Owen Gleiberman
Variety's chief film critic known for wide-ranging film analysis and criticism, co-assembler of Variety's 100 best comedy movies list and frequent contributor to Variety coverage.
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Nov 25, 2025 • 19min
Daily Variety – Laugh Factory: Owen Gleiberman and Peter Debruge on Variety's 100 Best Comedy Movies of All Time List
Owen Gleiberman, Variety's chief film critic known for his incisive analyses, teams up with fellow critic Peter Debruge to dissect their carefully curated list of the 100 Greatest Comedy Movies of All Time. They dive into the fleeting nature of comedy, exploring why some laughs age like fine wine while others fizzle. Highlights include a spirited defense of 'Waiting for Guffman' and celebrating the comedy goldmine of 1988. They also reflect on modern comedic trends, the evolution of the genre, and the joy of crafting such lists.
Nov 20, 2025 • 18min
Daily Variety -- Revisiting Martin Scorsese’s ‘Casino’ With Owen Gleiberman; Turmoil on ‘Tulsa King’
Owen Gleiberman, Chief film critic at Variety, dives into his reappraisal of Martin Scorsese’s 'Casino,' discussing its cold, sociological lens and the standout performances, particularly Sharon Stone’s. He calls it an underrated masterpiece and contrasts it with 'Goodfellas.' Meanwhile, Joe Otterson uncovers the chaos behind 'Tulsa King,' detailing staffing issues and the lack of clear leadership, alongside the impact of budget cuts and broken promises. The episode highlights both creative triumphs and turmoil in Hollywood.
