William Nack, the esteemed thoroughbred-racing writer from Sports Illustrated whose book about Secretariat paved the way for the popular 2010 film about the legendary Triple Crown winner, has died. He was 77.
Nack died Friday at his Washington home from complications associated with cancer, his family announced.
Nack spent 23 years at Si through 2001, then penned freelance articles for ESPN, GQ and others. He received seven Eclipse Awards for excellence in writing about horse racing, the first in 1978, the last in 2003.
Nack died Friday at his Washington home from complications associated with cancer, his family announced.
Nack spent 23 years at Si through 2001, then penned freelance articles for ESPN, GQ and others. He received seven Eclipse Awards for excellence in writing about horse racing, the first in 1978, the last in 2003.
- 4/15/2018
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
We here at Sound On Sight like to release our list as late as possible in the year. The way I look at it, the list is meant to represent what our writers have watched and championed throughout the year, and so we allow our writers until the 28th of December to submit votes for their 15 favourite films in the hope of coming up with a list that truly represents the wide spectrum of movies we cover year-round. This late in the game, it is safe to assume that just about every other website has released their top picks, but we believe our list holds value, if only because it is comprised of over 50 hardcore cinephiles worldwide. That said, since our writers are spread out across the globe, it makes it difficult for a movie like Inherent Vice (which was released in only two North American cities during 2014 itself) to crack our year-end list.
- 12/28/2014
- by Staff
- SoundOnSight
Life Itself
Directed by Steve James
USA, 2014
In Roger Ebert’s memoir Life Itself, he dedicates an entire chapter to his love of Steak ‘n Shake.
“If I were on death row, my last meal would be from Steak ‘n Shake,” he explains. “If I were to take President Obama and his family to dinner and the choice was up to me, it would be Steak ‘n Shake.”
He continues in this way for some time, explaining the rules behind only ordering from the original menu, of the magic of a real milk shake, of late night trips to the one in Urbana, and he even offers a smutty joke about how those in the Midwest who eat Steak ‘n Shake have sex compared to those out West and frequent In ‘n Out Burger. Maybe you can guess how it goes.
Ebert devotes as many pages in his book to...
Directed by Steve James
USA, 2014
In Roger Ebert’s memoir Life Itself, he dedicates an entire chapter to his love of Steak ‘n Shake.
“If I were on death row, my last meal would be from Steak ‘n Shake,” he explains. “If I were to take President Obama and his family to dinner and the choice was up to me, it would be Steak ‘n Shake.”
He continues in this way for some time, explaining the rules behind only ordering from the original menu, of the magic of a real milk shake, of late night trips to the one in Urbana, and he even offers a smutty joke about how those in the Midwest who eat Steak ‘n Shake have sex compared to those out West and frequent In ‘n Out Burger. Maybe you can guess how it goes.
Ebert devotes as many pages in his book to...
- 7/2/2014
- by Brian Welk
- SoundOnSight
Picking the best movies that come out in any given year is no easy feat. For film fans, a quality feature can come out at any time, from any one, and discovering an enjoyable and well-crafted feature is truly a pleasure. As we reach the halfway point of the year, many excellent films have already made their way to theatres, films that are well worth a watch. Below, you shall find the list of the top 30 films of 2014 to date, a list that ranges from science fiction thrillers to period dramas.
A few notes to keep in mind when reading our entry: Certain films from our 2013 list make a second appearance on this list. This is because the movies, while technically released this year, were seen by a select few in time for last year’s list, due to the benefit of film festivals and press screenings. The list itself is in no particular order,...
A few notes to keep in mind when reading our entry: Certain films from our 2013 list make a second appearance on this list. This is because the movies, while technically released this year, were seen by a select few in time for last year’s list, due to the benefit of film festivals and press screenings. The list itself is in no particular order,...
