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The book offers a collection of essays from a prominent film critic, exploring the intersection of art and commerce in cinema over a span of twelve years. It delves into the evolution of the film industry and poses critical questions about its future, providing insightful commentary on both the creative and business aspects of movies. Through this retrospective, readers gain a deeper understanding of the cinematic landscape and the challenges it faces moving forward.

The author describes his divorce, its effects on his life, and his irrational plunge into the stock market madness of the high-tech boom, discussing his own motives in terms of the simultaneous greed that consumed the nation.

Offering a dramatic and entertaining exploration of significant literary works, this national bestseller defends the greatness of the Western literary tradition. It also narrates a personal journey of one man's return to academia, blending insights on literature with a compelling autobiographical element. The book celebrates the impact of literature while engaging readers with its unique perspective on education and culture.

A collection of essays on the most hotly debated films features discussions on Spike Lee, Oliver Stone, the ratings war, and the war of the sexes by such critics as Pauline Kael, Roger Ebert, and Terrence Rafferty. Original.