Why people recommend it
The Devil Finds Work by James Baldwin is a penetrating collection of essays examining the cultural impact of cinema through the lens of race, personal memory, and American politics. During an appearance on The Book Review podcast in the episode titled Art, Outrage and How the Culture Wars Began, released on June 19, 2026, guest Isaac Butler discussed the publication. He carefully categorized the work by explaining that it operates simultaneously as a book of film criticism, a personal memoir, and a powerful political treatise. Isaac Butler included this multifaceted text within his curated selection of recommended titles that thoughtfully explore the intricate intersections between artistic expression and political reality. His commentary underscored the enduring relevance and brilliant analytical depth of Baldwin's perspective on culture, identity, and the moving image.
Who recommended it
- Isaac Butler Recommended
Isaac Butler — 1 mention
“I'm going to go let's go James Baldwin The Devil Finds Work. His book of film criticism which is also a memoir which is also a great political treatise.”