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Streamers Unveil May's Best Arthouse & Office Romances
8 May
Summary
- May slate features classic office romances like 'The Apartment'.
- Classic films are paired with their 1980s remakes for comparison.
- Tribute to Caribbean Activist Cinema includes 'West Indies' masterpiece.
The Criterion Channel's May lineup features a steamy collection of classic office romances, including "The Apartment" and "His Girl Friday." This series explores the evolution of the genre, showcasing pivotal films that defined workplace relationships on screen.
The platform also presents a unique package comparing classic films with their 1980s remakes. Notable pairings include "The Postman Always Rings Twice" (1946) with its 1981 counterpart and "The Thing" with its original 1951 version.
A significant highlight is "You Don't Get Freedom, You Take Freedom," a tribute to Caribbean Activist Cinema from 1978-1975. This series, guest-curated by Jonathan Ali, features Med Hondo's "West Indies: The Fugitive Slaves of Liberty."
Additional new arthouse films available include Lav Diaz's "Magellan" and Thierry Frémaux's "Lumière, Le Cinema!, Le Cinema!," providing a comprehensive look at cinema history, arriving just in time for the Cannes Film Festival.
