DEALT- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Although Richard Turner lost his sight early in life, his determination to become a virtuoso card magician would bring him global fame. In this fascinating documentary, Turner shares his unique perspectives on his life and his craft.”
10/20/17- Very good reviews from critics and audiences. TRDB.
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AIDA’S SECRETS- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This moving documentary chronicles the reunion of brothers Izak and Shep, born in the same refugee camp in postwar Germany yet unaware of each other’s existence for 65 years. But they soon learn there’s more to the story, including a family secret.”
10/20/17- Audiences have loved this movie and I’ve seen 4 professional reviews and they are all excellent. TRDB.
3/7/18- This was a wonderful documentary with many twists and turns in an attempt to find the truth. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
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PROFESSOR MARSTON & THE WONDER WOMEN- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This biopic centers on Harvard psychologist William Marston, the man who created Wonder Woman, and imbued the iconic character with the feminist ideals of his wife, Elizabeth, and the other woman in their polyamorous relationship, Olive Byrne.”
10/16/17- Very good reviews for this drama. TRDB.
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THE DEPARTURE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This moving portrait of spiritual guide Ittetsu Nemoto charts his transformation from rebellious punk rocker to Buddhist priest. But he ends up at a crossroads as his devotion to dissuading people from committing suicide begins taking a toll on him.”
10/16/17- Excellent reviews. TRDB.
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THE FATHER’S CHAIR- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “This observational documentary follows elderly Orthodox Jewish twins who must deep clean their inherited home in Brooklyn, New York, when the upstairs tenant refuses to pay rent unless the two hoarders clean up the mess that’s accumulated for years.”
10/15/17- Just a few reviews so far but they are mostly very good. TRDB.
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78/52: HITCHCOCK’S SHOWER SCENE- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “With one two-minute shower scene in “Psycho,” Alfred Hitchcock changed the face of cinematic horror. In this absorbing documentary, filmmakers and movie dissect the scene’s 78 setups and 52 cuts, revealing the film’s elaborate symbolism.”
10/16/17- Great reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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FOR AHKEEM- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Set against the backdrop of the Ferguson events, this documentary follows Missouri teen Daje Shelton, whose fighting lands her at an alternative school. Vowing to do better, she refuses to let the tough world she grew up in define her or her future.”
10/15/17- Excellent reviews from the critics and weak reviews from audiences. TRDB.
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HUMAN FLOW- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Directed by famed artist and social activist Ai Weiwei, this affecting documentary depicts the grim circumstances and future hopes of more than 65 million refugees worldwide, driven from their homes by starvation, war and ethnic oppression.”
10/15/17- Very good critical review – audiences were less enthusiastic. TRDB.
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DINA- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Outspoken suburbanite Dina Buno and her fiancé, Scott Levin — a Walmart greeter — are crazy about each other. But their romance undergoes challenges as insecurities and anxieties begin bubbling to the surface after the two move in together.”
10/6/17- Uniformly excellent reviews for this documentary. TRDB.
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TAKE EVERY WAVE: THE LIFE OF LAIRD HAMILTON- 2017. Synopsis by Netflix. “Turning to the mammoth waves of Oahu’s north shore to escape an abusive home, Laird Hamilton has made surfing innovation his life’s work. With a winter surf season on Kauai as the backdrop, this in-depth documentary charts his story.”
10/6/17- Great reviews. TRDB.
4/4/18- I guess you need to have some interest in this topic in order to enjoy. I definitely did not. TRDB. Netflix Disc.
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