LA CHIMERA- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Everyone has their own Chimera, something they try to achieve but never manage to find. For the band of tombaroli, thieves of ancient grave goods and archaeological wonders, the Chimera means redemption from work and the dream of easy wealth.”
3/31/24- Excellent reviews for this Italian drama. TRDB.
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PROBLEMISTA- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Alejandro (Julio Torres) is an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador, struggling to bring his unusual ideas to life in New York City. As time on his work visa runs out, a job assisting an erratic art-world outcast (Tilda Swinton) becomes his only hope to stay in the country and realize his dream.”
3/29/24- Good reviews for this comedy/drama. TRDB.
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SHIRLEY- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The story of the first Black congresswoman, Shirley Chisholm, and her trailblazing run for president of the United States.”
3/24/24- Fair reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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STORMY- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “From reporters to lawyers to politicians, many have attempted to define Stormy Daniels. Stormy tells the unvarnished truth about an unlikely American icon — this time, in her own words.”
3/24/24- Weak reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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FREE TIME- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Drew is approaching the end of his twenties and, with it, his relative youth. Looking to make a sudden change, he decides to quit his cushy desk job and “embrace life.” Cycling quickly through friends, hobbies, and goals, it’s not long until Drew realizes he has no idea what to do with his newfound freedom. Led by Colin Burgess and featuring a wide ensemble of New York City’s funniest performers, Ryan Martin Brown’s debut feature is an uproarious comedy — filmed on location in the midst of America’s “Great Resignation” — about the search for meaning in the modern world.”
3/24/2024- Good reviews for this comedy/drama. TRDB.
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DO NOT EXPECT TOO MUCH FROM THE END OF THE WORLD- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “From Golden Bear winner Radu Jude, DO NOT EXPECT TOO MUCH FROM THE END OF THE WORLD takes a fierce and darkly comic swipe at modern day life. Overworked and underpaid production assistant Angela (Ilinca Manolache) is assigned to film a workplace safety video for a multinational corporation in Bucharest. When one of the interviewees makes a statement that ignites a scandal, Angela has to re-invent the story.”
3/24/24- Excellent reviews by the critics and weak ones from audiences for this movie from Romania. TRDB.
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WILLIAM SHATTNER: YOU CAN CALL ME BILL- 2023. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “From make-believe starship captain to a real-life rocketman, William Shatner has led one of the most unique and best-lived lives on the planet. And while the actor William Shatner may be recognizable around the globe, the man behind the masks is even more interesting than the iconic roles he’s played.”
3/22/24- Good to excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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GOD & COUNTRY- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “GOD & COUNTRY looks at the implications of Christian Nationalism and how it distorts not only our constitutional republic, but Christianity itself. Featuring prominent Christian thought leaders, GOD & COUNTRY asks this question: What happens when a faith built on love, sacrifice, and forgiveness grows political tentacles, conflating power, money, and belief into hyper-nationalism?”
3/19/24- Generally good reviews for this documentary plus a few weak ones from the critics. TRDB.
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ARTHUR THE KING- 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Over the course of ten days and 435 miles, an unbreakable bond is forged between pro adventure racer Michael Light (Mark Wahlberg) and a scrappy street dog companion dubbed Arthur. Based on an incredible true story, ARTHUR THE KING follows Light, desperate for one last chance to win, as he convinces a sponsor to back him and a team of athletes.”
3/17/24- Poor reviews by the critics and excellent ones from audiences. TRDB.
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THE TUBA THIEVES 2024. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “From 2011 to 2013, tubas are stolen from Los Angeles high schools. This story isn’t about thieves or missing tubas. Instead, it asks what it means to listen.”
3/17/24- Excellent reviews for this docudrama. TRDB.
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