LIV AND INGMAR- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This documentary chronicles the collaboration of Swedish director Ingmar Bergman and actress Liv Ullmann, who made 12 films together over 42 years. The film weaves behind-the-scenes footage, film clips, and excerpts from letters and memoirs.”
12/13/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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BEATOCELLO’S UMBRELLA- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “For 40 years, Swiss pediatrician and cellist Beat Richner has lifted spirits through music — and his comic alter ego, Beatocello. But he’s also devoted decades to building children’s hospitals in Cambodia and saving thousands of lives.
12/13/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. I’ve seen just 1 other review and it’s good also. TRDB.
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NUCLEAR NATION- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This harrowing documentary centers on refugees from Futaba, ground zero for the Fukushima nuclear disaster of March 2011. Three stories unfold against a backdrop of government indifference and a history of local exploitation.”
12/11/13- Good review from everyone including the review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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REVOLUTION- 2013. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Continuing his adventurous journey around the world, filmmaker Rob Stewart brings us Revolution, a full length feature film that is inspiring humans to change the world and save our planet. Along with world renowned experts, he learns that past evolutions can help solve some of our current and future environmental problems. Startling, beautiful, and provocative, Revolution has already won awards at international film festivals and shows us that we can make a difference.”
12/6/13- Good reviews. TRDB.
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LENNY COOKE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Lenny Cooke was America’s top-ranked high school basketball player in 2001, but surprisingly, no team picked him up in the NBA draft. This documentary captures the story of a promising young player who never fulfilled his destiny.”
12/6/13- Very good reviews in general but the NY Times gave it a poor review. TRDB.
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ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE EVENING- 2013. About NY City musicians cut down by AIDS.
12/6/13- An OK review from the NY Times today and a few other critics have liked it as well. TRDB.
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PAD YATRA- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Hoping to preserve the fragile environment surrounding the world’s highest mountain range, 700 trekkers cross the Himalayas to spread their message. As part of the mission, the group also collects and packs out hundreds of pounds of litter.”
11/29/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times for this documentary. Other reviews have been mixed. TRDB.
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SHORED UP- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This documentary spotlights the imminent disappearance of shorelines — and shoreside communities — amid global climate change. The film follows efforts to bolster towns in New Jersey and North Carolina, and reveals the roadblocks against change.”
11/29/13- A good review in today’s NY Times and from others as well. TRDB.
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WEEKEND OF A CHAMPION- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1971, director Roman Polanski spent three days recording Formula One racing champion Jackie Stewart’s life leading up to the Monaco Grand Prix. This recut version of Polanski’s original film includes a reunion between the two men 40 years later.”
11/22/13- Good reviews all around including the review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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DIE NARDE (THE SCAR)- 2013. “Comprising a single helicopter ride that follows the entire length of the former Berlin Wall in real time, this compelling film traces the remains of a barrier that once split the city in two.”
11/22/13- Poor reviews including the one in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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