AGE OF UPRISING: THE LEGEND OF MICHAEL HOHLHAAS- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Michael Kohlhaas, a horse merchant and family man in 16th-century France, is betrayed by a nobleman and decides to fight back. Against impossible odds, he gathers an army to battle the French status quo and restore his honor.”
6/2/14- Fair reviews noted on IMDB only– weak reviews elsewhere. TRDB.
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WE ARE THE BEST- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Inspired by a graphic novel, this coming-of-age charmer set in 1980s Stockholm follows a trio of 13-year-old misfits who refuse to believe punk is dead, forming a band in spite of their collective lack of musicianship.”
5/30/14- Excellent reviews from critics and audiences have liked it also . TRDB.
Add comment May 31st, 2014
NIGHT MOVES- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “With their collective eye fixed on blowing up a hydroelectric dam, a pair of young environmentalists enlist the help of an ex-military explosives expert to carry out a dangerous act of eco-terrorism.”
5/30/14- Very good critical review but less so by audiences. TRDB.
1/7/21- I found this movie so-so, probably worth a try. Good acting by Jesse Eisenberg and Dakota Fanning. TRDB.
Add comment May 31st, 2014
STAND CLEAR OF THE CLOSING DOORS- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “After he’s chided for skipping class, autistic 13-year-old Ricky escapes his life for a journey on the subway, spending days underground. As his family carries out a desperate search for him on the surface, Hurricane Sandy approaches the city.”
5/23/14- Very good professional reviews and OK audience ones too. TRDB.
Add comment May 24th, 2014
GORE VIDAL: THE UNITED STATES OF AMNESIA- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “With interviews and footage from his television appearances, this documentary chronicles the life and career of outspoken writer Gore Vidal, a liberal icon who never shied away from sharing his views on American politics and culture.”
5/23/14– Very good reviews from critics and audiences. TRDB.
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THE RETRIEVAL- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1864, brutal bounty hunter Burrell uses violence and threats to force Marcus and his 13-year-old nephew, Will, to apprehend fellow slaves. Will’s loyalties are tested when he is sent north to retrieve Nate, a freed slave with a price on his head.”
5/21/14- Excellent reviews from everybody. TRDB.
Add comment May 22nd, 2014
NEIGHBORS- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “New parents Mac and Kelly Radner love their neighborhood — until a rowdy fraternity moves next door and changes the block into party central. As Mac tries to restore a baby-friendly environment, an epic battle ensues.”
5/9/14- The movie sounds silly but received some very good reviews. TRDB.
Add comment May 9th, 2014
GOD’S POCKET- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Blue collar worker Mickey tries to cover things up when his stepson is killed in a suspicious construction accident, but a local reporter senses that something’s amiss. As he’s backed into a corner by the truth, Mickey struggles to find a way out.”
5/9/14- Really weak reviews. TRDB.
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FED UP- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Childhood obesity has become an ever-more serious medical issue in the United States. This eye-opening documentary examines the underlying causes behind the epidemic, including the marketing strategies of major U.S. food producers.”
5/9/14- Good reviews from both critics and audiences. TRDB.
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CHEF- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “When chef Carl Casper’s plans for opening a restaurant in Los Angeles fail to pan out, he returns home to Miami and debuts a food truck instead. While trying to regain his zest for cookery, Carl also tries to mend his fractured family ties”
5/9/14- Very good professional and audience reviews. TRDB.
6/8/14- A Hollywoodish feel good movie that made me feel good. TRDB.
Add comment May 9th, 2014