LOGAN LUCKY- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Amping up the adrenaline with film shot during the real race, this pedal-to the-metal comedy revolves around an impossible heist attempted by two brothers during the Coca-Cola 600 race at Charlotte Motor Speedway in North Carolina.”
8/16/17- Very good reviews for this crime caper movie. TRDB.
12/16/17- I really had trouble getting into this heist caper. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
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NOCTURAMA- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Angry with the French establishment, a group of young Parisians from diverse backgrounds plants a series of bombs around the city. As the band of radicals hides out in a closed-for-the-night department store, authorities launch a colossal manhunt.”
8/11/17- Good reviews by the critics and weak ones by audiences. TRDB.
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WHOSE STREETS?- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “After the police killing of unarmed teen Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, young black residents fought back by protesting in the streets. Their demand for justice sparked the Black Lives Matter movement, as detailed in this powerful documentary.”
8/11/17- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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WIND RIVER- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When U.S. Fish and Wildlife employee Cory Lambert stumbles upon the frozen body of a teenage girl, FBI Agent Jane Banner is quickly dispatched to get to the bottom of the mystery. Unprepared for the harsh conditions, she enlists Cory as a tracker.”
8/4/17- Very good reviews by most. Be prepared for violence. TRDB.
8/12/17- An interesting mystery including marvelous scenery and yes, loads of violence as well. Plenty of mumbling also and I could have used subtitles. TRDB. At the Theater.
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PERSON TO PERSON- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “A single day in New York City — one that involves a death that may be suicide or a homicide — unfolds through the eyes of various characters, including a crime reporter, a record collector seeking a rare vinyl platter, and a headstrong teen.”
7/28/17– Weak reviews from the critics but very good ones from audiences. I would try it. TRDB.
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FROM THE LAND OF THE MOON- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this absorbing adaptation of novelist Milena Agus’ “Mal de Pierres,” passionate Frenchwoman Gabrielle finds herself torn between the man she’s expected to wed and a disarming veteran of World War II.”
7/28/17- The premise sounds interesting but reviews have been negative– better from audiences than from the critics. I’d try it. TRDB.
3/27/18- Mostly negative reviews but I liked it despite some problems with the screenplay. I love Marian Cotillard. TRDB.
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BRIGSBY BEAR- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When an FBI raid ends 25 years of isolation for abducted James Pope, the most upsetting part of his new life is learning that his imposter father produced James’ favorite TV show for him alone. Looking for closure, James sets out to finish the story.”
7/28/17- Very good reviews. TRDB.
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ATOMIC BLONDE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When an MI6 agent is murdered in 1989 Berlin, fellow spy Lorraine Broughton is dispatched to investigate and retrieve the list of double agents he was carrying. But that means working with the Berlin station chief — which could prove tricky.”
7/28/17- Mixed reviews– more positive than negative. TRDB.
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DETROIT- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This historical drama is set during the citizen unrest that occurred in 1967 Detroit, when the deaths of three black men inflamed the residents and led to 40 additional fatalities, along with the destruction or looting of 2,500 buildings.”
7/28/17- Great reviews for this drama. TRDB.
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FALSE CONFESSIONS- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Secretly enamored with well-heeled widow Araminte, penniless but well-born Dorante lands a job as her private secretary. Abetted by her manservant, Dorante attempts to arouse reciprocal feelings in Araminte.”
7/14/17- Terrible reviews despite Isabelle Hupert as the lead. TRDB.
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