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This intimate biography chronicles the remarkable life of Roger Ebert, a pioneering film critic who dedicated his career to the art of cinema. From his early days as a journalist to achieving Pulitzer Prize-winning recognition, the film explores Ebert's professional triumphs and personal challenges. It portrays his enduring passion for film and his ability to find joy and connection despite facing physical adversity, ultimately celebrating the resilience of the human spirit.

This intimate biography chronicles the remarkable life of Roger Ebert, a pioneering film critic who dedicated his career to the art of cinema. From his early days as a journalist to achieving Pulitzer Prize-winning recognition, the film explores Ebert's professional triumphs and personal challenges. It portrays his enduring passion for film and his ability to find joy and connection despite facing physical adversity, ultimately celebrating the resilience of the human spirit.

Does Life Itself have end credit scenes?

No!

Life Itself does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Life Itself

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Metacritic

87

Metascore

7.9

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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13%

TOMATOMETER

review

83%

User Score

IMDb

7.8 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

75

%

User Score

Letterboxd

3.9

From 10 fan ratings

Movie Insider

3.00/5

From 2 fan ratings

Awards & Nominations for Life Itself

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20th Critics' Choice Awards 2015

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Best Documentary Feature

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Official Trailer

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Life Itself Clip - Chaz Ebert

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