Isabel Sandoval’s Closet Picks

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  • Опубліковано 2 тра 2021
  • The multitalented auteur selects a few all-time favorites that reflect her bold cinematic style, as well as a number of movies she’s excited to see for the first time.
    Her picks:
    - THE AGE OF INNOCENCE
    - WOMEN IN LOVE
    - THE CRANES ARE FLYING
    - JOHN CASSAVETES: FIVE FILMS
    - BLACK NARCISSUS
    - THE COMPLETE FILMS OF AGNÈS VARDA
    - QUADROPHENIA
    - DAZED AND CONFUSED
    - MISHIMA: A LIFE IN FOUR CHAPTERS
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  • @jakobsanchez738
    @jakobsanchez738 3 роки тому +114

    This is the clearest the camera and sound mixing have ever been

  • @eugeanne175
    @eugeanne175 3 роки тому +284

    “but if i was ever going to be trapped in a closet again this would be the perfect closet to be in” oh god i love her sfm

    • @psycane8462
      @psycane8462 3 роки тому +3

      She/Her!! :) I love her too! Make sure to check out her first two movies (Senorita and Apparition) on the Criterion Channel and her third film (Lingua Franca) on Netflix!

    • @eugeanne175
      @eugeanne175 3 роки тому +5

      @@psycane8462 omg yes!! just watched her short film Shangri-La a few weeks ago and she's truly a talent. looking forward to watching her feature films!!

    • @cameronkanachki
      @cameronkanachki 3 роки тому +4

      @@chrisprime9601 She’s not, & frankly, no one asked you.

    • @shoWbitz
      @shoWbitz 2 роки тому

      😂

    • @FSVR54
      @FSVR54 2 роки тому

      "she"?
      LOL

  • @Tummis.k
    @Tummis.k 3 роки тому +46

    Thanks for inviting Isabel on, Criterion crew! This was a great episode! Isabel’s idea of blindly picking one of the movies out of all the phenomenal ones that are there was brilliant!

  • @dukeofmars4847
    @dukeofmars4847 2 роки тому +23

    0:13 Age of innocence
    0:33 Woman in love
    0:48 The cranes are flying
    1:08 John Cassavetes five films box set
    1:30 Black narcissus
    1:55 Agnes Varda box set
    2:25 Quadrophenia (blind pick)
    2:38 Mishima life in four chapters and Dazed and confused

  • @JBOczkus
    @JBOczkus 3 роки тому +45

    She's lucky to be seeing Mishima for the first time, incredible set design and imo Schrader's masterpiece.

    • @rickardkaufman3988
      @rickardkaufman3988 2 роки тому +2

      Don't forget the brilliant and iconic score by Philip Glass.

  • @rfbarrington
    @rfbarrington 3 роки тому +28

    Her voice is pure ASMR.

    • @jeshkam
      @jeshkam 3 роки тому +3

      lol really? For me exactly the other way around 😁

  • @JenniOlsonSF
    @JenniOlsonSF 3 роки тому +110

    Wow, what a great set of picks. Definitely the random pick-one-with-your-eyes-closed move should be a new convention of the genre - should be mandatory in all future #CriterionCloset video editions. Thanks Isabel!

    • @natemccullough8922
      @natemccullough8922 3 роки тому +3

      Woah, its Jenni Olson.

    • @mattpiechocki8874
      @mattpiechocki8874 Рік тому +2

      I was going to comment the very same thing! Really fun concept and I think very much in the spirit of the Criterion closet pick series, part of which is exposing yourself to different realms of cinema.

  • @GreigStott
    @GreigStott 3 роки тому +16

    I love that Isabel randomly picked out Quadrophenia, one of my very favourite films, hope you enjoy ✌

  • @Sep-ls1sh
    @Sep-ls1sh 3 роки тому +12

    A perfect blend of old a new. One of the most promising new filmmakers in a collection of some of the greatest older films ever made

