Criterion Collection

The Criterion Collection is a continuing series of important classic and contemporary films on DVD.  KPL has an ever growing list of these titles which are perfect for serious movie fans and discussion groups. 

View all Criterion Collection titles. 

Before the Rain by Before the Rain
2008
The lives of an orthodox Christian monk, a British photo agent, and a native Macedonian war photographer cross to paint a portrait of ethnic and religious hatred. Bonus features include commentary; interview; music video; essay; and more. (1994)
The Last Emperor by The Last Emperor
2008
An epic that details the life of Pu Yi, crowned at the age of three as the last emperor of China before the Communist reign. Follow him from his childhood to manhood to fugitive to puppet ruler to party proletariat. (1987)
Pierrot Le Fou by Pierrot Le Fou
2008
Offbeat, influential road story about a man and woman on the lam in southern France. (1965)
Mafioso by Mafioso
2008
Auto factory foreman Nino takes his proper, modern wife and two blonde daughters from industrial Milan to antiquated rural Sicily to visit his family and get back in touch with his roots. Nino gets more than he bargained for. Special features included. (1962)
Blast of Silence by Blast of Silence
2008
A professional hitman receives an assignment in Manhattan during the holidays, and has a series of big mistakes after he is recognized. Bonus features include documentary, rare on-set Polaroids, an essay, and more. (1961)
Death of a Cyclist by Death of a Cyclist
2008
A geometry professor and his wealthy married mistress hit a cyclist and flee the scene of the accident, which leads to guilt, blackmail, and infidelity. Bonus features include documentary, booklet, and more. (1955)
The Thief of Bagdad by The Thief of Bagdad
2008
Prince Ahmad joins forces with the thief Abu to win back his royal position from the nefarious Jaffar, as well as the heart of a beautiful princess. Includes a restored digital transfer and many special features. (1940)
The Fire Within by The Fire Within
2008
A self-destructive writer resolves to commit suicide, and spends the next twenty-four hours trying to reconnect with a host of old friends. Includes interviews with director; documentary; booklet; and more. (1963)
The Lovers by The Lovers
2008
A restless wife finds herself wandering from both her husband and her lover to an attractive stranger. Bonus features include interviews with director Louis Malle and actors, an essay, and more. (1958)
The Red Balloon by The Red Balloon
2008
Pascal, a French boy, befriends a red balloon that follows him everywhere. A touching allegory of the magic powers of love and friendship. Newly restored. (1956)