- 7/1/2014
- by Ricky
- SoundOnSight
Title: Life Itself Magnolia Pictures Reviewed for Shockya by Harvey Karten. Data-based on Rotten Tomatoes Grade: A- Director: Steve James Cast: Roger Ebert, Chaz Ebert, Raven Evans, Ava Du Vernay, Ramin Bahrani, Richard Corliss, Nancy De Los Santos, Bruce Elliot, Thea Flaum, Josh Golden, Werner Herzog, Marlene Iglitzen, Donna Lapietra, Rick Kogan, John McHugh, Errol Morris, Howie Movshovitz, Gregory Nava, William Nack, Jonathan Rosenbaum, Martin Scorsese, A.O. Scott, Roger Simon Screened at: Review 2, NYC, 6/18/14 Opens: July 4, 2014 Of all recognizable film critics, Roger Ebert was not the deepest thinker, the hippest writer, the best looking, or the one most willing to upset every consensus of opinion. For [ Read More ]
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- 6/23/2014
- by Harvey Karten
- ShockYa
Ebertfest had an emotional start this year, kicking off with Steve James’ documentary Life Itself. This film, more of a memorial to Roger Ebert than a biography, examines the life and work of Ebert, along with the handful of decisions and relationships that most significantly shaped his life. It was a lovely way to begin the festival and, as James noted during the Q&A after the film, seeing it with this audience, in this theatre (Champaign, Il’s gorgeous Virginia Theatre), was a truly special experience. The Ebertfest crowd is always a warm one- they laugh louder, hold their breath longer, and applaud the crew along with the cast. They’re also passionate and canny, and it was great to see this film with an audience of people who could watch Life Itself and start chuckling right away when the outtakes of Siskel & Ebert start up, not needing the punchline to understand the dynamic.
- 4/24/2014
- by Kate Kulzick
- SoundOnSight
My friend Bill Nack and I sat in the coffee shop of the student union and chortled like escape artists. We couldn't believe our good luck. You could actually get a university degree just by reading books and writing about them! Students in other majors had to, you know, actually study. I make it sound too easy, and I sweated some exams, but now in my autumnal glow those undergraduate years are bathed in wistful nostalgia. My image is of myself walking down the quadrangle at Illinois, my shoes kicking at leaves, my briefcase containing a couple of novels, some poetry, and of course some fun reading, which could include, I recall, Herbert Gold, John Updike, Katherine Anne Porter and Playboy--for the good fiction, you understand.
Our professors were like gods. They were learned and wise and they valued poets we learned to think of in groups: The Romantics, the Metaphysicals.
Our professors were like gods. They were learned and wise and they valued poets we learned to think of in groups: The Romantics, the Metaphysicals.
- 11/16/2012
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
I want to tell you about a woman named Betty Brandenburg. You've not heard of her, but her passing must not go unremarked. I've written many times about the Conference on World Affairs at the University of Colorado at Boulder. She made it run. She dealt with the most impossible man in Colorado. She was a young widow who raised two children on her own. I met her the first year I went to Boulder, in 1969, and saw her the last time a few years ago at one of the annual Wednesday night dinners our little group held at the Red Lion Inn.
Are you wondering why I'm telling you this? Is this only something personal with me? Why am I involving you? Maybe it's because of a piece I wrote not long ago, about when we die the most important thing we leave behind is our memory, and when those who remember us die,...
Are you wondering why I'm telling you this? Is this only something personal with me? Why am I involving you? Maybe it's because of a piece I wrote not long ago, about when we die the most important thing we leave behind is our memory, and when those who remember us die,...
- 5/9/2012
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
We humans sometimes forget we aren’t the be all and end all of life on this planet. Our evolution has allowed us a brain of unrivalled capacity; the gift of conscious thought has led to the devising of culture and politics and has allowed us to form complex emotions like love, pity and hate. Scientists say the animals can’t feel those like we do. Yet there lies an endurance of such magnitude in some animals that we cannot get close to. Secretariat had that endurance. Secretariat was the best of his kind.
An American Thoroughbred racehorse, Secretariat was born in 1970. The brown stallion lived for 19 proud years and died in 1989. During his lifespan, he won close to 15 major competitions and set a number of world records on many tracks. Oh, and he had a heart rumoured to be twice the normal size. Posthumously, Secretariat has been honoured with...
An American Thoroughbred racehorse, Secretariat was born in 1970. The brown stallion lived for 19 proud years and died in 1989. During his lifespan, he won close to 15 major competitions and set a number of world records on many tracks. Oh, and he had a heart rumoured to be twice the normal size. Posthumously, Secretariat has been honoured with...
- 4/4/2011
- by Tom Barnard
- Obsessed with Film
I sent an e-mail the other day that was one of the hardest things I've ever had to write. It was to Jim Palmer and Maura Clare at the Conference on World Affairs in Boulder. I told them I wouldn't be coming back this spring. I sent it, and stared into space, and was flooded with sadness.
