Warning: this post contains personal discussions about ongoing American politics. Read at your own discretion.

Behold, an Oscar ceremony like no other! But did that amount to a satisfactory bowtie for cinema of a year like 2020?

When we think of criminal activities, we think mostly of capital punishments to remedy them. But is it really the way to go, as Helen asks?

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.

Borrowing some of the same formulas as Ghostbusters thanks to Ivan Reitman, but with aliens, did it achieve more than it was expected to?

Its story of the first Mars expedition feels shallow, and it’s...held aloft by Harland Williams and his sense of humor? How’s that possible?

Nathan Lane and Lee Evans chasing down a mouse. Sounds like a promising recipe for comedic slapstick...depending on where its footing lies.

Michael Jordan and the Looney Tunes gearing up for the ultimate basketball game. Does that make it a charming flick or a stylized mishmash?

Ron Howard's take on the classic Dr. Seuss story. Subject to cult status, but also contempt, this movie might mean a little bit more…right?

One of Wes Anderson's most creative films started off strong. But its predictions of the future may have been more on point than we thought.

2020. What could be more frustrating or challenging than that?

Hello! I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! As we prepare ourselves for the Christmas season and the last few moments of 2020 before...

Let's get down to business and critique this flick. Built up, praised, and laughed at, does this remake click?

A saga from a graphic novel series based off of one of the most popular video games of all time...actually had a profound effect on me? How?

The current events has been extraordinary, so I'll take a break from my usual reviewing and share my thoughts on what’s going on right now.

The classic film from the early 90s that stuck to its environmental message like glue. Does that make it into a worthwhile flick?

Congratulations to the following films and individuals who triumphed at the 92nd Oscars today!

Well, the Oscar nominations have been announced this morning, and I found the list of nominations to be very interesting and surprising,...

As 2019 draws to a close, The Screened Word is already anticipating the chance to critique some intriguing movies, shows, and all sorts...

Martin Scorsese’s latest masterpiece, which happens to be exclusive to Netflix. How tall does it stand compared to his other classic hits?