Philippe Rouyer is a French film critic and journalist, recognized as one of the most authoritative voices in his field in France. His career is inextricably linked to the film magazine *Positif*, where he is one of the main editors, and to the renowned radio show *Le Masque et la Plume* on France Inter, of which he is a long-standing and influential member. His work also extends to television, with regular appearances on programs such as *Le Cercle* on Canal+, and to collaborations with publications like *Psychologies Magazine*. His critical analysis is distinguished by his profound knowledge of classic Hollywood cinema, queer cinema, and the work of specific auteurs such as Pedro Almodóvar. He has authored several monographs on directors, including George Cukor and Brian De Palma, as well as thematic essays. Thanks to his long career and his constant presence in major cultural media, he is considered a key figure for contemporary French cinephilia.