Brendan Hodges is a Chicago-based film critic and staff writer at NextBestPicture, with contributions to BWDR, Ebertvoices, Inverse, Polygon, and Vague Visages. Known for his insightful analysis of cinematic techniques and storytelling, he has also appeared as a guest on BBC. Hodges maintains a robust online presence with over 21,000 followers, reflecting his influence in film criticism and media commentary.

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