Aaron, Mark, Kristina Dijan (Speakeasy) and Ruth Kerr (Silver Screenings) discuss the February 2016 Criterion Collection line-up and then we delve into the Criterion Blogathon, which was an epic experience for all of us. We talk about some of the behind the scenes info, give out prizes, talk about the social media thrills with the #CriterionBlogathon, and give our thanks to all who participated.
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Show notes:
Outline:
0:00 – Intro, Housekeeping
9:20 – News & February Releases
38:40 – Criterion Blogathon
Intro
Kristina – Speakeasy Blog | Twitter
Ruth – Silver Screenings Blog | Twitter
Image of 4 Month, Three Weeks, 2 Days
News
Kristina’s In Cold Blood review
Aaron’s The Apu Trilogy Review
Kitchen Conservations: Gaspar Noé
February 2016 Releases
Criterion Blogathon
Recap, Day One: English Language Films released before 1947
Recap, Day Two: Europe and Mexico
Recap, Day Three: English Language Films, 1947-1980.
Recap, Day Four: Asian Cinema
Recap, Day Five: English Language films, 1981 to present.
Recap, Day Six: Essays and Box Sets.
F For Films – Favorites from the Criterion Blogathon
Grand Prizes:
Research: Cinematic Scribblings
Portrait: Coffee Gone Cold
Originality: Criterion Affection
Humorous: CineMaven’s Essays from the Couch
Where to Find Us:
Mark Hurne: Twitter | Blog | Letterboxd
Aaron West: Twitter | Blog | Letterboxd
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