  • @triplejazzmusicisall1883
    @triplejazzmusicisall1883 4 місяці тому +1

    The Cranes Are Flying is so beautiful is so many ways. A fantastic Russian film that somehow managed to escape the authorities and even get away with a quip or two about the fervent Russian nationalism and control of the masses during times in which it is set. The symbolism in the film is sublime. Tatiana Samoilova in the lead role fills the screen with her radiance, beauty and infectious enthusiasm. Even when at her lowest ebb she later finds joy and hope. A romantic film, not quite like Ballad of a Soldier although the presentation and visual styles draw some parallels. For those who are fans of the actress, the lesser known but brilliant The Letter Never Sent is a thrill. It was also released on the Criterion Collection. Whilst writing about Russian film's 'Ivan's Childhood' is a must see. Some of the most beautiful kaleidoscopic filming I have ever seen when the boy looks back to his time with his beloved mother, and on the other hand some very gripping, grim scenes will tear at your heart. The way war is portrayed in this film from a child's perspective is very engaging although one could argue Ivan is no child. That was stolen from him. Three Russian films (The Cranes Are Flying, Ballad of a Soldier, and Ivan's Childhood) all set in times of war (which was near constant in the twentieth century) as a trio these movies provide the viewer with some interesting similarities. but more with different angles of focus and messaging. For anyone wishing to try another I would suggest 'The Thief', although not part of the Criterion Collection, it is beautifully shot and although critically acclaimed upon release seems to have dropped off most people's radar.

  • @BringusWingus
    @BringusWingus 3 роки тому +80

    Top 5 most charming closet picks

  • @Onmysheet
    @Onmysheet 3 роки тому +16

    Jeez. The potent prejudice in these comments is baffling. It's 2021!

  • @fstarkb
    @fstarkb 3 роки тому +16

    Probably nobody in Criterion would read this, but I'm crossing my fingers to see Soy Cuba in Blu-ray for later in this year's announcements

    • @saiashwin26
      @saiashwin26 3 роки тому +2

      Didn't Milestone do a blu ray of it last year?

    • @laviadigital
      @laviadigital 3 роки тому

      My friend, you're not the only one.

    • @harley4351
      @harley4351 2 роки тому

      Would be incredible in 4K

  • @nvtrna
    @nvtrna 2 роки тому +6

    Lingua Franca is really good and Isabel is very talented! Looking forward to her future projects ❤

  • @ricardosajor2817
    @ricardosajor2817 2 роки тому +3

    I was so lucky to see Isabel Sandoval's 'Señorita' here in London last night followed by a very special Q&A that followed. It was my first of her films that I have seen and I loved it and feel lucky that I have so many of her films to look forward to. Having recently seen a lot of Wong Kar Wai's films this summer, I was so happy to hear that she loves his work and is influenced by him.

  • @eli_r_q
    @eli_r_q 3 роки тому +9

    I desperately need to see The Cranes are flying! Very good picks!

  • @sabalos
    @sabalos Рік тому +3

    Genuinely several of my favourite movies of all time there. Her Sight & Sound poll was great as well.

  • @PS4everROCKS
    @PS4everROCKS 2 роки тому +9

    Honestly one of the best criterion closet vids! Love your work Isabel!

  • @omarfloresmota6301
    @omarfloresmota6301 3 роки тому +2

    The cranes are flying in a single word would be jawdropping. The camera work its absolutely beautiful.

  • @Silenthilltoo
    @Silenthilltoo 3 роки тому +13

    daisuke beppu deserves to be in that closet

    • @mattmontada8539
      @mattmontada8539 3 роки тому +1

      Very funny that you mention that since he just so happens to have his own makeshift Criterion closet

    • @Tim_Raths
      @Tim_Raths 2 роки тому +3

      He doesn't need to be in the closet since he has everything in there anyway.

  • @gabefranco6572
    @gabefranco6572 3 роки тому +6

    Oh my god she saw a screening of the devils? Luckyyyyy

  • @AestheticOfTheImage
    @AestheticOfTheImage 4 місяці тому +1

    She's an absolute delight!

  • @eloisewright7092
    @eloisewright7092 3 роки тому +13

    Omg that's hilarious Quadrophenia is such a great film (and I'd forgotten the title before this video)

  • @erinescobar8610
    @erinescobar8610 Рік тому +5

    As a trans woman in the film industry- I love you girly!

  • @skippythewonderchicken7511
    @skippythewonderchicken7511 2 роки тому +8

    Isabel is so gorgeous! Her dress is so perfect! Great picks and a great video!

