Le samouraï

“The ultimate existential gangster film. Hypnotic, detailed, ritualistic, it has influenced films like John Woo's The Killer and the more recent Drive. This is my favorite Melville film, and the extras are among Criterion's finest.”

William Friedkin

Actor, Director, Writer

“The first time I saw this film, I was totally mesmerized. Like Tarkovsky, Melville transports you to another place and you have to play by his rules, at his pace. It's all about control.”

Ben Wheatley

Director, Writer

“Alain Delon, one of the coolest guys ever on film. Took my 15-year-old son to see it, and I'm happy to report that he enjoyed it as well.”

Joseph Kosinski

Director

“This is how a French hit man would be: 'I'm ready to die. I'll die before my own victims.' That's how existential I am.”

Patton Oswalt

Actor, Comedian, Writer

“Alain Delon — one of the best actors ever.”

Charles Melton

Actor