As we’ve been discussing all day, the foundations of traditional movie reviewing may be cracking, but there are monuments on the Acropolis of film criticism who endure.
(AP) Roger Ebert is becoming an honorary life member of the Directors Guild of America.
The announcement Tuesday from the top union representing Hollywood filmmakers says Ebert is receiving the honor at the guild’s Jan. 31 awards dinner.
“From the blockbuster to the tiny independent film, Roger Ebert has devoted his career to sharing his love of film with generations of moviegoers,” says guild President Michael Apted. “In doing so, he’s kept directors on their toes for more than 40 years.”