Roger Ebert
ActingAbout Roger Ebert
Roger Ebert was a Pulitzer Prize winning film critic, journalist, and screenwriter. Described by Forbes magazine as the "most powerful pundit in America", Ebert was the first film critic to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as a Pulitzer Prize. Ebert's began his criticizing career in 1967 as a critic for the Chicago Sun-Times and later gained national recognition co-hosting a number of shows with Gene Siskel in which they coined the 'thumbs up- thumbs down' style of reviewing. Following Siskel's 1999 death Ebert continued to host "And The Movies" with Richard Roeper until 2006 when he stopped appearing due to developing Thyroid cancer. Complications from the cancer ended up taking much of his tongue and jaw, forcing Ebert to undergo massive reconstruction surgery and speak with the help of a computer program (which was configured with his own voice due to the volume of recorded spoken language from Ebert's TV show). He continued to write reviews for his website later in life. On April 3rd, 2013 announced his cancer had returned and he would be taking a "leave of presence", lowering the amount he would be writing and only reviewing films he wanted to review. Ebert succumbed to his cancer the next day, April 4th, 2013. The balcony is closed.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Roger Ebert reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 45 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Roger Ebert's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Roger Ebert remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Princess Mononoke in the U.S.A., which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Roger Ebert Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roger Ebert's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roger Ebert.
Roger Ebert - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roger Ebert?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roger Ebert is "Princess Mononoke in the U.S.A." with a rating of 9.7/10.
How many movies has Roger Ebert acted in?
Roger Ebert has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roger Ebert?
Other notable films include "Above, Beneath and Beyond the Valley: The Making of a Musical-Horror-Sex-Comedy", "John Candy: I Like Me", and "Sam Peckinpah's West: Legacy of a Hollywood Renegade".