The Reel Dr. Bob

JANUARY 27 2022-

DEAR FRIENDS:

JUST A FEW TECH PROBLEMS BUT INFO IS CORRECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES-

1) MUNICH: THE EDGE OF WAR- Netflix

2) DONKEYHEAD- Netflix

MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK-

1) MUNICH: THE EDGE OF WAR- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Based on the international bestseller by Robert Harris. It is Autumn 1938 and Europe stands on the brink of war. Adolf Hitler is preparing to invade Czechoslovakia and Neville Chamberlain’s government desperately seeks a peaceful solution.”

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COMING TO NETFLIX THIS WEEK ON DISC-

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NEW MOVIES IN THEATERS AND/OR STREEAMABLE-

1) MUNICH: THE EDGE OF WAR- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Based on the international bestseller by Robert Harris. It is Autumn 1938 and Europe stands on the brink of war. Adolf Hitler is preparing to invade Czechoslovakia and Neville Chamberlain’s government desperately seeks a peaceful solution.”

3) LUNANA: A YEAR IN THE CLASSROOM-  2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “An aspiring singer living with his grandmother in the capital of Bhutan dreams of getting a visa to relocate to Australia.”

1/23/22- Very good reviews for this foreign drama. TRDB. In Theaters

4) A SHOT THROUGH THE WALL– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “After shooting an innocent African-American man in Brooklyn, a Chinese-American cop wades through his guilt as he attempts to navigate the intricate and complicated worlds of media, justice, and racial politics in modern day New York.”

1/24/22- Very good reviews by the critics and poor ones from audiences. TRDB. In Theaters and various platforms including Amazon

5)  DEFINITION PLEASE– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A former spelling bee champ struggles to live up to her potential as an adult. When her estranged brother comes home, long-simmering truths boil over.”

1/23/2022- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.  Netflix

6) SALT IN MY SOUL– 2022. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes.  Based on Mallory Smith’s posthumously published memoir of the same name, Salt In My Soul offers a rare look inside the mind of a young woman trying to live fully while dying. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at the age of 3, Mallory turned to a secret diary to record her inner thoughts. Using that treasure trove of writing, and hours of audio and video discovered after her untimely death, the film is a classic coming of age story about choosing to live mindfully and joyously in the face of immense struggle.”

1/24/20 Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB  In Theaters

7) SIMPLE  PASSIION– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A mother falls into an addictive relationship with a Russian diplomat with whom she has nothing in common. “

1/24/2020- Weak reviews but it does sound interesting. TRDB

8) DONKEYHEAD-  2022.  Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A failed writer unravels after her father’s health takes a turn for the worse and her three siblings show up to handle the situation.”

1/24/2022- I really liked this movie about a family  very much. TRDB. Netflix

9) COMPARTMENT NO. 6– 2021. Synopis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A young Finnish woman escapes an enigmatic love affair in Moscow by boarding a train to the arctic port of Murmansk. Forced to share the long ride and a tiny sleeping car with a larger than life Russian miner, the unexpected encounter leads the occupants of Compartment No. 6 to face major truths about human connection.”

1/26/22- Very good reviews. TRDB. 

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MOVIES SHOWING  AT THE JACOB BURNS FIOM CENTER IN PLEASANTVILLE NY-

1) WEST SIDE STORY-

2) FLEE-

3) THE VELVET QUEEN- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In the heart of the Tibetan highlands, multi-award-winning nature photographer Vincent Munier guides writer Sylvain Tesson on his quest to document the infamously elusive snow leopard. Munier introduces Tesson to the subtle art of waiting from a blind spot, tracking animals, and finding the patience to catch sight of the beasts.”

12/24/21- Great reviews for this French documentary. TRDB.

4) THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Power-hungry Macbeth sets his sights on the Scottish throne after receiving a prophecy from three witches.”

12/24/21- Great reviews by the critics and by audiences as well. TRDB.

5) LICORICE PIZZA– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Director Paul Thomas Anderson returns to one of his favorite settings — California’s San Fernando Valley — for this coming-of-age tale about a high school student who’s also juggling the demands of being a successful child actor.”

11/28/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

MOVIES SHOWING AT THE AMC THEATER  IN DANBURY CT

1) AMERICAN UNDERDOG-

2) LICORICE PIZZA– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Director Paul Thomas Anderson returns to one of his favorite settings — California’s San Fernando Valley — for this coming-of-age tale about a high school student who’s also juggling the demands of being a successful child actor.”

11/28/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

3) BELFAST- I liked this movie.

4) PARALLEL MOTHERS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Two women, Janis and Ana, coincide in a hospital room where they are going to give birth. Both are single and became pregnant by accident. Janis, middle-aged, doesn’t regret it and she is exultant. The other, Ana, an adolescent, is scared, repentant and traumatized..”

12/24/21- Excellent reviews for this Spanish drama. TRDB.

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MOVIES SHOWING IN PALM BEACJH Co FLORIDA

A) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON

1) A HERO– 1/6/21- Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Rahim (Amir Jadidi) is in prison because of a debt he was unable to repay. During a two-day leave, he tries to convince his creditor (Mohsen Tanabandeh) to withdraw his complaint against the payment of part of the sum. But things don’t go as planned…”

1/6/22- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.

2) PARALLEL MOTHERS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Two women, Janis and Ana, coincide in a hospital room where they are going to give birth. Both are single and became pregnant by accident. Janis, middle-aged, doesn’t regret it and she is exultant. The other, Ana, an adolescent, is scared, repentant and traumatized..”

12/24/21- Excellent reviews for this Spanish drama. TRDB.

3) A TASTE OF HUNGER–

4) FLEE–

5) THE VELVET QUEEN–

B) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH (Wed–Sun))

1) PARALLEL MOTHERS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Two women, Janis and Ana, coincide in a hospital room where they are going to give birth. Both are single and became pregnant by accident. Janis, middle-aged, doesn’t regret it and she is exultant. The other, Ana, an adolescent, is scared, repentant and traumatized..”

12/24/21- Excellent reviews for this Spanish drama. TRDB.

2) WEST SIDE STORY–

3) HOUSE OF GUCCI

C) THE MOVIES OF DELRAY- Same as LAKE WORTH ABOVE

D) THE STONZEK THEATER IN DOWNTOWN LAKE WORTH

1) POTATO DREAMS OF AMERICA

DECEMBER 2, 2021-

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) THE HUMANS–

2) BURNING–

3) BELFAST–

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK-

1) THE HUMANS– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this affecting drama set at a shabby Manhattan duplex, Brigid Blake and her family gather for a Thanksgiving celebration. But as the evening progresses, grievances are aired, and tensions soon begin to rise.”

Rotten Tomatoes had this to say—  “Erik Blake has gathered three generations of his Pennsylvania family to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter’s apartment in lower Manhattan. As darkness falls outside and eerie things start to go bump in the night, the group’s deepest fears are laid bare. The piercingly funny and haunting debut film from writer-director Stephen Karam, adapted from his Tony Award-winning play, The Humans explores the hidden dread of a family and the love that binds them together.”

11/27/21- Excellent reviews for this movie. TRDB.

11/28/21- I liked the movie but less than the critics did. TRDB.

2) BURNING– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Burning takes an unflinching look at the unprecedented and catastrophic Australian bushfires of 2019-2020, known as ‘Black Summer.’ Fueled by climate change, the nation’s hottest and driest summer ever recorded resulted in bushfires that burned over 59 million acres, killed an estimated three billion animals, and affected millions of Australians.”

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MOVIES COMING TO NETFLIX THIS WEEK ON A DISC- RELEASING ON 12/14/21

1) THE CARD COUNTER– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Now making his living as a card shark, military veteran William Tell ekes out a meager existence on the casino circuit. But when a troubled young man seeks Tell’s help in exacting revenge on a mutual foe, he finds himself facing his dark past.”

