ALL THE RAGE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “A personal journey to end his immobilizing back pain led co-director Michael Galinsky to John Sarno, the doctor whose book on the topic cured Galinsky’s father. This documentary shows how Sarno’s mind-body approach could revolutionize pain treatment.”
6/23/17- Just a few reviews so far and they are good. TRDB.
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IN TRANSIT- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “In his last film, documentarian Albert Maysles captures a journey aboard the Empire Builder, a long-distance train route where the passengers connect as they share their thoughts about events they anticipate at their final destination.”
6/23/17- Good reviews. TRDB.
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PAULINA- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Unfulfilled by her career as an attorney, Paulina becomes a schoolteacher in a remote region of Argentina. But just as she’s beginning to adjust to her new world, Paulina is brutally assaulted by a gang of boys that may include some of her students.”
6/23/17- Excellent reviews by the critics and OK ones from audiences. TRDB.
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THE BEGUILED- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this remake of the 1971 drama set during the Civil War, a wounded Union soldier finds refuge in a Southern boarding school for girls and soon becomes a catalyst for a torrent of jealousy and animosity among the occupants.”
6/23/17- Fair to good reviews by nearly all of the critics. TRDB.
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THE BIG SICK- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “After meeting at a stand-up comedy show, funnyman Kumail and graduate student Emily embark on a romance. But as the expectations of his strict Muslim family create conflict between the couple, their relationship begins to crumble.”
6/22/17- Excellent reviews by the critics and good ones by audiences. TRDB.
7/4/17- I really enjoyed this comedy. Good story and very well acted. TRDB. At the Theater.
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HEARING IS BELIEVING- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “”Hearing Is Believing” introduces the world to the young musician & composer Rachel Flowers. Born premature, she soon lost her eyesight but had perfect pitch. The film illuminates the bonds of family and the divine mysteries of creativity.”
6/16/17- Only a few reviews noted and they are weak. TRDB.
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SCORE: A FILM MUSIC DOCUMENTARY- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Movie fans may give it little thought, but a film’s music is key to establishing mood and drama. This absorbing look at the craft of composing for movies features interviews with several masters, including John Williams, Hans Zimmer and Quincy Jones.”
6/16/17- Critics liked it very much and audiences loved it. TRDB.
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THE JOURNEY- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this reimagining of events surrounding the 2006 St. Andrews Agreement, which brought peace to Northern Ireland, Protestant preacher Ian Paisley and Sinn Féin politician Martin McGuinness take a ride together that will alter the course of history.”
6/16/17- Reviews were just OK. TRDB.
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F(L)AG FOOTBALL- 2017. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Three teams and their journey to become the next Gay Bowl Champions. With everything on the line, some teams will come together and others will fall apart, but gay sports will never be seen the same way again.”
6/16/17- I’ve seen 3 reviews of this movie– all were positive but none very enthusiastic. TRDB.
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MAUDIE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This affecting biopic charts the story of Maud Lewis, who rises above the juvenile rheumatoid arthritis that made her a social outcast and finds a passion for painting, becoming a beloved Canadian folk artist in the process.”
6/16/17- Good to excellent reviews. TRDB.
8/2/17- A real love story between 2 characters who provided the strength to each other to overcome their handicaps. TRDB. At the Theater.
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