I Hated, Hated, Hated This Movie

book by Ebert [2000]

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I Hated, Hated, Hated This Movie is a 2000 book by American film critic Roger Ebert. The book is a collection of some of his most scathing reviews, showcasing his sharp wit and critical eye. Ebert, who won a Pulitzer Prize for film criticism, was known for his accessible approach to reviewing films of all genres. This particular work highlights his ability to articulate why certain films failed to meet his standards, often with memorable and pointed commentary. It offers insight into his critical process and his passion for cinema, even when expressing strong disapproval.12

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Roger Ebert
His other books included I Hated, Hated, Hated This Movie (2000), which collected some of his sharpest pans, and The Great Movies (2002), a volume of essays on films he especially admired; it was followed by two sequels (2005, 2010). Ebert was given a star on the Hollywood Walk…
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His other books included I Hated, Hated, Hated This Movie (2000), which collected some of his sharpest pans, and The Great Movies (2002), a volume of essays on films he especially admired; it was followed by two sequels (2005, 2010). Ebert was given a star on the Hollywood Walk…
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