Article Summary
Kino Lorber, a respected art house film distributor, has launched their own streaming service called the Kino Film Collection.
The collection features over 350 films by acclaimed directors such as Fritz Lang, Jean-Luc Godard, and Bernardo Bertolucci.
Designed with film enthusiasts in mind, this service ensures an uninterrupted supply of diverse international, classic, and modern films at a monthly cost of $5.99 USD.
Art house film distributor Kino Lorber has launched its own streaming service, the Kino Film Collection. With over 350 films from renowned directors such as Fritz Lang, Jean-Luc Godard, and Bernardo Bertolucci, the collection is now available for streaming. Since its establishment in 1977, Kino Lorber has been a reputable distributor of international and silent films. Now, they are opening their extensive movie collection to the public, offering many films for streaming for the first time ever.
Initially, the Kino Film Collection will feature over 350 films, with new additions each month including recent theatrical releases. The service was inspired by the shift in focus of other streaming platforms away from older and less-known films. According to Kino Lorber's Chief Revenue Officer Lisa Schwartz, "Many streaming services are currently changing their content focus, making it increasingly challenging to find certain titles. Therefore, we believe it is crucial to create a dedicated platform where our films will consistently be available for film lovers." The service is priced at $5.99 USD per month and is accessible in the U.S. through Amazon's Prime Video Channels. Interested users can take advantage of a seven-day free trial by signing up now.
What's Available on the Kino Film Collection?
The service now offers over 350 films distributed by Kino Lorber. Some of the initial classic options include The Conformist by Bertolucci, the internationally acclaimed Dogtooth by Yorgos Lanthimos, Ganja and Hess, which is Bill Nunn's innovative vampire film featuring Black characters, A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night, a Persian-language horror film directed by Ana Lily Amirpour, and Computer Chess, a dramedy with an analog feel by Andrew Bujalski. In addition, the service provides contemporary films such as Chile '76, a thrilling portrayal of the Pinochet era, the dystopian Costa Brava, Lebanon, and the metafictional French film The Worst Ones. Moreover, an assortment of classic silent movies like Metropolis, Nosferatu, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, and Battleship Potemkin are available on the service. Furthermore, there is a wide array of documentaries, including Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story, Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami, and the Oscar-nominated Fire at Sea, which focuses on the migrant crisis.
The upcoming offerings from the Kino Film Collection have been announced for the following month. Included in the lineup are notable films such as "Songs My Brothers Taught Me" by Chloé Zhao, the art documentary "Close to Vermeer" by Suzanne Raes, the zombie comedy "Final Cut" by Michel Hazanavicius, the sci-fi oddity "Bacurau" by Kleber Mendonça Filho and Juliano Dornelles, the musical "Tokyo Pop" by Fran Rubel Kuzui, and the thriller "Two Small Bodies" by Beth B, starring Suzy Amis and Fred Ward. Additionally, there will be a brand-new 4K restoration of Hou Hsiao-hsien's 2001 romantic drama "Millennium Mambo".
To access the Kino Film Collection, users can stream it now for a monthly fee of $5.99 USD. For further updates, please visit our website and watch the promo video below.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z film enthusiast, I am thrilled about the launch of Kino Lorber's new streaming service, the Kino Film Collection. With over 350 captivating films from renowned directors, this platform offers a treasure trove of international, classic, and modern cinema that is often overlooked by other streaming services. The diverse range of movies, from silent films to contemporary documentaries, ensures that there is something for everyone.
The Kino Film Collection fills a crucial gap in the streaming landscape by providing a dedicated platform for older and lesser-known films that might otherwise be lost to obscurity. The curators have clearly put a lot of thought and care into selecting the titles, and I appreciate their commitment to preserving and showcasing these important works of art.
At just $5.99 per month, the Kino Film Collection is an affordable way to access a vast library of quality cinema. I highly recommend it to anyone who is passionate about film and is looking to expand their horizons beyond the mainstream.