9/9/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.

2) HOLLER–  2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “With her Ohio manufacturing town dying, Ruth Avery may have a ticket out as she’s accepted at a prestigious college. But after joining her brother on a scrap metal crew to raise the tuition, Ruth has second thoughts about leaving her family.”

6/13/21- Very good reviews. TRDB.

3) JUNGLE CRUISE– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Inspired by the classic Disneyland ride, this action-adventure follows persevering scientist Lily Houghton in her search for a fabled tree with healing properties — a quest that takes her into the Amazon jungle with an intrepid riverboat captain.”

7/31/21- Weak reviews by the critics and very good ones by audiences. TRDB.

10/7/21- Something for everyone in this clever. humorous action packed movie. I liked it. TRDB.

4) THE EYES OF TAMMY FAYE- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Dressed to the nines and with a face full of paint, Tammy Faye Bakker preaches a gospel of acceptance and prosperity on “The PTL Club.” But her fall from grace is swift and precipitous after she and her hubby, Jim, are rocked by a series of scandals.”

9/15/21- Fair reviews for this drama. TRDB.

5) SOUTH OF HEAVEN– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Convicted felon Jimmy gets early parole after serving twelve years for armed robbery. Upon his release he vows to give his girlfriend Annie, who is dying of cancer, the best last year of her life.”

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NEW MOVIES IN THEATERS AND/OR STREAMING-

1) DRIVE MY CAR– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Two years after his wife’s unexpected death, Yusuke Kafuku (Hidetoshi Nishijima), a renowned stage actor and director, receives an offer to direct a production of Uncle Vanya at a theater festival in Hiroshima. There, he meets Misaki Watari (Toko Miura), a taciturn young woman assigned by the festival to chauffeur him in his beloved red Saab 900. As the production’s premiere approaches, tensions mount amongst the cast and crew, not least between Yusuke and Koji Takatsuki, a handsome TV star who shares an unwelcome connection to Yusuke’s late wife.”

11/27/21- Excellent reviews for this Japanese drama. TRDB. In Theaters

2) THE HUMANS-2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this affecting drama set at a shabby Manhattan duplex, Brigid Blake and her family gather for a Thanksgiving celebration. But as the evening progresses, grievances are aired, and tensions soon begin to rise.”

Rotten Tomatoes had this to say—  “Erik Blake has gathered three generations of his Pennsylvania family to celebrate Thanksgiving at his daughter’s apartment in lower Manhattan. As darkness falls outside and eerie things start to go bump in the night, the group’s deepest fears are laid bare. The piercingly funny and haunting debut film from writer-director Stephen Karam, adapted from his Tony Award-winning play, The Humans explores the hidden dread of a family and the love that binds them together.”

11/27/21- Excellent reviews for this movie. TRDB. In Theaters and on Showtime platforms

11/28/21- I liked the movie but less than the critics did. TRDB.

3) WRITING WITH FIRE– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In a cluttered news landscape dominated by men emerges India’s only newspaper run by Dalit women. Chief reporter Meera and her journalists break traditions, redefining what it means to be powerful.”11/27/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. In Theaters

4) BOILING POINT– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “On the busiest night of the year at one of the hottest restaurants in London, charismatic, commanding head chef Andy Jones (Stephen Graham) balances along a knife’s edge as multiple personal and professional crises threaten to destroy everything he’s worked for. A surprise visit from a health and safety inspector sets the staff on edge as the overbooked hotspot begins to fill with guests.”

11/27/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones by audiences. TRDB. On several streaming platforms

5) A BOY CALLED CHRISTMAS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “An ordinary young boy called Nikolas sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm. Taking with him a headstrong reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, Nikolas soon meets his destiny in this magical, comic and endearing story that proves nothing is impossible. Adapted from the bestselling book by Matt Haig.”

11/28/21- Fair to good reviews for this children’s movie. TRDB. On Netflix

6) KEEP SWEET-2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Warren Jeffs was the Prophet of the FLDS, an offshoot of Mormonism. Jeffs demanded absolute loyalty, and instituted complete adherence to the religion, requiring strict dress codes, banishing community celebrations and casting out followers who didn’t fall in line. His controversial reign ended with a conviction for sexual assault with underage girls, landing him in jail for life. Ten years after his arrest, those left behind attempt to rebuild their community.”

11/28/21- Just 1 review so far- from the NY Times- and it is poor. TRDB. On Discovery +

7) BURNING– 2021.Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. Burning takes an unflinching look at the unprecedented and catastrophic Australian bushfires of 2019-2020, known as ‘Black Summer.’ Fueled by climate change, the nation’s hottest and driest summer ever recorded resulted in bushfires that burned over 59 million acres, killed an estimated three billion animals, and affected millions of Australians. .

11/28/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. I saw it and I agree! TRDB.

8) ‘TWAS THE FIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In this true-life twist on a holiday fable, Jeremy Morris brings a whole new meaning to Christmas spirit when his extravagant seasonal display sparks a dispute with his neighbors that lands them all in court.”

11/28/21- Just 2 reviews for this documentary and they are both excellent. TRDB. On Apple TV +

9) LICORICE PIZZA– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Director Paul Thomas Anderson returns to one of his favorite settings — California’s San Fernando Valley — for this coming-of-age tale about a high school student who’s also juggling the demands of being a successful child actor.”

SKIP THIS–

1) BRUISED–

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MOVIES SHOWING IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY AND IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT-

A) JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER IN PLEASANTVILLE, NY

NEW-

1) BENEDETTA–  2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A 17th-century nun becomes entangled in a forbidden lesbian affair, but it’s her shocking religious visions that threaten to shake the Church to its very core.”

12/1/21- Very good reviews. TRDB.

REPEATS-

1) HOUSE OF GUCCI- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “House of Gucci is inspired by the shocking true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately… murder.”

11/24/21- Fair reviews from the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.

2) C’MON C’MON- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Johnny (Joaquin Phoenix) and his young nephew (Woody Norman) forge a tenuous but transformational relationship when they are unexpectedly thrown together in this delicate and deeply moving story about the connections between adults and children, the past and the future, from writer-director Mike Mills.”

12/1/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

3) THE FRENCH DISPATCH– Limited Screenings

4) BELFAST– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “BELFAST is a movie straight from Branagh’s own experience. A nine-year-old boy must chart a path towards adulthood through a world that has suddenly turned upside down. His stable and loving community and everything he thought he understood about life is changed forever but joy, laughter, music and the formative magic of the movies remain.”

11/10/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

12/1/21- I liked this movie very much. Lucky there were sub-titles. TRDB.

B) AMC IN DANBURY, CT

1) HOUSE OF GUCCI– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “House of Gucci is inspired by the shocking true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately… murder.”

11/24/21- Fair reviews from the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.

2) C’MON C’MON– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Johnny (Joaquin Phoenix) and his young nephew (Woody Norman) forge a tenuous but transformational relationship when they are unexpectedly thrown together in this delicate and deeply moving story about the connections between adults and children, the past and the future, from writer-director Mike Mills.”

12/1/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

3) KING RICHARD– 2021. “In this fact-based drama, Compton, California’s public tennis courts serve as unlikely training grounds for siblings Venus and Serena Williams as their determined father begins grooming them early for professional careers.”

MOVIES SHOWING  IN PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL-

A) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH- (Open Fri–Sunday)

1) HOUSE OF GUCCI- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “House of Gucci is inspired by the shocking true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately… murder.”

11/24/21- Fair reviews from the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.

2) KING RICHARD– 2021. “In this fact-based drama, Compton, California’s public tennis courts serve as unlikely training grounds for siblings Venus and Serena Williams as their determined father begins grooming them early for professional careers.”