I don't intend to write here about the Conference, which has allowed me to live more than nine months of my life in Boulder, one week at a time. I wrote about Cwa in a 2009 blog entry titled the Leisure of the Theory Class. I need not tell you again about Howard Higman or Daddy Bruce Jr.
You will have to take my word that the week at the University of Colorado every spring was a lodestone of my life. A week of talking, listening and learning. It was at Boulder in 1975 that...
I don't intend to write here about the Conference, which has allowed me to live more than nine months of my life in Boulder, one week at a time. I wrote about Cwa in a 2009 blog entry titled the Leisure of the Theory Class. I need not tell you again about Howard Higman or Daddy Bruce Jr.
You will have to take my word that the week at the University of Colorado every spring was a lodestone of my life. A week of talking, listening and learning. It was at Boulder in 1975 that...
- 2/12/2011
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
And they’re off! Secretariat is now on Blu-ray and DVD in a wonderful combo pack. The film serves as biography of the legendary racehorse’s owner Penny Chenery, how she came to acquire the animal, and the almost impossible true story of how her champion steed became known as one of the greatest equine athletes that ever lived.
The film opens with Penny Chenery (Diane Lane), a traditional housewife and mother who is tending to her family. She then gets a call that her mother has passed away. This then results in Penny inheriting her parents’ Meadow Stables located in Virginia. Penny has no experience running a stable nor does she have any knowledge of horseracing so she enlists the help of veteran horse trainer Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich), an eccentric but highly capable individual. Joining them in their adventure is seasoned jockey Ron Turcotte (Otto Thorwarth), friend Elizabeth...
The film opens with Penny Chenery (Diane Lane), a traditional housewife and mother who is tending to her family. She then gets a call that her mother has passed away. This then results in Penny inheriting her parents’ Meadow Stables located in Virginia. Penny has no experience running a stable nor does she have any knowledge of horseracing so she enlists the help of veteran horse trainer Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich), an eccentric but highly capable individual. Joining them in their adventure is seasoned jockey Ron Turcotte (Otto Thorwarth), friend Elizabeth...
- 2/1/2011
- by Randall Unger
- JustPressPlay.net
This is a story from Rachel Estrada Ryan. It tells of the love over many years that her grandfather, Joseph Triano, has held for Secretariat. And how before he died he hoped to see the movie about the great horse. I haven't changed a word of her writing.
There's one thing I want to say. Rachel pays me compliments. The fact is, I only did one thing to help Grandpa Joe achieve his dream. I forwarded her e-mail to my old college friend Bill Nack, who is Secretariat's biographer. The movie is based on his book.
This Nack is some piece of work. You will read here about how he put in a request for the pre-release DVD of the film, and then tracked down Grandpa Joe in the Staten Island phone book and called to say the movie was on the way.      
• Rachel Estrada Ryan
Ok,...
There's one thing I want to say. Rachel pays me compliments. The fact is, I only did one thing to help Grandpa Joe achieve his dream. I forwarded her e-mail to my old college friend Bill Nack, who is Secretariat's biographer. The movie is based on his book.
This Nack is some piece of work. You will read here about how he put in a request for the pre-release DVD of the film, and then tracked down Grandpa Joe in the Staten Island phone book and called to say the movie was on the way.      
• Rachel Estrada Ryan
Ok,...
- 12/25/2010
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
We have gained access to a very exclusive clip from Secretariat. Diane Lane looks on as John Malkovich is mocked for his outlandish dress sense and the horses are lined up at the racecourse...
Against all odds, housewife and mother Penny Chenery (Diane Lane)- with the help of veteran trainer Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich)- navigates the male-dominated horseracing business, ultimately taking her horse Secretariat on a spectacular journey to become the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years, and perhaps the greatest racehorse of all time. A must-see.
This inspirational true story has been adapted from William Nack's book Secretariat: The Making of a Champion, who also had an active involvement on the film’s production. Secretariat is directed by Oscar-nominated Randall Wallace and stars a stellar cast, including: Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Dylan Walsh, Scott Glenn, Dylan Baker, Margo Martindale, and Nelsan Ellis.
Secretariat is out now.
Against all odds, housewife and mother Penny Chenery (Diane Lane)- with the help of veteran trainer Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich)- navigates the male-dominated horseracing business, ultimately taking her horse Secretariat on a spectacular journey to become the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years, and perhaps the greatest racehorse of all time. A must-see.
