W.E.- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “Madonna directs this romantic drama that examines the parallel lives of famous divorcée Wallis Simpson and Wally Winthrop, a young 1990s housewife. Wally yearns to have a romance as dramatic as Wallis’s but discovers that history can be misleading.” Only a few reviews and they are poor. TRDB.
2/3/12- Review in today’s NY Times that I could not interpret. TRDB.
Add comment November 22nd, 2011
NEW YEAR’S EVE- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this star-studded romantic comedy, the fates of a diverse group of New Yorkers are wound together on New Year’s Eve — including one expectant couple hoping their baby will be the first to be born in the Big Apple after midnight.” Very good audience reaction so far but no professional reviews available. TRDB.
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GARBO: THE SPY- 2009. Synopsis by Netflix. “Using interviews, archival footage and clips from old movies, director Edmon Roch tells the fascinating tale of Juan Pujol, a Spaniard who, under the codename Garbo, worked as a double agent during World War II and helped the Allies win the war.”
11/18/11- A very good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
1/4/12- Just saw this in Florida and I liked it. TRDB. At the Theater.
Add comment November 18th, 2011
LOOSIES- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “A New York City pickpocket is forced to reexamine his choices when he crosses paths with a one-night stand who informs him she’s having his baby. At the same time, he’s trying to stay one step ahead of the detective whose badge he stole.” Weak professional reviews and some weak audience reviews also. TRDB.
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A DANGEROUS METHOD- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this David Cronenberg-helmed biopic, Viggo Mortensen stars as Sigmund Freud, whose relationship with fellow psychology luminary Carl Jung (Michael Fassbender) is tested when Sabina Spielrein (Keira Knightley), one of the first female psychoanalysts, enters their lives. This World War I-set drama also stars Vincent Cassel as Otto Gross, a disciple of Freud, and Sarah Gadon, who plays Jung’s psychoanalyst wife.” Fairly good reviews. TRDB.
2/17/12- A mildly interesting account of the relationship of Freud, Jung and Sabina Spielrein. TRDB. At the Theater.
Add comment November 10th, 2011
THE LAST RITES OF JOE MAY- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “Low-stakes hustler Joe May returns home from the hospital to find his landlord assumed he’d died, and rented his apartment out to a single mom and her daughter. Joe‘s life takes surprising turns when he agrees to let the woman and her child stay.”
11/4/11- An OK review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
11/18/11- I enjoyed this movie and the 3 main characters. TRDB. On-Demand.
Add comment November 6th, 2011
CHARLOTTE RAMPLING: THE LOOK- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “Actress Charlotte Rampling largely tells her own story in this unconventional self-portrait conceived by filmmaker Angelina Maccarone. Highlights include conversations between Rampling and her friends, along with clips from her most famous films.”
11/4/11- Described by the NY Times today as just OK and often a tease. TRDB.
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THE WAVY GRAVY MOVIE: SAINT MISBEHAVIN- 2009. Synopsis by Netflix. “Explore the meaningful life of longtime clown and political activist Wavy Gravy with this documentary, which follows the popular figure for more than 10 years, revealing his true character, core convictions and biggest contributions to society. Featured guests such as Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, Patch Adams, Steve Earle and Buffy Sainte Marie share fond thoughts about the man and his remarkable work.” Mostly positive reviews. TRDB.
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THE DOUBLE- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “Retired CIA agent Paul Shepherdson joins young FBI agent Ben Geary to track down a Russian assassin who has seemingly returned after the Cold War. Old conspiracies quickly resurface, embroiling the pair in deeper and deeper peril.”
10/28/11- Poor review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
Add comment October 28th, 2011
URBANIZED- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “The third part of Gary Hustwit’s design film trilogy, Urbanized looks at the issues and strategies behind urban design and features some of the world’s foremost architects, planners, policymakers, builders and thinkers. By exploring a diverse range of urban design projects around the world, Urbanized frames a global discussion on the future of cities.”
10/28/11- Great review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
7/3/12- 88% of viewers liked this movie but I’m in the 12% who found this statistic filled documentary boring. TRDB. Netflix.
Add comment October 28th, 2011