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97th Oscars Recap
A few missteps aside, the Oscars came back with a new host, and he’s not all that injected an electrifying force to this year’s ceremony!
Bryce Chismire
Mar 811 min read
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Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Adults Only
This film looks at relationships internally and externally expertly, but it took more than its surreal mental imagery to work its magic.
Bryce Chismire
Feb 2716 min read
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The Breakfast Club - Valentine's Day Review
At the height of the ‘Brat Pack’ era, John Hughes surprised audiences with this unconventional high school film. Lend an ear and see how.
Bryce Chismire
Feb 1420 min read
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Coming Soon in 2025...
Well, I thought I would have gotten my review of Green Eggs and Ham all squared away soon, but there are still some kinks I have to work...
Bryce Chismire
Jan 311 min read
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Once Upon a Time in America - Adults Only
After going through many iterations wherever it was released, what does Sergio Leone’s swan song unleash within the gangster film pantheon?
Bryce Chismire
Jan 2026 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Dec 20, 202423 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Dec 20, 202425 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Nov 25, 202421 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Nov 23, 202421 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Nov 7, 202421 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Oct 31, 202428 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Oct 24, 202429 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Oct 17, 202421 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Oct 9, 202426 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Oct 3, 202430 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Sep 11, 202416 min read
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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!
Bryce Chismire
Aug 12, 202428 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Aug 12, 202422 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Jul 12, 202427 min read
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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…
Bryce Chismire
Jul 4, 202423 min read
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