The Reel Dr. Bob

MAY 24, 2018

DEAR FRIENDS:

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QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) RBG– At the Theater

2) IN BETWEEN– Netflix Disc.

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK AT THE THEATER-

1) RBG– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Providing an illuminating look at the life of trailblazer Ruth Bader Ginsburg — including her career-defining work in gender-discrimination law — this engaging documentary charts her journey to becoming a justice on America’s highest court.”

5/4/18- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

5/18/18- Excellent in every way!!! TRDB.

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK AT HOME-

1) IN BETWEEN– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Set in Tel Aviv, this engrossing drama follows a trio of independent-minded Palestinian women who develop a bond of solidarity as they share an apartment and struggle to balance the differing values of tradition and modernity.”

1/5/18- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

5/19/18- Interesting most of the time, this film is really about independent Palestinian women without reference to the conflict in the area. TRDB. Netflix Disc.

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COMING TO NETFLIX NEXT TUESDAY, MAY 29-

1) MISS STEVENS– 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Still shaky after her mom’s death, high school teacher Rachel Stevens is asked to chaperone a trio of students to a state drama competition. During the trip, she begins a disquieting flirtation with one of her charges, the emotionally troubled Billy.”

9/16/16- Fairly good reviews. TRDB.

1/16/17- An enjoyable drama with a good screenplay. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.

2) WEST OF THE JORDAN RIVER– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Provocative Israeli filmmaker Amos Gitai provides an update to his 1982 documentary about the occupied territories, interviewing politicians, journalists, activists and ordinary citizens about their lives, their hopes for the future and more.”

1/26/18- Fair reviews at best for this documentary. TRDB.

3) RED SPARROW– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Sidelined by a leg injury, ballerina Dominika Egorova becomes a Russian spy tasked with seducing a CIA operative working in Moscow. As their liaison begins to blur her loyalties, Dominika considers becoming a double agent.”

2/27/18- Fair reviews with more positive than negative. TRDB.

4) GAME NIGHT– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Friendly competition turns deadly serious when a group of friends’ weekly game night becomes a murder-mystery party instead. As the players attempt to crack the case, they soon find that all is not what it seems.”

2/22/18- Very good reviews. TRDB.

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COMCAST ON-DEMAND-

Recommended-

1) THE ESCAPE– Haven’t seen it yet but I plan to

2) I, TONYA– I liked it very much

3) THE SHAPE OF WATER– My favorite from last year

4) LADY BIRD– I really liked this movie

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OPENED LAST FRIDAY-

1) ON CHESIL BEACH– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1962, newlyweds Florence and Edward embark on a seaside honeymoon in a state of wedded bliss, but their shared ignorance of how to engage in sex makes for an awkward and apprehensive wedding night.”

5/18/18- Mixed reviews– more positive than negative. TRDB.

2) FIRST REFORMED– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Mired in guilt over his son’s death, the pastor of a small church agrees to counsel a pregnant congregant and her environmentalist husband, who challenges the clergyman’s views and leads him to embrace the same cause, regardless of the consequences.”

5/18/18- Great reviews. TRDB.

3) THAT SUMMER– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1972, photographer Peter Beard and Lee Radziwill set out chronicle her childhood in the Hamptons. But when the Maysles brothers join the project, the focus changes to her eccentric Aunt Edith and daughter Edie — who would inspire “Grey Gardens.”

5/18/18- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

4) THE MOST UNKNOWN– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “The Drawing from the insights of scientists from nine disciplines, this engrossing documentary examines some of humankind’s knottiest existential questions and offers a window into what drives scientific researchers into the unknown.”

5/18/18- Fairly good early reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

5) SAVING BRINTON– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “William Franklin Brinton — America’s greatest barnstorming movie man — comes alive in this engaging documentary that draws on a treasure trove of show reels, trinkets, posters and more discovered by Iowa collector Michael Zahs.”

5/18/18- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.

6) POPE FRANCIS: A MAN OF HIS WORD– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Offering an unprecedented look into the life of Pope Francis, this engrossing documentary also features the pontiff speaking directly to believers about the issues that concern him most, particularly the environment and social justice.”

5/15/18- Fair reviews– more positive than negative- but none glowing. I will see this movie. TRDB.

7) SOLLERS POINT– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Out of prison but under house arrest, petty criminal Keith is living at his dad’s Baltimore house while waiting to rejoin the community. But as Keith tries to get on the right track, past connections keep drawing him back to his former life.”

