Author David Thomson Discusses Film Antiheroes and New Book

Revered film critic and historian David Thomson, author of 'A Sudden Flicker of Light,' discusses the evolution of screen antiheroes, his decision not to update his 'Dictionary,' and his upcoming book on Mickey Mouse.

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Author David Thomson on How Screen Antiheroes Led to Trump, Why His ‘Dictionary’ Won’t Be Updated and His Next Book Subject: Mickey Mouse

The revered writer on film — a critic, historian and author of more than 40 books including the new 'A Sudden Flicker of Light: A Revisionist History of Movies,' published Tuesday — speaks with The Hollywood Reporter.

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Author David Thomson Discusses Film Antiheroes and New Book

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