What She Said: The Art of Pauline Kael

Pauline Kael, a towering figure in film criticism, emerged from California to revolutionize the genre with her bold and provocative reviews. Starting her career in 1953, she became a prominent voice at 'The New Yorker' in 1968. Kael's writing was celebrated for its passionate engagement with cinema, yet it often drew ire for its sharp critiques, including scathing takes on films that later gained classic status, like The Sound of Music. Fiercely aware of gender biases in the industry, she championed women's rights through her work, leaving a lasting impact on both critics and filmmakers alike.