watch The Critic 2022 The Critic, or El crtico, is a forthcoming documentary about Carlos Boyero, the most feared critic in Spanish cinema history. The film delves deeply into the controversial figure's life since the publication of his most notorious article 40 years ago. The Critic (El crtico), which premieres on HBO Max on November 10, explores what makes Boyero the most popular and feared critic in Spanish cinema. We'll also show you how to watch The Critic on HBO Max from anywhere in the world.