A FASTER HORSE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Put in charge of revamping the Ford Mustang in time for the 50-year anniversary of its introduction, automotive engineer Dave Pericak must take the new version of the classic muscle car from concept to showroom while preserving its legacy.”
10/9/14- No reviews as yet but it sounds interesting. TRDB.
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THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Synopsis by Netflix. “Traveling to seven diverse locations that are facing serious threats from climate change, this impassioned documentary outlines a plan for restructuring the global economy to turn back the looming threat of environmental disaster.”
10/2/15- Weak reviews. TRDB.
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TAKEN BY STORM: THE ART OF STORM THORGERSON AND HIPGNOSIS- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “This documentary chronicles the long and storied career of Storm Thorgerson, the most famous artist you’ve never heard of — the brilliant photographer who created scores of iconic album covers for bands such as Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.”
10/2/15- There are just 2 reviews- one from the NY Times, and both are very positive. TRDB.
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SHOUT GLADI GLADI- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Meryl Streep narrates this documentary about how one woman, Ann Gloag, fought to empower women and save mothers’ lives in Africa by eliminating fistula, a debilitating but preventable condition that can stem from obstructed labor.”
10/2/15- Just 2 reviews but they are both very positive. TRDB.
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SHERPA- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Beginning as an account of a 2014 expedition up Mount Everest from the perspective of the unheralded Sherpas who make such climbs possible, this riveting documentary shifts focus when tragedy intervenes, killing 16 of the Himalayan guides.”
10/2/15- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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HE NAMED ME MALALA- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Vividly portraying the obstacles Pakistani women face in getting an education because of prohibitions by the Taliban, this affecting documentary chronicles the story of Malala Yousafzai, a 15-year-old who was shot because of her advocacy efforts.”
10/2/15- Just OK reviews. Most said it was too timid and it felt like everything was rehearsed. I would see it just for the history. TRDB.
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BRAND: A SECOND COMING- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Entertaining and powerful, this engaging profile of funnyman-turned-activist Russell Brand charts his unique career arc, from no-holds-barred comic provocateur to impassioned advocate for sociopolitical change.”
10/2/15- Generally positive reviews along with some very bad ones as well. It’s probably worth a try. TRDB.
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SLEEPLESS IN NEW YORK- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Anthropologist Helen Fisher delves deep into the paradoxes of love and heartbreak in this sensitive documentary that focuses on three lovesick young souls. In Fisher’s view, the pain of heartbreak is genuine but can also lead to personal renewal.”
9/25/15- Just 2 reviews– 1 up (The NY Times) and 1 down. It sounds like it could be interesting. TRDB.
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WESTERN- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Two border towns, one in Texas and the other across the Rio Grande in Mexico, have enjoyed harmonious relations for many years. But the emergence of drug-cartel violence and U.S. plans to shut down the crossing bring tension to both communities.”
9/25/15- Early reviews are very good for this documentary. TRDB.
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MISSION TO LARS- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Kate and Will Spicer’s brother, Tom, has Fragile X Syndrome, the most common form of inherited learning disability. He is also a massive fan of Lars Ulrich from Metallica. They made a promise to Tom that they would get him to meet Lars. Tom’s dream is their promise. Together they went on a Mission to Lars.”
9/25/15- Good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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