Movie Recommendations and Personal Reflections on Cinema

The excitement of revisiting classic films evokes nostalgia and deep emotional connections for movie lovers.

### A Celebrity's Criterion Collection Tour: A Glimpse into Their Favorite Films
* 🎥 A celebrity shares their excitement and nostalgia for the Criterion Collection, expressing how it feels like a **dream come true** to be surrounded by physical media in a time when **video stores are disappearing**.
* 🎞 They discuss various films in the collection, including "**Women Under the Influence**," "**Paris is Burning**," "**Lord of the Flies**," "**The Vanishing**," "**Rashomon**," "**The Killing**," and "**The Rose**."
* 👀 The celebrity praises the cinematography of "Paris is Burning," calling it a "**place and time that will never be captured again**."
* 😱 They describe "The Vanishing" as one of the **scariest movies ever**, noting that it **doesn't go where you expect it to**.
* 🎭 The celebrity expresses admiration for Bette Midler's performance in "The Rose," calling it "**one of my favorite movies**."
* 🌙 They share their love for "Moonstruck," highlighting **Cher's iconic performance** and stating, "**She's always at her peak**."
* 📽 The celebrity discusses the unique storytelling in "Midnight Cowboy," particularly praising a scene where the **TV channels change rapidly to symbolize intimacy**.
* 🎁 As a parting gift, they mention the "Cornetto Trilogy" by Edgar Wright, highlighting **"Shaun of the Dead," "Hot Fuzz," and "The World's End."**

Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum's Closet Picks

Classic and contemporary films on Blu-ray, DVD, and online.

Since 1984, the Criterion Collection, a continuing series of important classic and contemporary films, has been dedicated to gathering the greatest films from around the world and publishing them in editions that offer the highest technical quality and award-winning, original supplements. Over the years, as we moved from laserdisc to DVD, Blu-ray disc, and online streaming, we've seen a lot of things change, but one thing has remained constant: our commitment to publishing the defining moments of cinema for a wider and wider audience.

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Celebrating Influential Films and Their Impact

The speaker expresses excitement about being in a video store, reminiscing about their childhood.

They discuss the powerful performances and impactful endings of films like "Women Under the Influence" and "Paris is Burning.

" The speaker also mentions their father's influence and the significance of quoting movies together.

The Impact of Film on Personal Experience

The speaker is captivated by the artist Kent Williams and the beauty of their work.

They discuss the chilling effect of the movie "The Vanishing" and how it influences their behavior in gas stations.

The speaker shares their love for discovering new films, particularly through the recommendation of a stranger, and expresses admiration for Kubrick's work, especially in "The Killing.

Terry's powerful scene in Grand Central Station is a standout moment.

Bette Midler's soulful performance in a Janice Joplin-esque story is unforgettable.

"Moonstruck" and "Midnight Cowboy" are also favorites, with the latter featuring a memorable scene with a woman and a TV.

The scene transitions between a couple in bed and a TV, with fast-paced channel changes that mirror their actions.

The storytelling technique is praised for its genius and effectiveness.

The speaker expresses a strong emotional connection to the movie "Salon Lou" and its actors, highlighting its impact on them.