Jane Crowther has been elected chair of the London Critics’ Circle Film Section, as part of a new-look leadership team at the organisation.
Crowther takes over from Rich Cline, who held the role for the past four years. Crowther is an experienced film journalist who was editor of UK film magazine Total Film, as well as editor in chief of the Film Group of its publisher Future.
She is currently editor of Hollywood Authentic Magazine.
The Critics’ Circle has elected Guy Lodge as vice chair, taking over from Crowther. Lodge is UK film critic for Variety, and a home entertainment columnist for The Observer.
Film critic and interviewr Linda Marric has been elected as honorary secretary, taking over from Karen Krizanovich.
“I don’t take the responsibility of chair lightly, especially in a climate of shrinking film criticism and the threat of AI, but I hope to take the circle forward as a useful resource, a champion for all our members and a community that provides connection, support and insight,” said Crowther.
“I hope that I can ensure the Film section of the Critics’ Circle continues to be a badge of merit to members but also a place of community.”
The Critics’ Circle was founded in 1913, with sectors covering film, music, theatre and dance.
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