THE POSSESSION- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this supernatural horror flick, a young girl unwittingly unleashes an evil spirit that resides in a curious old box filled will mysterious relics. Now the girl and her estranged parents must break the hold the demonic force has on their family.”
8/31/12- An OK review in today’s NY Times but poor reviews in general from critics. Audiences have liked it. TRDB.
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SIDE BY SIDE- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “Keanu Reeves produced and narrates this engaging documentary about the history of digital cinema technology and its vast impact on the movie industry. Despite the digital takeover, many fans still embrace the unique qualities of celluloid film.”
8/31/12- Great reviews from critics and audiences alike. The NY Times loved it. TRDB.
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STEP UP TO THE PLATE- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “Acclaimed French chef Michel Bras passes the torch (in this case his namesake restaurant) to his son Sébastien in this intimate documentary. The eatery, its mouth-watering cuisine and Michel’s mammoth reputation are all virtual co-stars.”
Very early reviews are a bit weak. TRDB.
9/14/12- OK review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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LIBERAL ARTS- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “A speaking engagement brings 35-year-old Jesse back to his college alma mater, where he’s blindsided by nostalgia and a plucky sophomore named Zibby. Newly single and unfulfilled by his job, Jesse finds Zibby pulling him out of his disillusionment.”
Fairly good early professional reviews. TRDB.
9/14/12- Good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
9/26/12- A fun romantic film that I’d recommend. TRDB. Comcast On-Demand.
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ARBITRAGE- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “It’s financial whiz Robert Miller’s day of reckoning. As he struggles to divest his empire before his fraud is brought to light, fate takes a nasty turn. Now desperate and running out of options, Miller turns to an unlikely source for help.”
Great early reviews. I saw the coming attractions for this and it looked very good. TRDB.
9/14/12- Fair review at best in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
9/19/12- A suspenseful and well acted financial thriller. TRDB. At the Theater.
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10 YEARS- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “When a group of friends reunites during their 10th high school reunion, they ponder old dreams and forge new connections. At the center of the crowd is Jake. Planning to propose to his girlfriend, he’s thrown for a loop when his old flame appears.”
I found only 3 reviews, one positive, one very negative and one so-so. TRDB.
9/14/12- Fair review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
3/31/13- A huge waste of time with just a few bright comments surrounded by lots of barroom talk. I had to turn it off. TRDB.
Add comment August 28th, 2012
THE WAY, WAY BACK- 2013. Synopsis by IMDB. “Over the course of his summer break, a teenager comes into his own thanks in part to the friendship he strikes up with one of the park’s managers.”
8/26/12- An article (not a review) in today’s NY Times– Arts and Leisure section. TRDB.
11/8/13- This movie is back On-Demand and received good reviews. TRDB.
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GENERAL EDUCATION- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “Levi Collins receives a college tennis scholarship, but, unbeknownst to his parents, he didn’t actually graduate from high school. Now he must secretly attend summer school before his parents learn the truth.”
8/24/12- Awful review in today’s NY Times and everywhere else too. TRDB.
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DEATH BY CHINA- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “This frank documentary chronicles the growing power and global ambitions of China, and concludes that its strength threatens America’s own future. The film views the loss of American jobs to China as one more facet of a one-sided economic rivalry.”
8/24/12- Poor review in today’s NY Times and elsewhere as well. Audiences haven’t liked it either. TRDB.
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PREMIUM RUSH- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this fast-paced action flick, a New York City bicycle messenger (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) picks up a mysterious envelope for urgent cross-town delivery. But as the lad cycles against the clock, he must also elude a corrupt policeman who wants the package for himself.”
8/24/12- Good review in today’s NY Times and also by other professionals and audiences. TRDB.
Add comment August 24th, 2012