THE WIDOWMAKER- 2015. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In this revealing documentary, prominent cardiologists discuss the disturbing prevalence of heart disease in the United States, and the secret, 30-year medical-industry battle that may be hindering proper care for heart-attack victims.”
2/27/15- Great critical review for this documentary. TRDB.
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THE HUNTING GROUND- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Focusing on the epidemic of sexual assaults at U.S. colleges, this often-harrowing documentary combines the recollections of victims with disturbing statistics demonstrating the depth of the problem, while officials continue to downplay the issue.”
2/27/15- Excellent reviews all around. TRDB.
11/23/15- This controversial documentary was shown last night on CNN. TRDB.
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APPROACHING THE ELEPHANT- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “At the Teddy McArdle Free School in New Jersey, students take only the classes they want, and school regulations are determined by democratic vote. This thought-provoking documentary examines the school’s innovative approach to elementary education.”
2/20/15- Excellent reviews from critics and audiences alike. TRDB.
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COSTA DA MORTE (COAST OF DEATH)- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Capturing the wild and windswept beauty of Galicia’s rocky shoreline, this elegantly crafted documentary looks at the adversarial relationship between the region’s inhabitants and their surroundings, and the age-old legends that shape their lives.”
2/14/15- I’ve seen just 3 professional reviews and they are all good. Audiences have liked it also. TRDB.
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ON THE WAY TO SCHOOL- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “This inspiring documentary follows four persevering schoolchildren from different corners of the world as they go to great lengths — literally — to obtain an education, overcoming disabilities and danger in the process.”
2/6/15- I’ve seen just 4 professional reviews- 3 down and 1 up. Audiences have liked it. TRDB.
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MATT SHEPARD IS A FRIEND OF MINE- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Bringing the modern legacy of hostility toward gays into sharp and searing focus, the uniquely cruel murder of Matthew Shepard in 1998 had a stunning effect on the American public. This poignant documentary recounts his brief life and grisly death.”
2/6/15- Great reviews from critics and audiences alike. TRDB.
11/10/15- What can I say? A great, overwhelmingly sad documentary. TRDB. Netflix.
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MAD AS HELL- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Filmmaker Andrew Napier’s intriguing documentary traces the rise of provocative political commentator Cenk Uygur, from his public-access TV days to becoming the creator and host of the wildly successful YouTube show “The Young Turks.”
2/6/15- Very weak professional reviews but very good audience ones. I’ll vote no for now. TRDB.
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CALL FOR HELP- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Following the catastrophic earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010, the Global Disaster Immediate Response Team adopts radical strategies in its efforts to relieve the starvation and suffering of the nation’s shattered population.”
2/6/15- This sounded like it might be interesting but it has received very poor reviews, including the one in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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BALLET 422- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “Offering a backstage look at the creation and realization of a ballet by choreographer Justin Peck, this fascinating documentary chronicles the intense artistic effort behind the production, the 422nd new work staged by the New York City Ballet.”
2/6/15- Very good critical review and excellent audience reviews as well. TRDB.
7/2/15- I enjoyed this documentary very much as it portrayed the various aspects of a new ballet and brought them together quite well. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
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1971- 2015. Synopsis by Netflix. “In 1971, eight antiwar activists broke into a Pennsylvania FBI office and made off with a treasure trove of documents revealing a massive illegal surveillance program. More than 40 years later, they’re finally talking about the burglary.”
2/6/15- Excellent reviews from critics and audiences alike. TRDB.
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