Remembering all sides of Charlton Heston

I want to thank Carina Chocano for reminding us what a good movie critic does: She wrote a scholarly and touching tribute to Charlton Heston [“End of a Heroic Line,” April 8]. In this complex world where he had certainly lost his cultural relevance, she reminded us of his place in Hollywood history. Thank you for reminding us with your heart, not just your mind.

David Zelitzky

Los Angeles

I fail to see how Charlton Heston’s star was ever “tarnished” by his political beliefs. Very few people show the strength of commitment to their convictions as he did throughout his life, from marching for civil rights to fighting for the 2nd Amendment. In my mind, that makes his star burn brighter. Carina Chocano doesn’t agree with his political views, so his career must be invalidated. At least she has the Clooneys of the world to fawn over.

David D. Manos II

Lancaster