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Opinion: Roger that! Nollywood needs film critics

by Nnaemeka Ijioma For a bustling film industry (the third largest in the world), Nollywood lacks critics with the knowledge, the panache, the boldness and professionalism of proper film critics. “Is the movie good? Is it bad? Does it matter? It is what it is and occupies a world where the stars don’t... Read More

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April 5, 2013

The sun sets: Legendary film critic, Roger Ebert dies of cancer at 70

Legendary film critic Roger Ebert has died at the age of 70, reports the Chicago Sun-Times. On April 2, Ebert revealed on his blog that his cancer had returned and that he would be reducing his reviewing duties at the Chicago Sun-Times. Ebert wrote that he would be taking a “leave of presence,” as he underwent radiation treatment,... Read More