Posts with the tag 'drama'
FIRST MAN- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “When America needed a hero, test pilot turned astronaut Neil Armstrong stepped up to the plate, becoming the first person to walk on the moon. This absorbing biopic recounts his extraordinary journey and the sacrifices demanded of him along the way.”
10/9/18- Excellent reviews from the critics and fair ones from audiences. TRDB.
10/18/18- Overall I enjoyed it but I think that the movie was dull when not airborne and the suspense was artificially heightened with the music and with visuals. TRDB. At the Theater.
Tags: drama
October 9th, 2018
THE SAMUEL PROJECT- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “While dreaming of becoming a professional artist, high school senior Eli begins working on a project to animate the story of his estranged grandfather, Samuel. In the process, Eli uncovers a surprising tale of survival and heroism.”
10/9/18- Just 2 reviews so far and they are fair. TRDB.
10/23/18- I enjoyed the movie but not nearly as much as friends have. TRDB. At the Theater
Tags: drama
October 9th, 2018
A CROOKED SOMEBODY- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Phony psychic Michael Vaughn specializes in convincing audiences that he can contact their dead friends and relatives. But when a man desperate to reach beyond the grave kidnaps Michael, he sees an opportunity for nationwide media fame.”
10/5/18- Fair reviews. TRDB.
Tags: drama
October 5th, 2018
TROUBLE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Estranged for years, middle-aged siblings Maggie and Ben renew their bitter rivalry when they begin a battle over the family estate. Before long, Ben resorts to skullduggery as he hatches a scheme to get back his half of the property.”
10/4/18- Fair reviews. TRDB.
Tags: drama
October 4th, 2018
SHINE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Salsa is the tie that binds in this tale of two brothers — both acclaimed dancers from Spanish Harlem — who become estranged after their dad’s death. But when they later reconnect, they end up on opposite sides of a gentrification battle.”
10/4/18- Just 2 reviews– 1 poor and 1 fair. TRDB.
Tags: drama
October 4th, 2018
BAYOU CAVIAR- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Once a boxing champion, Rodney Jones is now a nightclub bouncer — who resorts to partnering with a photographer and an ambitious starlet to make a compromising sex tape of a married real-estate magnate.”
12/18/18- Terrible reviews from the critics and very good ones from audiences. TRDB.
Tags: drama
October 4th, 2018
PRIVATE LIFE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “The struggle to start a family has nearly derailed Richard and Rachel, who’ve pursued everything from fertility treatments to adoption to become parents. But the couple sees a new option when their stepniece pays a surprise visit.”
10/4/18- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
10/6/18- I agree. This movie was excellent- both the acting and the screenplay. A very good handling of an emotional subject. TRDB. Netflix Streamng.
Tags: drama
October 4th, 2018
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.
Tags: Comedy, drama, Romance
October 4th, 2018
THE HATE U GIVE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “Though Starr Carter lives in a lower-income black neighborhood, she attends a largely white prep school. When she sees a longtime friend shot by a white police officer, Starr finds herself caught between two worlds as she tries to do the right thing.’
10/4/18- Excellent reviews!! TRDB.
7/23/19- I enjoyed this movie very much. Comcast On-Demand.
Tags: drama
October 4th, 2018
NO DATE, NO SIGNATURE- 2018. Synopsis by Netflix. “When forensic pathologist Kaveh Nariman injures a young boy in a vehicle mishap, his father declines Kaveh’s offer of medical assistance. But after the child turns up dead days later, seemingly from botulism, Kaveh’s conscience begins to gnaw at him.”
10/3/18- Excellent reviews for this Iranian drama. TRDB.
Tags: drama, Foreign
October 3rd, 2018
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