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Critic

Critics are like super-detectives for art, movies, and books, sharing their opinions to help you decide what's awesome!

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Installation (Detail) FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54754.P1.L1.BW / SML

Installation (Detail) FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54754.P1.L1.BW / SML

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Drawings: FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54765.02.P1.CC / SML
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Drawings: FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54765.P1.CC / SML
Devora Neumark, EVICTED, présenté dans le cadre de 'Limites et renouveau', 5 octobre 2013
Installation (Detail) FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54753.P1.L1.BW / SML
Installation (Detail) FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54748.P1.L1.SQ / SML
Drawings: FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54767.P1.L1.CC / SML
Devora Neumark, EVICTED, présenté dans le cadre de 'Limites et renouveau', 5 octobre 2013
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Installation (Detail) FASTFORWARDFOSSIL: Part 2 by Ellen Driscoll at Smack Mellon / Dumbo Arts Center: Art Under the Bridge Festival 2009 / 20090926.10D.54747.P1.SQ.BW / SML
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Key Facts

What They Do
Share opinions and assessments of creative works.
What They Review
Art, literature, music, cinema, theater, fashion, architecture, and food.
Where They Share
Newspapers, magazines, websites, TV, and radio.
Fun Fact
Some critics write whole books to share their detailed thoughts on art or buildings!

Meet the Opinion Explorers!

Imagine someone who watches a new cartoon, reads a cool story, or listens to a catchy song and then tells everyone what they think! That's a critic! They look closely at things like movies, books, music, and even food. They think about what makes something good or not so good, and then they share their ideas. It's like they have a special magnifying glass for creativity!

When Did Critics Start Chatting?

People have always shared their thoughts about stories and art, even way back in ancient times. But when newspapers and books became popular, critics started writing down their opinions for lots of people to read. Think of it like going from whispering to your friend to shouting your thoughts from a playground! Over time, more and more people started listening to these written opinions.

Why Critics Are Like Super Guides!

Critics help us discover amazing new things! When a critic really loves a movie or a book, they can tell so many people about it that it becomes super popular. They can also help us understand why something is special, like pointing out cool details in a painting or a clever twist in a story. They're like guides helping us explore the world of art and entertainment!

How Critics Share Their Secrets

Critics share their thoughts in many places. They write for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Sometimes, they even talk about their opinions on TV or radio! They try to explain their ideas clearly, using words that make you understand why they feel a certain way. They think about how something was made, what it was trying to do, and if it was successful. It's a big job!

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