‘One Battle After Another’ Is a Hit with Critics Because It ‘Aligns with a Leftist Sensibility,’ Says Bret Easton Ellis: ‘There’s a Liberal Mustiness to This Movie’

Bret Easton Ellis has weighed in on the critical acclaim surrounding Paul Thomas Anderson's film 'One Battle After Another,' which currently holds a remarkable 95 score on Metacritic, making it the highest-rated film of 2025 so far. While Ellis appreciates Anderson's work, he critiques the film's reception, suggesting it resonates with a leftist sensibility and carries a 'liberal mustiness.' This commentary highlights the ongoing discourse about political themes in cinema and how they influence audience perceptions.