Elliott Stein, a renowned figure in the world of cinema, made a lasting impact as a film critic and historian. His prolific writing career spanned numerous esteemed publications, including the Village Voice, where he regularly contributed insightful articles on the world of film. His work was also featured in the New York Times, Rolling Stones, London Financial Times, and Film Comment, among others.
Prior to his writing career, Stein honed his craft by studying film at New York University (NYU). However, it was his subsequent decade-long sojourn in Paris that truly shaped his film sensitivity and knowledge, making him an original voice among American writers and critics. This formative experience, steeped in the cinematic traditions of Europe, imbued Stein with a unique perspective that set him apart from his contemporaries.
In addition to his writing, Stein made a few notable performances and worked uncredited as a co-scriptwriter on several films produced in France and England.
