At the first screening of this film, in 1932, people didn't just walk out — they ran out. It was considered the most disturbing film ever made. Today 'Freaks' —…
Mick LaSalle is a movie critic for the San Francisco Chronicle, where he has been a prominent voice since 1985. He specializes in film and cinema, with a particular focus on the intersections of gender and power in Hollywood, as reflected in his acclaimed books such as "Complicated Women" and "Dangerous Men." LaSalle's insights have been featured in the Houston Chronicle and he has contributed to discussions at prestigious film festivals, underscoring his expertise in arts and entertainment.