A Personal Reflection on Rex Reed: Bridging the Generational Gap in Film Criticism
By
Kate Erbland
19d ago· 7 min readenOpinion
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Summary
A writer reflects on a letter they wrote over a decade ago to legendary film critic Rex Reed, who has recently passed away. The letter was written when the author was in their twenties, exploring their passion for classic cinema and hoping to bridge the generational gap between older film critics and younger film enthusiasts. The piece serves as a personal tribute and reflection on Reed's legacy, the changing landscape of film criticism, and the enduring love of movies across generations.
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It reminded me of a time where my younger, passionate self wanted to make a difference in the generational gap we were experiencing (and still are).
What bothered me most was how he attacked young people
Over a decade ago, a writer wrote a letter to the film critic about making a difference in the generational gap we are experiencing amongst film fans.
