The Criterion Chat #28 - The Rock
The Halloween scares are not over! It's Michael Bay! In the Criterion Collection!!
Nov 01, 2018•47 min
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Oct 05, 2018•35 sec
The Criterion Chat #27 - The Last Temptation of Christ
In this episode, Nate and Matt wrestle over Martin Scorsese's "The Last Temptation of Christ." Controversy? Yes, and as punishment God takes away the hosts' ability to speak, especially at the very very end.
Sep 07, 2018•1 hr 9 min
The Criterion Chat #26 - The Thin Red Line
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Terrence Malick's 1998 masterwork "The Thin Red Line." All things shining. (The creators of this podcast recommend that it be played loud.)
Aug 04, 2018•1 hr 9 min
The Criterion Chat #25 - Through A Glass Darkly
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Ingmar Bergman's 1961 film "Through a Glass Darkly." Catholic guilt meets Lutheran guilt. And Ingmar Bergman is 100! And I didn't bake a cake! I feel guilty.
Jul 07, 2018•1 hr 2 min
The Criterion Chat #24 - Pickpocket
Nate. Matt. Bresson. Pickpocket. Hands. Existentialism. Discuss.
Jun 01, 2018•1 hr 3 min
The Criterion Chat #23 - The Lure
In this episode, Nate and Matt dive into the dark twisted world of Agnieszka Smoczyńska's debut 2015 feature "The Lure." Music, mermaids, gore, and a cover that is nearly NSFW, oh my!
May 05, 2018•57 min
The Criterion Chat #22 - Red Beard
In this episode, Nate and Matt check into Kurosawa's cinematic clinic "Red Beard," released in 1965. Your doctor may be well-versed in the martial arts, so be careful.
Apr 06, 2018•1 hr 2 min
The Criterion Chat #21 - Hoop Dreams
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss the 1994 documentary "Hoop Dreams," directed by Steve James. Also, unbeknownst to both of them, Matt conceded that Nate was right to categorize "True Lies" as a classic in their Christmas Wish List episode. Will Matt ever admit to being wrong? Dream on.
Mar 02, 2018•57 min
The Criterion Chat #20 - White Material
In this episode, Nate and Matt sort through Claire Denis' "White Material," and its similar-in-every-way prequel "Blood Diamond." Come for the former, stay for the latter.
Feb 02, 2018•51 min
The Criterion Chat #19 - Carlos
In this episode, Nate and Matt confront the revolution that is Olivier Assayas' sprawling 2010 biopic "Carlos." And you thought "Blade Runner 2049" was long, Ridley. Give us a review on iTunes. There, I said it.
Jan 06, 2018•59 min
The Criterion Chat #18 - Christmas Wish List #2
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss their annual Christmas Criterion Wish List, where they each pick one classic and one contemporary film they would like to see inducted into the Criterion Collection. We know Criterion awaits this episode with bated breath, and they should. Matt recorded this from inside an oil barrel.
Dec 01, 2017•58 min
The Criterion Chat #17 - Bottle Rocket
In this episode, Nate and Matt launch into Wes Anderson's first feature, "Bottle Rocket." That's inappropriate! That's inexcusable! That, I don't forgive! What were you thinking? What were you thinking!?
Nov 03, 2017•54 min
The Criterion Chat #16 - The Phantom Carriage
In this episode, Nate and Matt chat about Victor Sjöström's 1921 silent "horror" film "The Phantom Carriage." If marriage is your idea of horror, here's your film.
Oct 07, 2017•56 min
The Criterion Chat #15 - Mishima: A Life In Four Chapters
In this episode, Nate and Matt examine Paul Schrader's creative and ambitious 1985 biopic "Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters." Matt is tired in this one. No joke.
Sep 02, 2017•59 min
The Criterion Chat #14 - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
“Button Benjamin of Case Curious The” film 2008 Fincher’s David discuss Matt and Nate, episode this in. The film makes the same amount of sense.
Aug 04, 2017•1 hr 1 min
The Criterion Chat #13 - La Promesse
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss the Dardenne brothers' breakthrough 1996 film, "La Promesse."
Jul 07, 2017•54 min
The Criterion Chat #12 - The Third Man
Two dots, surprisingly still moving, search for Carol Reed's "The Third Man," released in 1949.
Jun 02, 2017•1 hr
The Criterion Chat #11 - Odd Man Out
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Carol Reed's 1947 film "Odd Man Out." If your cab driver's name is "Gin Jimmy," walk home.
May 05, 2017•56 min
The Criterion Chat #10 - Samurai Spy
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Masahiro Shinoda's "Samurai Spy," released in 1965. A samurai cold war. Pro tip: To scare your enemies, try to appear larger by extending your arms.
Apr 07, 2017•57 min
The Criterion Chat #9 - Ashes and Diamonds
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss the 1958 Polish classic "Ashes and Diamonds." RIP Andrzej Wajda.
Mar 03, 2017•51 min
The Criterion Chat #8 - The Last Emperor
In this episode, Nate and Matt examine Bernardo Bertolucci's 1987 epic "The Last Emperor." Can an entomologist comment on the accuracy of the ending?
Feb 03, 2017•56 min
The Criterion Chat #7 - Code Unknown
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Jan 06, 2017•47 min
The Criterion Chat #6 - Christmas Wish List & Filmstruck
In this episode, Nate and Matt each select one classic and one contemporary film they would like to see inducted into the Criterion Collection. Something different for their 7 listeners. Oh, they also talk about the new streaming service Filmstruck.
Dec 02, 2016•1 hr 5 min
The Criterion Chat #5 - Murmur of the Heart
The elephant in the room. You'll find out. Whether you like it or not. Nate and Matt reminisce over Louis Malle's semi-autobiographical 1971 film "Murmur of the Heart."
Nov 05, 2016•1 hr
The Criterion Chat #4 - In the Mood for Love
In this episode, Nate and Matt face the truth that each of them would prefer to deny. Yes, I'm referring to their preferences in neckties and handbags. They also discuss Wong Kar-Wai's 2000 film "In the Mood for Love."
Oct 07, 2016•1 hr
The Criterion Chat #3 - The Silence of the Lambs
In this episode, Nate and Matt dissect the 1991 Best Picture winner "The Silence of the Lambs," directed by Jonathan Demme. Cut yourself a nice big slice of FBI cake and head down to the basement. You thought I was going to mention fava beans and chianti, didn't you?
Sep 02, 2016•1 hr 3 min
The Criterion Chat #2 - Phoenix
In episode two of The Criterion Chat, Nate and Matt face off over the 2014 German film "Phoenix," directed by Christian Petzold.
Aug 05, 2016•50 min
The Criterion Chat #1 - The Passion of Joan of Arc
In the premiere episode of The Criterion Chat, Nate and Matt examine Carl Theodor Dreyer's landmark 1928 silent film "The Passion of Joan of Arc" and its place in the Criterion Collection.
Jun 29, 2016•50 min
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