The Critic is an American psychological thriller short film written and directed by Stella Velon.

The film stars Stella Velon and Alan Smyth, and explores themes of fame, drug addiction, mental health and impostor syndrome.

The Critic provides a glimpse into the darker side of fame and serves as a social commentary on the value we place on art.

[8] The Independent Critic rated it 3.5 out of 4[9] and Film Threat gave it 8 out of 10 stars, describing Velon’s performance as "excellent and poignant.

"[10] One Film Fan, called The Critic, "A quietly fierce, dramatically potent, and heartbreakingly palpable exercise in what could very well be one of the most impactful inward looks at the realities found within the celebrity mindset.