally Posted by afvet89

Anyone pick up Medium Cool yet? Would love to hear opinions on it.Thinking about blind buying it but not sure.

I have a write-up under the User Reviews section of Medium Cool. It's rather long-winded, but the short version is that I loved the movie.

[brandon_260]

Still no sign of La haine, even though it shipped before Mystery Train, which showed up two days ago. Hoping that at least that shows up tomorrow, but I wouldn't be mad if any other titles come as well. Decided to pull the trigger on Belle de Jour and Pierre Etaix, both blind buys. Aside from new releases, I'm done until the next sale.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by lastemp3ror

+1

I have only seen three from the Criterion collection thus far (the other two being Seven Samurai and Gate of Hell) and not only is it my favorite Samurai movie thus far, but I would probably put it one my favorite movies of all time. Soooo good

Some of it is extremely depressing, but its both rewarding and complex. It just burns an impression on your memory and doesnt let go.

I haven't seen Gate of Hell yet, how would you describe it? More Kurosawa or Harakiri?

[afvet89]

Originally Posted by The Great Owl

I have a write-up under the User Reviews section of Medium Cool. It's rather long-winded, but the short version is that I loved the movie.

Great review, very impressive.Thanks for your insight. I too agree that combining the fictional within the framework of a historical documentary is the best way for the viewer to truly understand the time period he is watching. Looking forward to watching it.For some reason, it is not on Hulu Plus.

[lastemp3ror]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Some of it is extremely depressing, but its both rewarding and complex. It just burns an impression on your memory and doesnt let go.

I haven't seen Gate of Hell yet, how would you describe it? More Kurosawa or Harakiri?

If it leans one way, I would say Harakiri. I would say it is more depressing than Harakiri, but the story isn't as complex or rewarding as you put it. I would check it out if I were you.

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Eh, it's okay to dislike 2001, I guess

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All my orders shipped

I don't dislike 2001 lol.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by lastemp3ror

If it leans one way, I would say Harakiri. I would say it is more depressing than Harakiri, but the story isn't as complex or rewarding as you put it. I would check it out if I were you.

Do it's a more melodramatic than resonant? I would still probably dig it. In sure it will be worth the $15 I paid for it. Those cheaper titles frequently overshadow the big releases for me

Originally Posted by iScottie

I don't dislike 2001 lol.

...or Social Network.

I hope you give it another shot.

[lastemp3ror]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

Do it's a more melodramatic than resonant? I would still probably dig it. In sure it will be worth the $15 I paid for it. Those cheaper titles frequently overshadow the big releases for me

It isn't as resonant as Harakiri. But I would say it's story impacted me.

[SammyJankis]

I can see someone disliking The Social Network. I'm certainly not as jazzed about it as I once was, and I wouldn't label it as one of the top films of the 21st century. But that's just me. I still think it's up there with Fincher's best, with Zodiac being his absolute best.

I need that B&N sale to happen. Want so many titles.

[tama]

Well I think I'm done for now with the BB/Amazon sell. Was able to pick up:

The Following
Band of Outsiders
Dazed and Confused
High and Low
Monsieur Verdoux
The Magician
Videodrome

[UNCMT9]

No one has mentioned The Killing. I'm thinking about picking this one up.

[Abdrewes]

Originally Posted by UNCMT9

No one has mentioned The Killing. I'm thinking about picking this one up.

2 movies for the price of one

[lastemp3ror]

Originally Posted by UNCMT9

No one has mentioned The Killing. I'm thinking about picking this one up.

I watched it and liked it a lot. I would of bought it if I didn't buy 133243432 other Criterion's

[Scottie]

Originally Posted by UNCMT9

No one has mentioned The Killing. I'm thinking about picking this one up.

One of the best film-noirs out there, easily. Not to mention, it's one of my favorite Kubrick's .

[UNCMT9]

I guess I'll spend more money then!

[lastemp3ror]

Originally Posted by Abdrewes

2 movies for the price of one

Wha? Are there really two movies in the packing for The Killing?

[starman15317]

I ordered Badlands and M from Best Buy.com. Badlands showed up today; M hasn't shipped yet.

Originally Posted by lastemp3ror

Wha? Are there really two movies in the packing for The Killing?

Killer's Kiss is one of the special features.