Ebertfest Day One

Opening night was rather uneventful. The biggest news is that we were able to get in without getting too wet, and I was interviewed by channel 3, though I expect my ramblings did not make the cut. WGN and Fox Chicago also were in attendance for the pre-show waiting. Ebert looked better and much more energetic than I was expecting. Only his voice seemed to be holding him back from his usual hosting duties. As he predicted the paparazzi exploited the opportunity. Actually just a paparazzo, who was snapping pics as Ebert left the theater. Christy thought it was quite rude, but at least the guy kept his distance and was gone after 3 flashes.