Essential Film Criticism Books for Any Film Lover’s Shelf
The best film criticism books for cinephiles, including essay collections from Pauline Kael and Roger Ebert, immersive histories, and more.
Pauline Kael
Read First Reactions to a Movie from 1906 and Other Gems from Rotten Tomatoes’ New Classic Film Archive
Assets include the writings of Pauline Kael, first reactions to one of the earliest features ever made.
With the Passing of James Harvey, the Film Critic Generation of Kael and Sarris Is Truly Gone
The film historian embodied a spirit of moral inquiry, and was as excited about “Jackie Brown” as he was romantic comedies of the ‘30s.
‘What She Said’ Trailer: Pauline Kael’s Critical Legacy Gets Its Very Own Documentary — Exclusive
FIlmmaker Rob Garver examines the divisive critic in a wide-ranging documentary about her wild career.
Pauline Kael’s Most Passionate Reviews, From ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ to ‘Taxi Driver’
In celebration of what would have been Pauline Kael’s 100th birthday — and of the excellent tribute The Quad theater has programmed for it — we’ve assembled 15 of the great American film critic’s most passionate takes.
Daily Reads: How the Internet Led to the Decline of Female Film Critics, Why Adam McKay ls America’s Most Successful Political Filmmaker, and More
Daily Reads: How the Internet Led to the Decline of Female Film Critics, Why Adam McKay ls America’s Most Successful Political Filmmaker, and More
Pauline Kael Slams Anti-Feminist Critics in Glorious Vintage Radio Broadcast
Pauline Kael Slams Anti-Feminist Critics in Glorious Vintage Radio Broadcast
Trash, ‘The Art of More,’ and Peak TV
Trash, ‘The Art of More,’ and Peak TV
Daily Reads: Why Critics Don’t Have to Review ‘Game of Thrones,’ The Clash of Action in ‘Avengers’ and ‘Mad Max,’ and More
Daily Reads: Why Critics Don’t Have to Review ‘Game of Thrones,’ The Clash of Action in ‘Avengers’ and ‘Mad Max,’ and More
Wear Your Film Critic Nerdiness Like a Rock Star With This Pauline Kael T-Shirt
Wear Your Film Critic Nerdiness Like a Rock Star With This Pauline Kael T-Shirt
Actually, Pauline Kael Did Occasionally Watch Movies More Than Once
Actually, Pauline Kael Did Occasionally Watch Movies More Than Once
Republican Election Woes Blamed on “Pauline Kaelism”
Republican Election Woes Blamed on “Pauline Kaelism”
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