“It's sometimes discouraging to see all of a director's movies, because there's so much repetition. The auteurists took this to be a sign of a director's artistry, that you could recognize his movies. But it can also be a sign that he's a hack.”
Quote by Pauline Kael
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Afterglow: A Last Conversation with Pauline Kael
This book presents a series of conversations between Pauline Kael, a renowned film critic, and various individuals. The discussions delve into her thoughts on cinema, her career, and her perspectives on the art form. more
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Pauline Kael
Pauline Kael was an influential American film critic, born on June 19, 1919, and passed away on September 3, 2001. She was a prominent figure in the film criticism world, known for her unique perspective and profound insights into cinema. more
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