A panel of critics and programmers discuss French film critic Serge Daney's politically driven analysis and radical enthusiasms of the 1970s. They explore the relation between mise-en-scène and moral perspective, the cinema as an antidote to advertising, and the critic's role as an ally to filmmakers. They also discuss Selchine's legacy in cinema, Sajdani's journey as a filmmaker, and the insights into the mind of Cérgé. Additionally, they delve into the evolution of writing style and perspective, as well as the process of selecting films for the program.