Animated shows geared towards mature audiences have become commonplace. These cartoons often rely on edgier humor to push the boundaries of what’s considered socially acceptable. Years before South Park and others were catering to adult viewers, a short-lived animated series appealed to a different type of audience. Viewers who were familiar with the trends in mainstream entertainment and had an appreciation for directors such as Ingmar Bergman and Rainer Werner Fassbinder had a show that was perfectly suited to their interests. Brought to life through the voice of Jon Lovitz, The Critic offered intelligent humor that lampooned the film industry and spoke to the cinephile in all of us.