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When Critics Become the Stars

When Critics Become the Stars

Discussing Matt Singer's novel Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever

Max Covill
Nov 07, 2023
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Chances are, if you’re a reader or listener of It’s the Pictures, you know who Gene Siskel & Roger Ebert were. Although there are many MANY great critics, some of whom I proudly call colleagues and friends, there’s no argument over the duo who are the most popular critics in entertainment. What’s amazing is their longevity as their syndicated television…

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