The Window is not without a certain visual spell that makes it a first-rate artistic achievement.

I hate to go out on a limb after only one viewing, but Nashville strikes me as Altman's best film, and the most exciting dramatic musical since Blue Angel.

It is cynicism, and not idealism, that is generally the mark of youthful immaturity, or rather it is the cynic who is generally the most foolish romantic.

Lemon Tree is well worth seeing as a first-class artistic achievement bridging two civilizations.

Tokyo Sonata speaks to us, with feeling and passion, as one of the most eloquent statements on the world today that we are likely to see in this moviegoing year.

Hitchcock is the most-daring avant-garde film-maker in America today.

I was a solipsist and a narcissist and much too arrogant. I have a lot more compassion now, but it took a long time.