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WILDLIFE

WILDLIFE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “The emotional perils of adolescence are already challenging enough for Joe Brinson, but after his parents’ move to Montana causes friction between them, Joe begins to realize that his family is dissolving in front of him.”

10/19/18- Excellent reviews by the critics and poor ones from audiences. TRDB.

11/12/18- I have to say that I was a bit disappointed in this movie. Some good acting by Mulligan but I found some of the screenplay hard to take seriously. TRDB. At the Theater.

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NIGERIAN PRINCE

NIGERIAN PRINCE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Packed off to his mother’s native land of Nigeria, resentful American-born teen Eze soon becomes mixed up in a perilous web of fraud after falling under the influence of his cousin Pius, an Internet scammer.”

10/19/18- Just a few reviews noted but they are all good. TRDB.

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THE WALDHEIM WALTZ

THE WALDHEIM WALTZ- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “History has an unfortunate propensity for repeating itself, as demonstrated in this incisive documentary about the rise of former U.N. Secretary-General Kurt Waldheim, who won the Austrian presidency in 1986 despite revelations about his Nazi past”

10/19/18- Great reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

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GALVESTON

GALVESTON- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Enforcer Roy Cady has terminal cancer, but that doesn’t stop his mobster boss from putting out a hit on him. After dispatching his would-be killers — rescuing a young hooker in the process — Cady makes his way to his Texas hometown to plot revenge.”

10/19/18- Fair reviews by the critics and excellent ones by audiences. TRDB.

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HORN FROM THE HEART: THE PAUL BUTTERFIELD STORY

HORN FROM THE HEART: THE PAUL BUTTERFIELD STORY- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Inducted into the rock ‘n’ roll and blues halls of fame, legendary harmonica player Paul Butterfield gets his due in this documentary that recounts his story via his words and music, and through interviews with his friends, family and peers.”

10/17/18- I’ve found 4 reviews so far– 3 are very good and 1 isn’t. TRDB.

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IMPULSO

IMPULSO- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Bringing her unique spirit and artistic vision to the conventional world of flamenco, fiery dancer Rocío Molina has won over audiences and critics. This absorbing documentary follows her as she creates a show for Paris’ Chaillot National Théâtre.”

10/17/18- Just 1 review so far and it is poor. Still, I’ll put it on my list. TRDB.

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CHARM CITY

CHARM CITY- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “This immersive documentary looks at the continuing economic malaise of a poor black neighborhood in Baltimore over a three-year span, contrasting the efforts of community leaders with the grim realities of life on the city’s mean streets.”

10/17/18- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

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THE GUILTY

THE GUILTY- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Working a desk job as an emergency dispatcher after being relieved of his beat cop responsibilities, Asger Holm fields a panicked call from a kidnapped young mother — and must race against time as the situation gets worse with each passing minute.”

10/16/18- Great reviews. TRDB.

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BEAUTIFUL BOY(2018)

BEAUTIFUL BOY- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Based on memoirs by David Sheff and his son Nic, this compelling drama seen through a father’s eyes chronicles the heartbreak of addiction as Nic struggles with his dependence on methamphetamine, which affects the entire family.”

10/12/18- Fair reviews from the critics and better ones from audiences. There is a movie from 2010 with the same name. TRDB.

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BIKINI MOON

BIKINI MOON- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Selected as the subject of a documentary about New York City’s homeless, disturbed but charismatic Bikini becomes rooted in the lives of producer Kate and director Trevor — who’s willing to help Bikini as long as he can exploit her story.”

10/11/18- Just 3 reviews noted- 1 poor and 2 fair. TRDB.

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