My Criterion Blu-Ray Collection 2019 (Pt. 1)

[@RichardJMoirFilm]

I'm so unbelievably jealous. I don't have one Criterion let alone this many! Love the videos though and the amazing collection.

[@MovieChatter01]

Richard J Moir ah, grab some inn the upcoming sale if you're interested in starting a Criterion Collection. They're way too expensive off sale. Thank you so much for watching and the kind words. I really appreciate it. 😀👋👋✌️

[@haunted_hallwayz]

Such a solid collection of films. Nice presentation as well!

[@MovieChatter01]

TMONEY86 thank you and thanks so much for watching. I really do appreciate it. 😀

[@leebaker9300]

We only get a couple of these in the UK. Shame. I might have to invest in a multi-region player someday. Awesome collection. They look incredible, don't they - the picture, the packaging. Well worth the extra cash.

[@MovieChatter01]

Absolutely. And the 50% off sale is coming up in July at Barnes & Noble. I invested in a region-free player last year and it was so worth it. I'm a big fan of Eureka and those tend to be Region B locked. I'm happy I took the plunge and it wasn't expensive. About $150 on Amazon for a nice Samsung that works great. Good luck whatever you decide. 😃

[@inezsson]

I think the reason I love your videos so much is because I learn so much from you. You have the coolest stuff.

[@MovieChatter01]

Mike Hatfill ah, you're very kind. I'm so happy you enjoy the videos. I try to mix things up so people aren't getting bored so I really do appreciate the feedback. Thank you so much for being here. 😀👋👋✌️

[@nightcreature7271]

I love your taste in movies...very cool

[@MovieChatter01]

Oh, thank you so much. I really appreciate you watching and the very kind words. 😀👋

[@iExcaliburWorld]

I’m just starting my collection 2 weeks ago and I have 16 titles on the shelf at the moment. Picked up 8 titles this criterion 50% flash sale! Love your collection and it’s good to see what I can pick up next based on your collection haha.

[@leoinsf]

I absolutely worship Criterion, but I am mortified that they do not take their library and automatically upgrade them to blu-ray. I also hate that they allow their library to become unavailable like "La Strada" and "Nights in Cabiria", two of my favorite films.

[@tonysarkis80]

This Zatoichi Box is amazing!

[@MovieChatter01]

Tony Sarkis yes it is. I love the artwork and the book that comes with it. The films are also great. I'm hoping they're still selling the box set. I know they had the collection available in a standard type case but I have seen some of the original sets still floating around. Thank you for watching. 👍👍

[@maciek8159]

Great choices! I only have 9 criterions but i'll be picking up 12 of them soon once tax season hits!

[@NoirFan84]

Our Criterion Collection selection in the UK is limited but I do own around 25 titles. Most of what is available on Criterion I can alternatively get on the Masters Of Cinema & BFI etc., labels over here anyway so it's no biggy. I just bought Studio Canals lovely Jean Pierre Melville boxset which will arrive from Amazon today. I've thought about upgrading to an All Regions BluRay player mind because there are a few titles on Criterion US that I love & want in my collection like Blow Up, Days Of Heaven, Sundays & Cybele, Asphalt Jungle etc., but they aren't available on Region B.

[@MovieChatter01]

Carl Rees That's funny you mention the region-free player because I just bought one for my living room so I could watch Masters of Cinema and more Arrow titles. I got a really inexpensive one from Amazon- it's a Samsung that was about $149 USD. The only thing is, they don't come with instructions on how to flip between regions. I googled it and all you do is open the tray, put in the movie and press 1 for A, 2 for B, etc. It's really been worth it to be able to buy what I want without having to search for the right region. Thanks so much for watching. 😀👋👋✌️

[@3abood2003]

You deserve a gold plaque from criterion!

[@declanfoster1608]

As shocking as it is this is a relatively small collection

[@isaacrobison1040]

Have you seen the lady vanishes?

[@MovieChatter01]

I have. I'm a big Alfred Hitchcock fan so I watch as many of his films as I can. I really enjoyed The Lady Vanishes. It was actually far better than I ever expected. Highly recommend it to anyone who is a fan. Or anyone who wants to check out early Hitchcock. 👋👋

[@isaacrobison1040]

You should a review on your criterion segment. I would love to hear more of you're thoughts?

