Like any year, 2024 went through some major ups and downs. Only in this case, it ain’t because of the Presidential Election.

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?

Historic liberties notwithstanding, is there more to this take on Anna Leonowens’ and King Mongkut’s negotiations than meets the eye or ear?

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.

9/11 changed our country forever, but for all the devastation it caused, it was not entirely hopeless. This film proves it…masterfully.

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…

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.

Yann Martel broke through after writing this survival tale of a boy and a tiger. Let me tell you how it touched me so deeply since my youth.

From the funny moments onstage to some glorious victories, which films from 2023 reigned supreme?

Let's see what you've got, 2024.

For its real-life foundations and uplifting message, Rudy became a sports classic. 30 years later, does its new director's cut reaffirm it?

After 100 years,Disney capped its centennial with this original fairy tale. Does its creativity show or has its tributes hindered its magic?

Captain Marvel's debut sparked controversy, whereas Ms. Marvel's debut was warmly embraced. What does that say about their team-up followup?

Censorship. Hollywood labor unions. Wildfires. Anniversaries. Reconstructions. It sounds pretty topsy-turvy for a year like this, you think?

Besides making me go "feed me", this reinvigorated reimagining of the cheesy B-movie from 1960 grew to be a classic all its own. Here's why.

Against all odds, underling Rudy Reutigger won with the Fighting Irish in 1975. This film validates such inspiration, but how, and how else?

Cat in the Hat? Grinch? Watch out. He's coming for you! Seemingly innocent, and colorful, too, what this story unpacks may surprise you.

At its 80th outing, what new triumphs emerged at the Golden Globes for the best of 2022?

Despite its innocent tone, Song of the South’s ethnic portrayals contributed to its long-lasting controversy. Is its reputation justified?

Is this one of the most racist films Disney ever made? Or would its childlike and oral wonders beg to differ? Only one way to find out…