Andrew Sarris, one of our most valued film critics, died yesterday at 83. I was never a great fan of his writing though I admire his book “The American Cinema.” Our good pal, Matt B, was a great admirer of Sarris’ work however, and he was not alone.
Rest in peace.
[Featured Image by Fred R. Conrad/New York Times]
Really good piece on Sarris' legacy by Jim Emerson on his Scanners blog:
http://blogs.suntimes.com/scanners/2012/06/the_lasting_legacy_of_andrew_s.html