[@solo.32]

Hi! Where u got the black shelves? they’re nice!

[@rimbaud65]

You surely got a nice collection there, with all those Criterions. Which is why I was somewhat sursprised that you haven't picked up the first one, Grand Illusion by Renoir. It should be an easy pickup if you like good movies.

[@MovieChatter01]

Hey there. I actually do have that but on DVD- Criterion hasn't issued a Blu-ray of that one yet. This video was just about my Blu-ray Criterions. 😀 Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it. Have a great day!! 👍👍

[@rimbaud65]

@@MovieChatter01 I see, Steph, I found your channel an hour ago so I guess I just thought that was all the Criterions you had in that collection. Keep up the good work! It's always interesting to see other peoples collections. Also, I might say that I am over here in Europe, I'm Swedish, the land of Ingmar/Ingrid Bergman, so it's a global reach you've made of course, showing your fine collection here.

[@MovieChatter01]

rimbaud65 oh wow- that is quite a reach. I'm glad you found the channel and I hope you're enjoying it. I cover all genres so if you have anything you're interested in hearing about, I'm always open to suggestions. Welcome. 😀👍

[@quantumparadox2518]

Holy moly this is a crazy impressive collection. You have some serious money invested.

[@MovieChatter01]

Thank you. Fortunately, July happens to be my birthday month so I always ask for Barnes & Noble gift cards to offset the expense. I try to only buy during the sales. Thanks so much for watching. 😀👋✌️

[@stevenhoughton7145]

Great collection criteon always do great releases love dazed and confused Mathew mcoungly brilliant

[@MovieChatter01]

Steven Houghton yes they do. I'm just grateful the sales are only twice a year with the occasional flash sale or I'd be broke. 😂😂😂 Thank you so much for watching the video. I really appreciate it. 👍👍

[@luissalas177]

La haine is one of my favs

[@MovieChatter01]

Luis Salas I just grabbed that one and I can't wait to watch it. I've heard nothing but great things. Thank you so much for watching. 😀👋👋✌️

[@RiderRated18]

Super impressive Stephanie, I’ve got a lot of catching up to do with Criterion Collection 👍💿

[@MovieChatter01]

X24RIDER thanks, Ben. As with all collecting, it just takes time. Criterions especially because they're so expensive if you don't catch the sales. It's taken me years to build up my collection. I've gotten so many great suggestions from viewers, which has really been helpful. Thanks so much for watching. 😀✌️✌️

[@mariogiresi6792]

It’s not on Blu ray yet but it’s a Criterion dvd called Equinox. It’s the inspiration for The Evil Dead and The Blair Witch Project. A well made horror/sci-fi classic.

[@MovieChatter01]

Mario Giresi thanks for that. I'll definitely keep an eye out for it. Thanks so much for watching. 😀✌️

[@blu-rayswithnathanjones]

Loved this Steph! Thank you so much for such a great collection (I need to add a few now: Blob, Sisters, Jules and Jim, etc.) :p Also thank you for the shoutout for La Haine! Hope you like it! You are doing great work, see you on the second part...

[@MovieChatter01]

Nathan Jones thank you, my friend and always my pleasure to give the shout-out. You keep my shopping list fresh. 😂😂😂 Thank you so much for watching and keeping me going. Hope all is well with you. 👋👋👋✌️

[@prayerposition1]

Some great titles in there! Awesome collection.

[@MovieChatter01]

prayerposition1 thank you and thank you so much for watching. 😀👋👋✌️

[@tfpp1]

So, I've pretty much bookmarked your collection videos JUST so I can go through them slowly and make a list of what I'd like to see or purchase. LOL

[@maplestreetmovies]

Also! What are your thoughts on Bergman's Magician? I considered buying that one too but ultimately decided to hold off on it.

