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.
Father Stu (2022)
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.
The Straight Story (1999)
e true story of what happens to Alvin Straight when he travels 260 miles on a John Deere riding mower to see his estranged brother.