Film reviews appear in a variety of sources, including popular magazines, newspapers, and film-related journals; they also appear on Web sites.

To find a review of a particular film,

1. Find the film's original premiere and release dates and any re-release dates.
   If you are unsure of a film's release date(s), consult one of the following sources or ask a librarian for help.
   • Film Indexes Online
     (1893 to present) Includes both Film Index International (FII) and The American Film Institute Catalog (AFI).
   • International Dictionary of Films and Filmmakers. Ed. Tom Pendergast and Sara Pendergast. 4th ed. 4 vols. Detroit: St. James Press, 2000.
     Reference R 791.43 I611 2000

2. From the "Recent Films" or "Older Films" pages listed below, select an index, database, or other resource that covers the time period in which the film was released. Most films are reviewed soon after their release.

Note: to locate criticism and analysis of a film, consult one of the sources listed on the Indexes & Databases page for Film.