I've recently begun buying these DVDs.
They're expensive as all hell and finding many of the more obscure films is one heck of an undertaking.
However, the quality of the remasterings and the bonus content which far outdoes that of any regular studio release is entirely worth the $30-40 usually charged for each individual movie.
They also come with awesome cover art, inside cover art, disc art, and inset art, well, the whole damn package usually just looks good.
I've gotten quite a little collection so far.
My two most recent purchases are -
Jingoku - http://www.criterion.com/films/797
Brazil - http://www.criterion.com/films/211
Both of which are fantastic films, Jingoku especially surprised me, I'm not really one for Japanese horror (it rehashes itself far too often for my tastes), but the cinematography and helpings of surrealism really made it stand out and deliver a profound experience.
Does anyone else have an interest in collecting Criterion Collection DVDs? I'm looking for some good recommendations available in their catalog, it's difficult to make up your mind on what looks the best for your next viewing.
They're expensive as all hell and finding many of the more obscure films is one heck of an undertaking.
However, the quality of the remasterings and the bonus content which far outdoes that of any regular studio release is entirely worth the $30-40 usually charged for each individual movie.
They also come with awesome cover art, inside cover art, disc art, and inset art, well, the whole damn package usually just looks good.
I've gotten quite a little collection so far.
My two most recent purchases are -
Jingoku - http://www.criterion.com/films/797
Brazil - http://www.criterion.com/films/211
Both of which are fantastic films, Jingoku especially surprised me, I'm not really one for Japanese horror (it rehashes itself far too often for my tastes), but the cinematography and helpings of surrealism really made it stand out and deliver a profound experience.
Does anyone else have an interest in collecting Criterion Collection DVDs? I'm looking for some good recommendations available in their catalog, it's difficult to make up your mind on what looks the best for your next viewing.