VIRUS OF FEAR- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “When swimming instructor Jordi kisses a terrified child on the cheek to comfort him, the boy’s infuriated parents interpret the gesture as abuse. Struggling to defend himself, Jordi must also bear the nightmarish shame of his alleged crime.”
2/26/16- Just 1 review so far and it’s pretty good. TRDB.
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JACK OF THE RED HEARTS- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “On the lam from the law, teenage runaway Jack finagles her way into a job as caregiver and live-in companion to an autistic 11-year-old girl. But after making a surprising connection with her young charge, Jack’s past catches up with her.”
2/26/16- Weak professional reviews but audiences have liked it much more. TRDB.
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EDDIE THE EAGLE- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Forever endearing himself to the British public, Eddie “the Eagle” Edwards becomes the first Englishman to compete in the Winter Olympics ski jump, relying on valor to make up for his lack of experience and bad eyesight.”
2/26/16- Fairly good reviews. TRDB.
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EMBRACE OF THE SERPENT- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Through parallel story threads set 40 years apart, this absorbing odyssey follows two Western scientists who travel deep into the Amazon jungle looking for a rare plant that possesses healing powers, with enigmatic shaman Karamakate as their guide.”
2/23/16- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
6/27/16- This film was different than anything I’ve seen before. More of a “canoe trip” instead of a “road trip.” Definitely worth seeing but it won’t be everybody’s choice. TRDB. Comcast On-Demand.
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RISEN- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this biblical drama, Roman tribune Clavius is ordered to find the missing body of Jesus in the weeks after the Nazarene’s crucifixion in order to refute rumors of his Resurrection and prevent unrest in Jerusalem.”
2/19/16- Fair reviews from critics and much better ones from audiences. TRDB.
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RACE- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “While Hitler saw the 1936 Berlin Olympics as an opportunity to demonstrate Aryan supremacy, one African-American man — Jess Owens — shattered that dream with a display of athleticism that resulted in four gold medals. This film tells his story.”
2/19/16- Fair reviews from critics (even the positives had something negative to say) and OK reviews from audiences. TRDB.
7/27/16- This movie was OK for a historical lesson but as far as I’m concerned the movie was a waste of time. TRDB. Netflix.
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FORSAKEN- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “When Civil War veteran John Henry Clayton tires of the life he’s made for himself as a renowned quick-draw gunfighter, he returns to his hometown hoping to mend fences with his estranged father. But a gang of baddies soon tests John Henry’s patience.”
2/19/16- Really poor professional reviews but audiences have liked it. Starring both Keith and Donald Sutherland. TRDB.
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DIAMOND TONGUES- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “For aspiring actress Edith Welland, the path to stardom proves steep and rocky — especially when her ex-boyfriend, who is a complete amateur, stumbles into acting and threatens to pass her by on the road to success.”
2/19/16- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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A WAR- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “With his family back at home in Denmark, Claus Pedersen has another family to look after: the soldiers under his command in the Afghan province of Helmand. When his troops get caught in crossfire, he makes a decision with far-reaching consequences.”
2/13/16- Very good reviews. TRDB.
6/10/16- Very well done movie with great acting. This film examines the complexity of war and personal morality in an unusual and penetrating way. TRDB. Netflix.
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TOUCHED WITH FIRE- 2016. Synopsis by Netflix. “Committed to a mental hospital after going off their medications, bipolar patients Carla and Marco — who share a passion for poetry — soon fall in love. But the feelings that connect them fuel their volatility, and starts to spin out of control.”
2/13/16- Mixed reviews by the critics but audiences have liked it very much. TRDB.
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