DOWNLOADED- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Discover the history of Napster, which began as an unassuming bit of computer code in 1998 and would eventually change the nature of music sales. This film spotlights the site’s teenage founders and reveals its unexpected and earth-shattering legacy.”
6/21/13- A very good review in today’s NY Times and mixed reviews from other critics. TRDB.
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BERT AND ARNIE’S GUIDE TO FRIENDSHIP- 2013. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Helmed by first time director, Jeff Kaplan, “Bert and Arnie’s Guide to Friendship” follows the romantic misadventures of Bert Sheering (Matt Oberg – Comedy Central’s “Ugly Americans”), a sophisticated, yet sexually repressed author and Arnie Hubert (Stephen Schneider – NBC’s “Best Friends Forever”), a no-nonsense executive and unabashed ladies man. When Bert discovers that Arnie is sleeping with his wife, this modern day odd couple are launched into a journey filled with comedy, romance and ultimately, friendship.”
6/21/13- Miserable professional reviews but audiences have liked it. TRDB.
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STUCK IN LOVE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “By turns funny and affecting, this quirky indie tale follows a turbulent year in the lives of the literary Borgens clan, which is in a tailspin thanks to the family patriarch’s obsession with his former wife.”
7/5/13- Mixed reviews at best. The NY Times didn’t care for it. TRDB.
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JUST LIKE A WOMAN- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Sienna Miller stars in this cross-cultural comedy as a Chicago housewife with a penchant for belly dancing. When she decides to take her art to the next level by entering a competition held in Las Vegas, she drags along her dance instructor.”
7/5/13- Awful reviews. The NY Times didn’t hate it but didn’t like it either. TRDB.
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STORM SURFERS 3D- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Now in their 40s, surfing legends Ross Clarke-Jones and Tom Carroll team with meteorologist and surf forecaster Ben Matson to track down and conquer the biggest, most dangerous waves in Australia. Actress Toni Collette narrates.”
6/14/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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MY BEST DAY- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Small-town life is far from dull in this indie charmer that follows refrigerator repair company receptionist Karen in pursuit of her long-lost dad. After fielding a service call from the almost-stranger, Karen convinces a pal to pose as a mechanic.”
6/14/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times but audiences have liked the film. TRDB.
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THE STROLLER STRATEGY- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “After suddenly becoming the surrogate parent of an infant boy, Thomas Platz has to learn the ropes quickly in this babies-and-romance French comedy. When Thomas poses as the baby’s real father to win back his ex-lover, various complications ensue.”
6/14/13- An awful review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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FUKREY- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Four young male friends tackle the challenges and unexpected catastrophes of growing up clueless in this music-packed Bollywood teen drama. Each has his own dream to pursue, but all four are fated to get into trouble while pursuing their goals.”
6/14/13- A barely “fair” review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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IN THE FOG- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “An innocent man accused of treason by Russian partisans fighting the German occupation is marked for death by two of his fellow countrymen. When the trio is ambushed, the man, eager to clear his name, faces a moral choice under immoral circumstances.”
6/14/13- A very good review in today’s NY Times as well as good reviews from most critics. TRDB.
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COPPERHEAD- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Believing that the North can’t win the Civil War, upstate New York farmer Abner Beech advocates for a negotiated peace with the South. Though Beech earns the violent disapproval of his neighbors, he demands his right to free speech.”
7/19/13- Poor review in today’s NY Times and from most others as well. TRDB.
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