LISTENING TO KENNY G- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Though often dissed for what many consider a bland style of playing, saxophonist Kenny G — according to album sales — is one of the most popular musicians of all time. This documentary examines the reasons behind the polarizing artist’s success.”
12/3/21- No reviews as yet but I like Kenny G and I’ll be sure to see this one. TRDB.
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CITIZEN ASHE- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Directors Rex Miller and Sam Pollard explore the enduring legacy of tennis great and humanitarian Arthur Ashe in a feature documentary as elegant, meaningful, and poignant as the life he lived. Ashe’s widow, brother, friends from his childhood in Richmond to his Grand Slam tournament playing and coaching days, as well as confidantes that nurtured his personal evolution from sports legend to global activist, describe the key events that shaped Ashe’s quiet determination to ‘use what he had to do what he could.”
12/3/21- Very good reviews for this documentary (biopic). TRDB
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‘TWAS THE FIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “In this true-life twist on a holiday fable, Jeremy Morris brings a whole new meaning to Christmas spirit when his extravagant seasonal display sparks a dispute with his neighbors that lands them all in court.”
11/28/21- Just 2 reviews for this documentary and they are both excellent. TRDB.
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KEEP SWEET- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Warren Jeffs was the Prophet of the FLDS, an offshoot of Mormonism. Jeffs demanded absolute loyalty, and instituted complete adherence to the religion, requiring strict dress codes, banishing community celebrations and casting out followers who didn’t fall in line. His controversial reign ended with a conviction for sexual assault with underage girls, landing him in jail for life. Ten years after his arrest, those left behind attempt to rebuild their community.”
11/28/21- Just 1 review so far- from the NY Times- and it is poor. TRDB.
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BURNING- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Burning takes an unflinching look at the unprecedented and catastrophic Australian bushfires of 2019-2020, known as ‘Black Summer.’ Fueled by climate change, the nation’s hottest and driest summer ever recorded resulted in bushfires that burned over 59 million acres, killed an estimated three billion animals, and affected millions of Australians.”
11/28/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. I saw it and I agree! TRDB.
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HOUSE OF GUCCI- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “House of Gucci is inspired by the shocking true story of the family behind the Italian fashion empire. When Patrizia Reggiani (Lady Gaga), an outsider from humble beginnings, marries into the Gucci family, her unbridled ambition begins to unravel the family legacy and triggers a reckless spiral of betrayal, decadence, revenge, and ultimately… murder.”
11/24/21- Fair reviews from the critics and good ones from audiences. TRDB.
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PROCESSION- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “A group of survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic priests battles for justice and collaborates to create fictional scenes depicting rituals of power in the church.”
11/19/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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AULCIE- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “AULCIE is the incredible story of Aulcie Perry, an African American basketball player who hailed from the violence-filled streets of the 1960s Newark, NJ, and who found his glory in leading Israel’s Maccabi basketball team to the 1977 European championship.”
11/19/21- Very few reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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THE FIRST WAVE 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “By embedding himself with a group of doctors and nurses at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center between March and June of 2020, documentarian Matthew Heineman provides a harrowing look at the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic.”
11/19/21- Excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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KING RICHARD- 2021. “In this fact-based drama, Compton, California’s public tennis courts serve as unlikely training grounds for siblings Venus and Serena Williams as their determined father begins grooming them early for professional careers.”
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