essays

Thoughts on the role of the critic

from Lindsay Anderson

May 30 • Brett Alan Dewing

Reasons you should watch the credits

a few arguments for watching the entire movie

May 5 • Brett Alan Dewing

1976, 2026: What will our anthem be?

Which films defined the bicentennial, and which might mark the USA's 250th year?

Apr 30 • Brett Alan Dewing

The Heroine's Journey

some observations, more questions

Jan 15 • Brett Alan Dewing

What's with the Golden Globes?

a quick guide to the GG's role in awards season

Jan 13 • Brett Alan Dewing

What Does a Critic Do?

notes for an essay

Sep 17, 2025 • Brett Alan Dewing

Defending The Last Temptation of Christ

Jun 26, 2025 • Brett Alan Dewing

“But can’t poetry also be just what you feel?”

Well...is it a diary or an artwork?

Oct 13, 2024 • Brett Alan Dewing

be an omni-didact

a short note on learning

Sep 24, 2024 • Brett Alan Dewing

The Author’s Mouthpiece Fallacy

another swing at Death by Hanging

Sep 15, 2024 • Brett Alan Dewing

Setting the Scene: Wes Anderson

What's the big deal with this guy, anyway?

Jul 15, 2024 • Brett Alan Dewing

The Poisonous Book trope

I first came across the poisonous book trope reading The Picture of Dorian Gray. In Oscar Wilde’s famous novel(la), the titular character is literally…

Mar 19, 2024 • Brett Alan Dewing

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