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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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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…
Bryce Chismire
Jun 24, 202431 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Jun 23, 202422 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Jun 16, 202421 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Jun 8, 202415 min read
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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.
Bryce Chismire
Jun 8, 202420 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Apr 30, 202415 min read
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Twister (1996)
Emerging as the disaster film craze picked up steam in the mid-90s, is there more here besides stunning sound and visuals that blew me away?
Bryce Chismire
Apr 14, 202417 min read
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Dune - Part Two – Easter Review
After making the magic happen with the first half of Dune, what did Denis Villeneuve have in store as he covered its long-awaited last half?
Bryce Chismire
Mar 31, 202424 min read
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Dune - Part One – St. Patrick's Day Review
Dune struggled to visually make a splash in film and TV…but once Denis Villeneuve worked his magic on its components, the rest was history.
Bryce Chismire
Mar 17, 202423 min read
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96th Oscars Recap
From the funny moments onstage to some glorious victories, which films from 2023 reigned supreme?
Bryce Chismire
Mar 15, 20248 min read
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Coming Soon in 2024...
Let's see what you've got, 2024.
Bryce Chismire
Feb 1, 20241 min read
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Rudy - Director's Cut
For its real-life foundations and uplifting message, Rudy became a sports classic. 30 years later, does its new director's cut reaffirm it?
Bryce Chismire
Jan 28, 202410 min read
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Wish (2023)
After 100 years,Disney capped its centennial with this original fairy tale. Does its creativity show or has its tributes hindered its magic?
Bryce Chismire
Jan 5, 202417 min read
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The Marvels
Captain Marvel's debut sparked controversy, whereas Ms. Marvel's debut was warmly embraced. What does that say about their team-up followup?
Bryce Chismire
Jan 5, 202417 min read
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Batman: Mask of the Phantasm - 30th Anniversary Review
Despite struggling under the animated bulk, how might this Batman: TAS film's perception of the Caped Crusader put his other films to shame?
Bryce Chismire
Dec 25, 202328 min read
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Mrs. Doubtfire - 30th Anniversary Review
Back then, it was modest. Now, it's a tad questionable. But after Aladdin, Robin Williams' role here made him an icon all over again. How?
Bryce Chismire
Nov 24, 202325 min read
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The Nightmare Before Christmas - 30th Anniversary Review
What's this? I can't believe my eyes! I must be dreaming. Wake up, Bryce, this is insane! An ode to both Halloween AND Christmas that works?
Bryce Chismire
Oct 29, 202327 min read
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Rudy - 30th Anniversary Review
Against all odds, underling Rudy Reutigger won with the Fighting Irish in 1975. This film validates such inspiration, but how, and how else?
Bryce Chismire
Oct 15, 202320 min read
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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?
Bryce Chismire
Sep 5, 202318 min read
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