INSTANT FAMILY- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Adopting three foster children at once thinking that it’s a perfect way to start a family, Pete and Ellie fail to consider that their new charges may be hellions — which they are. Not only do the kids flout the rules, they see no reason for parents.”
11/14/18- Good reviews from the critics and excellent ones from audiences. TRDB.
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THE LONG DUMB ROAD- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “A chance meeting of two men at turning points in their lives leads to a chaotic but enlightening road trip as young Nathan — on his way to a Los Angeles art school — is taken out of his comfort zone by boozy mechanic Richard.”
11/9/18- Reviews were mixed in general but it sounded interesting enough to include this as a recommendation. TRDB.
2/24/19- I enjoyed this movie. Don’t get turned off by the cursing and childlike performances early in the movie. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
Add comment November 10th, 2018
IN A RELATIONSHIP- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Though Hallie and Owen can’t agree on how many years they’ve been a couple, they agree that it’s time for a break when Owen balks at the idea of living together. Meanwhile, new love blooms between Owen’s best friend and Hallie’s heartbreaker cousin.”
11/9/18- Fair reviews but it sounded more interesting to me. TRDB.
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MID90’s- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1990s Los Angeles, teenage Stevie is looking for his place in a world dominated by his abusive older brother and needy single mom. After finding acceptance with the crew at a skateboard shop, Stevie learns some hard lessons about race and class.”
10/19/18- Fairly good reviews noted. TRDB.
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ALL SQUARE- 2018. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “John Zbikowski (Michael Kelly) is a down-on-his-luck, small town bookie having a hard time collecting on outstanding debts. After a one night stand with an ex-girlfriend (Pamela Adlon), John strikes up an unlikely friendship with her 12-year old son, Brian (Jesse Ray Sheps), and develops a plan to recoup the money owed to him by taking bets on Brian’s Youth League Baseball games.”
10/11/18- Excellent reviews for this comedy. TRDB.
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THE OATH- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. ” When spouses Chris and Kai agree to host the family Thanksgiving dinner, the hysterical political climate in America triggers loud and bitter arguments, ending in two federal agents being held hostage in the couple’s living room.”
10/11/18- Good reviews by most. Sounds funny. TRDB.
3/22/19- I really liked the first 2/3 very much but it sort of went downhill and chaotic after that. Still, I’d recommend it. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
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WOBBLE PALACE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. ‘Just before the 2016 election, millennial couple Eugene and Jane decide that their open relationship isn’t open enough and begin splitting up their shared household, which leads to a series of misadventures — amorous and otherwise.”
10/4/18- Reviews were basically good from most critics. TRDB.
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THE SISTERS BROTHERS- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this darkly comic Western set in the 1850s, two hit man brothers are tasked with hunting down and killing gold prospector Hermann Kermit Warm, who stole from their boss. But along the way, the siblings find their bond put to the test.”
9/21/18- Very good reviews for this Western. TRDB.
2/27/19- The movie held my interest primarily due to the acting– not the story itself. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
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DESTINATION WEDDING- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “After meeting on the way to a destination wedding, two ill-mannered and cynical guests begin to fall for each other despite — or perhaps because of — their shared bitter view of relationships and romance.”
8/31/18- Poor reviews all around. TRDB.
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SUPPORT THE GIRLS- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “As general manager at a sports bar, Lisa Conroy is den mother to a bevy of scantily clad beauties who serve food and drink. But when she attempts to raise money for one of her employees, Lisa runs into opposition from the crusty owner.”
8/24/18- Excellent reviews for this comedy including some great ones. TRDB.
Add comment August 24th, 2018