We see 3 stages in Chiron’s story, a black struggling with his sexual identity–as a bullied 10-year-old; a still bullied 16-year-old; & a man choosing his future after reconciling with his recovering mother.
Dough (2015)
When an old Jewish baker hires a Muslim teenager from Darfur as his apprentice, the boy accidentally spills cannabis into the dough, with amazing results.
The Infiltrator (2016)
Absolutely terrific! 5 out of 5 stars. Click the image to read my entire review.
Dheepan (2015)
Fleeing war-torn Sri Lanka, a former Tamil Tiger soldier forms a family with a widow & an orphan to begin life anew in a French housing project despite a violent drug gang.
Amy (2015)
The quick rise & fall of talented British singer Amy Winehouse is told through home video clips, interviews & songs– from her teen years to her alcoholic death at age 27.
Boyz n The Hood (1991)
Two black brothers and their friend in the hood are in danger from drugs & violence, with the father of one of them trying to teach his son right from wrong.
Escobar: Paradise Lost (2014)
After a Canadian surfer falls in love with Maria, niece of Columbia’s brutal drug lord Pablo Escobar, his joining the family becomes a bargain with the Devil.
The Connection (2014)
At great risk to his life a French detective in Marseille persists in gathering evidence to convict a drug lord who has paid for protection with bribes.
Kill the Messenger (2014)
You’ll have a lot to discuss with friends after watching this film about a daring journalist whose life takes a dramatic turn. CLICK on the movie’s title to read my entire review.
The Armstrong Lie (2013)
A documentary going into great detail on how cyclist Lance Armstrong lied to everyone about using drugs before and during races to enhance his strength.