Film critics have the often-thankless job of pontificating about movies and providing their ostensibly expert opinion on the film’s quality. The job of a film critic is not only to discuss whether they enjoyed the film, but also to provide some broader critique from an artistic and cultural perspective. While at times their consensus aligns with that of general movie-goers, credentialed critics can become so ensconced in their own self-importance as arbiters of good taste that they render themselves aloof, stranded in socialite penthouses like Frasier Crane.
Discussing the role of film critics, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, Ted Sarandos said, “Critics are an important part of the artistic process, but are… pretty disconnected from the commercial prospects of a film.”
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