3) BELFAST- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “BELFAST is a movie straight from Branagh’s own experience. A nine-year-old boy must chart a path towards adulthood through a world that has suddenly turned upside down. His stable and loving community and everything he thought he understood about life is changed forever but joy, laughter, music and the formative magic of the movies remain.”

11/10/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

12/1/21- I liked this movie very much. Lucky there were sub-titles. TRDB.

B) THE MOVIES OF DELRAY- (Open Fri–Sunday)

1)  HOUSE OF GUCCI- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “House of Gucci is inspired by the shocking true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately… murder.”

C) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON

1) BELFAST- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “BELFAST is a movie straight from Branagh’s own experience. A nine-year-old boy must chart a path towards adulthood through a world that has suddenly turned upside down. His stable and loving community and everything he thought he understood about life is changed forever but joy, laughter, music and the formative magic of the movies remain.”

11/10/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

12/1/21-I liked this movie very much. Lucky there were sub-titles. TRDB.

2) C’MON C’MON– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Johnny (Joaquin Phoenix) and his young nephew (Woody Norman) forge a tenuous but transformational relationship when they are unexpectedly thrown together in this delicate and deeply moving story about the connections between adults and children, the past and the future, from writer-director Mike Mills.”

12/1/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

3) JULIA– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “JULIA tells the story of the legendary cookbook author and television superstar who changed the way Americans think about food, television, and even about women. Using never-before-seen archival footage, personal photos, first-person narratives, and cutting-edge, mouth-watering food cinematography, the film traces Julia Child’s surprising path, from her struggles to create and publish the revolutionary Mastering the Art of French Cooking (1961) which has sold more than 2.5 million copies to date, to her empowering story of a woman who found fame in her 50s, and her calling as an unlikely television sensation.”

11/13/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

4) WRITING WITH FIRE–  2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In a cluttered news landscape dominated by men emerges India’s only newspaper run by Dalit women. Chief reporter Meera and her journalists break traditions, redefining what it means to be powerful.”11/27/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary.

5) KURT VONNEGUT: UNSTUCK IN TIME- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. –  KURT VONNEGUT: UNSTUCK IN TIME is a dazzling, worthy tribute to Vonnegut and a compelling introduction for the uninitiated. The feature documentary — the first of its kind on Vonnegut — is a deep, immersive dive into the author’s upbringing and his creative output.

D) THE STONZEK THEATER AT THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE- Not available at this time. The documentary about Kurt Vonnegut might remain from last week.

JUNE 24, 2021

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) THE DRY– Comcast On-Demand

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK-

1) THE DRY– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A federal agent investigates the decades-old death of a teenage girl in his drought-stricken hometown.”

5/19/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.

6/23/21- Excellent reviews but I was a bit disappointed. The film was OK. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX THIS WEEK ON DISC- None That I can Recommend

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NEW MOVIES IN THEATERS AND STREAMABLE-

1) FATHERHOOD– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A widowed dad copes with doubts, fears, heartache and dirty diapers as he sets out to raise his daughter on his own.”

6/19/21- Fair reviews from critics and audiences. TRDB. On Netflix

2) SUMMER OF 85– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Two young men meet in dramatic fashion on the Normandy coast when Alexis capsizes his boat and mercurial David comes to the rescue. After becoming friends, they begin an intense romance, but things take a dark turn as David’s sinister side surfaces.”

6/19/21- Mixed reviews. TRDB.  In Theaters

3) 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “12 MIGHTY ORPHANS tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes—or even a football—to playing for the Texas state championships.”

6/17/21- Poor reviews by the critics and excellent ones by audiences. TRDB. In Theaters

4) LES NOTRES– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In the provincial Quebecois town of Sainte-Adeline, a popular teenager’s pregnancy and refusal to identify the father spark threats and accusations that begin to unravel the close-knit community’s social fabric.”

6/19/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB. In Theaters and on multiple streaming sites

5) THE SPARKS BROTHERS– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Starting their run in the 1970s and still going strong, Sparks is among the most durable yet least known American pop-rock bands, shape-shifting to adapt to changing tastes. This entertaining documentary pays tribute to their 50-year career.”

6/19/21- Excellent reviews by everybody. TRDB. In Theaters

6) A CRIME ON THE BAYOU– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “When African-American teen Gary Duncan is arrested for touching a white boy’s arm while stopping a fight in 1966 Louisiana, young Jewish lawyer Richard Sobol argues the case all the way to the Supreme Court, as recounted in this documentary.”

6/18/21- Great reviews for this documentary. TRDB. In Theaters

7) MY NAME IS BULGER– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “While William Bulger rises to the top of the political world, the FBI starts a push to find one of their most-wanted fugitives, his brother James “Whitey” Bulger.”

6/19/21- Mediocre reviews at best for this documentary. TRDB. On Discovery

8) SWEET THING– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The story revolves around the two siblings and their struggle to find solid ground in the homes of Adam, their alcoholic father, and Eve, their negligent mother. The children ultimately run away and find a temporary life for themselves around the town of New Bedford, MA.”

6/19/21-  Excellent reviews. TRDB. In Theaters and virtual cinemas

9) RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL WHO DECIDED TO GO FOR IT- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “As a singer, dancer and actress, Rita Moreno is a creative force to be reckoned with. This affectionate documentary traces her journey from Puerto Rico to a U.S. stage and screen career that has paved the way for generations of future immigrants.”

6/17/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB. In Theaters

10) THE SPACE BETWEEN– Aging rocker Micky Adams hasn’t released an album in years, and his label wants to dump him. Dispatched to deliver the news to Micky at his home, young staffer Charlie Porter instead ends up forming an unlikely friendship with the eccentric musician.

6/19/21- Early reviews are weak. TRDB. On Amazon Prime, Vudu and other streaming platforms

12) THE FRENCH– 1982. About the inner workings of professional tennis before it became commercialized.

6/19/21- A very good review in today’s NY Times. On Virtual cinemas

13) TRUMAN & TENNESSEE: AN INTIMATE CONVERSATION-2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The work, lives, and personal journeys of iconic American artists Truman Capote and Tennesee Williams coalesce with creative combustion in this innovative dual-portrait documentary.”

6/19/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB. In Theaters and virtual cinemas

SKIP THESE

1) THE HITMAN’S WIFE’S BODYGUARD– Terrible reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. In Theaters

2)  THE BIRTHDAY CAKE– In Theaters and other streaming platforms

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MOVIES PLAYING IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY-

1) THE JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER-

a) SUMMER OF 85– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Two young men meet in dramatic fashion on the Normandy coast when Alexis capsizes his boat and mercurial David comes to the rescue. After becoming friends, they begin an intense romance, but things take a dark turn as David’s sinister side surfaces.”

6/19/21- Mixed reviews. TRDB.

b) 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS–

c) THE SPARKS BROTHERS–

d) RITA MORENO–

e) TRUMAN AND TENNESSEE- AN INTIMATE CONVERSATON– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The work, lives, and personal journeys of iconic American artists Truman Capote and Tennesee Williams coalesce with creative combustion in this innovative dual-portrait documentary.”

6/19/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

2) DANBURY-

a) RITA MORENO– Limited screenings

b) THE SPARKS BROTHERS– Limited screenings

c) 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS– Limited screenings

d) IN THE HEIGHTS– Limited screenings

MOVIES PLAYING IN PALM BEACH COUNTY-

1) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

a) 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS–

b) QUEEN BEES–

c) RITA MORENO

d) THE SPARKS BROTHERS–

2) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

a) QUEEN BEES–

b) IN THE HEIGHTS–

c) SHEPERD: THE STORY OF A JEWISH DOG-

d) LANSKY- David Stone (Sam Worthington), a renowned but down-on-his-luck writer, has the opportunity of a lifetime when he receives a surprise call from Meyer Lansky (Academy Award nominee Harvey Keitel).

