Gene Siskel quotes

Gene Siskel was an American film critic, best known for co-hosting the popular movie review television show "Siskel & Ebert." His insightful and candid reviews influenced generations of moviegoers and critics alike. He became a respected voice in film criticism and a prominent figure in popular culture. Here are 12 of his quotes:

They know they got the TV ad, they know they got the name recognition, they know that they can do a tie in with McDonald's or some fast food outlet and the money is just gonna flow in.

Gene Siskel

I'm not surprised that Spielberg was able to capture the heroism of Schindler; so many of his movies are about the better part of mankind.

Gene Siskel

The result is a picture that represents so much of what I want and rarely get from a movie - a couple of hours filled with characters who are as exciting as the people I know in real life.

Gene Siskel

John Goodman is more that just a big guy, he's a wonderful actor.

Gene Siskel

In fact, Cannonball Run II. I used to pick that as the worst movie ever made.

Gene Siskel

The only actor who I think probably might have possibly taken a swing at me if he could have would be Burt Reynolds. He used to call Roger and me the Bruise Brothers, out of Chicago.

Gene Siskel

But you know, really, if you think about it Roger and I and all critics really have one absolute essential part of our credentials and that is that you believe that that is actually what we think.

Gene Siskel

For my 50th birthday, I got ahold of a new print of 'Saturday Night Fever.' I see it much more as a tough coming-of-age movie than as a disco story.

Gene Siskel

After 27 years, I walked out of my first one a few months ago. Black Sheep with Chris Farley.

Gene Siskel

We don't pretend to disagree.

Gene Siskel