Criterion Now – Episode 150 – Imogen Sara Smith, October 2024 Announcements, Modern French Film

Description: Imogen Sara Smith joins for our special episode 150, which we recorded without interruptions. We talk about a number of subjects including the thrill and rarity of seeing a repertory nitrate screening. She talks about her craft process, and how she approaches writing about film. We talk about modern French film and specifically how Celine Sciamma has pushed the boundaries of telling a visual story. We talk about the 2024 October Criterion announcements, including the Val Lewton set which features an Imogen interview. Finally, Imogen weighs in our Jill and Aaron’s choices for the upcoming #Noirvember Blogathon. Thanks Imogen for helping us celebrate this milestone episode! Links: Criterion Now – Episode 150 – Video Film Noir Foundation Maine Media – Imogen Sara Smith Criterion Collection – Imogen Sara Smith – Rohmer’s Tales of the Four Seasons Follow Us: Cinejourneys – Website | YouTube Channel | Discord Server Jill Blake – BlueSky Aaron West – Letterboxd