THE BEGUILED- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this remake of the 1971 drama set during the Civil War, a wounded Union soldier finds refuge in a Southern boarding school for girls and soon becomes a catalyst for a torrent of jealousy and animosity among the occupants.”
6/23/17- Fair to good reviews by nearly all of the critics. TRDB.
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THE BIG SICK- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “After meeting at a stand-up comedy show, funnyman Kumail and graduate student Emily embark on a romance. But as the expectations of his strict Muslim family create conflict between the couple, their relationship begins to crumble.”
6/22/17- Excellent reviews by the critics and good ones by audiences. TRDB.
7/4/17- I really enjoyed this comedy. Good story and very well acted. TRDB. At the Theater.
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MANIFESTO- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this unique drama, Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett brings to life — via 13 different characters — the manifestos of influential 20th-century artists, including sculptor Claes Oldenburg, film director Jim Jarmusch and dancer Yvonne Rainer.”
6/20/17- Critics have liked it but audiences have not. TRDB.
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A RISING TIDE- 2016. Synopsis by IMDB. “An inspirational story of redemption, A Rising Tide tells the tale of a young chef, Sam Rama (Hunter Parrish). After the destruction of his family’s well-established Atlantic City restaurant during Hurricane Sandy, Sam must grow up quickly, taking the biggest risks of his life, both in business and love. When Sam comes to the aid of a wealthy patron (Tim Daly) and then falls for the newly separated Sarah Bell (Ashley Hinshaw), a chain of unexpected events unfolds for all of them.”
6/17/17- I enjoyed watching this movie and rooting for the characters to succeed. The plot was a bit formulaic but the acting easily made up for it, especially Tim Daly who is very good as usual. TRDB. Comcast On-Demand (Showtime)
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HARMONIUM- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Just out of prison, Yasaka shows up at the workshop of his longtime friend Toshio, who — without consulting his wife — offers Yasaka a room and a job. As he slowly encroaches on the family’s lives, Yasaka’s presence becomes increasingly alarming.”
6/16/17- Critics raved about this movie but audiences gave it just OK reviews. TRDB.
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LOST IN PARIS- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When her elderly Aunt Martha in Paris asks for help, Canadian librarian Fiona sets off for France, but by the time she arrives, Martha has vanished. While searching for her, Fiona crosses paths with a pesky vagabond — and can’t seem to shake him.”
6/16/17- Very good reviews by the critics– audiences did not like it. I’d try it. TRDB.
7/14/17- At times hilarious, this was a creative and energetic farce. I liked it but many won’t. TRDB.
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THE JOURNEY- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this reimagining of events surrounding the 2006 St. Andrews Agreement, which brought peace to Northern Ireland, Protestant preacher Ian Paisley and Sinn Féin politician Martin McGuinness take a ride together that will alter the course of history.”
6/16/17- Reviews were just OK. TRDB.
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MAUDIE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This affecting biopic charts the story of Maud Lewis, who rises above the juvenile rheumatoid arthritis that made her a social outcast and finds a passion for painting, becoming a beloved Canadian folk artist in the process.”
6/16/17- Good to excellent reviews. TRDB.
8/2/17- A real love story between 2 characters who provided the strength to each other to overcome their handicaps. TRDB. At the Theater.
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MOKA- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Grieving her son’s death in a hit-and-run accident — and frustrated by the police’s failure to find the culprit — Diane Kramer takes matters into her own hands. With revenge on her mind, she sets off for Évian in pursuit of the person responsible.”
6/14/17- Very good reviews. TRDB.
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GLORY- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When railroad worker Tsanko finds a fortune by the train tracks, he opts to turn in the money rather than keep it. To reward his honesty, the state gives him a new digital watch — while managing to lose the heirloom timepiece he’d worn before.”
Add comment June 13th, 2017