BOBBI JENE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Rebooting her personal and professional lives, American dancer Bobbi Jene Smith returns to the United States from Israel, where’s she’s been a star for more than a decade. This engrossing documentary follows Smith as she branches out on her own.”
9/22/17– Fair reviews. TRDB.
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BATTLE OF THE SEXES- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1973, Billie Jean King, the world’s No. 2 female tennis player, took on 55-year-old ex-champ Bobby Riggs in a match hyped as the Battle of the Sexes. This sports dramedy delves into the battles being played out in their lives beyond the spotlight.”
9/22/17- Very good reviews by the critics and 50/50 by audiences. TRDB.
10/1/17- I liked the movie and it was much more than a tennis match. TRDB. At the Theater.
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GAGA: FIVE FOOT TWO- Synopsis by Netflix. “Offering an inside look at the life and career of fashion-forward pop star Lady Gaga, this high-energy documentary follows the singer as she marks the release of a new album and prepares for a lavishly staged halftime show at Super Bowl LI.”
9/22/17- Fairly good reviews by the critics and excellent ones by audiences. TRDB.
9/24/17- I enjoyed the movie but it contained much of the “hero worship” that documentaries of famous performers have. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
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BONES OF CONTENTION- 2017. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “”Bones of Contention” explores the theme of historical memory in Spain, focusing on the repression of lesbians and gays under Franquismo. What happened to LGBT people during the Franco regime?”
9/20/17- I’ve seen just 1 review and it was excellent. TRDB.
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RED TREES- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Documentarian Marina Willer — a descendant of one of 12 Jewish families to survive the Nazi occupation of Prague (thanks to her granddad’s ability to make citric acid) — chronicles her family’s life during wartime and their immigration to Brazil.”
9/20/17- Fair reviews at best. TRDB.
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THIRST STREET- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “During a layover in Paris, American flight attendant Gina becomes infatuated with urbane bartender Jérôme after one night of passion. But when he fails to return her feelings, Gina begins to lose her grip on reality.”
9/20/17- Fairly good reviews for this drama/comedy. TRDB.
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THE WILDE WEDDING- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “For her fourth wedding, former film star Eve Wilde makes the mistake of inviting her first husband –renowned stage actor Laurence Darling — to the festivities, giving rise to some unforeseen and wacky repercussions.”
9/15/17- Awful reviews. TRDB.
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RAT FILM- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this fascinating documentary, an eye-opening portrait of Baltimore emerges as filmmaker Theo Anthony surveys the city’s history through its enormous population of Norway rats and the observations of those who love and hate them.”
9/15/17- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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WOODPECKERS- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When Julián arrives at Najayo Prison, a big shot inmate enlists him to communicate via sign language with his lover, Yanelly, who’s locked up at a women’s compound 150 yards away. But before long, an attraction develops between Yanelly and Julián.”
9/15/17- Good reviews from the critics and excellent ones from audiences. TRDB.
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STRONG ISLAND- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “More than two decades after Yance Ford’s unarmed brother was shot and killed during a dispute with a mechanic — who was allowed to go free — the filmmaker re-examines the events surrounding the tragedy and its effect on their family.”
9/15/17- Excellent reviews from the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.
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