 Poor reviews from all

e) RITA MORENO: JUST A GIRL

MAY 27, 2021

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) PELICAN DREAMS– Netflix Disc

2) THE FATHER– Netflix Disc

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK –

1) PELICAN DREAMS– 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “This engaging documentary chronicles the journey of a California pelican named Gigi, who starts a new life at a seabird rescue facility after landing in the middle of the Golden Gate Bridge, causing a major traffic tie-up.”

11/7/14- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

5/21/21- A great documentary with magnificent photography. TRDB

2) THE FATHER– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Led by stellar performances and artfully helmed by writer-director Florian Zeller, The Father presents a devastatingly empathetic portrayal of dementia.”

3/11/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.

5/23/21- A good portrayal of dementia by Anthony Hopkins. Not for the squeamish. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT WEEK-

1) THE WORLD TO COME– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “As two neighboring couples share the hardships and isolation of life in the tough landscape of 1856 New York, the wives develop a deep bond that grows into romantic love, hurling the women into unknown territory.”

2/16/21- Fair reviews at best. TRDB.

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NEW MOVIES OPENING- STREAMABLE AND IN THEATERS

1) WHEN HITLER STOLE PINK RABBIT– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this fact-based drama, 9-year-old Anna Kemper is living in 1933 Berlin when her Jewish family is forced to flee the Nazis. As they make their way to Zurich, Paris and eventually London, Anna faces a life of challenges and hardships as a refugee.”

5/21/21- Fair to good reviews by the critics and weak ones by audiences. I’ll try to see it.  TRDB. In Theaters

2) TWO GODS-2020. Synopsis by IMDB. “The story of Hanif, a Muslim casket maker and ritual body washer in Newark who take two young men-Naz and Furquan-under his wing to teach them how to live better lives.”

5/22/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB. On Virtual Cinemas

3) FINAL ACCOUNT– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “FINAL ACCOUNT is an urgent portrait of the last living generation of everyday people to participate in Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich.”

5/19/21- Fairly good reviews for this documentary. TRDB. In Theaters

4) INTO THE DARKNESS– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Through a family and the relation between father and son, the film describes the dilemmas of the Danish population during World War II.”

5/21/21- Fair reviews. TRDB. In Theaters and many streaming platforms

5) SPRING BLOSSOM– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Bored by her peers, 16-year-old Suzanne finds herself attracted to a much older actor named Raphaël. But after the two embark on a relationship, Suzanne starts to wonder whether she’s trying to grow up too fast.”

5/21/21- Very good reviews. TRDB. In Theaters

6) TWO LOTTERY TICKETS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Three men from a small town have to recover their winning lottery ticket after it is stolen.”

5/21/21- Mixed early reviews. TRDB. In Theaters and Virtual Cinemas.

SKIP-

1) NEW ORDER– Extremely  violent and definitely not for me

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MOVIES IN WESTCHESTER COUNTY THEATERS-

JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER- BEGINNING FRIDAY, MAY 28

1) THE FATHER– I saw this- see “above”

2) MINARI- I enjoyed this movie

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MOVIES IN PALM BEACH COUNTY THEATERS-

1) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON

A) DREAM HORSE– 2020. Synopsis  boy Rotten Tomatoes. “The film tells the inspiring true story of Dream Alliance, an unlikely race horse bred by small town bartender.”

5/19/21- Very good reviews for this drama/comedy. TRDB.

B) FINAL ACCOUNT– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “FINAL ACCOUNT is an urgent portrait of the last living generation of everyday people to participate in Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich.”

5/19/21- Fairly good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

C) FOUR GOOD DAYS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In an emotional journey based on a true story by Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post writer Eli Saslow, 31-year-old Molly begs her estranged mother Deb for help fighting a fierce battle against the demons that have derailed her life.”

5/4/21- Awful reviews by the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.

D) THE PERFECT CANDIDATE– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “After being prevented from attending a medical conference in Dubai, a female Saudi doctor becomes a candidate in a municipal council election, with an eye toward repairing the road that leads to her clinic.”

5/16/21- Excellent reviews from the critics and fair one from audience. TRDB.

E) THE DRY– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A federal agent investigates the decades-old death of a teenage girl in his drought-stricken hometown.”

5/19/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.

2) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

A) DREAM HORSE–

B) HERE TODAY–

C) THE FATHER– I saw it and liked it. Anthony Hopkins won Best Actor for his role in this movie

D) MINARI– I enjoyed this movie. Limited screenings

E) FRENCH EXIT– Limited screenings

MAY 6, 2021

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK

1) WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW? Netflix Disc

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK-

1) WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME TOMORROW?- 2013. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In this madcap and lighthearted comedic romp, introverted optometrist Weichung begins to question his marriage with his wife Feng, upon learning of her desire to have another baby. At his sister’s engagement party, Weichung bumps into an old friend, Stephen, a wedding photographer who, though also married, is living the high life of a younger, single gay man. When Stephen teases Weichung for his newly straight-laced lifestyle, dormant emotions are awakened in Weichung, setting him off on a quest for true romance and desire.”

9/13/13- This movie showed at the Martha’s Vineyard Int. Film Festival and has received some good early reviews. TRDB.

1/17/14- An OK review in today’s NY Times- mixed reviews from others. TRDB.

5/5/21- An OK movie that felt like a re-make. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT WEEK ON DISC AND/OR STREAMING

1) NOMADLAND– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When her rural Nevada company town goes belly up, Fern packs up her van and starts driving. Becoming a modern-day nomad, she finds work and adventure along the way as she travels across the West.”

2/16/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB.

4/28/21- I just saw this Academy award winning movie. I enjoyed the movie especially the second half. The first half seemed more like a documentary about the lifestyle. TRDB. Releases on 5/11 on Netflix.

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NEW MOVIES AT THE THEATER AND STREAMABLE-

1) BEST SUMMER EVER– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “For teens Sage and Tony, the end of summer dance camp brings an end to their romance. But when they find themselves attending the same high school in the fall, they have a chance to rekindle their love — until they learn it was built on fiction.”

4/29/21- Reviews are either excellent or very good. TRDB.

2) LIMBO– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “LIMBO is a wry and poignant observation of the refugee experience, set on a fictional remote Scottish island where a group of new arrivals await the results of their asylum claims.”

5/3/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and just fair ones by audiences. TRDB. In Theaters

3) ABOUT ENDLESSNESS– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “From Swedish auteur Roy Andersson comes this collection of caustic existential vignettes narrated by an otherworldly female voice who reflects on the story lines, which include an honor killing and a beaten army marching to a prisoner-of-war camp.”

4/27/21- Very good reviews for this Swedish drama. TRDB. In Theaters and various streaming platforms.

4) CLIFF WALKERS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Set the puppet state of Manchukuo in the 1930s, the film follows four Communist party special agents who return to China after receiving training in the Soviet Union.”

5/3/21- Fair reviews by the critics and very good ones by audiences. TRDB. In Theaters.

5)  MARIGHELLA– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Facing a violent military dictatorship and an intimidated opposition, writer-turned-politician Carlos Marighella articulates a resistance all the while ousting heinous crimes of torture and the infamous censorship instituted by the regime.”

5/3/21- Weak early reviews. TRDB. On Virtual Cinemas

6) LUCY, THE HUMAN CHIMP– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Lucy the Human Chimp tells the profound story of Lucy Temerlin, a female chimpanzee raised as human from birth in a domestic environment, and Janis Carter, the woman who took on the seemingly impossible task of giving her a new life in the wild.”