[@MovieChatter01]

I haven't watched that one yet. I'm picking my way through my Bergman titles because I opted to buy the individual titles instead of the giant boxset. I really enjoyed Autumn Sonota and Wild Strawberries the best so far. I'll let you know when I watch The Magician. Thanks for watching and happy hunting!! 😀👋✌️

[@maplestreetmovies]

@@MovieChatter01 Thank you! I've seen Wild Strawberries and loved that one!

[@niconline2834]

Where are the black shelves from

[@jnagarya519]

It is nothing like "Woodstock" "vibe". Monterey Pop: Jimi Hendrix arrived as a rumor, left as a LEGEND. Nothing like "Woodstock".

[@MovieChatter01]

I understand what you're saying but there are so many people watching that have no idea about Monterey so telling them to reference Woodstock is something they understand. Whatever gets them interested is fine by me. There's actually a stand-alone Blu-ray about Jimi Hendrix at Monterey that I have on order that can help better explain the significance to people who aren't familiar. Which I'll be sharing when it gets here later in December. Everything comes full circle, eventually.

[@jnagarya519]

@@MovieChatter01 "Monterey" and "Woodstock" were nothing alike. The first was controlled by higher-ups in the music business; the second was a one-off idea by people outside the music business. On the latter see Ang Lee's "Taking Woodstock". There are also extras on the full multi-disc Criterion release of "Monterey Pop" which provide details about the organizers (among them John Philips of the "Mamas and Papas"; he was a long-time producer -- insider -- in the business, not an outsider). Associating the two "because" others are unaware of "Monterey" is like recommending that people who've never heard "The Beatles" listen to "Tomorrow Never Knows" or "I Am the Walrus" (Or even "Revolution Number Nine"): context is everything when it comes to understanding what "The Beatles" were doing with those; out of context those are more likely to be off-putting than informative. (The way to "get" "The Beatles" is to listen to their recordings in order of release -- including their playing with background vocals. "Get" their humor and one can reach to grasping those records, and "You Know My Name (Look Up the Number)".

[@thenerdypunk143]

Great video! I only have one Criterion currently in my collection and I never know where to start with picking some up. Really cool to see your collection and learn about some of the films. We actually have that Blind Samurai boxset at the library where I work, really beautiful artwork. I may have to pick up some Criterions during the sale this year. Take care. -Mark

[@MovieChatter01]

Thank you. If you ever want some input or suggestions, please feel free to ask. Also, Criterion does have a streaming service. I'm not sure of the monthly cost but even if you tried it for a month or two it might help you decide what titles, if any, you enjoy. That way you wouldn't have to invest in owning things you find out you don't care to watch again. Hope this helps some and thank you so much for watching. 😀👋✌️

[@knowwhere6446]

Hey! I'm a pretty new criterion collector and I'm already addicted, love your video! I was just wondering is there a reason why you keep your steelbooks in a protective wrapping but not your criterion blu rays?

[@MovieChatter01]

Hi and I'm happy you're enjoying the videos. I keep the Steelbooks in bags only to keep them from getting scratched on the shelves. Some people bag everything to avoid dust but my movie room isn't a high traffic area so dust in the movies isn't an issue. Hope this helps and thanks for watching. 😃👋👋

[@bobjjjjj]

Great collection, some of my favorite films in there and some I still need to check out.

[@MovieChatter01]

Paddy Moran thank you. Isn't that the way with Criterion? The more you watch, the more you realize you need to watch?? 😂😂 It's a black hole for me, in the best way. Getting involved with the Criterion Collection just really expanded my love of film and has exposed me to films I'd have otherwise not seen. Thanks so much for watching. 😀👋👋✌️

[@DungeonStudio]

Glad you got and liked M. And ironically I just picked up and watched I Saw The Devil, which I enjoyed as well. But what a contrast between the two when you mention M. And I'll definitely be picking up Shoah come next sale. Nice half of the collection you got so far. :-)

[@MovieChatter01]

