ON THE ROCKS- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Doubting the fidelity of her hubby, Dean, as he takes more business trips, stay-at-home mom Laura turns to her playboy dad for advice. When he suggests that they tail Dean all over town, it leads to a comic adventure and growing father-daughter bond.”
10/2/20- Very good reviews for this comedy/drama.
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THE BOYS IN THE BAND- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix.”From director William Friedkin comes this trailblazing 1970s drama about a close-knit group of gay friends’ reunion at their pal’s birthday party, where snippets from each person’s life are revealed throughout the evening. But when the liquor begins flowing freely, and then a straight male guest arrives unexpectedly at the party, the gay men begin to show their true colors — some of which are less than pretty.
10/2/20- Very good reviews. TRDB.
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DICK JOHNSON IS DEAD- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A filmmaker and her elderly father stage his death in various ways to help them face his inevitable demise.”
10/2/20- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
10/2/20- A very unusual film- it was unique, interesting and I’d recommend it. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
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ALL IN: THE FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “All In: The Fight for Democracy examines the often overlooked, yet insidious issue of voter suppression in the United States in anticipation of the 2020 Presidential Election. The film interweaves personal experiences with current activism and historical insight to expose a problem that has corrupted our democracy from the very beginning. With the perspective and expertise of Stacey Abrams, the former Minority Leader of the Georgia House of Representatives, the documentary will offer an insider’s look into laws and barriers to voting that most people don’t even know is a threat to their basic rights as citizens of the United States.”
9/12/20- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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DATELINE- SAIGON- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A look at the early years of the Vietnam War through distinguished reporters and photographers of the time.”
7/15/20- Just 1 review so far and its good. TRDB. Rent or buy on iTunes and perhaps Prime as well. TRDB.
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WASP NETWORK- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In the late 80s and early 90s, rebel groups based in Florida enact violent attacks on Cuba to protest Castro’s influence, bombing hotels and murdering innocent beachgoers. In retaliation, the Cuban government deploys an elite group of spies to take down the terrorist groups from the inside.”
6/20/20- Poor reviews but you can see Penelope. TRDB.
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PHOENIX, OREGON- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Two longtime buddies decide to resist a slow fade into middle age by quitting their jobs and opening a bowling-and-pizza joint in their little town. But the realities of becoming business owners soon put a few kinks in their plan.”
6/8/20- Most reviews were favorable- there were no “very good” reviews. TRDB.
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WORKING MAN- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “At loose ends after the factory he’s worked at for decades shuts down, loyal Allery Parkes sneaks into the plant to continue working despite the closure. Ultimately, he inspires his unemployed colleagues to follow suit to try to revive the factory.”
5/9/20- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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A GOOD WOMAN IS HARD TO FIND- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In a housing estate plagued by drugs and violence, Sarah struggles to raise her two children alone after her husband’s vicious murder. But matters only get worse when a small-time dealer forces her to provide safe haven from a vengeful crime boss.”
5/9/20- Good reviews but it sounds gory to me and I’ll skip it. TRDB.
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CLEMENTINE- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Still smoldering after being dumped by her older girlfriend, Karen breaks into her ex’s Pacific Northwest lake house. But instead of recovering in solitude, Karen begins a complicated relationship with a charismatic young woman from across the lake.”
5/9/20- Fair reviews at best. TRDB. Not sure if this movie can be streamed yet.
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