A prominent player in the movie conservation sector is planning to venture into the realm of anime, marking an innovative shift that promises to showcase iconic anime films and potentially restore some of the medium’s finest works. Although this move might not be the exact wish many fans have longed for, it’s a significant stride that may pave the way for more anime series and movies to become part of the esteemed Criterion Collection in the future.
According to the official account of what was once Twitter (now known as Criterion), the schedule for August 2025 has been unveiled, featuring some thrilling restorations including “Trainspotting” and Martin Scorsese’s World Cinema Project. However, the most captivating announcement is the introduction of a new segment on the Criterion Channel focused on anime – an unexpected move for Criterion, given their previous focus on other media. The news has sparked widespread enthusiasm, trending across various platforms. The lineup of anime films set to appear on the channel this month has been disclosed, and the selections are nothing short of perfect.
Criterion’s Anime Section Is a Gamechanger
This month’s lineup features four diverse films that cater to different tastes. Kicking things off is “Ghost in the Shell,” a groundbreaking sci-fi classic from Mamoru Oshii and Production I.G, followed by the high-octane, action-packed “Redline,” directed by Takeshi Koike. The lineup also includes Satoshi Kon’s mind-bending masterpiece, “Paprika,” and the unique space adventure, “Tamala 2010: A Punk Cat in Space,” directed by t.o.L. With a mix of influential classics, cult favorites, and underrated gems, viewers can look forward to an array of cinematic masterpieces on the channel.
Historically, the Criterion Collection has not remastered or added any anime film to its collection, but only a laserdisc release of Akira movie was ever made. However, the recent announcement that they will be adding Satoshi Kon’s “Perfect Blue” is unexpected and thrilling, as it could open doors for more movies to be licensed by them. Potential additions that would complement the Criterion Collection well include Jin Roh, Angel’s Egg, Perfect Blue, any of Masaaki Yuasa’s films, The End of Evangelion, and many other masterpieces that would benefit from a higher-quality release, increased availability, and recognition as essential cinematic works.
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2025-07-18 02:10