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Read Jonathan Rosenbaum's reviews, essays, and notes on films from various genres, periods, and countries. Find his opinions on Pedro Costa, Guy Maddin, Forugh Farrokhzad, and more.
- About
Jonathan Rosenbaum was film critic for the Chicago Reader...
- Publications
An expanded and updated, Spanish-language edition of Abbas...
- Events
I had a very enjoyable Skype interview with Whit Stillman...
- Featured Texts
Featured Texts Archive — All Th— Betty — Chicag— Death —...
- Notes
ABBAS KIAROSTAMI: A Dialogue Between the Authors (Mehrnaz...
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Archives. Featured Texts; Notes; by Date; Archives by Date...
- My 2022 Sight and Sound List
My 2022 Sight and Sound List. Posted December 2, 2022. Name:...
- EYES WIDE SHUT
EYES WIDE SHUT. Posted December 22, 2023. This comes from...
- L’avventura
The disconsolate girlfriend (Lea Massari) of a successful...
- About
Jonathan Rosenbaum (born February 27, 1943) is an American film critic and author. Rosenbaum was the head film critic for The Chicago Reader from 1987 to 2008, when he retired. He has published and edited numerous books about cinema and has contributed to such notable film publications as Cahiers du cinéma and Film Comment.
- 1969–present
- February 27, 1943 (age 80), Florence, Alabama, U.S.
In this interview, the late film critic Jonathan Rosenbaum answers questions about his book ESSENTIAL CINEMA and his approach to film criticism. He discusses topics such as canons, lists, ideology, snobbery, and style.
Nov 17, 2020 · Read the writings of Jonathan Rosenbaum, a renowned film critic and author of books on Jim Jarmusch, Orson Welles, Jacques Tati, and more. Explore his insights on cinema from various genres, countries, and periods.
The veteran film critic and Orson Welles expert talks about his two-volume book project, which features interviews with influential directors and essays on their work. He also reflects on the evolution of film criticism and his own style and influences.
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Oct 11, 2006 · Learn about Rosenbaum's life, work, and influences in this in-depth interview. He discusses his love of jazz, his global perspective, his experience with Orson Welles, and his books on film.