In this latest episode of Criterion’s cult‑favorite series “Closet Picks,” the fantastic one‑of‑one Steve Zahn 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.
Zahn selects a range of iconic works, discussing their emotional impact and offering thoughtful insights into their cinematic artistry. The actor talks about how Richard Linklater’s SLACKER turned him on to independent cinema, praises the soundtrack for PARIS, TEXAS, and selects a horror classic by George A. Romero.
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. Zahn’s installment stands out as a raw, reflective, and deeply cinematic journey. Offering a rare glimpse into the mind of a creator who has been captivating audiences for decades.
Feel all of Zahn’s love below.
