In this true refugee story a son’s dream of becoming a doctor conflicts with his father’s need for him to join in his chocolate business because only the son can speak English.
Peace by Chocolate (2021)
Mister Owita’s Guide to Gardening–A Good Read
I became interested in reading this book while reviewing the documentary film The Book Keepers. The book is a memoir of an unusual friendship between a white Southern woman, Carol Wall, and Giles Owita, a Kenyan holding several jobs, including gardener. Ms. Wall, a writer for 20 years for Southern Living magazine had struggled …
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Father Stu (2022)
The true story of how a profane boxer joined the Catholic Church because of a girl & after a crash was called to be a priest, persisting even when struck by a disease.
The Irishman (2019)
Based on his memoir, this is the story of how mobster Frank “The Irishman” Sheeran rose up in the Mafia, becoming a hitman & friend of Teamster Jimmy Hoffa, whom he allegedly killed.
When They See Us (2019)
It’s a terrific miniseries. Click the title to read my entire review.
Quiz Show (1994)
When a quiz show producers tempt the son of a famous poet to cheat, he hesitates & then accepts, leading to a great scandal of the 50s.
Molly’s Game (2017)
A woman running a high stakes celebrity poker game runs afoul of Russian criminals & the FBI.
Deep Water Horizon (2016)
The exciting true story of the neglect of a deep sea oil rig by British Petroleum & the heroism of the crew in dealing with the resulting catastrophe is told.
Gimme Shelter (2013)
Based on a true story about a pregnant teenager seeking her birth father. He insists she obtain an abortion, so she runs away, getting help at a clinic.
Lone Survivor (2013)
A “true story” depicts Navy SEALs fighting for their lives against Taliban in Afghanistan. A fitting tribute to the men & to villagers who rescued one.