It’s been almost a year since Roger Ebert was hospitalized due to complications with a routine surgery. Sadly, these complications prevented Ebert from performing his duties as film critic for the Chicago Sun-Times and the syndicated Ebert & Roeper at the Movies. Reading Ebert’s reviews were the highlight of my Friday mornings and I can say, without the slightest hint of exaggeration, I have missed his insight and humor almost every week this past year. He has been able to write a handful of reviews over the past couple of months (The Queen being the most notable release), but that doesn’t stop me from wanting his opinion on films both great and dreadful.
Presently incapable of speech, it may be a while before Ebert returns to television. However, this week Ebert has published three new reviews---a positive sign that he’s shifting back into a regular output. His review for Shrek the Third is typical Ebert—sharp, witty, and balanced. It’s a joy to have him back.
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Welcome back Roger!
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