THE 355- 2021, Synopsis by Netflix. “Lady spies have their day as a team of female agents from government agencies around the world bands together — and embraces their differences — to prevent an evil organization from sending the planet into chaos.”
1/6/21- No reviews noted yet but it does not sound good to me. We’ll see!! TRDB.
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JOCKEY- 2022. Synopsis by Netflix. “An aging jockey (Clifton Collins Jr.), hopes to win one last title for his longtime trainer (Molly Parker), who has acquired what appears to be a championship horse. But the years — and injuries — have taken a toll on his body, throwing into question his ability to continue his lifelong passion. And the arrival of a young rookie rider (Moises Arias), who claims to be his son, and whom he takes under his wing, further complicates the path to fulfilling his dream.”
1/3/22- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.
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REOPENING NIGHT- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Following the cast, crew and staff of Public Theater as they prepare to mount an adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Merry Wives,” at the Delacorte Theater in New York City. Contending with the ever-present threat of COVID-19 and one of the rainiest Julys on record, the production marks the return of live theatre following more than a year of closures in the city.”
12/25/21- Just 1 early review and it is good. TRDB
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PARALLEL MOTHERS- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Two women, Janis and Ana, coincide in a hospital room where they are going to give birth. Both are single and became pregnant by accident. Janis, middle-aged, doesn’t regret it and she is exultant. The other, Ana, an adolescent, is scared, repentant and traumatized..”
12/24/21- Excellent reviews for this Spanish drama. TRDB.
3/3/22- I liked it very much. TRDB.
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MEMORIA- 2021. Synopsis Rotten Tomatoes. “Ever since being startled by a loud ‘bang’ at daybreak, Jessica (Tilda Swinton) is unable to sleep. In Bogotá to visit her sister, she befriends Agnes (Jeanne Balibar), an archaeologist studying human remains discovered within a tunnel under construction.’
12/24/21- Excellent reviews for this British drama. TRDB.
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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.
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A JOURNAL FOR JORDAN- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “Directed by Denzel Washington and starring Michael B. Jordan with a screenplay by Virgil Williams, A JOURNAL FOR JORDAN is based on the true story of First Sergeant Charles Monroe King (Jordan), a soldier deployed to Iraq who begins to keep a journal of love and advice for his infant son.”
12/22/21- Really poor reviews by the critics but excellent ones by audiences. TRDB.
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AMERICAN UNDERDOG- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “American Underdog tells the inspirational true story of Kurt Warner (Zachary Levi), who went from a stockboy at a grocery store to a two-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback. The film centers on Warner’s unique story and years of challenges and setbacks that could have derailed his aspirations to become an NFL player.”
12/22/21- Excellent reviews from everybody. TRDB.
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THE DESCENDENTS- 2015. “Native islander Matt King (George Clooney) lives with his family in Hawaii. Their world shatters when a tragic accident leaves his wife in a coma. Not only must Matt struggle with the stipulation in his wife’s will that she be allowed to die with dignity, but he also faces pressure from relatives to sell their family’s enormous land trust.”
12/20/21- I enjoyed this movie very much. TRDB.
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THE TENDER BAR- 2021. Synopsis by Rotten Tomatoes. “The Tender Bar tells the story of J.R. (Tye Sheridan), a fatherless boy growing up in the glow of a bar where the bartender, his Uncle Charlie (Ben Affleck), is the sharpest and most colorful of an assortment of quirky and demonstrative father figures.”
12/18/21- Weak reviews despite a strong cast. TRDB.
1/7/22- Not sure what the critics are thinking on this one but I liked it very much. TRDB.
Add comment December 18th, 2021