Description: (Journalist, Film critic)
Richard Nelson Corliss was an influential American film critic and magazine editor known for his focus on movies. He served as the editor-in-chief of Film Comment and authored books such as Talking Pictures, which helped shift attention to the role of screenwriters in filmmaking. Corliss's work drew early recognition to the importance of screenwriters alongside directors in the film industry. Through his writing and editorial contributions, he made significant contributions to film criticism and analysis during his career.