ARISE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Daryl Hannah narrates this documentary that uses poetry, music and art to spotlight global women who share a new vision for environmental stewardship. From rainforests to cities, these women search for ways to live in balance with nature.”
9/20/13- An OK review in today’s NY Times. The review said that the movie making was not as good as the subject of this documentary. TRDB.
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INEQUALITY FOR ALL- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Discussing numerous issues in clear and accessible language, former U.S. labor secretary and current UC Berkeley professor Robert Reich makes a compelling case about the serious crisis the U.S. faces due to the widening economic gap.”
9/15/13- Very good reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
9/27/13- A good review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
Add comment September 15th, 2013
SAMPLE THIS- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This doc traces rap’s origins from 1973, when DJ Herc’s “Apache” used the first sample, with some surprising side trips along the way. Music luminaries reveal where Charles Manson, RFK’s assassination and a former Beatle fit into hip-hop history.”
9/13/13- Good reviews all around and the NY Times liked it in today’s review. TRDB.
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MONEY FOR NOTHING: INSIDE THE FEDERAL RESERVE- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Focusing on the nation’s 2008 financial meltdown, this sober documentary looks at the role the Federal Reserve played in igniting the crisis. Interviews with economists and government officials reveal diverse opinions about the Fed’s past and future.”
9/13/13- Mixed reviews by critics. The NY Times did not care for it but audiences have liked it alot. TRDB.
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INFORMANT- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “What turned Brandon Darby from an outspoken radical to a right-wing FBI informant in only three years? This doc gets the story from the man himself. Darby explains the shift in his allegiances that made him one of activism’s most maligned figures.”
9/13/13- Excellent reviews all around with a somewhat weaker review in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
12/16/13- A very well done and informative documentary about Brandon Darby leaving us with many questions about his motivation in changing sides. TRDB.
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HERB & DOROTHY 50X50- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This follow-up to 2008’s Herb & Dorothy chronicles the Vogels’ mission to donate 2,500 works of art from their extensive collection. Bestowing 50 pieces to each state, the couple unwittingly opens a discussion on the role of art in the new century.”
9/13/13- Very few reviews so far and they are mixed. Today’s NY Times said that is was difficult not to like a movie dedicated to such a noble gesture but the critic didn’t really care for the film itself. TRDB.
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HAWKING- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Renowned physicist Stephen Hawking narrates his own story via the voice-synthesis device that he has used since ALS silenced his speech. Hawking’s memories capture his youth and college years as well as his extraordinary scientific career.”
9/13/13- A good review in today’s NY Times and by nearly all critics as well. TRDB.
4/19/15- An interesting and thought provoking documentary about Hawking, mostly through his own words. TRDB.
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GMO OMG- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This provocative documentary follows one father’s search for answers to the question “What are we feeding our families?” and examines the risks of consuming genetically modified foods, or GMOs.”
9/13/13- Mixed reviews but a good one in today’s NY Times. TRDB.
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WE THE PARENTS- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “This documentary follows a group of concerned parents who took advantage of a new California law to force their local school to go charter. Amid controversy over their action, they remain fiercely dedicated to improving education for their kids.”
9/6/13- A weak review in today’s NY Times but better reviews from others. TRDB.
Add comment September 10th, 2013
99%: THE OCCUPY WALL STREET COLLABORATIVE FILM- 2013. Synopsis by Netflix. “Weaving together personal stories of protesters and analysis of the issues they support, this documentary examines the Occupy Wall Street movement and why it spread so quickly to cities around the country and the world.”
9/6/13- A good review in today’s NY Times but other reviews were mixed. TRDB.
Add comment September 10th, 2013