How YouTube and podcasts spurred the golden age of film criticism 8 Nov 2017 —

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When Jennifer’s Body (2009) was released, it was a critical and commercial flop. The filmography of writer Diablo Cody took a hit. However, a decade later, a wave of popular video essays on YouTube analyzed the film through the lens of #MeToo, queer theory, and cult horror. These videos—viewed by millions—argued that the film was a misunderstood masterpiece. As a result, the film entered Hulu’s top 10 streaming charts.

A filmography is a comprehensive, chronological list of video works associated with a specific actor, director, writer, or producer. It is the creative resume of an industry professional. Traditionally, filmographies were strictly reserved for cinema and television. A standard filmography categorizes work by:

If a filmography is the textbook, are the study group. Until the mid-2000s, film criticism was the domain of Roger Ebert and Pauline Kael. Today, the most influential analysis happens in video essays and reaction clips.

: Specific designations, such as "Lead Actor," "Executive Producer," or "Director." What are Popular Videos?

Ultimately, whether a project is a three-hour cinematic masterpiece or a 15-second viral clip, both filmographies and popular videos serve the same core purpose: capturing human attention and telling stories that resonate across the globe.