ISLAND OF THE HUNGRY GHOSTS- 2018. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Detainees from the detention center on Christmas Island recount their stories to a trauma therapist who attempts to advocate their cause. Covering the ancient traditions of humans and animals on the island, and the many secrets that will never be known in the jungle, the movement of both species is examined as they attempt to survive.”
3/8/19- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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FERRANTE FEVER- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Loved the world over for a body of work that includes her quartet of “Neapolitan Novels,” Elena Ferrante has long hidden her identity behind a pseudonym. This engaging documentary examines her work to analyze its universal appeal.”
3/8/19- Poor reviews. TRDB.
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BLACK MOTHER- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this engaging documentary, self-taught filmmaker and photographer Khalik Allah sets out to capture the beauty of his Jamaican homeland through its people, giving voice to residents from all walks of life.”
3/8/19- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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THE WEDDING GUEST- 2019. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “This propulsive, globetrotting thriller from acclaimed director Michael Winterbottom is a breathless tour through the shadowy underworlds and hidden realms of Pakistan and India.”
3/1/19- Poor reviews. TRDB.
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CLIMAX- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “On the outskirts of Paris, 20 young dancers gather at a closed boarding school for three days of intensive rehearsals. But at the after-party, things descend into chaos when the punch bowl is spiked with LSD.”
3/1/19- Fair reviews from critics and audiences. TRDB.
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WOMAN AT WAR- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Believing that the aluminum industry is destroying the Icelandic environment, middle-aged Halla begins waging a secret eco-war to protect the landscape. But her crusade is interrupted when she gets a chance to fulfill her dream of adopting a child.”
3/1/19- Excellent reviews from all sources. TRDB.
3/15/19- Very different to say the least but interesting and very well acted. I recommend it. TRDB. At the Theater.
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SHARKWATER EXTINCTION- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Continuing the crusade of its 2006 predecessor “Sharkwater,” this documentary sequel details the massive effect of the illegal shark fin industry, which has contributed to a 90 percent decline in the global shark population over the past 30 years.”
3/1/19- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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SAINT JUDY- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This well-crafted biopic follows immigration lawyer Judy Wood as she takes up the case of an Afghani woman persecuted by the Taliban for starting a school for girls. In the process, Wood leads a fight that will change U.S. asylum laws for women.”
3/1/19- Generally poor reviews. TRDB.
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MAPPLETHORPE- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “This engaging biopic charts the life and legacy of controversial photographer Robert Mapplethorpe, who sends shock waves through the modern art world with his provocative exhibits before his untimely death in 1989.”
3/1/19- Poor reviews from the critics and OK ones from audiences. TRDB.
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JOSEPH PULITZER: VOICE OF THE PEOPLE- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “At a time when the news media is being maligned and undermined, this well-crafted documentary recounts the story of transformational publisher Joseph Pulitzer, who took on a popular president (Teddy Roosevelt) to ensure freedom of the press.”
3/1/19- Just 3 reviews so far– 2 up and 1 down for this documentary. TRDB.
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