Finalist: The New York Times , by Frank Rich
For boldly exploring the influence of popular culture on American politics and society.
Winners
Prize Winner in Criticism in 2005:
Joe Morgenstern
For his reviews that elucidated the strengths and weaknesses of film with rare insight, authority and wit.
Criticism
Finalists
Nominated as finalists in Criticism in 2005:
Carlin Romano
For bringing new vitality to the classic essay across a formidable array of topics.
The Jury
The Jury
Ray Rinaldi(chair )
assistant managing editor, features
Tim Page*
chief music critic
Amy Stevens
editor, Weekend Journal
Terri Troncale
editorial page editor
Jesse Washington
entertainment editor
Winners in Criticism
Dan Neil
For his one-of-a-kind reviews of automobiles, blending technical expertise with offbeat humor and astute cultural observations.
Stephen Hunter
For his authoritative film criticism that is both intellectually rewarding and a pleasure to read.
Justin Davidson
For his crisp coverage of classical music that captures its essence.
Gail Caldwell
For her insightful observations on contemporary life and literature.
2005 Prize Winners
Amy Dockser Marcus
For her masterful stories about patients, families and physicians that illuminated the often unseen world of cancer survivors.
Staff
For its stunning series of photographs of bloody yearlong combat inside Iraqi cities.
Staff
For its comprehensive, clear-headed coverage of the resignation of New Jersey's governor after he announced he was gay and confessed to adultery with a male lover.