THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Young Katie Mitchell embarks on a road trip with her proud parents, younger brother and beloved dog to start her first year at film school. But their plans to bond as a family soon get interrupted when the world’s electronic devices come to life to stage an uprising.”
5/3/21- Excellent reviews for this movie that the whole family can enjoy. TRDB.
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FOUR GOOD DAYS- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In an emotional journey based on a true story by Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post writer Eli Saslow, 31-year-old Molly begs her estranged mother Deb for help fighting a fierce battle against the demons that have derailed her life.”
5/4/21- Awful reviews by the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.
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MARIGHELLA- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Facing a violent military dictatorship and an intimidated opposition, writer-turned-politician Carlos Marighella articulates a resistance all the while ousting heinous crimes of torture and the infamous censorship instituted by the regime.”
5/3/21- Weak early reviews. TRDB.
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LIMBO- 2020. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “LIMBO is a wry and poignant observation of the refugee experience, set on a fictional remote Scottish island where a group of new arrivals await the results of their asylum claims.”
5/3/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and just fair ones by audiences. TRDB.
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ABOUT ENDLESSNESS- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “From Swedish auteur Roy Andersson comes this collection of caustic existential vignettes narrated by an otherworldly female voice who reflects on the story lines, which include an honor killing and a beaten army marching to a prisoner-of-war camp.”
4/27/21- Very good reviews for this Swedish drama. TRDB.
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TOGETHER TOGETHER- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “When 26-year-old Anna agrees to be a gestational surrogate for middle-aged bachelor Matt — who’s eager to be a dad — she’s looking for a way to finance her college degree. But she gets much more as the two develop an unexpected friendship.”
4/22/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
7/20/21- I liked this movie very much and highly recommend it. TRDB.
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MY WONDERFUL WANDA- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. ” Sending her wages to her family in Poland, single mom Wanda works as a caregiver for affluent Swiss businessman Josef, who’s recovering from a stroke at his lakeside villa. When Wanda turns up pregnant, Josef’s entire clan is thrown into a tizzy.”
4/22/21– Fair reviews at best but it sounds interesting to me. TRDB.
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WET SEASON- 20mm. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “As Mandarin-language teacher Ling continues with fruitless IVF treatment while taking care of her ailing father-in-law, she finds herself slowly drawn towards a promising student who seems to have been abandoned by his parents.”
4/22/21- Very good reviews. TRDB.
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TU ME MANQUES- Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A father travels from Bolivia to New York City to confront his dead son’s boyfriend.”
4/22/21- Great reviews for this Spanish drama. TRDB.
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STEVE JOBS- 2016. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “With public anticipation running high, Apple Inc. co-founders Steve Jobs (Michael Fassbender) and Steve “Woz” Wozniak get ready to unveil the first Macintosh in 1984. Jobs must also deal with personal issues related to ex-girlfriend Chrisann Brennan and their young daughter Lisa.”
4/21/21- I liked this drama. TRDB.
Add comment April 21st, 2021