  • @jadonslaughter1839
    @jadonslaughter1839 3 роки тому +2

    Goodness I wish her films prior to Lingua Franca were available on a streaming service

  • @ghostburger2455
    @ghostburger2455 Рік тому +6

    I was watching a lot of videos about movies and was struggling with my feeling that film is often perceived as a more masculine hobby, so I wanted to watch some of these Closet videos to see other women who love the same kind of movies that I do, and as a trans woman, I was so happy when she made that joke at the beginning, that was exactly what I needed rn :)

  • @vnessa33
    @vnessa33 2 роки тому +3

    She is stunning

  • @gnalkhere
    @gnalkhere 3 роки тому +19

    I'd love to see Lingua Franca someday.
    Finally, a more purple LUT

  • @aHarshPundit
    @aHarshPundit 3 роки тому +2

    Mandatory like and comment for the love of Isabel.

  • @PlanetXerox
    @PlanetXerox 3 роки тому +37

    never thought I'd see the day where a Filipina gets into the Criterion closet

    • @michaelleslie5312
      @michaelleslie5312 3 роки тому +2

      Why not?

    • @citizenfour9622
      @citizenfour9622 3 роки тому +3

      *Filipino 🙄

    • @jarx7500
      @jarx7500 2 роки тому +6

      Lav Diaz should be in the closet, hopefully they restore, Evolution, and Batang West Side

    • @PlanetXerox
      @PlanetXerox 2 роки тому +8

      @@citizenfour9622 ahhh, the classic homophobic comment I've been waiting for.

  • @Skimaskkass
    @Skimaskkass 3 роки тому +20

    Great picks. I never heard of her, I really want to watch her films now.

    • @klausweasley
      @klausweasley 3 роки тому +2

      Two of her films are streaming in the Criterion Channel. Her other film is streaming on Netflix (US).

    • @klausweasley
      @klausweasley 3 роки тому +15

      @@chrisprime9601 Trans women are women.

    • @klausweasley
      @klausweasley 3 роки тому +10

      @@chrisprime9601 Yes, she was born male and her chromosomes are male. That’s her body’s biological sex. But her gender, how she feels in heart and mind, is female. Thus she is a transgender female.

    • @malachilewis2424
      @malachilewis2424 3 роки тому +6

      @@chrisprime9601 troll. How many other channels do you have to give yourself likes?

    • @malachilewis2424
      @malachilewis2424 3 роки тому +5

      @@chrisprime9601 I’m not triggered. I’m also not a lefty. Good bye.

  • @aztroboy1450
    @aztroboy1450 3 роки тому +13

    Any chance bringing in any films by Lav Diaz, like Batang West Side and Norte, the End of History for example

  • @lils02317
    @lils02317 2 роки тому +3

    LOVE YOU ISABEL

  • @TheDeadPickle
    @TheDeadPickle 3 роки тому +6

    Quadrophenia, what a great movie to pick at random!

    • @gnalkhere
      @gnalkhere 3 роки тому

      I can still remember the inhuman noises I made at 17 when it dropped into the closet

  • @kylecredo
    @kylecredo 2 роки тому +1

    I will do one of these one day.

  • @AndyStochanskyMusic
    @AndyStochanskyMusic 2 роки тому

    How do I join the film club?

  • @FPOAK
    @FPOAK 3 роки тому +2

    I’d like to see Will Self on here

  • @flamingocupproductions5329
    @flamingocupproductions5329 3 роки тому +2

    real good taste

  • @skyer7530
    @skyer7530 2 роки тому +4

    omg she mentioned The Devils. A film that needs to be in the collection but WB sucks :/ Criterion please bully them into letting you release that masterpiece lol

  • @skooptywooop1030
    @skooptywooop1030 3 роки тому +2

    Unironically...The room belongs in the criterion collection.

  • @giitanjalichiya2116
    @giitanjalichiya2116 3 роки тому +1

    i love you isabel

  • @JohnnyMarvin
    @JohnnyMarvin 3 роки тому +1

    Never judge a film by its cover!

  • @QuinnYouTube
    @QuinnYouTube 2 роки тому +1

    ❤️❤️

  • @shoWbitz
    @shoWbitz 2 роки тому +1

    0:08 😂

  • @bobbybubby7977
    @bobbybubby7977 Рік тому +3

    All you transphobes in the comments need to add Paris is Burning and some Almodovar to your Criterion collection.

