![]() The passing of Roger Ebert, acclaimed by many as the finest and fairest film essayist and reviewer of all time, was one of the driving forces in the creation of this little film blog, with Eddie and I wishing to continue a grand legacy in our own, less articulated way. ![]() No doubt Margaret and David are here passionately discussing film over a hot brew, a favourite past time of theirs ![]() Our weeks will never again feel quite the same knowing now that At the Movies is but a memory but we are forever thankful for the years we had to enjoy such a lovingly made and respectable program. We here at J and E count ourselves as long-time fans and feel a strong gratitude towards Margaret and David for their efforts over the many years to keep us informed and entertained regarding all things movies. Often champions of Australian films and film-makers, Margaret and David were more than film critics, they were champions of the medium and losing them will without doubt leave an unfillable hole in our industry. Their weekly chats, interviews and yearly Cannes Film Festival specials were highlights of the movie scene in the country and their knowledge of all films great and small could never be faulted. ![]() Margaret Pomeranz and David Stratton – the duo that made At the Movies so watchable for 28 years.Ī huge void has appeared in the Australian film scene this week with the retirement of Margaret and David and the ending of their show At the Movies after a hugely successful 28 years on our screens.
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