Today we're chatting with film critic, writer, and audio producer Beandrea July. We chat about:

• Going through the open doors
• Starting out as a film critic
• Writing the articles you would want to read
• Looking for your unique perspective & looking for the story that hasn’t been written
• Basing your opinions on research
• Pay expectations for arts journalism
• Misconceptions about film critics
• Fear of judgement is normal
• Getting comfortable with asking
• Smaller indie movies getting traction because of COVID
• Taking it day by day

Mentioned in the Episode:
Study Hall
Book: Reel Inequality
Brighter Lens Podcast

Connect:
Twitter: beandreadotcom

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Music by: Michael Paraskevas