DungeonStudio I can't believe M slipped by me for so long. It was on my list and I kept thinking, next time, next time. 😂😂 I'm glad I finally grabbed it. I Saw The Devil is a brutal film but what a concept. I enjoyed the thinking behind it and part of the reason I enjoy Japanese and Korean films is that they aren't as restricted as American films, in my opinion. Shoah is excellent and also, emotionally draining. It's good that they break it down into bite-size episodes because by the time one is over, you're done. I highly recommend it but yes, definitely wait for the sale. Thanks so much for watching. I really do appreciate it. 😀👋👋✌️

[@CrossifyOfficial]

I loved Naked by Mike Leigh. Its one of the best movies ive seen i love ingmar bergmans work and Michael Haneke. Funny games Blew me Away. My birthday is in july which is great because im obsessed with collecting criterions i have 9 but im trying to get a collection Your videos are great keep up the good work

[@MovieChatter01]

Same here- July birthday and that = gift cards. I actually save gift cards back from Christmas just for the July sale. I usually end up skipping the November sale or just picking up a few titles. Funny Games is amazing. I could watch it again and again. Thanks for watching and enjoy whatever you pick up. 😀👋✌️

[@martinez112820]

Love this type of videos!! Lovely collection, what movies are you planning to pick up this coming sale?

[@MovieChatter01]

Lupita me too. I love watching collection vids. So far, my list is rather short but I'm sure by July it will be more than full. I'm looking at: 1984, Blue Velvet, Shame, The Taste of Green Tea Over Rice, and Blow Up. I'm always open to suggestions though. Thanks so much for watching. 😀👍👍✌️

[@Rumanasmovieblog]

Great collection. Wow you have so many movie's. Sounds like a great sale. Here show you my friendship always. You are awesome.

[@MovieChatter01]

Rumana's Movie Blog ah, thank you so much my friend. I really appreciate you being here and always showing support. You're the best. 😀👋👋✌️

[@NipoteZia]

Hi, Steph: Another great video. You've mentioned SHOAH in at least three videos, I think. One of these days I'll have a chance to watch. What is The Red Shoes about? Looked Wizard-of-Oz-ish. :) Good Morning is intriguing to me as is Eyes Without A Face, which I remember you recommending in a precous video. The Ice Storm is one I saw a lifetime ago that has been on my list to see again. I just remember loving it. There was one scene which I thought was brilliant ... I think it involved a Nixon mask. So many more, but I look forward to hearing your next reviews. I've seen many great films as per your recommendation. REMEMBER, which is still on Netflix, was so good I watched it twice. Thanks for all of the work you do!! So appreciated.

[@MovieChatter01]

NipoteZia hello, my friend. Ugh how I wish Criterion would include digital copies with the releases but they don't. There are so many wonderful films in the collection. I can't stand the cover of The Red Shoes but I loved the movie. To sum it up- the lead is a ballerina who is under the training of a demanding mentor. He requires 100% commitment to dance and nothing else. It's fine until she finds love... That's what I can say without ruining it. Excellent film though. Eyes Without A Face is great- super dark and creepy with a perfect ending. I hope you can find it on a streaming service. Shoah was one that left me drained. And yes, I do mention it frequently especially around sale time because it's so expensive otherwise. Thanks so much for watching, I always love reading your comments. 😀❤️👋👋👍

[@derrickburton1]

You should snag The Great Beauty at the sale! I think you’d enjoy it, and I’d love to hear a review from you on it.

[@MovieChatter01]

Derrick Burton oh, nice. I'll definitely put it on my sale list. I love the July sale because it's my birthday month so I get lots of Barnes & Noble gift cards. I'm starting my list as we speak. And I'll mark that as a title for review. Thanks so much for watching and the suggestion. 😀👋👋✌️

[@derrickburton1]

That’s great!! It is my birthday month as well. I should ask for some B&N gift cards as well! Haha Awesome!! I think you’d really enjoy it. I have bought so many Criterions this past year and really need to start watching them all!

[@kiilproduksjon]

Nice Collection! I seen most of your videos. I see you have an amazing criterion Collection. But you dont have any Big Sleeves? I Think thats the best format. I just got the best release so far. Hora. It comes in a Big sleeve and you can display it like a Record or open it and have it as a kalander. Just love it. Also the jurassic Park Big sleeve is cool. I was just disapointet with the artwork inside in that one. Do you have any Limited Edition Arrow releases?

