A.C.O.D.- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “After enduring decades of conflict between his divorced parents, Carter tries to end the hostilities on the eve of his brother’s marriage. Instead, he ends up making surprising discoveries about his past that only increase the tumult.”
10/4/13- Poor review in today’s NY Times. Other critics are evenly divided. TRDB.
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MY LUCKY STAR- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “When she wins a trip to Singapore, Sofie never expects to cross paths with international diamond thieves, let alone become embroiled in their plot. Her involvement accidentally reveals a deeper plan — and lands her in the arms of David, a hunky spy.”
9/20/13- A “just fair” review in today’s NY Times. Mixed reviews from others as well. TRDB.
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THE MUSLIMS ARE COMING!- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Hoping to counter Americans’ negative attitudes toward Islam, a clutch of Muslim-American comedians launch a national tour for laughs. This documentary chronicles their long, strange trip as they try to educate — and entertain — their audiences.”
9/20/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times and from others as well. TRDB.
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JEWTOPIA- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Old friends Chris and Adam are facing opposite marriage issues: Chris is pursuing his Jewish dream girl, while Adam is having doubts about his own. When Chris asks Adam to help him pass as Jewish, comedic complications and consequences shortly ensue.”
9/20/13- Poor review in today’s NY Times and from most everybody else as well. TRDB.
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GENERATION IRON- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This documentary goes beyond the muscle to tell the real stories of seven men competing for top bodybuilding honors as Mr. Olympia. Each participant shares his personal journey, motivations, challenges and triumphs on the road to victory.”
9/20/13- Mixed reviews in general and from the NY Times as well. TRDB.
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AFTER TILLER- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “AFTER TILLER paints a complex, compassionate portrait of these physicians who have become the new number-one targets of the anti-abortion movement.”
9/20/13- A good review in today’s NY Times and from most critics as well. TRDB.
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ARISE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Daryl Hannah narrates this documentary that uses poetry, music and art to spotlight global women who share a new vision for environmental stewardship. From rainforests to cities, these women search for ways to live in balance with nature.”
9/20/13- An OK review in today’s NY Times. The review said that the movie making was not as good as the subject of this documentary. TRDB.
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THERESE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Trapped in a loveless marriage to her insufferable cousin, Therese Raquin seeks solace in the arms of the attentive Laurent LeClaire. But her quest for happiness may lead to tragedy in this big-screen adaptation of Emile Zola’s classic novel.”
9/15/13- Just 2 short reviews and they are both OK. TRDB.
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MORNING- 2013. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Five days in the life of an American couple immediately following the accidental death of their child. An every day story of tragedy, loss, acceptance, hope and renewal. Morning follows the divergent paths of Mark and Alice Munroe as they circle each other in a heart-breaking pas-de-deux of grief before finally coming to grips with their shared loss.”
9/15/13- This one sounds gut-wrenching. TRDB.
9/27/13- The NY Times liked this film very much. Others have given it mixed reviews. TRDB.
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INEQUALITY FOR ALL- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Discussing numerous issues in clear and accessible language, former U.S. labor secretary and current UC Berkeley professor Robert Reich makes a compelling case about the serious crisis the U.S. faces due to the widening economic gap.”
9/15/13- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
9/27/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
Add comment September 15th, 2013