Posts with the tag 'comedy/drama'
GOOD LUCK TO YOU, LEO GRANDE- 2022. Synopsis by RT. “In GOOD LUCK TO YOU, LEO GRANDE, two-time Academy Award winner Emma Thompson (Love, Actually) embodies the candor and apprehension of retired teacher Nancy Stokes, and newcomer Daryl McCormack (Peaky Blinders) personifies the charisma and compassion of sex worker Leo Grande. As Nancy embarks on a post-marital sexual awakening and Leo draws on his skills and charm, together they find a surprising human connection.”
6/26/22- Excellent reviews for this comedy/drama. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
June 26th, 2022
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPEN- 2022. Synopsis by RT. “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPEN tells the heartwarming true story of Maurice Flitcroft (Mark Rylance), a dreamer and unrelenting optimist. This humble crane operator from Barrow-in-Furness managed to gain entry to The British Open Golf Championship qualifying in 1976, despite never playing a round of golf before. He shot the worst round in Open history and drew the ire of the golfing elite, but became a folk hero in the process and, more importantly, showed his family the importance of pursuing your dreams.”
6/5/22- Excellent reviews for this comedy. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
June 5th, 2022
THE VALET- 2022. Synopsis by RT. “In “The Valet,” world famous movie star, Olivia (Samara Weaving) faces a PR disaster when a paparazzi snaps a photo of her with her married lover.”
5/21/22- Fair reviews for this comedy. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
May 21st, 2022
EMERGENCY- 2022. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Kunle (Donald Elise Watkins) and his best friend, Sean (RJ Cyler), are both seniors in college about to embark on an epic night of Spring Break parties.”
5/21/22- Very good reviews for this movie. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
May 21st, 2022
FRIENDS AND STRANGERS- 2022. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Friends and Strangers is a comedy-drama that explores displacement, disconnection and ennui in contemporary Australia through the eyes of two upper-middle class millennials.’
2/28/22– Fair reviews for this Australian comedy/drama. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
February 28th, 2022
FAMILY SQUARES- 2022. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The Worths are a family portrait of dysfunction. When Grandma Mabel dies suddenly, they must set aside their differences and come together. Mayhem quickly ensues as long buried family secrets bubble to the surface with a shocking revelation.”
2/27/22- Very good reviews from the critics. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
February 27th, 2022
THREE MONTHS- 2022. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “THREE MONTHS is a coming-of-age film that tells the story of Caleb, as a South Florida teen who loves his camera, his weed and his grandmother. On the eve of his high school graduation, everything changes when he’s exposed to HIV. While he waits three months for his results, Caleb finds love in the most unlikely of places.”
2/27/22- Very good reviews from the critics and audiences alike. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
February 27th, 2022
THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD- 2022. Synopsis by Netflix. ” In her 20s, Julie tried and discarded numerous careers and relationships on the road to self-discovery. Now almost 30, she still finds herself at sea — and uncertain whether she ever wants to settle down — as she embarks on a new romance.”
2/6/22- Excellent reviews by all. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama, Foreign
February 6th, 2022
THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Power-hungry Macbeth sets his sights on the Scottish throne after receiving a prophecy from three witches.”
12/24/21- Great reviews by the critics and by audiences as well. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama, drama
December 24th, 2021
THE FRENCH DISPATCH- 2021. Synopsis by Netflix. “Set in 1950s France and featuring a star-studded cast, this ensemble dramedy threads together and brings to life a trio of short stories written for the final edition of an American magazine.”
10/20/21- Fair to good reviews for this dramedy. TRDB.
Tags: comedy/drama
October 20th, 2021
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