5/3/21- Good reviews by the critics and poor ones from audiences. TRDB. On HBO MAX

7) EAT WHEATIES!- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Sid Straw leads a dull life until he accidentally stalks an old college classmate, actress Elizabeth Banks, on social media. With each failed attempt to prove he knows her, Sid rediscovers more of himself and the true meaning of friendship.”

5/3/21- Weak reviews in general from all. A few critics saw some redeeming value. TRDB. On HBO MAX AND Prime. Also in Theaters and various other streaming platforms.

8) FOUR GOOD D AYS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In an emotional journey based on a true story by Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post writer Eli Saslow, 31-year-old Molly begs her estranged mother Deb for help fighting a fierce battle against the demons that have derailed her life.”

5/4/21- Awful reviews by the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB. In Theaters

9) THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Young Katie Mitchell embarks on a road trip with her proud parents, younger brother and beloved dog to start her first year at film school. But their plans to bond as a family soon get interrupted when the world’s electronic devices come to life to stage an uprising.”

5/3/21- Excellent reviews for this movie that the whole family can enjoy. TRDB. On Netflix.

10) THE OUTSIDE STORY– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Brian Tyree Henry takes on his first big screen lead role as Charles Young, a broken-hearted video editor. Perceiving a betrayal of trust as a sign his girlfriend Isha (Sonequa Martin-Green) is leaving him, Charles preemptively blows up his relationship and sequesters himself at home.”

5/4/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and just fair ones from audiences. TRDB. On Prime and other streaming platforms

11) TRIUMPH– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. ” Despite having cerebral palsy, a bright and determined teen pushes himself to join the high-school wrestling team. Going to extreme lengths, he crushes obstacles and inspires others along his journey to prove his abilities.”

5/4/21-Very good audience reviews- no critical reviews as yet. TRDB. In Theaters.

SKIP THESE–

1) THINGS HEARD & SEEN- Pure horror and not for me. On Netflix.

2) THE VIRTUOSO- Terrible reviews from all.

3)  TOM CLANCY’S WITHOUT REMORSE-  Awful reviews. On Prime

4) BERLIN ALEXANDERPLATZ- Poor reviews. On Virtual cinemas

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MOVIES PLAYING AT JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER IN WESTCHESTER-

THE THEATER DID NOT OPEN ON SCHEDULE BECAUSE A STAFF MEMBER TESTED POS. FOR COVID. THEY NOW EXPECT TO OPEN ON  MAY 12

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MOVIES PLAYING AT THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

1) FOUR GOOD D AYS– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In an emotional journey based on a true story by Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post writer Eli Saslow, 31-year-old Molly begs her estranged mother Deb for help fighting a fierce battle against the demons that have derailed her life.”

5/4/21- Awful reviews by the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB. In Theaters

2) THE HUMAN FACTOR– 2019. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “With unprecedented access to the foremost American negotiators, THE HUMAN FACTOR is the behind-the-scenes story from the last 25 years, of how the United States came within reach of pulling off the impossible — securing peace between Israel and its neighbors.”

1/22/19- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

3) THE TRUFFLE HUNTERS– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Set in Northern Italy, this fascinating documentary focuses on a cadre of aging men and their trained canine companions, who search the forest at night for the white Alba truffle — an elusive delicacy that’s impossible to cultivate.”

3/6/21- Great reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

4) TOGETHER TOGETHER– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When 26-year-old Anna agrees to be a gestational surrogate for middle-aged bachelor Matt — who’s eager to be a dad — she’s looking for a way to finance her college degree. But she gets much more as the two develop an unexpected friendship.”

4/22/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

APRIL 15, 2021

DEAR FRIENDS:

OVER THE NEXT FEW WEEKS I MAY NOT BE ABLE TO SEND A NEWSLETTER AS I TRANSITION FROM FLORIDA TO WESTCHESTER COUNTY,NY

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) NEWS OF THE WORLD– On Demand

2) LOVELESS– Netflix Disc.

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MOVIES I SAW LAST WEEK-

1) NEWS OF THE WORLD– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Five years after the end of the Civil War, Capt. Jefferson Kyle Kidd crosses paths with a 10-year-old girl taken by the Kiowa people. Forced to return to her aunt and uncle, Kidd agrees to escort the child across the harsh and unforgiving plains of Texas.”

12/25/20- Very good reviews for this drama/western including several excellent ones and a few negatives as well. Tom Hanks stars. TRDB.

4/11/21- I liked the movie but I didn’t feel the suspense that others did. Hanks is great as usual. TRDB. 

2) LOVELESS– 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this riveting morality tale, Boris and Zhenya are so intent on their vitriolic marital battles that they don’t notice initially when their 12-year-old son disappears during one of their protracted fights. Now, they must join forces to find him.”

12/1/17- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

4/15/21- An OK movie with lots of unresolved anger. A marital therapist could have a ball here. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX ON DISC- NONE THAT I CAN RECOMMEND

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 NEW MOVIES– In Theaters or Streamable

1) MOFFIE– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “For 16-year-old Nicholas van der Swart, completing his compulsory military service in 1981 South Africa means hiding the fact that he’s gay — a punishable crime at the time. But keeping his secret becomes even harder as he falls for another recruit.”

4/10/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and poor ones from audiences. TRDB. In Theaters and on Google Play and other streaming platforms

2)  SHIVA BABY– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “While at a Jewish funeral service with her parents, a college student has an awkward encounter with her sugar daddy and her ex-girlfriend.

4/9/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB. Can be viewed on Prime.

3) FUTURE PEOPLE: THE FAMILY OF DONOR 5114– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Executive produced by Jason Momoa, and filmed over eight years, Rothman follows a group of adolescents who discover that they were conceived from the same sperm donor, forming an unlikely family of familiar strangers. There are presently 37 half-siblings, and counting. FUTURE PEOPLE explores the complexities of alternative conception while defining a new realm of modern family.”

4/11/21- Just 3 reviews noted and they are all good. TRDB. On Discovery+

4) THE TUNNEL–  2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this disaster flick, the roads are clogged with folks headed home for the holidays when a fuel truck crashes in a tunnel and traps them inside. Chaos ensues as the tanker explodes, with rescuers fighting through a blizzard to reach the travelers.”

4/11/20- Mostly good reviews. TRDB. In Theaters and on varius platforms

5) LOOKING FOR A LADY WITH FANGS AND A MOUSTACHE– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “As ambitious young Tenzin endeavors to open a coffee shop in Kathmandu, he’s beset by otherworldly visions, which he’s told presage his death. With only a week to save himself, he must embark on a spiritual journey of self-discovery.”

3/11/21- Good early reviews. TRDB.

6) SLALOM– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this timely tale from the world of elite sports, 15-year-old Lyz Lopez is accepted to a ski club known for developing future star athletes. But when she realizes she’s being groomed for more than skiing, Lyz faces increasingly tough choices.”

4/11/21- Excellent reviews for this French drama. TRDB. In select theaters and on virtual cinemas

SKIP THESE-

1)  GIANTS BEING LONELY– Terrible reviews in NY Times. On  Vudu and others

2)  THE POWER– Awful reviews by audiences but good ones by the critics. Sounds like lots of horrowl. On Shudder

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MOVIES SHOWING AT THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

1) FRENCH EXIT– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “With her husband long dead and his fortune running out, New York City socialite Frances Price decides to relocate to a friend’s vacant Paris apartment. Boarding a cruise ship with her cat and aimless adult son in tow, Frances heads for a new life.”

2/14/21- Weak reviews by the critics and by audiences as well. It sounds quirky enough that I would give it a try. TRDB.

