Author David Thomson, called by “Atlantic Monthly” as “The greatest living film critic and historian,” is Mitchell’s guest on this episode of “The Literary Life.” Thomson has written more than twenty books, including any cinephile's must-have, “The New Biographical Dictionary of Film.” He shares some of his favorite films, actors, how cinema has evolved and most of all, his latest book, Sleeping with Strangers; How the Movies Shaped Desire. This conversation was recorded at Books & Books in Coral Gables, Florida. Please listen, share and comment on our podcast landing page or on our social media: @BooksandBooks (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter) 

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