FREEHELD- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this fact-based drama, same-sex partners Laurel Hester and Stacie Andree face tragedy and discrimination when Laurel is diagnosed with terminal cancer, and her request to pass on her pension benefits to Stacie is denied.”
10/2/15- Weak reviews, most calling it a worthy cause but just not interesting. TRDB.
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THE MOVING CREATURES- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this meditative drama about the ties of blood — especially those between a mother and child — director Caetano Gotardo weaves together a trio of stories about three families grappling with loss.”
9/11/15- Just 4 professional reviews– 3 up including the NY Times and 1 down. Audiences are 50/50. TRDB.
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HOME FROM HOME: CHRONICLE OF A VISION- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Shot largely in black-and-white but splashed with bursts of color, this installment of Edgar Reitz’s Heimat series again focuses on Schabbach village. In the 1840s, residents are looking at South America as a place to escape poverty and start anew.”
9/11/15- Very good reviews from critics and excellent reviews from audiences. TRDB.
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GOODNIGHT MOMMY- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “After plastic surgery, a mother returns home to her 10-year-old identical twin sons with her face swathed in bandages. But as she recovers, her increasingly odd behavior fuels the boys’ fears about the identity of the woman behind the gauze.”
9/11/15- Fairly good reviews from audiences and critics. TRDB.
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TIME OUT OF MIND- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Homeless and struggling to survive on the streets of New York City, George Hammond admits himself to Bellevue Hospital as a last resort. Before long, he finds a sympathetic soul named Dixon, who encourages George to reshape his future.”
9/9/15- Fairly good professional reviews for this drama starring Richard Gere. Weak reviews from audiences so far. TRDB.
9/18/15- A very good portrait of what it’s like to be homeless and desperate. The movie grew on me after an initial period where I had trouble understanding the mumbled dialogue. TRDB. Comcast On-Demand.
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A BRILLIANT YOUNG MIND- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Though Nathan Ellis possesses exceptional talent with numbers, he struggles with his social skills — until a caring new teacher helps him step outside of his shell and fully realize his potential as a mathematician.”
9/9/15- Very good reviews from most reviewers. TRDB.
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WOLF TOTEM- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Sent from Beijing to the wilds of Inner Mongolia to educate the children of nomadic shepherds, young Chen Zhen instead learns about the bond between the herders and the region’s wolves — a relationship being endangered by a government official.”
9/9/15- I’ve seen just 2 reviews– 1 up and 1 down. TRDB.
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THE CHALLENGER- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Not a fighter by nature, Jaden Miller nonetheless turns to his fists when he and his mother face eviction. With help from trainer Duane Taylor, Miller hones the boxing skills that make him a local hero and earn him a shot at becoming a champ.”
9/8/15- Poor early reviews. TRDB.
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BREATHE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “When the worldly and charismatic Sarah enrolls at Charlie’s high school, they soon become the best of friends — until a holiday at the beach leads to emotional complications and misunderstandings between the two girls.”
9/8/15- Very good reviews. TRDB.
9/2/15- A well acted, well written French movie that was painful to watch. Not for the faint of heart. TRDB. At the Theater.
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THE WOMAN INSIDE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Woo-jin’s life enters the supernatural realm after he begins waking up in a different body each day while remaining the same person inside. Though the woman he loves knows his secret, will Woo-jin’s endless transformations doom their relationship?”
9/8/15- A hit in Cannes this year, I’ll recommend it. TRDB.
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