Posts with the tag 'documentary'
THE WRECKING CREW- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Prolific session musicians the Wrecking Crew, who provided backup instrumentals for numerous popular bands in the 1960s, are profiled by filmmaker Denny Tedesco, whose father, Tommy, was a member of the band, in this absorbing documentary. Cher, Brian Wilson, Mickey Dolenz, Dick Clark and others reflect on the amazing musicians who backed up the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, the Mamas and the Papas, the Monkees and many more. ”
3/13/15- Excellent reviews all around with the notable exception of the NY Times. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 14th, 2015
SEYMOUR: AN INTRODUCTION- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Tracing the artistic path of a singular man, this affectionate documentary examines the life and times of revered piano teacher Seymour Bernstein, who chose teaching and composition over the chance to pursue a career as a concert pianist.”
3/13/15- Excellent reviews from critics but only fair ones from audiences. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 14th, 2015
GOING CLEAR: SCIENTOLOGY AND THE PRISON OF BELIEF- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Based on the best-selling exposé by Lawrence Wright, this in-depth documentary about the Church of Scientology includes interviews with eight former members who recall the abuses they witnessed and suffered during their time as followers.”
3/13/15- Very good professional reviews and OK reviews by audiences. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 14th, 2015
CHAMPS- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Despite being born into poverty, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Bernard Hopkins beat the odds to become boxing superstars. This insightful documentary chronicles their rise to fame and difficulties coping with life outside the ring.”
3/13/15- Just OK reviews by the critics but audiences have liked it very much. The NY Times did not. TRDB.
7/7/15– I enjoyed this documentary as I found it very honest, informative and at least a bit hopeful that the sport might become a bit safer and less exploitive of the fighters. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
Tags: documentary
March 14th, 2015
THE LIFE AND MIND OF MARK DeFRIEST- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Convicted on dubious robbery charges, Mark DeFriest first entered prison when he was 19. In the following years, DeFriest staged 18 breakout attempts, many highly creative — but all of which have prolonged his stay behind bars.”
3/6/15- Very good professional reviews. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 6th, 2015
MERCHANTS OF DOUBT- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “This revealing documentary examines the network of scientific “experts” paid by major corporations to spread disinformation about looming environmental threats, including chemical pollution and global climate change.”
3/6/15- Very good reviews. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 6th, 2015
AN HONEST LIAR- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “This revealing documentary profiles magician and escape artist James Randi, who after retiring set about exposing faith healers, psychics and others as frauds. But all the while, Randi was carrying out a deception of his own.”
3/6/15- Good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
7/31/15- An excellent documentary– especially if you like the concept of “magic.” TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
Tags: documentary
March 6th, 2015
EARTH’S GOLDEN PLAYGROUND- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Hidden deep within the earth lies untold millions in treasure. Follow modern-day precious-metal miners through the Yukon’s legendary Klondike gold fields as they pray for the next mother lode and risk it all to re-create the 1890s gold rush.”
3/6/15- Poor early reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 6th, 2015
DELI MAN- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Arriving in the United States with 19th-century Jewish immigrants, deli cuisine quickly found its way into the nation’s mainstream appetite. This affectionate documentary celebrates Jewish delicatessens and their place in American history.”
3/6/15- Good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
9/23/21- I enjoyed this movie. TRDB.
Tags: documentary
March 6th, 2015
MY OWN MAN- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Rattled by the prospect of becoming a dad, a 40-year-old filmmaker begins to consider what “manhood” really means for him, prompting him to pursue an array of interests and reexamine his views — which were shaped by his father.”
3/2/15- No reviews as yet. TRDB.
Tags: Comedy, documentary
March 2nd, 2015
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