Made for the Criterion Channel

A series about the movies that shape us—and the people we share them with.

What does it take to create a great performance? Isaac Butler, author of “The Method: How the Twentieth Century Learned to Act,” sits down with today’s most celebrated actors to explore the craft behind unforgettable characters.

Hear directly from the filmmakers shaping contemporary cinema as they explore the ideas, influences, and creative choices behind their movies.

Looking for a place to start? These short introductions illuminate the artists, movements, and landmark films that changed the way we see the movies.

Explore the independent theaters that make moviegoing a community experience.

A fifty-episode journey into the art of filmmaking, hosted by “Film Art: An Introduction” authors David Bordwell, Kristin Thompson, and Jeff Smith. Whether you’re a lifelong cinephile or curious about how movies work, each episode has something new to show you.