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Roger Ebert is a national treasure. He is the most recognizable and well known movie critic. He has been my favorite writer for some time now. I do not always agree with his opinions, which is my right, but he always backs them up. He is not someone who will say that such and such about movie X is bad and leave it at that - he will give the reasons for his thought process.

Roger Ebert#109

CriticismIntegrityReasoningRespect

About this quote

What does it mean?
Ebert is respected for backing opinions with reasoned arguments rather than bare statements.
In plain terms
He explains why he likes or dislikes a movie.
What can you take from it?
Support your opinions with reasons.

Where it applies

  • writing reviews
  • debating art

Putting it to work

  • justify your stance
  • explain your taste

Questions to consider

  • How do you back up your own opinions?

Another view

Reasoning does not guarantee agreement.

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