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Casablanca continues to resonate as an enduring love story steeped in sacrifice and duty. Ebert’s reflections on this classic reveal not just a tale of romance, but an exploration of moral choices during tumultuous times. Humphrey Bogart’s Rick is a character defined by layers—cynical yet deeply feeling. The film's exploration of timing and fate in human relationships lends it a timeless quality, reminding audiences of the complexities of love and sacrifice in the face of war.