2) SHIVA BABY– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “While at a Jewish funeral service with her parents, a college student has an awkward encounter with her sugar daddy and her ex-girlfriend.

4/9/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB.

3) SLALOM– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this timely tale from the world of elite sports, 15-year-old Lyz Lopez is accepted to a ski club known for developing future star athletes. But when she realizes she’s being groomed for more than skiing, Lyz faces increasingly tough choices.”

4/11/21- Excellent reviews for this French drama. TRDB.

4) THE COURIER– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “During the Cold War, an English businessman is tapped to help execute a covert operation for the CIA and MI6, acting as a messenger to pass leaked information from a senior Russian intelligence officer to prevent a nuclear war.”

3/17/21- Fair to good reviews. TRDB.

5) MINARI– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to a tiny Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but incredibly loving grandmother. ”

Netflix had this to say– The patriarch of a Korean family living in Michigan during the 1980s wants to be a farmer in Arkansas, but his family experiences severe culture shock as they try to assimilate and become part of the community.

2/11/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB. 

6 SIX MINUTES TO MIDNIGHT– Poor reviews and I’d skip it (limited screenings)

February 25, 2021

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) I CARE A LOT– Netflix

2) MARTIN EDEN- Netflix

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MOVIES I SAW LAST WEEK-

1) CUBA  AND THE CAMERAMAN– 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Reflecting on Cuban history and the effects of Fidel Castro’s long rule on three Cuban families, this absorbing documentary incorporates candid interviews with Castro, collected over more than four decades by director Jon Alpert.”

11/23/17- Few reviews and they are very good. TRDB.

11/25/17- I enjoyed this wonderful documentary for the second time even though Jon Alpert- the writer/director- frequently got on my nerves. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.

2) I CARE A LOT– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When it comes to bilking seniors in retirement homes, predatory Marla is the consummate professional. But when she and her partner, Fran, underestimate their latest mark, they quickly find themselves in a ruthless gangster’s crosshairs.”

2/20/21- Critics liked this movie and audiences did not. I’m in-between– just OK! TRDB.

3) MARTIN EDEN– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Moving the action from California to an Italian port city, this adaptation of Jack London’s 1909 novel follows an uneducated sailor who falls for a rich university student and attempts to remake himself as a writer to win her heart.”

10/16/20- Very good reviews. TRDB.

2/25/21- I liked the movie. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT WEEK ON DISC- NONE THAT I WOULD RECOMMEND

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NEW STREAMABLE MOVIES-

1) NOMADLAND– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When her rural Nevada company town goes belly up, Fern packs up her van and starts driving. Becoming a modern-day nomad, she finds work and adventure along the way as she travels across the West.”

2/16/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB. In Theaters and Hulu

2) I CARE A LOT– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When it comes to bilking seniors in retirement homes, predatory Marla is the consummate professional. But when she and her partner, Fran, underestimate their latest mark, they quickly find themselves in a ruthless gangster’s crosshairs.”

2/20/21- Critics liked this movie and audiences did not. I’m in-between– just OK! TRDB. On Netflix

3)- MAFIA INC.- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Crime boss Frank Paternò is looking to go straight by investing in a bridge to connect Sicily with Southern Italy. But he needs funds, and the tactics that protégé Vincent Gamache uses to get them sets off a war between the Paternòs and the Gamaches.”

2/20/21- Excellent reviews for this crime drama. TRDB. Prime Video

4) THE VIOLENT HEART– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Fifteen years after the murder of his older sister, 24-year-old Daniel (2020 Emmy nominee Jovan Adepo) finds himself falling for Cassie (Grace Van Patten), an outgoing high school senior, in this Romeo & Juliet-style thriller set in the American heartland.”

2/20/21- Poor reviews in general but a few good ones tossed in as well. TRDB. Streaming on various platforms.

5) TEST PATTERN– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Interracial couple Renesha and Evan have a loving and supportive relationship. But their bond is tested after Renesha is sexually assaulted, and the two begin a frustrating journey going from hospital to hospital trying to obtain a rape kit.”

2/20/21- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

6) DAYS OF THE BAGNOLD SUMMER– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel, DAYS OF THE BAGNOLD SUMMER is a funny yet sweet coming-of-age story about single motherhood and Metallica. Daniel was supposed to spend the summer with his dad and his dad’s new wife in Florida, but when his dad cancels the trip Daniel and his mom suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together.”

2/20/21- Excellent reviews by all. TRDB.

SKIP THESE–

1) SILK ROAD– Awful reviews by everyone

2)  FLORA & ULYSSES

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MOVIES PLAYING AT THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

1) DAYS OF BAGNOLD SUMMER– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Based on the critically acclaimed graphic novel, DAYS OF THE BAGNOLD SUMMER is a funny yet sweet coming-of-age story about single motherhood and Metallica. Daniel was supposed to spend the summer with his dad and his dad’s new wife in Florida, but when his dad cancels the trip Daniel and his mom suddenly face the prospect of six long weeks together.”

2/20/21- Excellent reviews by all. TRDB.

2) MINARI- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to a tiny Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but incredibly loving grandmother. ”

Netflix had this to say– The patriarch of a Korean family living in Michigan during the 1980s wants to be a farmer in Arkansas, but his family experiences severe culture shock as they try to assimilate and become part of the community.

2/11/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB. 

3) NOMADLAND– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When her rural Nevada company town goes belly up, Fern packs up her van and starts driving. Becoming a modern-day nomad, she finds work and adventure along the way as she travels across the West.”

2/16/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB.

MARCH 19, 2020

DEAR FRIENDS:

AS YOU KNOW, MOST THEATERS HAVE BEEN CLOSED SO THIS WILL BE AN ABREVIATED ISSUE—

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) THE GOOD LIAR– Netflix Disc.

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK AT THE THEATER- THEATERS CLOSED

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK AT HOME-

1) THE GOOD LIAR– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “While looking for his next mark, professional con man Roy Courtnay meets wealthy widow Betty McLeish online. But reeling her in becomes complicated when Roy begins falling for her … and discovers she has secrets of her own.

11/13/19- Fair reviews for this drama starring Ian McKellen and Helen Mirren. TRDB.

3/13/20- An interesting drama/mystery even though the ending was predictable. TRDB.

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OPENED LAST WEEK-

Recommended-

1) LOST GIRLS– 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “When 24-year-old Shannan Gilbert mysteriously disappears one night, her mother Mari (Academy Award (R) nominee Amy Ryan) embarks on a dark journey that finds her face to face with hard truths about her daughter, herself, and police bias.”

3/14/20- Reviews from the critics were OK but audiences didn’t like it. There were enough very good reviews to make me want to see it. TRDB. Streaming on Netflix.

2) HUMAN NATURE– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Thanks to advances in biotechnology, we can literally rewrite our DNA — but should we? Scientists, journalists, incurable patients and bioethicists deliberate the issue, reflecting on the positive and negative implications of genetic tinkering.”

3/14/20- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

3) NEVER RARELY SOMETIMES ALWAYS– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “When teenage Autumn learns she’s pregnant, she must look beyond her rural Pennsylvania home to deal with the situation. With her cousin Skylar at her side, Autumn heads to New York City with only a small amount of cash and the address of a clinic.”

3/14/2020- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

4) THE DOG DOC– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Both dismissed and revered by his peers, veterinarian Marty Goldstein uses novel treatments, including homeopathic medicine and a carefully formulated diet, to restore health to a menagerie of gravely ill animals, as chronicled in this documentary.”

3/14/20- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

5) HEIMAT IS A SPACE IN TIME– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Heimat” is a German term broadly translated as “homeland,” a concept explored in depth in this compelling documentary that profiles several generations of director Thomas Heise’s family as he traces the effects of a changing German landscape.”

3/14/20- Good reviews but each review had something negative. TRDB.

