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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?
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bchismire
- Nov 9, 2022
- 19 min
Avatar (2009), Part II - Adults Only
I’ll admit it: for all its visual splendor, Avatar didn’t really click with me. But the reason why isn’t what you’d think. Confessing time…
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bchismire
- Aug 28, 2022
- 23 min
For All Mankind — Season 3 — Adults Only
It’s the 1990s, and after soaring to the Moon, it’s off to Mars they go! And guess what? It guarantees as many surprises as it does thrills.
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bchismire
- Aug 21, 2022
- 18 min
The Offer – Adults Only
In the late 60s, Albert Ruddy turned a Mafia book into what's to become one of the greatest films of all time. Where does this offer stand?
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bchismire
- Aug 7, 2022
- 15 min
Russian Doll — Season 2 — Adults Only
Four years ago, Nadia humorously explored life's mysteries through time loops. Now she's going at it again through time travels. All aboard!
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bchismire
- Jun 13, 2022
- 13 min
The Catcher in the Rye - Novel
This tale of a lonely teenager wandering in New York City aroused adoration and infamy. Let me tell you why I see it as anything but phony.
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bchismire
- Apr 17, 2022
- 15 min
Neon Genesis Evangelion (Netflix)
After slipping under the radar for years, NGE made a comeback via Netflix with an all-new dub…whose shortcomings left its fans irate. Why?
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bchismire
- Feb 23, 2022
- 23 min
The End of Evangelion - Adults Only
26 episodes, with the last 2 being the most divisive, and it all led to this. Is this the longed-for saving grace fit for NGE and its fans?
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bchismire
- Dec 6, 2021
- 8 min
The Godfather Part III (Part II) - Adults Only
After two iconic masterpieces, The Godfather Part III had divided audiences. Later, it was reedited as Coppola intended. Did he succeed?
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bchismire
- Nov 23, 2021
- 18 min
The Godfather Part III (Part I) - Adults Only
Was one flawed actress bad enough to tarnish The Godfather's legacy? I actually saw plenty to admire about this third outing, so…maybe not.
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bchismire
- Oct 29, 2021
- 14 min
The Godfather: Part II - Adults Only
Now, here’s an offer you can’t refuse: a sequel that’s hailed as being equal to, if not better than, a film that's already a masterpiece.
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bchismire
- Oct 28, 2021
- 9 min
Gerald's Game (Novel) - Adults Only - Pre-Halloween Review
A lady held captive by handcuffs in the bed and the inner demons in her head. How did Stephen King boost the thrills in such a simple story?
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bchismire
- Sep 26, 2021
- 10 min
Lolita - Novel - Adults Only
Articulate enrapturement gave it acclaim. Subjective repulsion gave it fame. What makes this novel the controversial classic it has become?
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bchismire
- Sep 20, 2021
- 14 min
The Godfather (1972) - Adults Only
Leaping from the pages of Puzo to the reels of Coppola,it became one of the most game-changing films of all time. How did it work its magic?
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bchismire
- May 3, 2021
- 14 min
South Park: Bigger, Longer, & Uncut - ADULTS ONLY
Based on the hit TV show, how well did this movie fare at a time when animated musicals were in their prime?
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bchismire
- Feb 1, 2021
- 1 min
Coming Soon in 2021...
As we pray for the end of the Covid-19 and better things to come this year, be on the lookout for these hits as critiqued by good ol' me.
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bchismire
- Aug 7, 2020
- 9 min
M*A*S*H (1970)
Insanity and hijinks in medical war grounds. What could go wrong? Nothing. How did this film make such opposite extremes work well together?
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bchismire
- Mar 26, 2020
- 7 min
Russian Doll - Season 1 - ADULTS ONLY
A Netflix show that took a page, in a dark way, from Groundhog Day. Looks like the same old dose of such classic comedy. Or so I thought...
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bchismire
- Jan 30, 2020
- 8 min
For All Mankind - Season 1
One of Apple TV+'s founding TV shows, about standing your ground, even while on the Moon. Does it reach the stars...yet?
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bchismire
- Dec 29, 2019
- 8 min
The Irishman: or, I Heard You Paint Houses
Martin Scorsese’s latest masterpiece, which happens to be exclusive to Netflix. How tall does it stand compared to his other classic hits?
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