A Raw, Reflective, Deep‑Cut Journey Through the Films That Shaped Him
In this latest episode of Criterion’s cult‑favorite series “Closet Picks,” the fantastic one‑of‑one Elijah Wood lets everything spill — pulling titles from the Criterion Collection that have inspired, challenged, and moved him throughout his career. It’s a rare moment where the artisan‑creator steps out from behind the characters he’s embodied and speaks directly to the films that shaped his artistic consciousness.
Elijah Wood turns movie love into a full Criterion treasure hunt
From cult favorites to formative screen memories, Elijah’s Closet Picks energy feels like pure cinephile joy: curious, specific, and fully obsessed in the best way.
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Elijah Wood — the fantastic one‑of‑one himself — steps into the Criterion Closet with a cinephile’s joy that’s unmistakably his.
Wood selects a range of iconic works, discussing their emotional impact and offering thoughtful insights into their cinematic artistry. He draws connections between memorable needle drops in AMORES PERROS and BLOW‑UP, reflects on how documentaries can transport you into another world, and praises the haunting atmospheres of BIRTH and EYES WIDE SHUT.
Closet Picks has long been a cinephile’s treasure chest, spotlighting actors, musicians, and cultural figures as they trace the films that shaped their craft. Wood’s installment stands out as a raw, reflective, deeply cinematic journey — offering a rare glimpse into the mind of a creator who has been captivating audiences for decades.
