Review of Life Itself (2014) by Jonathan F — 21 Jan 2015

One of the greatest documentaries about the greatest film critic that ever lived, Roger Ebert.

This review of Life Itself (2014) was written by Jonathan F on 21 Jan 2015.

Life Itself has generally received very positive reviews.

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