Life Itself
- Documentary
The surprising and entertaining life of renowned film critic and social commentator Roger Ebert (1942-2013): 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.
Life Itself is a 2014 documentary that chronicles the remarkable life of film critic Roger Ebert, from his early career as a Pulitzer Prize winner through his iconic partnership with Gene Siskel and his personal battles. The film offers an intimate portrait of Ebert's influence on cinema criticism and popular culture, blending archival footage, interviews, and personal reflection to capture his wit, passion, and resilience.
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Stephen StantonRoger Ebert (voice)
Roger EbertSelf - Film Critic
Chaz EbertSelf - Ebert's Wife
Ramin BahraniSelf - Filmmaker- Richard CorlissSelf - Film Critic
- Nancy De Los SantosSelf - TV Producer
Ava DuVernaySelf - Filmmaker- Bruce ElliotSelf - Ebert's Friend
- Laura EmerickSelf - Journalist
- Emil EvansSelf - Ebert's Step-Grandson
- Raven EvansSelf - Ebert's Step-Granddaughter
- Sonia EvansSelf - Ebert's Step-Daughter
- Thea FlaumSelf - TV Producer
- Josh GoldenSelf - Ebert Website Designer
Werner HerzogSelf - Filmmaker
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When was Life Itself released?
Life Itself premiered on July 4, 2014.
What is Life Itself about?
The documentary follows Roger Ebert's life from his early years as a freewheeling bachelor and Pulitzer Prize-winning critic through his famous partnership with Gene Siskel, his marriage, and his battle with cancer.
Who is the subject of this documentary?
The film centers on Roger Ebert, the renowned film critic and social commentator who shaped American cinema criticism from the 1960s until his death in 2013.
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