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Bryce Chismire

Dec 25, 202327 min read

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

Nov 24, 202325 min read

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

Oct 28, 202327 min read

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

Jul 16, 202319 min read

Free Willy - 30th Anniversary Review

At a time when environmental issues were all the rage, this came along and made a splash. How did it connect to so many people? And to me?

Bryce Chismire

Jun 10, 202322 min read

Jurassic Park - 30th Anniversary Review

This film swept audiences off their feet, and the dinosaur craze boomed. CGI advancements aside, it's what lurks beneath them that has bite.

Bryce Chismire

Apr 6, 202321 min read

The Sandlot - 30th Anniversary Review

With its simplicity and glories of childhood's summer adventures, this baseball classic grew into a legend. Let's take a look and see how.

Bryce Chismire

Feb 3, 202317 min read

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey - 30th Anniversary Review

Before Disney banked on its live action remakes, we had its (2nd) take on Sheila Burnford’s classic. Yet, what it offers makes it special.

Bryce Chismire

Feb 13, 202215 min read

Sleepless in Seattle - Valentine's Day Review

This rom-com became a classic for abiding by its own rules. Were Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan the reason it worked? Or may there be more to it?