Life Itself | reviewed by: William O'Donnell | February 28, 2015
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An ego you almost have to admire, and a passion that was undeniable. A very touching and interesting portrayal of a great life @ebertchicago
genre | Documentary |
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synopsis | Life Itself recounts the surprising and entertaining life of renowned film critic and social commentator Roger Ebert. The film details his early days as a freewheeling bachelor and Pulitzer Prize winner, his famously contentious partnership with Gene Siskel, his life-altering marriage, and his brave and transcendent battle with cancer. |
lead actors | Roger Ebert | Werner Herzog | Martin Scorsese | Errol Morris | Ava DuVernay | Ramin Bahrani | A.O. Scott |
director | Steve James |