This inspirational true story has been adapted from William Nack's book Secretariat: The Making of a Champion, who also had an active involvement on the film’s production. Secretariat is directed by Oscar-nominated Randall Wallace and stars a stellar cast, including: Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Dylan Walsh, Scott Glenn, Dylan Baker, Margo Martindale, and Nelsan Ellis.
Secretariat is out now.
- 12/3/2010
- by jennifer.trevorrow@lovefilm.com (Jennifer Trevorrow)
- LOVEFiLM - Movie Clips
I don.t "get" horses. Dogs show affection for human companions by licking their faces, jumping on them, even pulling on the leash when they see a familiar person nearby. Even cats, known for independence, can curl up on people.s laps when the mood strikes. But while it is said that horses love to be groomed and can respond to voices, arms and legs when training for the races, they seem wholly nonchalant when petted or spoken to softly by people they know. Even the trainer can.t figure this out, the trainer in mind being Lucien Laurin (John Malkovich), famous for getting Secretariat into shape for some local races in the short run and later for the Triple Crown (Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont Stakes). Considered by some the greatest race horse of all time for having won the Big Three for the first time in twenty-five years...
- 10/10/2010
- Arizona Reporter
'Secretariat' reviews - what do the critics think? -- The movie Secretariat based on the book by William Nack comes out Friday. What are the critics saying about it? The movie is directed by Randall Wallace from a script adapted by Mike Rich. It stars Diane Lane, John Malkovich, and Scott Glenn.According to Rottentomatoes.com, 64% of the 72 reviews counted favor the movie. Among those the site calls "Top Critics," that number is actually higher at 75% from 24 reviews counted.Over at Metacritic.com, they rank the movie as "mixed or average" with a ...
- 10/8/2010
- by Connie Ann Kirk, Books on Film Examiner
- Examiner Movies Channel
At last we’re off to the races with the opening of Secretariat - the rousing tale of the 1973 Triple Crown winner and the greatest race horse of all time!
Based on the novel “Secretariat: The Making of a Champion” by William Nack, Secretariat centers on Penny Chenery (Diane Lane), Secretariat’s owner, and how she broke into the “boys only club” of thoroughbred horseracing in 1969. The real Penny Chenery, now 88, even has a cameo in the film as a spectator at the Belmont Stakes race. Walt Disney Pictures decided the time was right and put the story in the very capable hands of director Randall Wallace (Man In The Iron Mask, Braveheart screenplay) and writer Mike Rich (The Rookie). With the unbelievable, mud-in-your-face cinematography of Academy Award winner Dean Semler (Dances With Wolves) and the galloping sound work of 20 time Oscar-nominee Kevin O’Connell, Secretariat is as close...
Based on the novel “Secretariat: The Making of a Champion” by William Nack, Secretariat centers on Penny Chenery (Diane Lane), Secretariat’s owner, and how she broke into the “boys only club” of thoroughbred horseracing in 1969. The real Penny Chenery, now 88, even has a cameo in the film as a spectator at the Belmont Stakes race. Walt Disney Pictures decided the time was right and put the story in the very capable hands of director Randall Wallace (Man In The Iron Mask, Braveheart screenplay) and writer Mike Rich (The Rookie). With the unbelievable, mud-in-your-face cinematography of Academy Award winner Dean Semler (Dances With Wolves) and the galloping sound work of 20 time Oscar-nominee Kevin O’Connell, Secretariat is as close...
- 10/8/2010
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Filed under: Reviews
Diane Lane and John Malkovich star in Disney's 'Secretariat,' directed by Randall Wallace. Based on the novel 'Secretariat: The Making of a Champion' by William Nack, the movie chronicles the spectacular journey of the 1973 Triple Crown winner.
Will this adaptation do justice to the inspirational true story? Watch Mr. Moviefone's Six Second Review to find out.
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Diane Lane and John Malkovich star in Disney's 'Secretariat,' directed by Randall Wallace. Based on the novel 'Secretariat: The Making of a Champion' by William Nack, the movie chronicles the spectacular journey of the 1973 Triple Crown winner.
Will this adaptation do justice to the inspirational true story? Watch Mr. Moviefone's Six Second Review to find out.
Continue Reading...
