DEEP DIVE INTO THE CRITERION COLLECTION!! (Let's Talk Criterion) | Shelf Media Society #4

In Episode 4 of Shelf Media Society, James is joined by long-time supporter and boutique media expert Let’s Talk Criterion for a deep dive into the world of physical media collecting. From VHS rentals and the early DVD days to Blu-ray, 4K, and Criterion Collection obsession, the pair explore how collecting films has evolved over the decades.The conversation covers Criterion’s history and transformation, discovering world cinema through boutique labels, importing rare releases, slipcover culture, A24 collector editions, and the passion behind preserving cinema physically. They also discuss YouTube content creation, the work behind film review channels, and how physical media opens the door to discovering directors and films you may never otherwise watch.Along the way, they talk David Lean classics, favourite Criterion releases, collecting habits, and why physical media still matters in 2026. A must-listen episode for film lovers, collectors, and anyone passionate about cinema. 📀🎙️ 📀 Check out Lets Talk Criterion ➡️ YouTube • https://www.youtube.com/@UCPflmTMMnovLtAdl-v9nyUA ➡️ Instagram • https://www.instagram.com/lets_talk_criterion/ ➡️ SUBSCRIBE to Shelf Media Society • https://www.youtube.com/@ShelfMediaSociety ➡️ TikTok • https://www.tiktok.com/shelfmediasociety ➡️ Instagram • https://www.instagram.com/shelfmediasociety ➡️ Apple Podcasts • https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/shelf-media-society/id1896234434 ➡️ Spotify • https://open.spotify.com/show/7dCQrhlhQVBaIaUttNh6h3🔻 Keys Of Moon - Silhouette of War is under a YouTube Free license. https://www.youtube.com/c/keysofmoonmusic Music powered by BreakingCopyright: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lzofxb1vATw 🔎 Find more music here: https://breakingcopyright.com 🔺