How to become a film critic: Real talk from an industry insider

In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed film critic Anna Smith as she shares her path into journalism and film criticism. From Minx to Cannes, Anna tells us about navigating a male-dominated industry, gives us a glimpse into her day-to-day activities and explains how her acclaimed podcast Girls on Film came to be.  

 

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What can I do with a degree in film studies? https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/film-studies 

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