The Criterion Chat #87 - Harakiri
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Masaki Kobayashi's samurai classic "Harakiri", released in 1962.
Nov 28, 2023•49 min
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The Criterion Chat #86 - Z
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Costa-Gavras' influential political thriller "Z", released in 1969.
Oct 27, 2023•47 min
The Criterion Chat #85 - Infernal Affairs
In this episode, Nate and Matt face a podcast identity crisis during a discussion on "Infernal Affairs", directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak, released in 2002. Or maybe it's a discussion on "The Departed", directed by Martin Scorsese, released in 2006.
Sep 29, 2023•51 min
The Criterion Chat #84 - Thelma & Louise
In this episode, Nate and Matt drive through the dusty minefield that is Ridley Scott's "Thelma & Louise", released in 1991.
Aug 25, 2023•56 min
The Criterion Chat #83 - Armageddon
GET THE BOOK! GET THE BOOK! GET THE BOOK! To be clear, we hope for a quick resolution to the strikes and stand for our hard-working writers and actors getting paid fairly. Unless, of course, the writers plan on turning out drivel like "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds", which inexplicably is going to have a musical episode or some nonsense. Some people may be concerned that more scripts like "Armageddon" are on the way. Huh, well.....perhaps STUDIOS MUST NEVER CAPITULATE. Otherwise, in the wise wor...
Jul 28, 2023•59 min
The Criterion Chat #82 - The Kid Brother
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss the silent hijinks of "The Kid Brother", starring Harold Lloyd and released in 1927.
Jun 30, 2023•48 min
The Criterion Chat #81 - This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Lemohang Jeremiah Mosese's "This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection", released in 2019.
Jun 02, 2023•44 min
The Criterion Chat #80 - The Magician
In this episode, Nate and Matt pull back the curtain on Ingmar Bergman's 1958 film "The Magician".
Apr 28, 2023•54 min
The Criterion Chat #79 - Days of Being Wild
In this episode, Nate and Matt reminisce about Wong Kar-Wai's nostalgic "Days of Being Wild", released in 1990.
Apr 14, 2023•55 min
The Criterion Chat #78 - Following
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Christopher Nolan's 1998 debut no-budget feature "Following".
Feb 24, 2023•46 min
The Criterion Chat #77 - Cure
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Kiyoshi Kurosawa's shocking 1997 film "Cure". The real shock? Matt actually likes a Horror film.
Jan 27, 2023•55 min
The Criterion Chat #76 - Christmas Wish List #7
In this annual special, Nate, Matt, and special guest Bryan share their classic and contemporary film picks for future inclusion in The Criterion Collection.
Dec 23, 2022•59 min
The Criterion Chat #75 - Leon Morin, Priest
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Jean-Pierre Melville's 1961 drama "Leon Morin, Priest".
Nov 30, 2022•53 min
The Criterion Chat #74 - The Celebration
In this episode, Nate and Matt dig out their old MiniDV cams and discuss Thomas Vinterberg's 1998 Dogme 95 feature "The Celebration".
Oct 30, 2022•57 min
The Criterion Chat #73 - Heaven's Gate
Nate and Matt turn the smoke machines on full blast for Michael Cimino's studio-imploding opus "Heaven's Gate", released in 1980.
Sep 30, 2022•1 hr 1 min
The Criterion Chat #72 - Raging Bull
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Martin Scorsese's classic 1980 knockout "Raging Bull".
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 14 min
The Criterion Chat #71 - Secret Honor
In this episode, Nate and Matt pour the scotch and adjust the microphone as they discuss Robert Altman's 1984 film "Secret Honor." Roberto, just erase all this.
Jul 29, 2022•51 min
The Criterion Chat #70 - The Parallax View
Happy 4th! Let's get paranoid! Nate and Matt conspire to discuss Alan J. Pakula's 1974 thriller "The Parallax View".
Jul 01, 2022•49 min
The Criterion Chat #69 - The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Luis Buñuel's critical darling "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie", released in 1972.
Jun 10, 2022•44 min
The Criterion Chat #68 - The Great Beauty
In this episode, Nate and Matt ponder Paolo Sorrentino's 2013 Oscar winner "The Great Beauty".
Apr 29, 2022•56 min
The Criterion Chat #67 - Hobson's Choice
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss master director David Lean's 1954 comedic romp "Hobson's Choice". And you thought you could choose whether or not to listen...
Mar 31, 2022•46 min
The Criterion Chat #66 - The Moment of Truth
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss the brutal, baffling bullfighting film "The Moment of Truth," directed by Francesco Rosi.
Feb 25, 2022•45 min
The Criterion Chat #65 - The Leopard
In this episode, Nate and Matt survey the splendor of Sicily in Luchino Visconti's introspective 1963 epic "The Leopard."
Jan 28, 2022•59 min
The Criterion Chat #64 - Christmas Wish List #6
In this annual episode, Nate and Matt are joined by special guest and friend Bryan to discuss their classic and contemporary film picks for inclusion in the Criterion Collection.
Dec 22, 2021•53 min
The Criterion Chat #63 - Youth of the Beast
In this episode, Nate and Matt decipher the indecipherable yakuza film "Youth of the Beast", directed by Seijun Suzuki and released in 1963.
Nov 19, 2021•44 min
The Criterion Chat #62 - Mulholland Dr.
This is the episode.
Oct 01, 2021•56 min
The Criterion Chat #61 - Barry Lyndon
One May Enjoy This Episode, Hosted by Nate and Matt, Regarding an Account by Stanley Kubrick of the Misfortunes and Disasters Which Befell Barry Lyndon, Released in 1975.
Aug 31, 2021•1 hr
The Criterion Chat #60 - Diabolique
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Henri-Georges Clouzot's classic 1955 thriller "Diabolique."
Jul 30, 2021•51 min
The Criterion Chat #59 - The Manchurian Candidate
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss John Frankenheimer's influential political thriller "The Manchurian Candidate," released in 1962. It's the kindest, bravest, warmest podcast I've ever known.
Jul 02, 2021•48 min
The Criterion Chat #58 - The Royal Tenenbaums
In this episode, Nate and Matt discuss Wes Anderson's 2001 classic "The Royal Tenenbaums." How interesting! How bizarre!
May 28, 2021•59 min
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