Burt Reynolds' 'Cop and a Half' Led to Roger Ebert's Biggest Argument

It’s almost impossible to overstate Roger Ebert’s influence on the art of film criticism. In a profession widely regarded as elitist for years, Ebert reviewed movies from a purely emotional perspective. Yet, he also possessed an uncanny understanding of craft, and he could discuss film in a way that was accessible to everyone. While famous for his scathing takedowns of movies he disliked, he was also the most vocal champion of movies like My Dinner with Andre and Hoop Dreams, and played a key role in helping them gain recognition.
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