Appreciated Quote by Rex Reed
“The result is a twitching convulsion of vicious drivel passing itself off as a movie, which can be best appreciated by the kind of people who dig Showgirls, the Saw franchise and Spike Jonze-Charlie Kaufman flicks.”
About This Quote
Source Film Review: Review of Showgirls, Saw franchise, and Spike Jonze-Charlie Kaufman films, 2000s
The quote criticizes certain low‑brow movies as shallow, sensationalist, and appealing only to a niche audience that enjoys excessive gore and shock value.
In simple terms: It calls some movies vulgar and only liked by fans of extreme content.
Key Takeaway
Recognize when media is sensationalist versus substantive.
Themes
media criticism
pop culture
taste
gore
shock value
Mood
critical
skeptical
analytical
Type
review
opinion
critical analysis
When to use this quote
- movie night with friends
- selecting films for a class
- discussing film quality
- curating a film festival
- media literacy education
Key Concepts
censorship
aesthetic judgment
consumer awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value artistic intent over entertainment shock?
- How does personal taste shape your media judgments?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone agrees that these films lack artistic merit; some appreciate their camp or subversive qualities.
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