  • @malachipeglow6462
    @malachipeglow6462 3 роки тому +4

    Good video

  • @chocolatenification
    @chocolatenification 3 роки тому +21

    She’s beauty, she’s grace.

    • @danayalaytor
      @danayalaytor 3 роки тому +2

      She? He-> She.

    • @matthewjames3637
      @matthewjames3637 3 роки тому +12

      ​@@chrisprime9601 You're spending an unhealthy amount of time worrying about this

    • @chrisprime9601
      @chrisprime9601 3 роки тому +5

      @@matthewjames3637 That's not a retort of the facts though, now is it? That's the language of losers: shame, insults, guilt, need to be right. Show me your science, soy!

    • @Matt-ww3nf
      @Matt-ww3nf 3 роки тому +5

      @@chrisprime9601 So the science is that sex and gender are not the same thing. Here's the WHO's view which is the most widely accepted among academia to my understanding www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/health-determinants/gender/gender-definitions

    • @chrisprime9601
      @chrisprime9601 3 роки тому +3

      @@Matt-ww3nf No, the science is that a man is not a woman. Period. Splitting hairs between "sex" and "gender" is how you people attempt to gaslight the public. What is on display there is a man in a dress, whether you like it or not. Deal with it!

  • @marksmith6387
    @marksmith6387 2 роки тому

    The very 1st time we met I was a icepick until you follow ur ordinance I words are not urs unless you Obadiah, (dats dad oliv&Olivia aka sug&dad)Chad&Aldy&Ethel Lee Lewis their backkkk

  • @davidsanderson5918
    @davidsanderson5918 2 роки тому

    I'm betting she won't have liked Quadrophenia.

  • @Wood_969
    @Wood_969 2 роки тому

    I don’t care about the backstory of the human in this closet what I care about is! TH shelves go down to the floor and how high is the ceiling that is all I want to know otherwise this closet of a few books is not enough.
    M/W

  • @iamanactor282
    @iamanactor282 3 роки тому +17

    Her voice

    • @liamjones-tran6179
      @liamjones-tran6179 3 роки тому +3

      I'm pretty sure it's because she has an accent and is feminizing her voice (or because of HRT that's just her natural voice while speaking English) which usually is very hard to do at the same time.

    • @bessieyuill7888
      @bessieyuill7888 3 роки тому +10

      so cute

    • @PlanetXerox
      @PlanetXerox 3 роки тому +5

      she's Trans and has a thick Filipino accent.

    • @leot6167
      @leot6167 3 роки тому

      @@PlanetXerox her filipino accent is not that noticable

    • @skateordie002
      @skateordie002 3 роки тому +4

      @@liamjones-tran6179 HRT unfortunately doesn't do much for feminizing voices

  • @maxthursday5203
    @maxthursday5203 3 роки тому +2

    69 downvotes.....gotta few more haters than usual lol

  • @warpathh
    @warpathh Рік тому +1

    ugh.

  • @hdvision7944
    @hdvision7944 3 роки тому +11

    First 6 seconds and I already can't watch

  • @penguinegg01
    @penguinegg01 3 роки тому +12

    Transitioned? Really? This is a man in drag.

    • @Meesterlijker
      @Meesterlijker 3 роки тому +33

      What benefits you from saying something awful like that? Other than the fact that I totally disagree.

    • @penguinegg01
      @penguinegg01 3 роки тому +15

      @@Meesterlijker It is impossible to transition from one gender to another, literally impossible. Transitioning is really just cosmetic surgery, if that. Very often it is just a man dressing up as a woman. It is a fantasy and I refuse to buy into it.

    • @Meesterlijker
      @Meesterlijker 3 роки тому +27

      @@penguinegg01 to you it can be fantasy, but to them it's identity. To refuse someone's identity shows a severe lack of compassion. Why wouldn't you let them be who they wish to be?

    • @penguinegg01
      @penguinegg01 3 роки тому +8

      @@Meesterlijker Because it's an illusion and nothing more. Why we should buy into other people's illusion baffles me. Watch this and see what I mean.
      ua-cam.com/video/q0DT1aBHheI/v-deo.html

    • @man.6618
      @man.6618 3 роки тому +7

      and you look like you are melting in your profile picture, but you don't see anyone bitching about that

  • @decem_sagittae
    @decem_sagittae 2 роки тому +2

    She sounds like a guy who is trying to make a woman voice.