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“A movie isn't good or bad based on its politics. It's usually good or bad for other reasons, though you might agree or disagree with its politics.”

Quote by Roger Ebert

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Roger Ebert was a renowned American film critic, born on June 18, 1942, and passed away on April 4, 2013. Known for his unique style of film criticism and profound insights into the art of cinema, he served as a film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times and founded the influential film review website RogerEbert.com. more

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