6) INSIDE THE RAIN– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Threatened with expulsion from college because of a past misunderstanding, Benjamin Glass goes all out to clear his name, enlisting the aid of a woman he meets at a strip club to re-create the incident on video.”

3/14/20- Mixed reviews. TRDB.

Not Recommended–

1) THE HUNT– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this action-thriller inspired by the gulf between the left and right wings of the political spectrum, class warfare escalates beyond words to physical violence as a group of blue-collar individuals finds themselves being hunted down.”

3/14/20- Weak reviews for this violent horror movie. TRDB.

2) THE ROADS NOT TAKEN– 2020. “Though Molly loves her father unconditionally, his disordered mental state makes their relationship difficult. But over the course of a single day in New York City, she begins to understand why as she watches him flow through several parallel lives.”

3/14/20-Poor reviews for this drama but it does sound interesting as well as disturbing. TRDB.

3) BIG TIME ADOLESCENCE– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Smart high-schooler Mo has a promising future, but when he falls under the influence of his sister’s ex-boyfriend — a stoner and college dropout — the lure of drugs, girls and parties begins to redirect Mo’s journey through life.”

3/14/20- Good reviews- I can’t imagine why!! TRDB.

4) BLOODSHOT– Awful reviews for this violent movie–miss it.

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT WEEK-

1) I DO NOT CARE IF WE GO DOWN IN HISTORY AS BARBARIANS– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This dark satire follows ambitious theater director Mariana Marin as she attempts to stage an elaborate re-enactment of the tragic 1941 Odessa massacre. But she quickly encounters opposition from a municipal bureaucrat and a rebellious cast.”

12/11/19- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones by audiences. TRDB.

2) 1917– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “At the height of World War I, two British soldiers battle to survive a single day of ferocious combat, facing death at any moment in a landscape littered with the corpses of their comrades-in arms.”

12/26/19- Excellent reviews by critics and audiences alike. TRDB.

1/14/20- An excellent piece of film making but I have to say that I felt it was repetitive, sometimes Hollywoodish and I wondered if the lead character had 9 lives. TRDB.

3) SHOOTING THE MAFIA– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Documentarian Kim Longinotto trains her lens on fearless Sicilian photojournalist Letizia Battaglia, who spent decades covering the ruthless Mafia’s long and bloody reach — at enormous risk to herself.”

11/22/19- Fair reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

4) JINPA- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “On an isolated road passing through the vast barren plains of Tibet, a truck driver who has accidentally run over a sheep chances upon a young man who is hitching a ride. As they drive and chat, the truck driver notices that his new friend has a silver dagger strapped to his leg. He comes to understand that this man is out to kill someone who wronged him earlier in life. As he drops the hitchhiker off at a fork in the road, little does the truck driver realize that their short time together has changed everything, and that their destinies are inexorably intertwined.”

5) THE SONG OF NAMES– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This sweeping drama charts the story of two Jewish friends: young Londoner Martin and Polish refugee Dovidl, a talented violinist. When Dovidl vanishes shortly before his first recital, it takes Martin more than three decades to unravel the mystery.”

12/28/19- Weak reviews but it does sound interesting. TRDB.

2/22/20- The critics really panned this movie but audiences liked it and so did I. TRDB.

6) CUNNINGHAM– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Using previously unseen archival material, documentarian Alla Kovgan takes viewers inside Merce Cunningham’s world of dance, charting the legendary choreographer’s artistic evolution through three decades.”

12/13/19- Fair to good reviews including a few excellent ones. TRDB.

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BOB’S PICKS IN WESTCHESTER AND FAIRFIELD COUNTIES- THEATERS CLOSED

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BOB’S PICKS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY- MOST THEATERS CLOSED

A) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

1) THE WAY BACK–

2) THE HOPE GAP–

3) BURDEN–

4) EMMA–

5) THE TIMES OF BILL CUNNINGHAM–

B) THE MOVIES OF DELRAY- Same as Lake Worth above

C) THE STONZEK THEATER IN LAKE WORTH- Closed

D) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON- Closed

JANUARY 2, 2019

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) HOME ALONE– Netflix Streaming

2) MIKE WALLACE IS HERE– Netflix disc.

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MOVIES I SAW LAST WEEK AT THE THEATER- NONE

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MOVIES I SAW LAST WEEK AT HOME-

1) HOME ALONE– I watched this with my grandchildren and enjoyed it. TRDB.

2) HOME ALONE 2– I watched this one too and I really liked the original much better. TRDB.

3) MIKE WALLACE IS HERE– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “When it came to asking tough questions, longtime “60 Minutes” reporter Mike Wallace pulled few punches. This documentary takes a similar approach, using a wealth of archival footage to explore what made the journalist tick and how his career evolved.”

7/26/19- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

12/31/19- An excellent documentary where you learn about the subject through interviews he has conducted with subjects, many of which are famous people. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT WEEK- NONE

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OPENED LAST WEEK-

1) JUST MERCY– 2019. In this fact-based drama, newly minted attorney Bryan Stevenson moves to Alabama to begin a career defending the wrongly condemned, including Walter McMillian, a black man convicted of murder and sentenced to death despite evidence of his innocence.”

12/26/19- Good reviews by audiences and really good ones from the critics. TRDB.

2) CLEMENCY- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “As the longtime warden of a high-security prison, Bernadine Williams has overseen the execution of a dozen inmates. But her tacit connection with the next prisoner slated for execution, Anthony Woods, propels her into a deep emotional conflict.”

12/26/19- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

3) 1917- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “At the height of World War I, two British soldiers battle to survive a single day of ferocious combat, facing death at any moment in a landscape littered with the corpses of their comrades-in arms.”

12/26/19- Excellent reviews by critics and audiences alike. TRDB.

4) WHAT SHE SAID– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “As film critic at “The New Yorker” from 1967 to 1991, charismatic and controversial Pauline Kael exercised a profound influence over the direction of cinema, as detailed in this engaging documentary that includes interviews with her friends and foes.”

12/28/19- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

5) THE SONG OF NAMES– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This sweeping drama charts the story of two Jewish friends: young Londoner Martin and Polish refugee Dovidl, a talented violinist. When Dovidl vanishes shortly before his first recital, it takes Martin more than three decades to unravel the mystery.”

12/28/19- Poor reviews but it does sound interesting. TRDB.

Not Recommended–

1) ONE CUT OF THE DEAD– A zombie movie that I would suggest missing despite the excellent reviews. TRDB.

2) SPIES IN DISGUISE– Good reviews but not my type of movie

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BOB’S PICKS IN WESTCHESTER AND FAIRFIELD COUNTIES-

NEW IN THE BURBS- NONE

REPEATS-

1) LITTLE WOMEN– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Danbury, Cinema 100. Fair reviews. The men I know have not liked it but the women have

2) A HIDDEN LIFE– Jacob Burns (limited screenings), Cinema 100. Good reviews.

3) UNCUT GEMS– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Danbury, Cinema 100. Very good reviews- friends have hated it

4) PARASITE– Cinema 100. I did ‘t care for this movie

5) BOMBSHELL– Bethel, Danbury. I liked this movie very much

6) RICHARD JEWELL– Danbury Good reviews

7) KNIVES OUT– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Danbury.Fairly good reviews

8) A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD– Danbury. Excellent

9) FORD V FERRARI– Danbury. I didn’t care for this movie.

