The art of expression
But even in serious journalism, it is quite possible to write in the form of a pointed commentary, polemic or satirical opinion piece and to have won journalistic exercise care. A commentary is rather short and often differs from the comment by the more artistic and often satirical style of speech. Ironic and exaggerated themes from local politics are also global problems taken a bead. A press work in this area is rather rare in the normal way to get a job offer. Due to the high artistry of a commentary, the authors are often writers or journalists with literary Backround.
Also the author of articles in the feature sections of newspapers usually require a high literary knowledge or understanding of art. Writing a critique of a new book, a current movie or a stage premiere will also require a lot of analytical understanding. A detailed book review for example, connects information (the carrying capacity) with the professional opinion (the book review) by the author. The criticism should in any case, a practical utility to readers or viewers.
Accordingly reportorial neutrality is again the prime duty. It is not intended simply to issue a reading recommendation for a senior teacher and equally to a simple seller. Does the critic but knit to the score of freedom and neutrality, it will be easier for him to classify quality and entertainment value correctly. Of course, few critics are always sure to knit these principles. Especially in the art can usually argue about the many excellent tastes. And what the German feature would be without the legendary literary bad reviews of Marcel Reich-Ranicki? A good columnist knows the fine line between trashing and objective analysis of experience and skill to master.
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