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.
Add comment August 16th, 2017
INGRID GOES WEST- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “After getting out of a mental hospital, Ingrid Thorburn becomes fixated on making friends with Instagram star Taylor Sloane, going to great lengths to get close to her. But when Taylor’s brother enters the picture, Ingrid’s behavior turns dangerous.”
8/11/17- Very good reviews by critics and audiences alike. TRDB.
1/2/18- I really enjoyed this movie. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
Add comment August 11th, 2017
THE TRIP TO SPAIN- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Again tasked with a culinary tour — this time of Spain — Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon arm themselves with celebrity impressions, witty banter and observations about aging, and set off on a road trip steeped in paella, gazpacho and wine.”
8/11/17- Mixed reviews at best. This is the 3rd. movie of this type with the same 2 actors. I did like the first two so I’ll probably try this one also. TRDB.
12/13/17- I enjoyed the movie– definitely not great but fun. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
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POP AYE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “A stalled career and failing marriage have left architect Thana disillusioned. But his attitude slowly begins to change as he leads his childhood pet elephant — rediscovered in Bangkok — on a journey to the farm where they grew up.”
8/8/17- Very good reviews from the critics and OK ones from audiences. I’d see it. TRDB.
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THE INCREDIBLE JESSICA JAMES- 2017. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “An aspiring NYC playwright (Jessica Williams) gets over a painful breakup by bonding with a man who was also recently dumped.”
7/30/17- Well written and well acted, I enjoyed this drama/comedy very much. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
Add comment July 30th, 2017
IMPERFECTIONS- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “With her acting career going nowhere, Cassidy Harper takes a job moving inventory for her mom’s boyfriend, a Chicago diamond importer. But Cassidy’s impatience to get to Hollywood inspires a dubious decision to stage a heist and keep the jewels.”
7/28/17– Just 4 reviews so far– 2 up and 2 down. Audiences have given it rave reviews. 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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LANDLINE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this nostalgic portrait of New York City family life in the 1990s, Dana Jacobs is exploring her wild side before her wedding, while younger sister Ali is taking drugs, having sex and making discoveries of her own — including her father’s affair.”
7/21/17- Mixed reviews for this drama/comedy– more positive than negative. TRDB.
10/20/17- The movie was just OK. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
Add comment July 24th, 2017
GIRLS TRIP- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When four lifelong girlfriends journey to New Orleans to attend the Essence Festival — the largest event celebrating African-American culture and music in the United States — the women teach the Big Easy a thing or two about partying.”
7/21/17- I have NO intention of seeing this movie but it did get some very good reviews. TRDB.
Add comment July 24th, 2017
THE LITTLE HOURS- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this medieval romp, convent life is far from pure — or even pure of heart — for Sisters Alessandra, Fernanda and Ginevra, who drive the nunnery’s laborer away with their taunts and drive his replacement crazy with their attempts at seduction.”
6/30/17- Fairly good reviews in general with a few negative ones in there as well. Sounds interesting and I’ll see it if I can. TRDB.
Add comment July 3rd, 2017