Posts filed under 'Seen On Netflix'
EMPEROR- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “As World War II ends, Gen. MacArthur oversees Japan’s surrender, an act that dispels the nation’s centuries-old beliefs about its emperor. With the eyes of the world — and history — upon them, MacArthur and his protégé will change Japan forever.”
3/8/13- Weak review in today’s NY Times and elsewhere as well. TRDB.
8/21/13- Generally well deserved poor reviews but I feel that the movie was at least interesting from a historical point of view. TRDB.
Tags: drama
February 15th, 2013
A PLACE AT THE TABLE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Using personal stories, this powerful doc illuminates the plight of the 49 million Americans struggling with food insecurity. A single mother, a small-town policeman and a farmer are among those for whom putting food on the table is a daily battle.”
3/1/13- A “just OK” review in today’s NY Times with the reviewer saying that the movie had too much restraint and none of the deserved outrage. I’ll skip this one. TRDB.
7/2/13- This movie got very good reviews with the exception of the NY Times. I have to agree with the Times that although the movie presented a lot of facts it lacked a certain degree of outrage. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
February 14th, 2013
11 FLOWERS- 2011. Synopsis by Netflix. “This elegantly filmed drama of village life is told from the viewpoint of an 11-year-old who unexpectedly comes into contact with an accused murderer. The upheavals of China’s Cultural Revolution provide a turbulent backdrop to the boy’s adventures.”
2/22/13- Good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
4/30/14- A very enjoyable movie with, of course, social and political themes. The kids were great. TRDB. Netflix.
Tags: drama, Foreign
February 14th, 2013
SUPPORTING CHARACTERS- 2012. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Crack film editors Nick and Darryl are hired to save a movie in desperate need of their skills, a gig that turns out to be filled with bad luck. Both men’s relationships are upended and their partnership is tested by the film’s delusional director.”
1/25/13- Good review in today’s NY Times and elsewhere as well. TRDB.
6/25/13- I enjoyed this low budget movie about personal relationships and professional relationships. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
Tags: drama
January 27th, 2013
THE TASTE OF MONEY- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this suspenseful erotic drama, the private male secretary and lover of Madam Baek, a Korean conglomerate’s middle-aged matriarch, falls for her more genuine daughter. Meanwhile, Madam Baek’s husband has an affair with the Filipino nanny.”
1/25/13- Mostly negative reviews but the NY Times liked this film very much. TRDB.
6/21/13- I have to agree with the “NO” votes. Bad, bad and I turned it off. TRDB. Netflix.
Tags: drama, Foreign
January 27th, 2013
STOLEN SEAS- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “Utilizing exclusive interviews and unparalleled access to real pirates, hostages, ship-owners, pirate negotiators and experts on piracy, Stolen Seas presents a chilling exploration of the Somali pirate phenomenon. Stolen Seas is an eye opening refutation of preconceived ideas on how or why piracy has become the world’s most frightening multi-million dollar growth industry.”
1/18/13- This movie was one of the “best of the fest” at the Palm Springs International Film Festival this year and was praised in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
11/11/14- An excellent documentary that tries to change your concept of ship hijacking by showing the customs and life of the Somali pirates, the ship companies AND the governments involved. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
Tags: documentary
January 18th, 2013
CLANDESTINE CHILDHOOD- 2011. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Argentina, 1979. After years of exile, Juan (12) and his family come back to Argentina under fake identities. Juan’s parents and his uncle Beto are members of the Montoneros Organization, which is fighting against the Military Junta that rules the country. Because of their political activities they are being tracked down relentlessly, and the threat of capture and even death is constant. However, Juan’s daily life is also full of warmth and humor, and he quickly and easily integrates into his new environment. His friends at school and the girl he has a gigantic crush on, Maria, know him as Ernesto, a name he must not forget, since his family’s survival is at stake. Juan accepts this and follows all of his parents’ rules until one day he is told that they need to move again immediately, and leave his friends and Maria behind without an explanation. This is a story about militancy, undercover life, and love. The story of a clandestine childhood.”
1/11/13- Mixed reviews in today’s NY Times and in general. Some were very good and some were just fair. TRDB.
3/16/15– I enjoyed this movie. The effects on the young boy were heartbreaking. TRDB.
Tags: drama, Foreign
January 17th, 2013
ELENA UNDONE- 2010. Synopsis by Netflix. “When openly gay writer Peyton (Traci Dinwiddie) and love-starved pastor’s wife Elena (Necar Zadegan) meet, they immediately form a strong bond. But the warmth of friendship soon erupts into a sizzling affair, forcing both women to confront their unexpected yet intense feelings. By turns sensual, smart and funny, writer-director Nicole Conn’s semiautobiographical tale explores the contemporary landscape of connection and commitment.”
1/8/13- Somewhat formulaic but I did like the characters and did enjoy the movie. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
Tags: drama
January 8th, 2013
THE IMPOSSIBLE- 2012. Synopsis by Netflix. “Tracking one family’s harrowing experiences, this gripping drama depicts the chaos generated by the massive 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia. On December 26, Maria, Henry and their sons are vacationing in Thailand when unthinkable disaster strikes.”
12/21/12- Basically a good review of the movie itself in today’s NY Times but the reviewer noted that the story was about wealthy tourists and had little to do with the thousands of native Asians who suffered. TRDB.
5/6/13- A real dichotomy here- after a very real opening scene with the tsunami the movie sunk into a cheesy Hollywood drag. TRDB. Netflix.
Tags: drama
December 22nd, 2012
NOT FADE AWAY- 2012. “Inspired by the music of Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, three 1960s high-schoolers form a rock band in the New Jersey suburbs. James Gandolfini co-stars in this debut feature from “Sopranos” creator David Chase.”
12/21/12- A very good review in today’s NY Times and elsewhere too. TRDB.
12/20/13- I found the movie boring, watched half and finally turned it off. TRDB.
Tags: drama
December 22nd, 2012
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