Two Weeks in the Midday Sun: A Cannes Notebook

I could not put this book down. It is like going on vacation with a wonderful friend with lots of information. He knows everybody and can tell you the background of films.

Interesting stories but a bit jumbled.

An incredible read for while your in Cannes - I read mostly between the Martinez and Le Voilier. The book is that much more worthwhile if you are familiar with the ins and outs of the streets and scenes of Cannes. A good read if you want an insiders perspective on what takes place behind the scenes at the film festival. What overall makes the book worthwhile is there is a genuine authenticity to the author. Summed up: no one wants to be here, yet we all must be here, and this is how we get by. A great primer on first world problems.

It's truly a shame that Roger Ebert didn't write any fiction. This book should have been, and still needs to be made into a film. For anyone who loves the critical mind and process of Ebert's writing, I suggest that you read this book. You will not be disappointed.

The humor of the book is great as well as the insights into film theory and history. If you are looking for a book which gives you an impression of the festival without going to France, look no further

I just saw the movie about Roger Ebert life and it motivatedme to find this book and buy it immediatelyit's hilarioussarcasticsomeone who went to Cannes for 12 years a few weeks at a timehe said "it adds up to living there for six months"he has the industry insight with his particular twist of humorlove the stories

Since Roger Ebert covered this festival so well in 1987, I feel as if I've already been there without having to experience any of the annoyances of trying to do it in person. He does a bit of everything while there, from covering the obvious stars and star-studded events to seeking out the unknown, eccentric, artistic characters, plus fast buck artists, who also attend. He even admits he has to view the movies again back in the USA because the conditions of seeing them at Cannes tend to be adverse. Ebert, known primarily for his television review show, is even a better writer than he is a speaker. You will treasure and keep this book.Visit my blog with link given on my profile page here or use this phonetically given URL (livingasseniors dot blogspot dot com). Friday's entry will always be weekend entertainment recs from my 5 star Amazon reviews in film, tv, books and music. These are very heavy on buried treasures and hidden gems. My blogspot is published on Monday, Wednesday & Friday.

Truly excellent. I can read Roger Ebert all day. As well as a fascinating insight into the workings of late 80s Cannes, this reads like a novel. For example. He explains that he sketches the trees as he drinks his morning coffee at the café. Not to practice his drawing but to force himself to look at the trees properly and to truly experience it. He lived his life and made the most of every moment. Really significant book, a keeper.