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What Are We Really Talking About When We Talk About Movies?

Published February 15, 2026, 09:22
What Are We Really Talking About When We Talk About Movies?

The article explores the shift in how we discuss movies, moving away from critical analysis towards simple logging and rating on platforms like Letterboxd. While expressing an opinion is a democratic right, this discussion risks becoming superficial and homogenized, losing the depth and analysis offered by criticism. Criticism, as a discipline, provides context and perspective, while simply collecting opinions can lead to a 'monoculture' of taste. The author highlights the value of professional critics, not as authorities, but as craftspeople who can improve the quality of the conversation around cinema. The article questions whether these new forms of discussion are genuine criticism or simply a way to mass-disseminate opinions.