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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?
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- Oct 28
- 27 min
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?
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- Oct 14
- 20 min
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?
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- Sep 5
- 18 min
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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- Jul 16
- 19 min
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?
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- Jul 15
- 23 min
Elemental
This is just your everyday romantic comedy with dazzling animation, right? I thought so, too, but it turns out it's the tip of the iceberg.
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- Jul 4
- 13 min
Ben and Me - 4th of July Review
What happens when you pair up Benjamin Franklin with an articulate mouse in a Disney cartoon? Honestly, a lot more than you would imagine.
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- Jun 10
- 22 min
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.
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- Apr 28
- 9 min
The Lorax - Arbor Day Review (in Rhyme)
Cat in the Hat? Grinch? Watch out. He's coming for you!
Seemingly innocent, and colorful, too,
what this story unpacks may surprise you.
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- Apr 21
- 26 min
Princess Mononoke - Earth Day Review
Never straying from Hayao Miyazaki's trademark wonders despite its bloodshed, what sprouted from beneath its surface more than bears fruit.
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- Apr 6
- 21 min
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.
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- Apr 6
- 15 min
SHAZAM! Fury of the Gods
The Big Red Cheese and his superpowered family are back and at 'em to face magical foes…only this time, the humor and depth are nigh missed.
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- Mar 13
- 5 min
95th Oscars Recap
From animal cameos to history being made among new and returning stars alike, what snubs and surprises awaited us at the Oscars for 2022?
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- Feb 26
- 14 min
Dead Man Walking
Sister Helen Prejean's counsels with death-row inmates shone brightly in life. In film,Tim Robbins brought it to life with stunning results.
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- Feb 12
- 12 min
Groundhog Day - 30th Anniversary Review
Groundhog Day, the holiday, is a quaint tradition. Groundhog Day, the movie, synonymized it with time loops. How did it strike such a chord?
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- Feb 3
- 17 min
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.
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- Jan 29
- 30 min
Avatar: The Way of Water
James Cameron finally returns to Pandora with Avatar's long-awaited sequel, which explores its seas. Was its 13-year germination worth it?
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- Jan 10
- 5 min
80th Golden Globe Awards Recap
At its 80th outing, what new triumphs emerged at the Golden Globes for the best of 2022?
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- Jan 8
- 17 min
Song of the South - Review, Part II
Despite its innocent tone, Song of the South’s ethnic portrayals contributed to its long-lasting controversy. Is its reputation justified?
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- Jan 6
- 23 min
A Christmas Story Christmas - Epiphany Review
Ralphie Parker, now an adult, sought the perfect Christmas. Is this sequel to the original classic a trip through memory lane worth taking?
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