AKA DOC POMUS- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “While childhood polio robbed Doc Pomus of the use of his legs, it couldn’t constrain his spirit — or his songwriting instincts — as documented here. Home movies and interviews with rock luminaries paint a picture of the singer-turned-songsmith.”
10/4/13- Very good reviews from all critics and from today’s NY Times also. TRDB.
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GRAVITY- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “As a medical engineer on her first shuttle mission embarks on a space walk with a seasoned astronaut, debris strikes their craft and destroys it — leaving the two floating through space tethered together, with no connection to Earth.”
10/2/13- Very good reviews and this film has been well received at festivals too. TRDB.
10/4/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
10/11/13- Kind of a weak story but the special effects are definitely worth the price of admission. TRDB.
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THE DEAD MAN AND BEING HAPPY- 2013. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In Award-winning Spanish director Javier Rebollo’s third feature, Santos (renowned Spanish actor José Sacristán), a sick, worn-down hired killer, impulsively heads out on one last assignment: a 2,000-mile excursion from his Buenos Aires hospital bed into the vast interior of Argentina.”
10/1/13- A mixed review in today’s NY Times but it sounds interesting to me. TRDB.
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TWO JACKS- 2013. Synopsis by IMDB. “Jack Hussar is a legendary Hollywood director, whose persona commands respect and adoration from his fans. Can his son, Jack Jr. maintain his legacy?”
9/29/13- No professional reviews yet but audiences have liked it very much. TRDB.
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PARADISE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “The comedy follows a sheltered young woman (Julianne Hough) who loses her faith after a plane crash and decides to go to Las Vegas to experience the wild side of life. On her journey, she meets unlikely companions (Russell Brand and Octavia Spencer) who inadvertently help her find her true self.”
9/29/13- Poor early reviews. TRDB.
10/18/13- Another poor review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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I’M IN LOVE WITH A CHURCH GIRL- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “When a tough-minded ex-drug dealer falls for a beautiful but highly devout Christian woman, their mutual attraction takes them both down a twisty path that tests their love — and their faith.”
10/18/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times and I could not find one positive review anywhere. TRDB.
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THE FIFTH ESTATE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Following the working relationship between WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and Daniel Domscheit-Berg, one of his earliest supporters, this fact-based drama recounts the early days of the revolutionary website and the inevitable conflict it wrought.”
9/29/13- Mostly poor reviews with a few good ones tossed in. TRDB.
10/18/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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ESCAPE PLAN- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Framed and thrown into an escape-proof prison that he designed himself, structural security expert Ray must use all his know-how to break out. Ray and a fellow inmate dodge the jail’s corrupt warden and guard to track down who’s behind the setup.”
10/18/13- A fair at best review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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ENZO AVITABILE MUSIC LIFE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Jonathan Demme helms this musical documentary that shines a light on the eclectic sounds of songwriter-musician Enzo Avitabile. The film blends performance footage with interviews that reveal Avitabile’s independent spirit.”
10/18/13- Good professional reviews in general and an OK one in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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BLOOD BROTHER- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “After traveling to India, American tourist Rocky Braat wound up finding new purpose in life helping children with HIV and AIDS. This inspiring film documents the challenges he faces and the love he finds as he creates a meaningful life.”
9/29/13- Very good reviews. TRDB.
10/18/13- An excellent review for this documentary in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
Add comment September 29th, 2013