Sarris's reaction was in response to Kael's denunciation of the Auteur theory's merits, and has, in later years, occasionally jabbed at Kael's work. Examples of his critical observations are available in his books, e.g., The Primal Screen and Politics and Cinema.
Sarris responded to Kael's criticisms of the Auteur theory, and has, in later years, made occasional remarks about Kael's work. His critiques are documented in his books, such as "The Primal Screen" and "Politics and Cinema."