NINE DAYS
NINE DAYS- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “A man interviews five unborn souls to determine which one can be given life on Earth.”
7.31.20- Fairly good reviews for this sci-fi movie. TRDB.
Add comment July 31st, 2021
Posts with the tag 'sci-fi'
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES
TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Truth or Consequences is a speculative documentary about time and how we weave the past into the present and our possible future. Set in the small desert town of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, the film takes place in the shadow of the world’s first commercial Spaceport. Subtly set in a near future when space travel has begun, the film follows five residents in the town.”
3/6/21- I’ve seen just 1 review and it’s good. TRDB.
Add comment March 6th, 2021
LAPSIS
LAPSIS- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “In an alternate present, Ray Tincelli works as a contractor laying cable in the forest to support the quantum PCs that power Wall Street. But when he learns about a conspiracy designed to undercut the workers, he’s forced to make a tough decision.
2/13/21- Excellent reviews for this sci-fi movie. TRDB.
Add comment February 13th, 2021
THE MAP OF TINY PERFECT THINGS
THE MAP OF TINY PERFECT THINGS- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The film tells the story of quick-witted teen Mark, contentedly living the same day in an endless loop whose world is turned upside-down when he meets mysterious Margaret also stuck in the time loop. Mark and Margaret form a magnetic partnership, setting out to find all the tiny things that make that one day perfect. What follows is a love story with a fantastical twist, as the two struggle to figure out how — and whether — to escape their never-ending day.”
2/13/21- Very good reviews. TRDB.
Add comment February 13th, 2021
LITTLE FISH
LITTLE FISH- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In a world where a pandemic is robbing people of their memories, young and old feel the horror of dementia — including newlyweds Emma and Jude, who struggle to keep recollections of their love alive after Jude contracts the illness.”
2/7/21- Fairly good reviews for this sci-fi movie. TRDB.
Add comment February 7th, 2021
LITTLE FISH
LITTLE FISH- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “In a world where a pandemic is robbing people of their memories, young and old feel the horror of dementia — including newlyweds Emma and Jude, who struggle to keep recollections of their love alive after Jude contracts the illness.”
2/4/20- Excellent reviews for this sci-fi movie. TRDB.
Add comment February 4th, 2021
SWEETHEART
SWEETHEART- 2017. About a young woman who is stranded alone on a desert island. A monster who comes out at night to kill is the rub here. TRDB.
5/28/20- This thriller was recommended by the NY Times this week and has received good reviews from most critics but audiences did not like it. I’m somewhere in the middle- just so-so. TRDB.
Add comment May 28th, 2020
WENDY
WENDY- 2020. Synopsis by Netflix. “This reimagining of the classic tale “Peter Pan” centers on Wendy, who’s transported to a remote island where aging and time have been disrupted. Inhabited by a group of lost children, the isle is home to Peter Pan, who takes Wendy under his wing.”
2/29/20- Really poor reviews. TRDB.
Add comment February 29th, 2020
LITTLE JOE
LITTLE JOE- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “Scientist and single mom Alice is a devoted plant breeder. When her new creation — a scarlet flower that emits an ambrosial odor — exhibits an ability to make people happy, she brings one home for her son … but the seedling soon turns sinister.”
12/6/10- Weak reviews for this mystery although the premise sounds a bit interesting. TRDB.
Add comment December 9th, 2019
LIGHT FROM LIGHT
LIGHT FROM LIGHT- 2019. Synopsis by Netflix. “When mysterious events occur at a Tennessee farmhouse owned by recently widowed Richard, he believes the spirit of his deceased wife may be haunting the property and asks paranormal researcher Shelia to investigate the case.”
11/1/19- Lots of positive reviews but none are really excellent. TRDB.
Add comment November 1st, 2019