The Reel Dr. Bob

AUGUST 12, 2021

DEAR FRIENDS:

QUICK LOOK AT MY FAVORITES OF THE WEEK-

1) THE UNKNOWN SAINT– Netflix

2) PRAY AWAY– Netflix

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MOVIES I SAW THIS WEEK-

1) THE UNKNOWN SAINT– 2019. Synopsis by Rotten tomatoes. “A thief tries to recover a bag of money that he buried before going to jail.”

8/5/21- Excellent reviews for this foreign drama. TRDB.

8/4/21- Just so-so. TRDB

2) PRAY AWAY– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “This powerful documentary profiles former leaders and a survivor of Exodus International, a conversion-therapy ministry falsely promising members they could “pray away the gay,” creating harmful repercussions for the LGBTQ community.”

8/7/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB. On Netflix

8/21- I enjoyed this documentary. TRDB.

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COMING TO NETFLIX ON DISC-

1) RIDERS OF JUSTICE– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “Deployed military man Markus returns home to care for his daughter after a train wreck claims his wife’s life. As Markus seethes with anger over the tragedy, his rage boils over into revenge when he realizes the event was no accident.”

5/16/21- Excellent reviews from all. TRDB.

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NEW MOVIES- IN THEATERS OR STREAMABLE-

1) RESPECT– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes.”The remarkable true story of musical icon Aretha Franklin — from a child singing in her father’s church choir to her rise to international superstardom.”

8/11/21- Fair reviews from the critics and very good ones from audiences. TRDB.

2) CODA– 2001. Synopsis by Netflix.”As the sole hearing person in her family, 17-year-old Ruby plays a vital role in keeping their fishing business afloat. But when she discovers a passion for singing, she’s pulled in directions that may take her away from her parents and brother.”

8/11/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

3) ANNETTE- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Featuring a soundtrack from pop duo Sparks, this charming musical follows a picture-perfect couple — stand-up comic Henry and world-renowned soprano Ann — whose daughter is born with a unique gift and an extraordinary destiny.”

8/4/21- Mixed reviews- mostly just fair.  TRDB. In theaters and on Amazon Aug. 20

4) BRING YOUR OWN BRIGADE– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In early November 2018, raging wildfires killed 88 residents and destroyed tens of thousands of homes in the cities of Malibu and Paradise, two very different California communities. In her new verité documentary, two-time Oscar-nominated filmmaker Lucy Walker captures the heroism and horror of that unfathomable disaster.”

8/6/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB. In Theaters

5) THE MACALUSO SISTERS– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “After the death of Antonella — the youngest of five sisters sharing an apartment — her remaining siblings continue living together for decades, But a deeply held secret finally leads one sister to accuse another of murdering Antonella.

6/6/21- Great reviews for this drama. TRDB. In Theaters

6) SWAN SONG– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Legendary actor Udo Kier stars as retired hairdresser Pat Pitsenbarger, who escapes the confines of his small-town Sandusky, Ohio nursing home after learning of his former client’s dying wish for him to style her final hairdo.”

8/6/21- Excellent reviews for this drama. TRDB. In Theaters

7) WHIRLYBIRD- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Flying high above Los Angeles in a whirling news helicopter, husband-and-wife team Marika Gerrard and Zoey Tur (then known as Bob) covered some of the city’s most dramatic events and changed breaking news forever. An entirely unique view of Los Angeles presented through stunning aerial footage and remarkable home videos, WHIRLYBIRD reframes many of the city’s pivotal moments, including the L.A. riots and the O.J. Simpson pursuit.”

8/6/21- Fairly good reviews. TRDB. In Theaters

8) THE VIEWING BOOTH– 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A young Israeli woman watches footage of life in the occupied West Bank in a lab-like setting and voices her reactions. The footage of Israeli military occupation forces her to re-examine her beliefs and biases.”

8/7/21- Fair reviews at best but it sounds interesting to me. TRDB. In Theaters

9) VIVO– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Featuring original tunes by “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, this animated adventure follows a music-loving capuchin monkey who embarks on a perilous journey from Havana to Miami to fulfill his destiny.”

8/7/21- The critics liked it but audiences were just so-so. TRDB. On Netflix

10) PRAY AWAY– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “This powerful documentary profiles former leaders and a survivor of Exodus International, a conversion-therapy ministry falsely promising members they could “pray away the gay,” creating harmful repercussions for the LGBTQ community.”

8/7/21- Excellent reviews by the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB. On Netflix

11) WHAT WE LEFT UNFINISHED-2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this engrossing documentary, Afghan movie industry veterans — directors, writers, actors and crew — reflect on its turbulent history and ambiguous future through the window of five unfinished films from the repressive Soviet-era occupation.”

8/8/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB. In Theaters and virtual cinemas

SKIP THESE–

1) JOHN AND THE HOLE– Really poor reviews. In Theaters and various streaming platforms

2) NAKED SINGULARITY– Terrible reviews. In Theaters

3) THE LAST MATINEE– Horror and I’ll skip it. In Theaters

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MOVIES PLAYING IN WESTCHESTER Co, NY AND FAIRFIELD Co, CT

a) Jacob Burns Film Center-

1) RESPECT- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes.”The remarkable true story of musical icon Aretha Franklin — from a child singing in her father’s church choir to her rise to international superstardom.”

8/11/21- Fair reviews from the critics and very good ones from audiences. TRDB.

2) CODA– 2001. Synopsis by Netflix.”As the sole hearing person in her family, 17-year-old Ruby plays a vital role in keeping their fishing business afloat. But when she discovers a passion for singing, she’s pulled in directions that may take her away from her parents and brother.”

8/11/21- Excellent reviews. TRDB.

3) ANNETTE– 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Featuring a soundtrack from pop duo Sparks, this charming musical follows a picture-perfect couple — stand-up comic Henry and world-renowned soprano Ann — whose daughter is born with a unique gift and an extraordinary destiny.”

8/4/21- Mixed reviews- mostly just fair.  TRDB.

4) THE GREEN KNIGHT-

5) STILLWATER–

b) Danbury-

1) NINE DAYS–

2) STILLWATER–

3) THE GREEN KNIGHT

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MOVIES PLAYING IN PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL

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

1) ANNETTE-

2) NINE DAYS–

3) ROADRUNNER–

4) THE MACALUSO SISTERS– 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “After the death of Antonella — the youngest of five sisters sharing an apartment — her remaining siblings continue living together for decades, But a deeply held secret finally leads one sister to accuse another of murdering Antonella.

6/6/21- Great reviews for this drama. TRDB

5) SEARCHING FOR MR. RUGOFF

b) THE MOVIES OF LAKE WORTH- Fri, Sat and Sun

1) RESPECT- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The remarkable true story of musical icon Aretha Franklin — from a child singing in her father’s church choir to her rise to international superstardom.”

8/11/21- Fair reviews from the critics and very good ones from audiences. TRDB.

2) NINE DAYS–

3) STILLWATER–

c) THE STONZEK THEATER AT THE LAKE WORTH PLAYHOUSE-

1) SEARCHING FOR MR. RUGOFF– (Friday Aug. 13–Sunday Aug. 15)