- 10/7/2010
- by Mr Moviefone
- Moviefone
'Secretariat': Diane Lane calls Penny Chenery 'a real dame' on 'Regis and Kelly' -- Starring in the new Disney film, Secretariat, actor Diane Lane appeared on Live with Regis and Kelly Wednesday morning and talked about her real-life character, Penny Chenery. Secretariat is based on the book by William Nack, Secretariat: The Making of a Champion.Secretariat was the thoroughbred racehorse that won the Triple Crown in 1973. He was the first colt in 25 years to do it.The actor spoke about playing Secretariat's owner, Penny Tweedy Chenery, whom she...
- 10/6/2010
- by Connie Ann Kirk, Books on Film Examiner
- Examiner Movies Channel
'Secretariat' premieres in Hollywood, Lexington -- The Disney movie Secretariat, about the Triple Crown-winning racehorse of the same name, premiered in Los Angeles Thursday night. The movie is based on the book, Secretariat: The Making of a Champion by William Nack. With Hollywood duly 'premiered,' the red carpet now moves to horse country -- Lexington, Kentucky.Actors Diane Lane, John Malkovich, and many more attended the premiere in Los Angeles at the El Capitan Theatre Thursday night. It is unclear, however, which actors will make the trip across...
- 10/1/2010
- by Connie Ann Kirk, Books on Film Examiner
- Examiner Movies Channel
'Secretariat' opens October 8 -- The movie Secretariat opens October 8, 2010. The movie is based on the book about the championship racehorse, Secretariat: The Making of a Champion, by William Nack. It stars Diane Lane, John Malkovich, and Scott Glenn.The movie traces the story of how Penny Chenery rekindled her father's failing Meadow Stable and brought the world the first thoroughbred in 25 years to win the Triple Crown of horseracing -- the Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes, and Preakness. Secretariat and his team accomplished this feat back in 1973, and only two horses...
- 10/1/2010
- by Connie Ann Kirk, Books on Film Examiner
- Examiner Movies Channel
Check out new clips, broll and interviews from Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' "Secretariat." I spoke to Diane Lane who plays Secretariat's owner Penny Chenery, John Malkovich as trainer Lucien Laurin as well as director Randall Wallace for the wonderful family drama which will have you cheering. We have new clips in high definition for your viewing pleasure as well as interviews with Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Scott Glenn, James Cromwell, Dylan Walsh, Fred Dalton Thompson, Kevin Connolly, Nelsan Ellis, Eric Lange, Margo Martindale, helmer Randall Wallace and producer Mark Ciardi of Mayhem Pictures. The film opens on October 8th and is screenwritten by Mike Rich based on the book written by William Nack (played by Kevin Connolly). Mayhem are responsible for other inspirational winning dramas including "Miracle" and "Invincible."...
- 9/27/2010
- Upcoming-Movies.com
"Secretariat", the new horse racing feature from Walt Disney Pictures and Mayhem Pictures is directed by Randall Wallace, starring Diane Lane as horse owner 'Penny Chenery' and John Malkovich as horse trainer 'Lucien Laurin'.
The film is based on author William Nack's "Secretariat: The Making of a Champion", with Nack also receiving a screen credit as consultant.
Premise of the movie follows Chenery and her Us Hall of Fame racehorse, 'Secretariat' who, in 1973, became the first horse in twenty-five years to win the United States Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing, with Chenery taking over the financially troubled 'Meadow Stable' from her ailing father to guide the horse through his Triple Crown season.
The film is scheduled to be released October 8, 2010.
Click the images to enlarge and Sneak Peek "Secretariat"...
The film is based on author William Nack's "Secretariat: The Making of a Champion", with Nack also receiving a screen credit as consultant.
Premise of the movie follows Chenery and her Us Hall of Fame racehorse, 'Secretariat' who, in 1973, became the first horse in twenty-five years to win the United States Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing, with Chenery taking over the financially troubled 'Meadow Stable' from her ailing father to guide the horse through his Triple Crown season.
The film is scheduled to be released October 8, 2010.
Click the images to enlarge and Sneak Peek "Secretariat"...
- 6/10/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Being billed as “super secret,” a first screening of Disney’s Secretariat was held Tuesday evening at the Woodland Hills AMC in Southern California. Just as Wamg’s did last March with our early look of X-men Origins: Wolverine, we again had one of our La based friends in the audience. Based on William Nack’s book, “Secretariat: The Making of a Champion,” Disney’s Secretariat is the story of the famous horse that won the 1973 Triple Crown.
