5 Criterion Closet Picks to See in Case Lav Diaz Gets His Own Episode

We highlight five favorite episodes from the Criterion Collection’s “Closet Picks,” featuring notable cinephiles like Ayo Edebiri, Cillian Murphy, and Filipino filmmaker Isabel Sandoval.

Lav Diaz’s Criterion Closet Visits

Filipino filmmaker Lav Diaz has appeared twice in the Criterion Closet, with his second visit in October following the first one in 2023. Although an episode from his latest visit hasn't been released yet, Criterion revealed some of his selections:

David Lynch’s Lost Highway
Jean-Pierre Melville’s Le Samouraï
Box sets: Letters from Fontainhas: Three Films by Pedro Costa and Ingmar Bergman’s Cinema

The Criterion Collection hinted that more content featuring Diaz is forthcoming, possibly a dedicated “Closet Picks” episode.

Ayo Edebiri’s Eclectic Choices

Comedian and actor Ayo Edebiri approaches the closet with enthusiastic delight. She expresses her excitement:

“Thank you, Criterion, for letting me in the closet. I was disgustingly greedy.”

Her picks cover a range of continents and styles, including:

Akira Kurosawa’s High and Low
Stanley Donen’s Charade, praised for their precision and charm
Juzo Itami’s The Funeral, noted for its sharp satire
Charles Burnett’s To Sleep with Anger, recognized for its dark and quirky humor

Other Notable Episodes

Alongside Diaz and Edebiri, other cinephiles like Cillian Murphy and Isabel Sandoval have also shared their Criterion Closet picks, showcasing diverse tastes and film passions.

Fans of cinema treasure these episodes as a glimpse into the personal favorites of filmmakers and actors alike.

Author’s summary: Criterion Closet Picks reveal personal film favorites from celebrated artists, offering unique insights into their cinematic inspirations and diverse tastes.

Rolling Stone Philippines — 2025-11-04