MOMMY- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Diane Després is a flamboyant middle-aged widow and mother to Steve, an adolescent with severe emotional and behavioral problems. As Diane struggles with Steve’s radical mood swings, she begins receiving help from a solicitous new neighbor.”
1/23/15- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
5/2/15- A unique story, well acted and very intense. TRDB. Netflix.
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MATCH- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Patrick Stewart stars as Tobi Powell, a former dancer and aging Julliard choreographer being interviewed by a Seattle couple for a dissertation. But when their questions get too personal, the couple’s hidden agenda becomes evident.”
1/14/15- Fairly good reviews. The NY Times did not like it. TRDB.
9/3/15- I liked the movie especially the first 48 minutes which I found fascinating. TRDB. Netflix.
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HUMAN CAPITAL- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “After a tragic roadway accident, the fates of two families become intertwined as a result of the relationship between two of their children. Love, ambition and class all play a part in this piercing look at social climbers and the überwealthy.”
1/14/15- Very good reviews from critics and audiences. The NY Times did not like it. TRDB.
7/13/15- I was enjoying this movie until 1:12:09 when the DVD stopped and would not start again. I’ll report again after I watch the replacement disc. I can recommend it now, however. TRDB.
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LITTLE ACCIDENTS- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “When fate selects Amos Jenkins as the only survivor of a coal-mining disaster, it also makes him part of the turmoil that follows the tragedy. After a mine executive’s son is murdered, Amos and the boy’s mother join forces to find the killer.”
1/12/15- Reviews are fair at best. The NY Times was so-so on this film. TRDB.
7/13/15- I liked this movie very much and I felt that it portrayed the characters in an extremely realistic manner. TRDB. Netflix.
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MR. TURNER- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “This incandescent biographical portrait of famed 19th-century painter J.M.W. Turner spotlights his artistic genius, along with the eccentric and frequently insensitive behavior that he exhibited in his private life.”
12/19/14 Excellent reviews by critics and just OK ones from audiences. TRDB.
6/3/15- I’m with the audiences on this one. I had big trouble getting into this slow moving whatever and finally turned it off after an hour. TRDB.
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TOP FIVE- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Written, directed, and starring Chris Rock, TOP FIVE tells the story of New York City comedian-turned-film star Andre Allen, whose unexpected encounter with a journalist (Rosario Dawson) forces him to confront the comedy career—and the past—that he’s left behind.”
12/12/14- Very good reviews. TRDB.
3/31/15- I’m not a Chris Rock fan but I did enjoy most of this movie– less comedy than drama. TRDB.
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RED KNOT- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Opting to take their honeymoon cruise to Antarctica aboard a research ship, Chloe and Peter find the going rough in more ways than one. When journalist Peter starts spending most of his time with the scientists, Chloe responds by switching cabins.”
12/5/14- Very good reviews. TRDB.
10/14/15- I found this movie to be very interesting and suspenseful as well. Beautiful photography in Antarctica. TRDB. Netflix.
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LITTLE WHITE LIE- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this intimate documentary, Lacey Schwartz reflects on her experiences growing up in a typical Jewish household, remaining unaware of her true parentage until her mother shares the long-held secret of her affair with a black man.”
11/24/14- Great early reviews. TRDB.
6/23/15- An excellent documentary just as much about family dynamics as about the topic itself. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
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THE SLEEPWALKER- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “As Kaia and her boyfriend work to restore her childhood home, they get an unexpected visit from her estranged sister, Christine, and her fiancé. And it doesn’t take long for recriminations old and new to enter the women’s lives as well.”
11/21/14- Mixed critical reviews and weak audience reviews. TRDB.
6/5/15– I got pulled into this movie about family dysfunction and I’m glad I did. TRDB.
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MONK WITH A CAMERA- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “This inspiring documentary charts the journey of photographer Nicholas Vreeland, grandson of fashion icon Diana Vreeland, who left behind the jet-set world he was born into and turned toward a spiritual path that led to his becoming a Buddhist monk.”
11/21/14- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
4/22/15- A fascinating documentary but I couldn’t help wondering if the movie would have been as interesting if the subject had not been from a famous family. TRDB.
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