FILM REVIEWS #587

March 31st, 2016

MARCH 31, 2016

DEAR FRIENDS:

 

YOU CAN ACCESS THIS NEWSLETTER AND PAST REVIEWS AT MY WEBSITE- www.thereeldrbob.com

 

Again, very few movies this week as I transition to NY AND have family visiting!!!

 

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK- NONE

 

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK AT THE THEATER- NONE

 

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK AT HOME-

 

1) BREAK POINT- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Doubles tennis player Jimmy Price’s poor on- and off-court behavior has cost him his partner, along with his spot on the professional circuit. In a last grab at glory, Jimmy persuades his estranged brother to team with him for a major tournament.”

3/30/16- Just plain awful!! TRDB.

 

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT TUESDAY, APRIL 5-

 

Recommended-

 

1) IN THE HEART OF THE SEA– 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Revisiting the incredible true tale of the whaling ship Essex, which was rammed and sunk by a sperm whale in 1820, this historical drama chronicles the crew’s horrific 90-day struggle to survive amid storms, hunger and despair.”

12/9/15- Fair reviews so far. TRDB.

2) TUMBLEDOWN– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Hoping to move past the death of her husband, celebrated folk musician Hunter Miles, Hannah begins penning an account of his life. But before long, she meets an author also writing a biography of Hunter — one with a distinctly different view of him.”

2/5/16- Mixed reviews by the critics. Audiences have liked it. TRDB.

3) BAD HURT– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “With one son battling post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of his combat experiences and a special-needs adult daughter to care for, beleaguered parents Elaine and Ed Kendall find themselves stretched to their emotional limits.”

2/12/16- Good reviews. TRDB.

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OPENED LAST FRIDAY, MARCH 25-

 

Recommended-

 

1) BORN TO BE BLUE– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “This inventive reimagining of jazzman Chet Baker’s life picks up during the late 1960s, when the trumpeter is almost as famous for his addiction as he is for his music. Looking for a career boost, he agrees to take part in a movie about his life.”

3/25/16- Very good reviews by critics and audiences. TRDB.

2) FASTBALL– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Kevin Costner narrates as a gallery of baseball greats — including Hank Aaron, Nolan Ryan and Derek Jeter — explain the mythos and mechanics of the fastball: what it’s like to throw one and what it’s like to face one at the plate.”

3/25/16- Very good reviews from critics and great ones from audiences for this documentary. TRDB.

3) VALLEY OF LOVE– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “While still reeling from the suicide of their son, Michael, an estranged couple receives letters from him written prior to his death. The missives instruct his parents to meet in California’s Death Valley — where Michael plans to appear before them.”

3/25/16- Good reviews by critics and OK ones by audiences. TRDB.

 

Not Recommended-

1) GET A JOB- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Armed with fresh college degrees, a group of friends wades into the job market but are dismayed by the opportunities offered, ranging from lowly service jobs to bizarre tasks that only a desperate person would consider.”

3/25/16- Awful reviews from everybody. TRDB.

2) I SAW THE LIGHT– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Showcasing the unique talent and musical influence of country-western artist Hank Williams, this candid biography also sheds light on the legacy of drug abuse and tormented relationships that contributes to the singer’s legend.”

3/25/16- Terrible reviews. TRDB.

 

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HOTWIRE ON-DEMAND-

 

NEW-

 

1) FASTBALL– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Kevin Costner narrates as a gallery of baseball greats — including Hank Aaron, Nolan Ryan and Derek Jeter — explain the mythos and mechanics of the fastball: what it’s like to throw one and what it’s like to face one at the plate.”

3/25/16- Very good reviews from critics and great ones from audiences for this documentary. TRDB.

Repeats-

1) 4th. MAN OUT- Good reviews

2) 99 HOMES- I liked it

3) ALL MISTAKES BURIED- Back On-Demand. Good reviews

4) THE BIG SHORT- Very good review and I liked it very much

5) BRIDGE OF SPIES- I liked this movie very much (new last week)

6) BROOKLYN – I liked it a lot

7) CAROL- I liked it very much

8)CLOSED SEASON- A very good movie and I liked it very much

9) CREED- The recent one with Sly Stallone- good reviews but I’ll skip it

10) THE DANISH GIRL- A very good movie

11) DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL- Very good reviews and I liked it a lot

12) THE END OF THE TOUR- Great movie!!

