‘Why Do Critics Love Those Repellent Movies?’
Violence is a quick show-stopper, an easy solution, an unimaginative option for life’s troubles.
Filmmakers need to be urged to give us powerful metaphors for peace and reconciliation, for healthy love and wisdom.
It’s time to move beyond fascination with tragedy and decay. Filmmakers, show us some light.
WINSTON STEWARD
Los Angeles
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