[@MovieChatter01]

Hi and thank you. I don't know what Big Sleeves are. I'm not sure we have that in the States here. Do you mean Laser Discs?? I don't have those because I wasn't into collecting media when those we're all the rage. I have quite a few Arrow Limited Editions. Actually, I'll be doing my Arrow update video this week because I have some review titles and new limited editions to share. Thanks for watching. 😀👍

[@kiilproduksjon]

@@MovieChatter01 Cool! No Disney had a release of Big Sleeve some years ago. Most of the Marvel movies and some Disney classic came out. Back to the future and Jurassic Park Trilogy. And many more. They have Been dead for 2 years now but this year some horror films will be released. I just got my first. I can send you a video for it

[@kiilproduksjon]

Nice looking forward to your Arrow release

[@jnagarya519]

He didd some hilarous "drug"-inspired comics during the late 1960s. One of his characters was "Mr. Natural".

[@MovieChatter01]

Drug inspired comics are usually great fun when they come from the right person. I know Ingmar Bergman said he wrote the bulk of the movie, Persona, while high on morphine. It helped explain why pretty much anyone I've talked to, including myself, loves it but has no idea where he was going with it. 😂😂😂 Creativity comes from the most interesting places.

[@jnagarya519]

@@MovieChatter01 I believe it was the poet Archibald McLeish who said that a poem was never written out of a glass of ice water.

[@jnagarya519]

I should have been more clear on this: R. Crumb did such comics. They also had bizarre perspective, which made "sense": if a cartoon character, such as "Mr. Natural," were walking toward the "reader"/"viewer" of the comic, the feet would be foregrounded -- big -- and the rest of the body, leaning backward into the picture, increasingly small, with the head the smallest. Paul Giamatti made a film -- "American Splendor" -- also "about" R. Crumb.

[@darwinia55]

The Zatoichi Blind Sawordsman? Really? And by the way, he's not a samurai.

[@maplestreetmovies]

Hey Stephanie! Finally getting around to this video. I just went Criterion shopping myself and I was tempted to buy Beauty and the Beast but for some reason I passed on it. Have you seen that one? What were your thoughts?

[@MovieChatter01]

Hi Nate. I don't think it's a"must have"unless of course you're a huge fan. I bought it on a recommendation and it's ok, nothing that blew me away. I liked it more than the Disney version but I'm not a huge Disney person. I know, probably not a very helpful answer but that's the best I can explain it. I'm glad I have it but it's not one on the top of my list to buy again, if that makes sense. Thanks for watching.😀👍✌️👋

[@maplestreetmovies]

@@MovieChatter01 Helps a lot thank you!!

[@danielelupo621]

How do you organize the order in shelf? alphabetical?

[@MovieChatter01]

Daniele Lupo I had it alphabetical but then people were telling me that it HAD to be by Spine #. So, I changed it and now I can't find anything. 😂😂😂 I'm currently changing it back to A-Z. That's just how my brain works best. 🤷🏼‍♀️🤷🏼‍♀️ Thanks for watching. 😀👍

[@praneeth8892]

Good movie collection

[@MovieChatter01]

Thanks. It's definitely a work in progress. Thanks so much for watching. 😀👍👍

[@francisco_suffers660]

Review the films by Jacques Tati

[@griffredux9966]

Great collection of films!! I have a good amount of these, though a few I have the Arrow versions~ when I could get them on sale to save some $ :)

[@MovieChatter01]

Griff Redux thanks! Yes, I totally agree about waiting for the sales. Both Arrow and Criterion have awesome releases but you'd go broke paying full price all the time. The sales are well worth waiting for. Thank you so much for watching. 😀👋👋✌️

[@tyleryates8508]

Nice!

[@MovieChatter01]

Tyler Yates thank you and thanks so much for watching. 😀👍👍

[@geddyleesquire]

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[@luissalas177]

Finally!!!

[@MovieChatter01]

Luis Salas 😀 yep and plenty more to come. Thanks for being here. 👋👍✌️

[@francisco_suffers660]

Review the films by Jacques Tati