CHRISTMAS, AGAIN- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Greeting the holidays in a cloud of depression, Christmas-tree salesman Noel lives in a trailer in the heart of New York as he grumpily plies his sidewalk trade and broods about his ex-girlfriend — until a very different woman strolls up.”
12/3/15- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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WAR ROOM- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “From the outside, the lives of Tony and Elizabeth Jordan appear perfect, but their marriage is in shambles. After seeking counsel from a wise older woman, Elizabeth realizes it will take a deep commitment to prayer to keep her world from crumbling.”
12/3/15- Poor reviews from critics but audiences have liked this movie. TRDB.
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JACO- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Offering an in-depth profile of Jaco Pastorius, one of the most respected bass guitar players of his time, this engrossing documentary chronicles his life, his music and his strong influence on a younger generation of bassists.”
12/1/15- I’ve seen a single review and it was OK. TRDB.
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KILLING THEM SAFELY (TOM SWIFT AND HIS ELECTRIC RIFLE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Created as a safer alternative to police deployment of firearms, Taser guns have provoked controversy and criticism in the wake of an increasing number of deaths resulting from their use. This documentary explores both sides of the issue.”
11/27/15- Very good reviews. TRDB.
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KARSKI & THE LORDS OF HUMANITY- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “On a mission to investigate Nazi atrocities against European Jews during World War II, Jan Karski risked his life by infiltrating the Warsaw ghetto to gather proof and inform Allied leaders, as chronicled in this compelling documentary.”
11/27/15- I’ve seen just 2 reviews and they are both good. TRDB.
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TAMASHA- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “While marooned on the island of Corsica, young Tara is aided by a backpacker named Ved and they form an attachment — but decide to mask their true identities during their time together. When they meet again years later, Tara finds the magic missing.”
11/24/15- No reviews yet. TRDB.
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STINK- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “When he notices an offensive odor emanating from his child’s pajamas, filmmaker Jon Whelan tracks down the source, discovering in the process that thousands of products on U.S. store shelves contain chemicals whose safety remains unproved.”
11/24/15- All reviews that I’ve seen are positive although not terrific. TRDB.
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JANICE: LITTLE GIRL BLUE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this insightful portrait of 1960s rock legend Janis Joplin, private letters and interviews with her family, friends and colleagues reveal a fragile soul whose overpowering voice made her a superstar before her death from a drug overdose at age 27.”
11/24/15- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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IRAQI ODYSSEY- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Iraq’s unhappy and turbulent history since the 1950s is vividly recalled through the illuminating lens of Iraqi director Samir, who details his family’s reluctant departures as exiles over the course of 50 years.”
11/24/15- Just 1 review and it’s good. TRDB.
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SWEET MICKY FOR PRESIDENT- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix.” In the wake of the devastating Haitian earthquake of 2010, the nation’s presidential election pits the current regime’s handpicked candidate against famed musician Michel Martelly, who gets strong support from renowned American rapper Pras Michel.”
11/20/15- Just 4 reviews- 3 up and 1 down. Audiences have liked it. TRDB.
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