Mason’s Favorite 2025 Criterion Collection releases are…

Films are meant to be experienced in their full brilliance. With the highest-quality picture and sound, the Criterion Collection delivers that unmatched cinematic experience. Here are my three favorites from the Collection's 2025 additions.

Eyes Wide Shut (4K UHD)

Fans of the great Stanley Kubrick had long awaited a 4K release of his final film, ‘Eyes Wide Shut’. In November 2025, the Criterion Collection finally delivered, featuring a meticulously restored color grade, beautifully preserved film texture, and a wealth of supplementary materials. This release offers both longtime fans and new viewers the best way to experience Kubrick’s enigmatic masterpiece.

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (4K UHD)

The imaginative, painterly visuals and iconic set designs of Jacques Demy’s ‘The Umbrellas of Cherbourg’ are as captivating as ever in this May 2025 release. The 4K digital restoration, approved by the director’s son, Mathieu Demy, and newly remastered soundtrack offer viewers the most immersive and enchanting way to experience the classic musical.

Brazil (4K UHD)

Terry Gilliam’s darkly whimsical bureaucratic dystopia is fully realized in the Criterion Collection’s June 2025 release of ‘Brazil’, bringing every absurd, intricate detail to life. The restored image highlights the film’s inventive production design, quirky visual gags, and surreal cityscapes with unprecedented clarity. This highly underrated film shines as a standout addition to any cinephile’s collection.