5/18/18- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.

8) SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Set in the years before the events of the original “Star Wars” trilogy, this intergalactic prequel chronicles the early exploits of roguish young Han Solo and his shaggy sidekick, Chewbacca.”

5/18/18- Fair reviews at best. TRDB.

Not Recommended

1) BOOK CLUB– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Friends and members of the 60-plus set, Diane, Jane, Sharon and Carol have seen it all when it comes to relationships. But after reading “Fifty Shades of Gray,” they’re inspired to make bold choices in the romance department, with hilarious results.”

5/16/18- Early reviews are mixed for this comedy. Not my kind of movie anyway. TRDB.

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BOB’S PICKS IN WESTCHESTER AND FAIRFIELD COUNTIES-

NEW IN THE BURBS-

1) FIRST REFORMED– Jacob Burns. 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Mired in guilt over his son’s death, the pastor of a small church agrees to counsel a pregnant congregant and her environmentalist husband, who challenges the clergyman’s views and leads him to embrace the same cause, regardless of the consequences.”

5/18/18- Great reviews. TRDB.

REPEATS-

1) DISOBEDIENCE– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Clearview 100, Garden Cinema Norwalk. Very good reviews.

2) POPE FRANCES: A MAN OF HIS WORD– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Danbury, Clearview 100, Garden Cinema Norwalk. Fair to good reviews.

3) RGB– Jacob Burns, Bethel, Clearview 100. Garden Cinema Norwalk. An excellent movie

4) TULLY- Jacob Burns. I liked this movie– don’t leave early

5) BEAST– Clearview 100. Excellent reviews

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BOB’S PICKS IN PALM BEACH COUNTY-

A) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH-

1) KEEP THE CHANGE– 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this offbeat romantic comedy, David is wealthy, charismatic and autistic. When an inappropriate comment lands him in a court-mandated support group, he meets quirky young Sarah — and love begins to blossom.’

11/22/17- I LOVED the movie– starring my niece Samantha Elisofon. TRDB.

3/16/18- Excellent reviews all around. Read Glenn Kenney’ review which (NY Times) is by far the most interesting. TRDB.

2) BYE BYE GERMANY– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1946 Frankfurt, David Bermann and his Jewish friends long to flee to America, but first they need to earn the money to emigrate by selling linens door-to-door. Meanwhile, a dogged U.S. agent begins investigating David’s dubious wartime activities.”

4/24/18- Very good reviews. TRDB.

3) A BAG OF MARBLES– Very good reviews

4) POPE FRANCES: A MAN OF HIS WORD– Fair to good reviews

5) DISOBEDIENCE– Very good reviews

6) RBG– I liked this movie about Ruth Bader Ginsberg very much

B) THE MOVIES OF DELRAY-

1) KEEP THE CHANGE– 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this offbeat romantic comedy, David is wealthy, charismatic and autistic. When an inappropriate comment lands him in a court-mandated support group, he meets quirky young Sarah — and love begins to blossom.’

11/22/17- I LOVED the movie– starring my niece Samantha Elisofon. TRDB.

3/16/18- Excellent reviews all around. Read Glenn Kenney’ review which (NT Times) is by far the most interesting. TRDB.

2) RBG- An excellent documentary

3) DISOBEDIENCE– Very good reviews

4) A BAG OF MARBLES- Very good reviews

C) THE STONZEK THEATER AT THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE-

1) LEAN ON PETE– 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Passing his teen years largely neglected, Charley Thompson finds a part-time job with a slightly shady horse trainer and develops a strong bond with worn-out racehorse Lean on Pete — whom Charley resolves to save from the slaughterhouse.”

4/6/18- Excellent reviews for this movie. TRDB.

2) THE DESERT BRIDE-2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “When the Buenos Aires family who’s employed Teresa as a maid for more than 30 years can no longer afford her, they find her a job in far-off San Juan. During the 700-mile bus trip, she meets a traveling salesman who changes her life and her outlook.”

5/4/18- Very good reviews. TRDB.

D) THE LIVING ROOM THEATERS AT FAU IN BOCA RATON-

1) A BAG OF MARBLES– Excellent reviews

2) BEAST- Excellent reviews

3) DISOBEDIENCE- Good reviews

4) LET THE SUNSHINE IN– Good reviews

5) THE RIDER– I saw it and liked it. Limited screenings

6) KEEP THE CHANGE– Excellent. A must see!! Limited screenings

ENJOY!!

THE REEL DR. BOB