The Criterion Collection
The legendary director—whose latest film, EO, is Poland’s official entry for Best International Feature Film at the 95th Academy Awards—picks a few movies from our closet, including classics by his friends Jan Němec and Andrzej Wajda.
While in New York City for a theatrical run of his 1984 film The Runner, the Iranian filmmaker took a trip into our closet, where he gravitated to ambitious, sprawling works like A Brighter Summer Day and Dekalog.
The director of Bull Durham sings the praises of a few favorite movies, reminisces about an unforgettable encounter with Billy Wilder, and shares a piece of filmmaking wisdom.
The director of Orlando highlights movies that made her realize there’s nothing better to be than a filmmaker.
The comedian, actor, and podcaster picks up a couple of classic westerns, a favorite movie that has long eluded his comprehension, and a John Waters film he considers “one of the only weapons against fascism we have.”
The beloved Hong Kong filmmaker has influenced a generation of cinematic sensualists with his wistfully romantic dramas and lush, nostalgia-soaked aesthetics.
The members of the beloved rock band take turns spotlighting movies that have a special meaning for them.
The genre-obsessed British director celebrates cult classics that have made a deep impression on him.
The Emmy-winning actor tells us his perverse choice for “the best date movie on earth” and talks about a film recommended to him by Seth Meyers.
A wunderkind who ultimately became an industry pariah, this legendary actor and director developed innovative approaches to cinematic style that made him a model of creative freedom.