Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
"That movie wasn't made for you" — so you're not allowed to have an opinion on it. That argument sounds reasonable on the surface, but it falls apart pretty fast.
Whether it's Turning Red, the Mario movie, or A Wrinkle in Time, there's a growing trend of using target audience as a way to dismiss criticism entirely. And that's a problem — not just for critics, but for how we talk about movies in general.
Stating your point of reference makes criticism more honest, not less
You don't have to exclude one voice to make room for another. That's a scarcity mindset — and it's the wrong way to build a healthier conversation around film.
Do you think critics should be able to review movies outside their target demographic — or does it matter who a film was made for?
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VIDEO SUMMARYThis video contains Sean Chandler Talks About's
"That Movie Wasn't Made for You" — Why This Argument Needs to Stop
Can You Critique a Movie That Wasn't Made for You? Yes. Here's Why
The "You're Not the Target Audience" Argument Is Silencing Critics
Turning Red, Mario, A Wrinkle in Time — Who Actually Gets to Have an Opinion?
The Problem With Telling Critics to Stay in Their Lane
Every Perspective on a Movie Is Valid — Here's Why That Matters
Should You Review a Movie If You Haven't Read the Book? The Honest Answer
Why "That Wasn't Made for You" Is a Scarcity Mindset Disguised as Inclusion
The Real Reason People Tell Critics to Shut Up About Certain Movies
Brie Larson, Mario, and the Wrong Way to Talk About Movie Criticism
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I may earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, and/or link to any products or services from this video.
"That movie wasn't made for you" — so you're not allowed to have an opinion on it. That argument sounds reasonable on the surface, but it falls apart pretty fast.
Whether it's Turning Red, the Mario movie, or A Wrinkle in Time, there's a growing trend of using target audience as a way to dismiss criticism entirely. And that's a problem — not just for critics, but for how we talk about movies in general.
Stating your point of reference makes criticism more honest, not less
You don't have to exclude one voice to make room for another. That's a scarcity mindset — and it's the wrong way to build a healthier conversation around film.
Do you think critics should be able to review movies outside their target demographic — or does it matter who a film was made for?
___________________________________
This is a clip from my weekly Ask Me Anything show on Patreon. If you're interested in my box office round up series, my weekly AMAs or other Patreon exclusives check out my Patreon page here: patreon.com/seanchandler
____________________________________
FIND ME ONLINE
INSTAGRAM @seantalksabout
TWITTER @kirkneverdied
FACEBOOK facebook.com/seanchandlertalksabout
Patreon patreon.com/seanchandler
This is a Sean Chandler Plus video
FIND THE SEAN CHANDLER PODCAST:
ITUNES: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-chandler-podcast/id1498677542
SPOTIFY: open.spotify.com/show/3xv87P7IlCwccth177rnM6
GOOGLE PODCASTS: play.google.com/music/m/Ivxlw3mprfqlvs2cb3yk3dxxkc4?t=The_Sean_Chandler_Podcast
STITCHER: stitcher.com/podcast/the-sean-chandler-podcast
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Check out the complete list of gear I use for creating my YouTube videos here: kit.co/SeanChandler/my-youtube-equipment
See a list of my posters (and where to get them) here: kit.co/SeanChandler/my-movie-posters
See a list of my Funko Pops here: kit.co/SeanChandler/my-funko-pop-collection
Fan Mail can be sent to:
Sean M. Chandler
PO Box 1042
Hutto, TX 78634
VIDEO SUMMARYThis video contains Sean Chandler Talks About's
"That Movie Wasn't Made for You" — Why This Argument Needs to Stop
Can You Critique a Movie That Wasn't Made for You? Yes. Here's Why
The "You're Not the Target Audience" Argument Is Silencing Critics
Turning Red, Mario, A Wrinkle in Time — Who Actually Gets to Have an Opinion?
The Problem With Telling Critics to Stay in Their Lane
Every Perspective on a Movie Is Valid — Here's Why That Matters
Should You Review a Movie If You Haven't Read the Book? The Honest Answer
Why "That Wasn't Made for You" Is a Scarcity Mindset Disguised as Inclusion
The Real Reason People Tell Critics to Shut Up About Certain Movies
Brie Larson, Mario, and the Wrong Way to Talk About Movie Criticism
AFFLIATE DISCLAIMER
I may earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, and/or link to any products or services from this video.
