Peter Biskind
Peter Biskind is an American film critic and author, best known for his provocative and engaging narratives about Hollywood's cultural landscape. His book 'Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock ’n’ Roll Generation Saved Hollywood' delves into the tumultuous era of 1970s cinema, highlighting the excesses and innovations of a new generation of filmmakers.
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Peter Biskind noted that contemporary viewers are more influenced by Steven Spielberg than by Francis Ford Coppola.
Ver una película para pasarlo mal: el fenómeno de ‘Sirat’ y el “cine de la crueldad” | ICON
Spain· 2025-06-13
Peter Biskind argues that Michael Cimino's western brought a close to the postclassical age of director-driven cinema.
What follows the best-picture Oscar? Fame, fortune and perhaps even a Baggot Street nightclub – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-03-08
Peter Biskind wrote the muck-raking Easy Riders, Raging Bulls, pondering the excesses and achievements of a new wave of filmmakers.
Tim Robey’s book explores some of Hollywoods biggest flops
Australia· 2025-03-03
