Description: (Film critic)
Judith Crist was a trailblazing American film critic and academic, known for breaking barriers as one of the first full-time female critics at a major American newspaper, The New York Herald Tribune. She also made significant contributions as the founding film critic at New York magazine, gaining national acclaim for her work at TV Guide and the Today show. Crist authored multiple books on film and television, displaying her deep expertise and enthusiasm for the industry. Her impact even extended to a cameo appearance in Woody Allen's film Stardust Memories.