THE DAUGHTER- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this modern reimagining of Henrik Ibsen’s play “The Wild Duck,” prodigal son Christian Neilson returns to his hometown for his father’s wedding, where his arrival leads to the revelation of a family secret — with shattering repercussions.”
1/27/17- Reviews were generally good with the exception of the NY Times that didn’t like it at all. TRDB.
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A DOG’S PURPOSE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Unfolding through the prospect of a reincarnated dog, this affecting family tale follows the faithful canine as he learns the purpose of his existence through the lives of his numerous owners.”
1/27/17- Poor reviews from almost all of the critics and mixed reviews from audiences. TRDB.
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THE SALESMAN- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Forced to move when their apartment building nearly collapses, Emad and Rana find a new flat, unaware that the prior tenant was a hooker. When Rana unwittingly lets in a stranger and is assaulted, Emad sets out to find and punish his wife’s attacker.”
1/27/17- Excellent reviews by critics and audiences alike for this Iranian drama. TRDB.
2/12/17– A well acted and interesting movie– very tense! Definitely worth seeing. TRDB.
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PATERSON- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Unspooling over the course of a week, this nuanced indie drama chronicles the ebb and flow in the unassuming lives of Paterson, a New Jersey bus driver and part-time poet, and his flighty but supportive wife, Laura.”
1/25/17- Excellent reviews by the critics and fairly good ones from audiences. TRDB.
5/3/17- Very different but I did like it. Stick with it for at least 20 minutes. TRDB. Comcast On-Demand.
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GOLD- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this epic crime caper based on real-life events, an out-of-luck gold prospector and a willing geologist pull off a brazen scam. Falsely claiming to have located a major gold deposit in Indonesia, the duo proceeds to hoodwink the experts.”
1/24/17- Generally poor reviews. TRDB.
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MY FATHER DIE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Left deaf and mute 21 years ago by a violent attack that killed his brother, Asher Rawlings is preparing to exact revenge against the monstrous perpetrator. But the murderer, just released from prison, happens to be Asher’s father.”
1/20/17- Very good reviews from the critics and mixed reviews from audiences. TRDB.
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STAYING VERTICAL- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “When his amorous encounter with free-spirited shepherdess Marie results in a baby, wandering filmmaker Léo is content to let her raise the child. But months later, she runs off after depositing the baby with Léo, who’s unprepared for fatherhood.”
1/20/17- OK reviews by the critics and poor ones by audiences. Sounds interesting to me and I’ll try to see it. TRDB.
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TRESPASS AGAINST US- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Born into a clan of outlaws, Chad Cutler would like nothing more than to escape their life of crime — much to his father’s dismay. As the police close in on the family, Chad is torn between his children’s welfare and allegiance to his dad.”
1/20/17-Weak reviews for this drama. TRDB.
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THE FOUNDER- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “The concept and expansion of McDonald’s global fast-food empire represent one of the great success stories of American business. This meaty documentary profiles company founder Ray Kroc, whose canny instincts turned McDonald’s into a golden brand.”
1/18/17- Good reviews. TRDB.
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THE SON OF JOSEPH- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Raised by a single mother, 15-year-old Vincent knows nothing about his father. Determined to find out what his mom won’t reveal, Vincent sets off to find out who his dad is — a search that leads to a powerful Parisian publisher and serial adulterer.”
1/13/17- Excellent reviews by the critics and just “OK” ones by audiences. TRDB.
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