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“Going to a movie so you won't be offended is like eating potato chips made with Olestra; you avoid the dangers of the real thing, but your insides fill up with synthetic runny stuff.”

Quote by Roger Ebert

Book:Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2003

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2003

This annual publication offers a detailed look at the year's cinematic offerings, including a selection of the best films, as curated by Ebert. It includes reviews, ratings, and commentary on a wide range of movies from the year, providing readers with Ebert's unique perspective on the art of film. more

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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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