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BOB’S PICKS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY-

A) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

1) LITTLE WOMEN– Fair reviews. Women have liked the movie more than men

2) UNCUT GEMS– Very good reviews- friends have hated it

3) BOMBSHELL– I liked the movie

4) RICHARD JEWELL– Good reviews and I’ll see it eventually

5) DARK WATERS– I enjoyed this movie

6) THE GOOD LIAR– I still haven’t seen this but I want to

B) THE MOVIES OF DELRAY- Same as Lake Worth above but not showing “Richard Jewell”

C) THE STONZEK THEATER AT THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE-

1) PARASITE– I did not care for this hyped movie

2) MIDNIGHT FAMILY– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “A woefully underserved medical market, Mexico City has just 45 ambulances for 9 million residents. To help fill the void, the Ochoa family races against an army of freelancers to provide life-saving first responses to an array of crises.”

12/6/19- Great reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

D) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

1) A HIDDEN LIFE– Fairly good reviews

2) PARASITE– I didn’t care for this hyped movie

3) UNCUT GEMS– Good reviews– friends have hated it

4) RECORDER: THE MARION STOKES PROJECT– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Civil-rights crusader Marion Stokes eventually retreated from the world, but her activism never ceased. For more than 30 years, she privately recorded the 24-hour news cycle — an obsession that drove away family but resulted in an essential archive.”

11/16/19- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD– At the Theater

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MOVIES I SAW LAST WEEK AT THE THEATER-

1) A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD– 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this heartwarming drama, journalist Lloyd Vogel sets out to profile the host of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood”: the iconic Fred Rogers. After approaching his subject with skepticism, Vogel changes his outlook when he forms a friendship with Rogers.”

11/22/19– Excellent reviews from everybody. TRDB.

11/24/19- The critics are correct– an excellent, sensitive movie. TRDB. 

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`MOVIES I SAW LAST WEEK AT HOME- NONE

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT WEEK-

1) ADAM– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Before finishing high school, teenage Adam spends the summer with his sister, an activist in New York City’s LGBTQ community. When Adam meets pretty lesbian Gillian — who mistakes his gender identity — he falls for her despite the mismatch.”

8/14/19- Fair to good reviews. TRDB.

2) BENNETT’S WAR– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. ” Wounded by an improvised explosive device, Army Ranger Marshall Bennett receives a medical discharge and comes home to find his dad in dire economic straits. To earn money, Marshall returns to motocross racing — but it comes with a huge health risk.”

8/27/19- No reviews as yet but it sounds like it could be interesting. TRDB.

3) EDIE– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “When 83-year-old Edie’s husband dies, her daughter is ready to pack Mom off to an assisted-living facility. But Edie has other plans: Pursuing a lifelong dream, she heads to the Scottish Highlands to climb Mount Suilven.”

9/3/19- Almost all of the critics liked the movie but none thought that it was excellent. I’d give it a try. TRDB.

 4) RAISE HELL: THE LIFE & TIMES OF MOLLY IVINS– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This entertaining documentary profiles trailblazing journalist and political commentator Molly Ivins, who passed away in 2007. But her views — including her fear that partisanship would destroy democracy — remain as relevant as ever.”

9/5/19- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

5) LOW TIDE– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “As Jersey Shore townies Red, Alan and Smitty are spending the summer on the boardwalk and robbing vacation homes, Alan and his younger brother, Peter, stumble on a bag of gold coins. But trouble erupts when they try to hide the loot from the others.”

10/4/19- Fair reviews at best but it does sound interesting to me. TRDB.

6) THE GOLDFINCH– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “When his mother dies in a bomb attack at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, young Theodore Decker’s life is profoundly altered — especially after he steals a priceless painting from the debris and ends up involved in the art underworld.”

9/10/19- Terrible reviews for this movie based on a novel. TRDB.

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1) HALA– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Dutiful daughter and straight-A student Hala is the pride of her Pakistani immigrant parents. But as she approaches graduation, her blossoming romance with a high-school classmate threatens to derail her father’s plans for an arranged marriage.”

11/22/19- I found only 1 review, and it’s wonderful, in today’s NY Times. TRDB.

2) DARK WATERS– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this legal drama based on a “New York Times Magazine” story, lawyer Robert Bilott — whose specialty is defending chemical companies — takes on DuPont when one of his grandmother’s neighbors accuses the corporation of killing his cattle.”

11/22/19- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB.

3) VARDA BY AGNES– 2019. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “An unpredictable documentary from a fascinating storyteller, Agnès Varda’s new feature documentary sheds light on her experience as a director, bringing a personal insight to what she calls “cine-writing.”

11/22/19- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

4) A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD– 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this heartwarming drama, journalist Lloyd Vogel sets out to profile the host of “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood”: the iconic Fred Rogers. After approaching his subject with skepticism, Vogel changes his outlook when he forms a friendship with Rogers.”

11/22/19– Excellent reviews from everybody. TRDB.

5) MR. TOILET: THE WORLD’S #2 MAN– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This illuminating documentary follows activist Jack Sim’s crusade — through his World Toilet Organization — to raise awareness about the need for proper sanitation. With potty humor as a weapon, Sim uses unorthodox methods to get the message out.”

11/23/19- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

Not Recommended–

1) THE COURIER- 2019.Terrible reviews and I’d skip it

 2) 21 BRIDGES– Awful reviews!!

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BOB’S PICKS IN WESTCHESTER AND FAIRFIELD COUNTIES-

NEW IN THE BURBS- NONE

REPEATS-

1) A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Danbury. Excellent reviews and I liked it very much

2) FORD V FERRARI– Bethel, Danbury.

3) THE GOOD LIAR– Bethel, Danbury. Very good reviews

4) JOJO RABBIT– Jacob Burns, Danbury. Excellent reviews.

5) KNIVES OUT– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Danbury. 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “In a sprawling old mansion, the members of an eccentric, quarrelsome clan gather to celebrate the patriarch’s birthday. But the party is cut short when he’s murdered — and the remaining family members soon begin to turn on one another.”

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BOB’S PICKS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY-

A) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

1) A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD– I very much enjoyed this movie

2) KNIVES OUT– Excellent reviews

3) THE GOOD LIAR– Very good reviews

4) FORD V FERRARI– Good reviews but I didn’t care for it

5) THE IRISHMAN– Very good reviews

B) THE MOVIES OF DELRAY- Same as Lake Worth above

C) THE STONZEK THEATER AT THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE-

1) SYNONYMS– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this well-crafted drama inspired by director Nadav Lapid’s experiences, a young Israeli lands in Paris determined to speak only French in order to shed his national identity. But assimilation proves tough until a bourgeois couple offers to help.”

10/25/19- Fairly good reviews. TRDB.

2) IN MY ROOM– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “After spending much of his adult life in nightclubs, Armin knows it’s time for a change. But the notion becomes moot when he awakens one day to find that everyone has inexplicably vanished — except for a single female stranger.”

10/11/19- The description of this film sounds weird but it received very good reviews. I’ll try to see it. TRDB.

D) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

1) FRANKIE-10/25/19. Synopsis by Netflix. “After learning that she has just months left to live, famed actress Frankie gathers three generations of her family in the picturesque town of Sintra, Portugal, for an emotionally charged final holiday.”

10/25/19- Fair reviews but it sounds interesting to  me. TRDB.

2) HONEYBOY– 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Shia LaBeouf drew from his childhood to pen the screenplay for this powerful drama about the relationship between Otis Lort — a TV star at age 12 — and his father, a former rodeo clown who controls and abuses his son.”

11/8/19- Most of the reviews were very good for this drama with a few poor ones tossed in. TRDB.

3) MARRIAGE STORY– Excellent reviews.

4) SYNONYMS- – 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this well-crafted drama inspired by director Nadav Lapid’s experiences, a young Israeli lands in Paris determined to speak only French in order to shed his national identity. But assimilation proves tough until a bourgeois couple offers to help.”

10/25/19- Fairly good reviews. TRDB.

5) PARASITE– I didn’t care for this movie. (limited screenings)