Posts filed under 'Documentary/History'
TAKEN BY STORM: THE ART OF STORM THORGERSON AND HIPGNOSIS- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “This documentary chronicles the long and storied career of Storm Thorgerson, the most famous artist you’ve never heard of — the brilliant photographer who created scores of iconic album covers for bands such as Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.”
10/2/15- There are just 2 reviews- one from the NY Times, and both are very positive. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
SHOUT GLADI GLADI- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Meryl Streep narrates this documentary about how one woman, Ann Gloag, fought to empower women and save mothers’ lives in Africa by eliminating fistula, a debilitating but preventable condition that can stem from obstructed labor.”
10/2/15- Just 2 reviews but they are both very positive. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
SHERPA- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Beginning as an account of a 2014 expedition up Mount Everest from the perspective of the unheralded Sherpas who make such climbs possible, this riveting documentary shifts focus when tragedy intervenes, killing 16 of the Himalayan guides.”
10/2/15- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
HE NAMED ME MALALA- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Vividly portraying the obstacles Pakistani women face in getting an education because of prohibitions by the Taliban, this affecting documentary chronicles the story of Malala Yousafzai, a 15-year-old who was shot because of her advocacy efforts.”
10/2/15- Just OK reviews. Most said it was too timid and it felt like everything was rehearsed. I would see it just for the history. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
BRAND: A SECOND COMING- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Entertaining and powerful, this engaging profile of funnyman-turned-activist Russell Brand charts his unique career arc, from no-holds-barred comic provocateur to impassioned advocate for sociopolitical change.”
10/2/15- Generally positive reviews along with some very bad ones as well. It’s probably worth a try. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
SLEEPLESS IN NEW YORK- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Anthropologist Helen Fisher delves deep into the paradoxes of love and heartbreak in this sensitive documentary that focuses on three lovesick young souls. In Fisher’s view, the pain of heartbreak is genuine but can also lead to personal renewal.”
9/25/15- Just 2 reviews– 1 up (The NY Times) and 1 down. It sounds like it could be interesting. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
WESTERN- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Two border towns, one in Texas and the other across the Rio Grande in Mexico, have enjoyed harmonious relations for many years. But the emergence of drug-cartel violence and U.S. plans to shut down the crossing bring tension to both communities.”
9/25/15- Early reviews are very good for this documentary. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
MISSION TO LARS- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Kate and Will Spicer’s brother, Tom, has Fragile X Syndrome, the most common form of inherited learning disability. He is also a massive fan of Lars Ulrich from Metallica. They made a promise to Tom that they would get him to meet Lars. Tom’s dream is their promise. Together they went on a Mission to Lars.”
9/25/15- Good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
DRUNK STONED BRILLIANT DEAD: THE STORY OF THE NATIONAL LAMPOON- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Founded in 1970 as a wacky, shocking and irreverent humor magazine, “National Lampoon” touched off a revolution in American comedic style, as chronicled in this affectionate look at the publication’s history and legacy.”
9/25/15- Very good reviews from both critics and audiences alike for this documentary. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
BECOMING BULLETPROOF- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Chronicling the making of a Western film that employs a crew of disabled actors and movie technicians, this inspiring documentary tears down stereotypes and preconceived ideas by demonstrating what people with disabilities can accomplish.”
9/25/15- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
October 5th, 2015
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