Peele is clearly a horror fan, and he gives knowing winks to many genre cliches (the jump scare, the dream) while anchoring his entire film in the upending of the «final girl.» (maddwolf.com)
Serious devotees of historical fiction will appreciate Spufford's unrestrained verbosity and knowing winks toward his influences. (bookbrowse.com)
But, even as he's gigging the moguls, Wolff is openly in awe of them, frequently bemoaning (with a knowing wink) his helpless adoration. (newrepublic.com)