YOUNG ONES- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “As Earth withers in drought, farm owner Ernest defends his property and his children, Mary and Jerome, from the harsh frontier. But Mary’s manipulative suitor plots to take Ernest’s land for a devious scheme, and Jerome is forced to fight back.”
10/17/14- Very weak reviews but a few critics really liked it including the NY Times. TRDB.
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THE TALE OF THE PRINCESS KAGUYA- 2014. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Legendary Studio Ghibli cofounder Isao Takahata (Grave of the Fireflies, Pom Poko) revisits Japan’s most famous folktale in this gorgeous, hand-drawn masterwork, decades in the making. Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter (James Caan) and his wife (Mary Steenburgen), a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady (Chloë Grace Moretz). The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately she must confront her fate.”
10/17/14– Great reviews. TRDB.
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RUDDERLESS- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Devastated over his son’s death, former ad exec Sam removes himself from society to drink away his grief. When he summons the will to perform his son’s songs at a local bar, the music gains popularity and Sam claims to have written the tunes himself.”
10/17/14- A few positive reviews but most did not care for it and one called it manipulative and infuriating. TRDB.
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RELATIONSHIP STATUS: IT’S COMPLICATED- 2014. About a guy who is about to be married and re-unites with an old flame.
10/17/14– I found just a single review- from the NY Times- and while the reviewer “sort of” liked it he felt that it could have been much better. TRDB.
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THE GOLDEN ERA- 2014. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Directed by Ann Hui (A Simple Life, God of Killers, The Postmodern Life of My Aunt), the film traces the life of Xiao Hong, one of China’s most famous essayist and novelist, reflecting the progressive thinking not frequently seen during the time period.”
10/17/14- Very good reviews. TRDB.
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FURY- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “During the waning days of World War II in Europe, U.S. Army Sgt. Wardaddy leads his tank crew against overwhelming German forces. As both sides prepare for a last bloody battle, Wardaddy embarks on a mission behind enemy lines.”
10/17/14- Mixed reviews– more positive than negative but even the positive ones had qualifications. TRDB.
3/14/15- A very realistic war movie until the end when it took on a Rambo personality. Subtract 45 minutes and it would have been better. TRDB.
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FELONY- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “When police officer Malcolm Toohey hits a young boy while driving drunk, he makes the fateful decision to conceal his crime. But while one senior officer is willing to support the cover-up, that officer’s new partner feels differently.”
10/17/14- Good professional reviews and average audience reaction. The NY Times did not care for it. TRDB.
3/1/15- A fair suspense story with very little new and suspenseful. TRDB.
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ETERNITY: THE MOVIE- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “This spoof of tacky 1980s pop culture follows a pair of would-be pop stars who form a two-man band, playing bad music in garish getups. But sexual misunderstandings soon put the duo’s relationship to the test.”
10/17/14- I’ve seen just 4 professional reviews and they are all terrible. TRDB.
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CAMP X-RAY- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “Fresh Army recruit Amy Cole is assigned to Guantanamo Bay’s Camp X-Ray, where she forms a surprising bond with one of the prisoners in her charge. For Cole, who is routinely harassed by the detainees, the man’s friendship is a welcome change.”
10/17/14- Just OK reviews from critics and audiences including a few very negative ones. TRDB.
2/5/17- The movie was just OK but it had some good scenes and is worth seeing. TRDB. Netflix Streaming.
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THE BEST OF ME- 2014. Synopsis by Netflix. “In this wistful drama, sparks reignite between former high school flames when they return to their hometown decades later for a funeral. But painful memories of the past may prevent them from having a future together.”
10/17/14- Terrible reviews and even my loving Michelle Monaghan won’t get me to see this one. TRDB.
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