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Bryce Chismire
Dec 20, 202423 min read
Moana 2
Moana sailed its way into many Disney fans’ hearts and thus bore this sequel. Does it boldly go where the last film never sailed before?
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Bryce Chismire
Dec 20, 202425 min read
The Lion King II: Simba's Pride
Released among Disney’s now-dismissed DTV lineup, this film roared its way into appreciative consciousness. Does it do the first film proud?
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Bryce Chismire
Nov 24, 202421 min read
Moana - Re-Review
This film entranced Disney fans the world over…shortly after Zootopia did. The answer as to how lies in something familiar, but refreshing.
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Bryce Chismire
Nov 23, 202421 min read
The Pagemaster
It’s seen as a cult classic that tried to preach the values of reading. Sadly, it went through some stumbles, but it ain’t on the animation.
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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
Oct 30, 202428 min read
Little Shop of Horrors (1986) - Halloween Review
Splashy yet unearthly, this musical leapt forth on stage, blossomed in the big screen, and whetted appetites everywhere…as mine had been.
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Bryce Chismire
Oct 23, 202429 min read
Flower Drum Song
A standout back then, but revolutionary now, how did Rodgers and Hammerstein’s graceful touch fare for C.Y. Lee’s breakthrough story?
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Bryce Chismire
Oct 16, 202421 min read
Fiddler on the Roof (1971)
As New Hollywood grew, this film flourished with zest, humor, and melodic intrigue. But does it capture the spirit of the musical? And how?
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Bryce Chismire
Oct 9, 202426 min read
The King and I
Historic liberties notwithstanding, is there more to this take on Anna Leonowens’ and King Mongkut’s negotiations than meets the eye or ear?
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Bryce Chismire
Oct 2, 202430 min read
The Sound of Music
Dubbed as ‘the happiest sound in all the world’, this Best Picture-winning film became the happiest sound of my childhood…and so much more.
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Bryce Chismire
Sep 10, 202416 min read
United 93 - 9/11 Review
9/11 changed our country forever, but for all the devastation it caused, it was not entirely hopeless. This film proves it…masterfully.
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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
Aug 12, 202422 min read
Twisters
After 28 years, this followup to the 1996 disaster classic emerged. I felt it. I chased it. It didn't stun or suck. It sucked me in instead.
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Bryce Chismire
Jul 12, 202427 min read
Inside Out 2
Inside Out is a modern classic, so could this sequel possibly have it in it to further its ideas? Many people said yes. Me? I say, YES…ish.
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Bryce Chismire
Jul 3, 202423 min read
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington - 4th of July Review
In the golden year of cinema, Frank Capra's tale of Americana ruffled some feathers. But after 85 years, it only grew with valor. Observe…
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Bryce Chismire
Jun 24, 202431 min read
The Lion King - 30th Anniversary Re-review
In The Screened Word's first-ever re-review…remember what this is. It's the one true Lion King. It's a masterpiece, an experience. Remember…
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Bryce Chismire
Jun 23, 202422 min read
Inside Out
What if we could see and process the voices inside our heads? This film answers such questions wondrously…but with more questions out of me.
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Bryce Chismire
Jun 15, 202421 min read
A Goofy Movie - Father’s Day Review
After achieving cartoon fame, Goofy got his own movie in 1995. Slapstick? Check. Good animation? Check. But its cool lies in something…rich.
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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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