PARKLAND- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Based on Vincent Bugliosi’s book, this powerful drama takes place in the Dallas hospital where John F. Kennedy was brought after being shot on Nov. 22, 1963. Intertwining stories follow doctors, FBI agents, an unwitting cameraman and many others.”
9/25/13- Mixed reviews but many critics did not like this movie at all. TRDB.
10/4/13- The NY Times panned this movie today. TRDB.
Add comment September 25th, 2013
BRIDEGROOM- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Helmed by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason, this illuminating documentary chronicles the story of Shane Bitney Crone, who finds himself shut out and deprived of the legal protections of marriage after his same-sex partner dies in a tragic accident.”
9/25/13- Just a few reviews so far and they are very good. TRDB.
10/4/13- The NY Times reviewer liked this documentary very much. TRDB.
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MY LUCKY STAR- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “When she wins a trip to Singapore, Sofie never expects to cross paths with international diamond thieves, let alone become embroiled in their plot. Her involvement accidentally reveals a deeper plan — and lands her in the arms of David, a hunky spy.”
9/20/13- A “just fair” review in today’s NY Times. Mixed reviews from others as well. TRDB.
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THE MUSLIMS ARE COMING!- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Hoping to counter Americans’ negative attitudes toward Islam, a clutch of Muslim-American comedians launch a national tour for laughs. This documentary chronicles their long, strange trip as they try to educate — and entertain — their audiences.”
9/20/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times and from others as well. TRDB.
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JEWTOPIA- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Old friends Chris and Adam are facing opposite marriage issues: Chris is pursuing his Jewish dream girl, while Adam is having doubts about his own. When Chris asks Adam to help him pass as Jewish, comedic complications and consequences shortly ensue.”
9/20/13- Poor review in today’s NY Times and from most everybody else as well. TRDB.
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ARISE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Daryl Hannah narrates this documentary that uses poetry, music and art to spotlight global women who share a new vision for environmental stewardship. From rainforests to cities, these women search for ways to live in balance with nature.”
9/20/13- An OK review in today’s NY Times. The review said that the movie making was not as good as the subject of this documentary. TRDB.
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THERESE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Trapped in a loveless marriage to her insufferable cousin, Therese Raquin seeks solace in the arms of the attentive Laurent LeClaire. But her quest for happiness may lead to tragedy in this big-screen adaptation of Emile Zola’s classic novel.”
9/15/13- Just 2 short reviews and they are both OK. TRDB.
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INEQUALITY FOR ALL- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Discussing numerous issues in clear and accessible language, former U.S. labor secretary and current UC Berkeley professor Robert Reich makes a compelling case about the serious crisis the U.S. faces due to the widening economic gap.”
9/15/13- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
9/27/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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AS I LAY DYING- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Writer-director James Franco’s ambitious take on William Faulkner’s classic novel chronicles the sobering story of a poor Southern clan carrying out the family matriarch’s dying wish to be buried in a distant town”
10/11/13- The NY Times gave this a good review but most critics did not like it. TRDB.
11/11/13- I didn’t like it but managed to watch almost half before turning it off. TRDB.
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SAMPLE THIS- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This doc traces rap’s origins from 1973, when DJ Herc’s “Apache” used the first sample, with some surprising side trips along the way. Music luminaries reveal where Charles Manson, RFK’s assassination and a former Beatle fit into hip-hop history.”
9/13/13- Good reviews all around and the NY Times liked it in today’s review. TRDB.
Add comment September 13th, 2013