# Jonathan Rosenbaum

Jonathan Rosenbaum was the film critic for the Chicago Reader. He has been an extra for Robert Bresson, a script consultant for Jacques Tati, an assistant editor for Monthly Film Bulletin, staff writer for Sight & Sound, and authored many books.

## Pryor Commitments

I’d like to express my deepest thanks to my painter friend Layne Jackson for suggesting that I launch this Newsletter. Along with Terrence Rafferty and Mark Rappaport, who offered immediate support, I’m very grateful to have these friends and allies.

**Jonathan Rosenbaum**  
*June 23, 2026*

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