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Bryce Chismire
Nov 7, 202421 min read
Joker: Folie à Deux - Adults Only
After the first film shocked the world, its fans cried foul over its sequel’s creative detours. Are they right…or are they just plain crazy?
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Bryce Chismire
Aug 12, 202428 min read
Deadpool & Wolverine - Adults Only
After two breakthrough hits, and now trickling into the prestigious MCU, what awaits Deadpool? There's Wolverine, sure, but that ain't all!
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Bryce Chismire
Jun 8, 202415 min read
Deadpool 2 - Part II - Adults Only
Deadpool 2 worked well enough to afford two extra versions of the film. Who knew? One went all out, and the other…did…not…? I'll explain.
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Bryce Chismire
Jun 8, 202420 min read
Deadpool 2 - Part I - Adults Only
Continuing his first film's hot streaks, the 'Merc with a Mouth' returns more vulgar and violent than ever…but wow! It ain't without heart.
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Bryce Chismire
Apr 30, 202415 min read
Deadpool - Adults Only
A massive departure from your everyday superhero, what does this 'Merc with a Mouth' let loose to make his debut film such a breakthrough?
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Bryce Chismire
Jan 31, 202425 min read
For All Mankind - Season 4 – Adults Only
From the Earth to the Moon, Mars, and an asteroid in 2003. What does it say of NASA's long-term space mission in the show's fourth outing?
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Bryce Chismire
Sep 5, 202318 min read
Lolita (1962)
It started as a controversial novel, and then it became an equally risky film. How did this fare in the Hays Code era? How about nowadays?
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Bryce Chismire
Nov 9, 202219 min read
Avatar (2009), Part II - Adults Only
I’ll admit it: for all its visual splendor, Avatar didn’t really click with me. But the reason why isn’t what you’d think. Confessing time…
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Bryce Chismire
Aug 28, 202223 min read
For All Mankind — Season 3 — Adults Only
It’s the 1990s, and after soaring to the Moon, it’s off to Mars they go! And guess what? It guarantees as many surprises as it does thrills.
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Bryce Chismire
Aug 21, 202218 min read
The Offer – Adults Only
In the late 60s, Albert Ruddy turned a Mafia book into what's to become one of the greatest films of all time. Where does this offer stand?
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Bryce Chismire
Aug 7, 202215 min read
Russian Doll — Season 2 — Adults Only
Four years ago, Nadia humorously explored life's mysteries through time loops. Now she's going at it again through time travels. All aboard!
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Bryce Chismire
Jun 12, 202213 min read
The Catcher in the Rye - Novel
This tale of a lonely teenager wandering in New York City aroused adoration and infamy. Let me tell you why I see it as anything but phony.
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Bryce Chismire
Apr 17, 202215 min read
Neon Genesis Evangelion (Netflix)
After slipping under the radar for years, NGE made a comeback via Netflix with an all-new dub…whose shortcomings left its fans irate. Why?
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Bryce Chismire
Feb 23, 202223 min read
The End of Evangelion - Adults Only
26 episodes, with the last 2 being the most divisive, and it all led to this. Is this the longed-for saving grace fit for NGE and its fans?
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Bryce Chismire
Dec 6, 20218 min read
The Godfather Part III (Part II) - Adults Only
After two iconic masterpieces, The Godfather Part III had divided audiences. Later, it was reedited as Coppola intended. Did he succeed?
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Bryce Chismire
Nov 23, 202118 min read
The Godfather Part III (Part I) - Adults Only
Was one flawed actress bad enough to tarnish The Godfather's legacy? I actually saw plenty to admire about this third outing, so…maybe not.
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Bryce Chismire
Oct 29, 202114 min read
The Godfather: Part II - Adults Only
Now, here’s an offer you can’t refuse: a sequel that’s hailed as being equal to, if not better than, a film that's already a masterpiece.
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Bryce Chismire
Oct 28, 20219 min read
Gerald's Game (Novel) - Adults Only - Pre-Halloween Review
A lady held captive by handcuffs in the bed and the inner demons in her head. How did Stephen King boost the thrills in such a simple story?
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Bryce Chismire
Sep 26, 202111 min read
Lolita - Novel - Adults Only
Articulate enrapturement gave it acclaim. Subjective repulsion gave it fame. What makes this novel the controversial classic it has become?
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Bryce Chismire
Sep 20, 202114 min read
The Godfather (1972) - Adults Only
Leaping from the pages of Puzo to the reels of Coppola,it became one of the most game-changing films of all time. How did it work its magic?
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