13) GRANDMA- I liked it a lot– not really a comedy despite Lily Tomlin

14) INFINITELY POLAR BEAR- I enjoyed this movie

15) LABYRINTH OF LIES- A very good movie

16) LAMB- Good reviews

17) THE LAST MAN ON THE MOON- Good reviews

18)MAN-UP- Good reviews and I enjoyed it as well

19) THE MARTIAN- Excellent reviews and many awards- I didn’t care for it

20) MISTRESS AMERICA- I enjoyed this movie

21) MR. HOLMES- I enjoyed it but was a bit disappointed

22) PAWN SACRIFICE- Just a so-so movie about the chess player Bobby Fisher

23) ROOM- An excellent movie

24) RUN BOY RUN- I enjoyed this very much

25) SAMBA- I enjoyed it

26) SOUTHPAW- I enjoyed this movie despite its predictable plot

27) SPOTLIGHT- An excellent movie

28) STEVE JOBS- I liked it.

29) THEEB- Excellent reviews and I liked it

30) TRAINWRECK- I liked the movie

31) TRUMBO- Excellent movie- don’t miss it

32) YOSEMITE- I found it just OK.

 

Cablevision Link– http://www.optimum.net/VOD/movies?cat=Movies+On+Demand%2FIndependent+Films%2FIFC+In+Theaters

DirecTV- www.directv.com/DTVAPP/listing/ppvMovies.jsp

Time Warner Link- www.twondemand.com

 

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BOB’S PICKS IN WESTCHESTER AND FAIRFIELD COUNTIES-

 

THE 2016 JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL BEGINS THIS WEEKEND AT THE JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER IN PLEASANTVILLE, NY.

 

NEW IN THE BURBS-

 

1)  I SAW THE LIGHT– Clearview 100, Garden Cinema Norwalk.2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Showcasing the unique talent and musical influence of country-western artist Hank Williams, this candid biography also sheds light on the legacy of drug abuse and tormented relationships that contributes to the singer’s legend.”

3/25/16- Awful reviews. TRDB.

2) BORN TO BE BLUE– Jacob Burns, Clearview 100. 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “This inventive reimagining of jazzman Chet Baker’s life picks up during the late 1960s, when the trumpeter is almost as famous for his addiction as he is for his music. Looking for a career boost, he agrees to take part in a movie about his life.”

3/25/16- Very good reviews by critics and audiences. TRDB.

3) MY GOLDEN DAYS– Clearview 100. Very good reviews.

 

REPEATS-

 

1) EYE IN THE SKY– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Clearview 100. Very good reviews

2) HELLO, MY NAME IS DORIS– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Clearview 100, Garden Cinema Norwalk. Excellent reviews

3) REMEMBER- Bethel, Clearview 100, Garden Cinema Norwalk . Fairly good reviews especially from audiences.

 

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BOB’S PICKS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY-

 

  1. A) MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

 

1) DOUGH- Good reviews

2) EYE IN THE SKY– Very good reviews

3) HELLO, MY NAME IS DORIS– Good reviews

4) MARGUERITE- Very good reviews

 

  1. B) STONZEK THEATER AT LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE-

 

1) MY OLD LADY–  I liked it both because of the superior talent involved and the story but more because of the superior talent.

 

2) COLLIDING DREAMS– I liked this movie

 

  1. C) LIVING ROOM THEATER IN FAU IN BOCA RATON-

 

1) DOUGH– Good reviews

2) EMBRACE OF THE SERPENT– Good reviews

3) EYE IN THE SKY– Very good reviews

4) HELLO, MY NAME IS DORIS- Very good reviews

5) I SAW THE LIGHT– Bad reviews

6) LOOK AT US NOW, MOTHER– Sounds interesting

 

For Independent Films in Your Neighborhood go to- www.emergingpictures.com

For Independent Films in Palm Beach County go to www.lakeworthplayhouse.org

For Films everywhere go to- www.fandango.com

 

ENJOY!!

THE REEL DR. BOB

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