Here we go:
Doesn’t it seem weird that there hasn’t already been a movie made about 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat, arguably one of the greatest, or perhaps the greatest race horse of all time?
Well the folks at Disney finally decided the time was right, and put the story in the very capable hands of director Randall Wallace (Man in The Iron Mask; Braveheart scribe) and writer Mike Rich...
Here we go:
Doesn’t it seem weird that there hasn’t already been a movie made about 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat, arguably one of the greatest, or perhaps the greatest race horse of all time?
Well the folks at Disney finally decided the time was right, and put the story in the very capable hands of director Randall Wallace (Man in The Iron Mask; Braveheart scribe) and writer Mike Rich...
- 3/25/2010
- by Michelle
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
I was born at the center of the universe, and have had good fortune for all of my days. The center was located at the corner of Washington and Maple streets in Urbana, Illinois, a two-bedroom white stucco house with green canvas awnings, evergreens and geraniums in front and a white picket fence enclosing the back yard. Hollyhocks clustered thickly by the fence. There was a barbeque grill back there made by my father with stone and mortar, a dime embedded in its smokestack to mark the year of its completion.
There was a mountain ash tree in the front yard, and three more down the parking on the side of the house. These remarkable trees had white bark that could be peeled loose, and their branches were weighed down by clusters of red-orange berries. "People are always driving up and asking me about those trees," my father said. He had planted them himself,...
There was a mountain ash tree in the front yard, and three more down the parking on the side of the house. These remarkable trees had white bark that could be peeled loose, and their branches were weighed down by clusters of red-orange berries. "People are always driving up and asking me about those trees," my father said. He had planted them himself,...
- 4/22/2009
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
But don't forget: you and I reached this conclusion nearly 50 years ago, in the Union, over a cup of coffee, listening to the chimes of Altgeld Hall. So we beat on...
That cup of coffee in the Union cemented one of my oldest friendships. Bill Nack was sports editor of The Daily Illini the year I was editor. He was the editor the next year. He married the Urbana girl I dated in high school. I never made it to first base. By that time, I think he may have been able to slide into second and was taking a risky lead and keeping an eye on the pitcher. We had a lot of fun on the Daily Illini. This was in the days before ripping stuff off the web. He insisted on running stories about every major horse race. We had only one photo of a horse. We used it for every winner.
That cup of coffee in the Union cemented one of my oldest friendships. Bill Nack was sports editor of The Daily Illini the year I was editor. He was the editor the next year. He married the Urbana girl I dated in high school. I never made it to first base. By that time, I think he may have been able to slide into second and was taking a risky lead and keeping an eye on the pitcher. We had a lot of fun on the Daily Illini. This was in the days before ripping stuff off the web. He insisted on running stories about every major horse race. We had only one photo of a horse. We used it for every winner.
- 12/10/2008
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
Studs Terkel won a Pulitzer Prize for listening to other people's thoughts, fears and dreams. (Sun-Times photo by Rich Hein)
I got caught in the Indiana Jones whirlwind and allowed an important anniversary to pass unremarked: On May 16, Studs Terkel celebrated his 96th birthday. One of the great American lives continues to unfold. If I know Studs, the great day passed with calls and visits from friends, and the ceremonious imbibing of one (1) gin martini, very dry. I hope he has eliminated the daily cigar, but I'm not taking odds. If you don't know Studs, there are few people you can meet more easily in print. He is the greatest conversationalist I've met, the author of a shelf-full of books in which he engages people from all walks of life in thoughtful conversations about their own lives.
This life-work began with the best-seller Division Street: America, (1967), in which he talked to politicians and protestors,...
I got caught in the Indiana Jones whirlwind and allowed an important anniversary to pass unremarked: On May 16, Studs Terkel celebrated his 96th birthday. One of the great American lives continues to unfold. If I know Studs, the great day passed with calls and visits from friends, and the ceremonious imbibing of one (1) gin martini, very dry. I hope he has eliminated the daily cigar, but I'm not taking odds. If you don't know Studs, there are few people you can meet more easily in print. He is the greatest conversationalist I've met, the author of a shelf-full of books in which he engages people from all walks of life in thoughtful conversations about their own lives.
This life-work began with the best-seller Division Street: America, (1967), in which he talked to politicians and protestors,...
- 5/25/2008
- by Roger Ebert
- blogs.suntimes.com/ebert
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