Appreciation: Critic Rex Reed had a savage streak, but when he loved something, his writing could reach greatness

What happened

According to Los Angeles Times’s source item, Appreciation: Critic Rex Reed had a savage streak, but when he loved something, his writing could reach greatness, Rex Reed was known for a sensationalistic writing style and biting criticism, but he could write passionately about movies, TV and theater when they suited his tastes.

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Source

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