HOME FROM HOME: CHRONICLE OF A VISION- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Shot largely in black-and-white but splashed with bursts of color, this installment of Edgar Reitz’s Heimat series again focuses on Schabbach village. In the 1840s, residents are looking at South America as a place to escape poverty and start anew.”
9/11/15- Very good reviews from critics and excellent reviews from audiences. TRDB.
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THE BEAUTY INSIDE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Woo-jin’s life enters the supernatural realm after he begins waking up in a different body each day while remaining the same person inside. Though the woman he loves knows his secret, will Woo-jin’s endless transformations doom their relationship?”
9/11/15- Generally positive early reviews. TRDB.
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TIME OUT OF MIND- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Homeless and struggling to survive on the streets of New York City, George Hammond admits himself to Bellevue Hospital as a last resort. Before long, he finds a sympathetic soul named Dixon, who encourages George to reshape his future.”
9/9/15- Fairly good professional reviews for this drama starring Richard Gere. Weak reviews from audiences so far. TRDB.
9/18/15- A very good portrait of what it’s like to be homeless and desperate. The movie grew on me after an initial period where I had trouble understanding the mumbled dialogue. TRDB. Comcast On-Demand.
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THE CHALLENGER- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Not a fighter by nature, Jaden Miller nonetheless turns to his fists when he and his mother face eviction. With help from trainer Duane Taylor, Miller hones the boxing skills that make him a local hero and earn him a shot at becoming a champ.”
9/8/15- Poor early reviews. TRDB.
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BREATHE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “When the worldly and charismatic Sarah enrolls at Charlie’s high school, they soon become the best of friends — until a holiday at the beach leads to emotional complications and misunderstandings between the two girls.”
9/8/15- Very good reviews. TRDB.
9/2/15- A well acted, well written French movie that was painful to watch. Not for the faint of heart. TRDB. At the Theater.
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THE WOMAN INSIDE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Woo-jin’s life enters the supernatural realm after he begins waking up in a different body each day while remaining the same person inside. Though the woman he loves knows his secret, will Woo-jin’s endless transformations doom their relationship?”
9/8/15- A hit in Cannes this year, I’ll recommend it. TRDB.
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12 ROUNDS 3: LOCKDOWN- Synopsis by Netflix. “Champion grappler Dean Ambrose heads the cast of this gritty thriller about an honest cop who finds himself hunted by his fellow officers after he discovers evidence that implicates them in a killing.”
9/8/15- No reviews as yet. TRDB.
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PARTY GIRL- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “At age 60, bar hostess Angélique still enjoys her carefree style of work and life but realizes it may be time to find a permanent mate. Astonished when one of her most loyal customers proposes, Angélique starts having doubts as the wedding day nears.”
9/8/15- Fairly good reviews. TRDB.
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A SINNER IN MECCA- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Risking arrest and prison, gay filmmaker Parvez Sharma smuggles an iPhone and two miniature cameras into the sacred Islamic city of Mecca, allowing him to capture astonishing glimpses of the massive influx of pilgrims during the hajj.”
9/4/15- Great reviews!! TRDB.
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DIRTY WEEKEND- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “When their flight out of Albuquerque, N.M., is delayed, business colleagues Les Moore and Natalie Hamilton start a conversation that soon has them trading personal revelations — leading to an unscheduled trip into Moore’s past.”
9/4/15- Terrible professional reviews but audiences have liked it. TRDB.
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