Peter Bradshaw

Peter Bradshaw is a renowned film critic known for his unique insights and engaging writing style. He covers a wide range of films, from independent projects to major studio releases, providing readers with comprehensive reviews that delve into the heart of each film's storytelling. His work often highlights social and political themes within movies, reflecting his progressive views and deep understanding of contemporary issues. Bradshaw's articles often feature a mix of personal anecdotes, cultural references, and interviews with industry professionals to provide a well-rounded perspective on the films he reviews. Through his writing, he has built a reputation as an influential voice in the world of film criticism.

Biography:  https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/apr/25/laurent-cantet-peter-bradshaw-appreciation-high-minded-progressive-and-literate

53%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • Andrea Arnold's flawed, garrulous new movie is a chaotic social-realist adventure.
  • And yet the men are the more contemptible and unattractive.
  • The men are the more contemptible and unattractive.

Conflicts of Interest

0%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

82%

Examples:

  • Francis Ford Coppola is the director of the film.
  • His first brush with Hollywood came when the box office disaster of his film Pennies From Heaven in 1981 hurt him deeply.
  • The article portrays Steve Martin's comedy style as wacky, formless but almost childishly innocent and in many ways old-fashioned. However, this statement is misleading as it implies that Martin's humor had no depth or complexity. In reality, his comedy style was sophisticated and mature.

Deceptions

62%

Examples:

  • But for me this is a passion project without passion: a bloated, boring and bafflingly shallow film.
  • The article fails to disclose sources or quotes from Steve Martin himself which would have provided more insight into his thoughts and feelings.
  • The author claims that Steve Martin's comedy style was wacky, formless but almost childishly innocent and in many ways old-fashioned. However, this statement is misleading as it implies that Martin's humor had no depth or complexity. In reality, his comedy style was sophisticated and mature.

Recent Articles

Kinds of Kindness: Yorgos Lanthimos' Triptych Anthology Film Premieres at Cannes with Jesse Plemons, Emma Stone, and Willem Dafoe

Kinds of Kindness: Yorgos Lanthimos' Triptych Anthology Film Premieres at Cannes with Jesse Plemons, Emma Stone, and Willem Dafoe

Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024 Yorgos Lanthimos' anthology film, Kinds of Kindness, premiered at Cannes 2024 with three distinct stories. A rebellious office worker, a suspicious husband, and cult members search for a young woman. Praise poured in with standing ovations and acclaimed cast including Jesse Plemons, Emma Stone & Willem Dafoe. Food imagery, doubles, and Lanthimos' signature themes recur.
Megalopolis: Francis Ford Coppola's Ambitious Roman Epic Premieres at Cannes

Megalopolis: Francis Ford Coppola's Ambitious Roman Epic Premieres at Cannes

Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024 Francis Ford Coppola's long-awaited film, Megalopolis, premiered at Cannes in 2024 to widespread acclaim. Set in modern America as a Roman epic fable, it follows artist Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver) and his utopian vision opposed by lover Julia Cicero (Nathalie Emmanuel) and others. Shot using Imax technology, Megalopolis explores power, ambition, and humanity's future with an ambitious scope.
Barry Keoghan's Standing Ovation at Cannes Film Festival for Andrea Arnold's Masterful 'Bird'

Barry Keoghan's Standing Ovation at Cannes Film Festival for Andrea Arnold's Masterful 'Bird'

Broke On: Thursday, 16 May 2024 Andrea Arnold's 'Bird' premiered at Cannes Film Festival, earning a standing ovation for director and star Barry Keoghan. This powerful film explores themes of identity, belonging, and the challenges of youth through captivating performances and thought-provoking themes. Arnold received the Golden Coach Award for her innovative storytelling.
Steve Martin: From Disneyland to Academy Award Winning Comedian and Actor

Steve Martin: From Disneyland to Academy Award Winning Comedian and Actor

Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 Steve Martin is a legendary comedian and actor who began his career as a Disneyland performer before becoming the most successful stand-up comedian ever to that point, selling out arenas, hosting Saturday Night Live on numerous occasions, releasing multiple best-selling comedy albums. He later shifted to movies and won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1980 for Planes Trains & Automobiles. Martin is also known as a banjo player and has had a successful career with his comedy act.