Uncut Gems
It's excruciating and exhilarating.
Steve James
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America to Me (2018)
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Abacus: Small Enough to Jail (2017)
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Life Itself (2014)
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Head Games (2012)
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The Interrupters (2011)
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Reel Paradise (2005)
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Stevie (2003)
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Prefontaine (1997)
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Hoop Dreams (1994)
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I'm Gonna Git You Sucka (1988)
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Kung Fu Joe
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Hero and the Terror (1988)
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Robinson
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Johnny Be Good (1988)
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Coach Sanders
Roger Ebert
* This filmography is not intended to be a comprehensive list of this artist’s work. Instead it reflects the films this person has been involved with that have been reviewed on this site.
For My Birthday, I Celebrated Victory Gardens Theater
Chaz Ebert celebrated her birthday by honoring Victory Gardens Theater in October 2019.
#364 October 1, 2019
Matt writes: Last month's Venice Film Festival presented its top prize to this week's most anticipated wide release, Todd Phillips' "Joker" (starring Joaquin Phoenix), a film that has received polarizing reviews from critics, including those featured on our site.
Steve James Among Presenters at Victory Garden Theater's Chicago Stories Gala, Featuring Debut of My Play, The Great Debate
An article about the Chicago Stories Gala presented by Victory Gardens Theater on October 5th, 2019, showcasing debuting playwrights Chaz Ebert and Stacy Janiak, honoring Justina Machado and Phillipa Soo and featuring presenter Steve James, among others.
Tribeca 2019: After Parkland, 17 Blocks
Reviews of two docs from Tribeca.
A Different Perspective: Reviews About Empathy, Compassion and Kindness
Why we chose 13 reviews about empathy, compassion, kindness, and understanding for 2019's Day4Empathy.
The Best TV of 2018
The best in television for the year.
My List of Movies to See Before the End of 2018
Chaz Ebert reveals her list of movies from 2018 to see before awards season 2019.
#337 September 18, 2018
Matt writes: The 2018 Toronto International Film Festival, which wrapped on September 16th, had so many enticing selections guaranteed to be major contenders this awards season, and RogerEbert.com was there to cover them all.
A Distinctive Clash: Editors Leslie Simmer, David E. Simpson and Alanna Schmelter on America to Me
An interview with Leslie Simmer, David E. Simpson and Alanna Schmelter, co-editors of "America to Me."
Steve James on Examining a High School's Racial Disparities in America to Me
An interview with director Steve James about his new docuseries, America to Me.
You Are Not Alone: Bing Liu on “Minding the Gap”
An interview with Bing Liu, director of "Minding the Gap."
"Life Itself" Named Among Best Biographical Documentaries in IndieWire Survey
An article about "Life Itself" being included in IndieWire's Critics Survey selecting the best biographical documentaries ever made.
Celebrating Michael Kutza: Founder of Chicago International Film Festival to be Honored at July 14th Gala
An article about the July 14th gala honoring Chicago International Film Festival founder and CEO Michael Kutza.
Steve James Named 2018 Guggenheim Honoree by American Film Institute
An article about Steve James, the American Film Institute's 2018 Guggenheim Honoree .
Cannes 2018 Video #2: The 2018 Cannes Film Festival Has Begun!
A video recap of the first few days of Cannes 2018.
Ebertfest 2018, Days 4 & 5: Daughters of the Dust, The Big Lebowski, 13th and More
A recap of Day 4 & 5 of Ebertfest 2018.
Your Roger Stories: The Fans
A collection of memories from fans of Roger Ebert.
#323 March 6, 2018
Matt writes: After producing a half-century of vital and game-changing documentaries, the Chicago-based company Kartemquin Films scored its first nomination for Best Documentary this year at the Academy Awards. Steve James, the acclaimed director of "Hoop Dreams" and "Life Itself," earned the nomination for his latest riveting marvel, "Abacus: Small Enough to Jail." He also served as an executive producer on Laura Checkoway's astonishing documentary short, "Edith+Eddie," which received a well-deserved Oscar nomination this year as well. Prior to last Sunday's Oscar ceremony, I got to speak with Steve and Laura about their incredible work.
A Great Anthropological Experience: Steve James and Laura Checkoway on Their Oscar-Nominated Documentaries
An interview with Steve James and Laura Checkoway, the Oscar-nominated directors of "Abacus: Small Enough to Jail" and "Edith+Eddie," respectively.
Diary of a Sundance Juror
Chaz Ebert reflects on her experiences as a member of the U.S. documentary jury at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival.
The Shape of Water Tops 2018 Oscar Nominees
An article about the 2018 Academy Award nominees.
Congratulations to Steve James on Your Oscar Nomination
An article congratulating the 2018 Oscar nominees including Steve James.
Sundance 2018: Minding the Gap & America to Me
A review of two new projects from Kartemquin Films.
My Favorite Documentaries of 2017
Part 2 of Chaz Ebert's "Best Of" list ranking the best Documentaries of 2017 in alphabetical order
Heartland Film Festival to Honor Rob Reiner, Alan Ladd Jr., Chaz Ebert
An article about this year's Heartland Film Festival, running October 12-22.
