T-REX- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “17-year-old Claressa ‘T-Rex’ Shields from Flint, Michigan dreams of being the first woman in history to win a gold medal in Olympic boxing. But in order for her to succeed, she’ll need to stand her ground both inside and outside the ring.”
6/24/16- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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FROM THIS DAY FORWARD- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Director Sharon Shattuck’s personal documentary chronicles the effects of her father coming out as a transgender female while Sharon was in middle school. Though her mother was shocked by her husband’s revelation, she chose to continue the marriage.”
6/24/16- I’ve seen just 4 reviews for this documentary but they are all excellent . TRDB.
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EAT THAT QUESTION: FRANK ZAPPA IN HIS OWN WORDS- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Blending a wealth of personal interviews and concert footage, this in-depth biography paints a fascinating portrait of avant-garde musician Frank Zappa, whose iconoclastic influence has continued decades after his death.”
6/24/16- Great reviews. TRDB.
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BREAKING THE MONSTER- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “It’s a year in the life of Unlocking the Truth, a metal band made up of 13-year-old musicians Alec, Malcolm and Jarad, who leap from childhood to the adult world of music industry demands while on their way to a lucrative record deal with Sony Music.”
6/24/16- All critics liked this documentary but most had some negative things to say as well. TRDB.
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TICKLED- 2016. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “After stumbling upon a bizarre “competitive endurance tickling” video online, wherein young men are paid to be tied up and tickled, reporter David Farrier reaches out to request a story from the company.”
6/17/16- Excellent reviews for this documentary by the critics and OK ones from audiences. TRDB.
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SEOUL SEARCHING- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Set in 1986, this engaging teen comedy follows a boisterous group of high schoolers of Korean descent who travel to a summer camp in Seoul to learn about their motherland and cultural heritage — and to hook up with one another.”
6/17/16- Very good reviews from all sources. TRDB.
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RAIDERS! THE STORY OF THE GREATEST FAN FILM EVER MADE- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Three Mississippi boys share a unique obsession: They want to film their own version of their favorite film, “Raiders of the Lost Ark.” This affable documentary chronicles the 30 years it took the friends to finally realize their cinematic goal.”
6/17/16- Excellent reviews from most critics and audiences as well. TRDB.
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MY LOVE, DON’T CROSS THAT RIVER- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this affecting documentary about human love and mortality, an ailing 98-year-old man and his 89-year-old wife reluctantly recognize that their time together is drawing to a close after 76 years of marriage.”
6/17/16- Very good reviews from critics and audiences alike. TRDB.
11/3/16- A love story from China definitely worth seeing. TRDB.
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ARGENTINA- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “This effusive musical documentary invites viewers to experience the rich contours of traditional Argentinean music, which is combined with dance movements to portray both regional tales and passionate love stories.”
6/17/16- Fair to good reviews. I’ll definitely plan to see it. TRDB.
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THE MUSIC OF STRANGERS- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Founded by famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma, the Silk Road Ensemble includes more than 50 musicians, composers and other artists. Touring the globe, the group collaborates with local performers in a quest to broaden the world’s musical horizons.”
6/10/16- Very good reviews from critics and fair ones from audiences for this documentary. TRDB.
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