Posts filed under 'drama'

VIET AND NAM

VIET AND NAM- 2025. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In the depths of the underground coal mines, where danger awaits and darkness prevails, Nam and Vi?t, both young miners, cherish fleeting moments, knowing that one of them will soon leave for a new life across the sea.”

4/2/25- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

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THE PENGUIN LESSONS

THE PENGUIN LESSONS- 2025. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.”

3/30/25- Fair reviews from the critics and excellent ones from audiences. TRDB

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THE ACTOR

THE ACTOR- 2025. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Based on the novel Memory by Donald E. Westlake, The Actor finds Paul Cole (André Holland) stranded in a mysterious small town with no memory of who he is or how he got there.”

3/14/25- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

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YOUNG HEARTS

YOUNG HEARTS- 2025. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Elias (14) feels attracted to his new neighbour Alexander (14). Soon he realizes that he’s truly in love for the first time. The interactions with his friends and family bring more questions than answers. Confused by his burgeoning feelings, Elias tries to sort out his inner chaos to prove that he is worth Alexander’s heart.

 

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A COMPLETE UNKNOWN

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “New York, 1961. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music.”

12/29/24- Good reviews from the critics and excellent ones from audiences. TRDB

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THE CONVERT

THE CONVERT- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “New Zealand in the 1830s is a largely M?ori world, dominated by tribal wars. Seeking redemption from a dark past, lay preacher Thomas Munro (GUY PEARCE) is on board a trading vessel heading to the newly established town of Epworth.”

7/15/24- Very good reviews by the critics and poor ones from audiences. TRDB.

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DANDELION

DANDELION- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Dandelion (KiKi Layne), a struggling but determined singer-songwriter in a downward spiral, reluctantly takes a last-ditch effort gig where she meets Casey (Thomas Doherty), a guitarist who walked away from his dream long ago. ”

7/15/24- Fair reviews at best. TRDB.

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A PRINCE

A PRINCE- 2023. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Pierre-Joseph goes to an apprenticeship college to train as a gardener. There he meets a series of characters — Francoise Brown, the principal, Alberto, his botany teacher, and Adrien, his employer — who will prove decisive in his apprenticeship story and in unleashing his sexuality.”

5/11/23-Mixed reviews for this drama. TRDB.

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FITTING IN

FITTING IN- 20224. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A coming-of-age “traumedy” that follows 16-year-old Lindy (Maddie Ziegler) who is unexpectedly diagnosed with a reproductive condition, MRKH syndrome. The diagnosis upends her plans to have sex, her presumptions about womanhood and sexuality, her relationship with her mother (Emily Hampshire), and most importantly, herself.”

2/3/24- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

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THE BEEKEEPER

THE BEEKEEPER- 2023. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In The Beekeeper, one man’s brutal campaign for vengeance takes on national stakes after he is revealed to be a former operative of a powerful and clandestine organization known as “Beekeepers”.

1/13/23- Weak reviews by the critics and very good ones by audiences. TRDB.

Add comment January 13th, 2024

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