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John Ivan Simon (né Simmon; May 12, 1925 − November 24, 2019) was an American writer and literary, theater, and film critic. After spending his early years in Belgrade, he moved to the United States, serving in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II and studying at Harvard University. Beginning in the 1950s, he wrote arts ...
Nov 25, 2019 · John Simon, one of the nation’s most erudite, vitriolic and vilified culture critics, who illuminated and savaged a remarkable range of plays, films, literature and art works and...
Nov 30, 2019 · John Simon, who died in 2019, was a legendary film and theater critic known for his vitriolic reviews and his defense of high standards. He was also a witty and charming person, but his hatred and bigotry overshadowed his contributions to the art form.
Nov 25, 2019 · John Simon, the theater and film critic known for his lacerating reviews and often withering assessment of performers’ physical appearance, has died. He was 94. His wife, Patricia Hoag Simon,...
Nov 25, 2019 · John Simon was New York magazine's drama critic for 36 years, known for his acerbic and controversial reviews. He also wrote for National Review, covered film and music, and had a Serbian accent that made him a target of humor and hate.
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Nov 25, 2019 · John Simon was a longtime and influential theater critic for New York Magazine and other publications. He was known for his witty and often controversial reviews, which drew admirers and critics alike.
A tribute to the late cultural critic and New Criterion contributor, who died in November at the age of ninety-four. Remembering his wit, style, and influence on theater, books, music, and movies.
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