Tag Archives: abuse

I’m Dying up Here (Showtime) Rated TV-MA

Posted on September 7, 2023 by laurarachel4

This series is based on the start of stand-up comedy in the 1970s, a golden age when stand-up comedians were revered. Based on the book by William Knoedelseder. Starring Melissa Leo, Ari Graynor, and Michael Angarano. This show is not … Continue reading →

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Unveiled: Surviving La Luz Del Mundo (2022) Rated TV-MA

Posted on December 18, 2022 by laurarachel4

The documentary unveils the story of the church La Luz del Mundo, where sexual abuse of minors by the leaders occurred for generations. Starring Sochil Martin, Alondra Ocampo, and Sharim Guzman. This documentary is told by the survivors of what … Continue reading →

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Children of the Underground (FX) Rated TV-MA

Posted on September 8, 2022 by laurarachel4

A documentary follows Faye Yager, who created an underground network that hides women and children who have been in alleged abusive relationships. Starring Gloria Steinem and Sally Jessy Raphael. While the series sounds interesting and the story is compelling, I … Continue reading →

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Pooch Perfect (ABC) Rated NR

Posted on April 9, 2021 by laurarachel4

Ten professional dog groomers compete to win a prize of $100,000. Starring Rebel Wilson. This show must only be interesting to other dog groomers. For the most part, it’s uninteresting. I know a number of people want to say this … Continue reading →

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Spotlight (2015) Rated R

Posted on February 20, 2021 by laurarachel4

The true story of the Boston Globe’s uncovering the child molestations and cover-ups within the Catholic Archdiocese. Starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, and Rachel McAdams. This film is brilliant. It showcases real journalism, which is something we no longer have. … Continue reading →

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Retaliation (2017) Rated R

Posted on September 10, 2020 by laurarachel4

An adult victim of childhood sexual abuse confronts his past. Starring Alex Ferns, Orlando Bloom, and Janet Montgomery. This is not a very clean script. It’s a very difficult film to watch, and I’m sure it was difficult to make with the … Continue reading →

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Rewind (2019) Rated NR

Posted on May 15, 2020 by laurarachel4

Looking through his father’s family video collection, a young man looks back on his boyhood and reconstructs the abuse that passed through the generations. Starring Sasha Joseph Neulinger. This is a brilliant documentary as Sasha uncovers his family’s years of … Continue reading →

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Cleveland Abduction (2015) Rated TV-14

Posted on December 16, 2019 by laurarachel4

A single mother is the first victim of kidnapper Ariel Castro and spends 11 years in captivity before she is rescued. Starring Taryn Manning, Raymond Cruz, and Katie Sarife. This film is based on the true story of Michelle Knight, … Continue reading →

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Call Me By Your Name (2017) Rated R

Posted on May 8, 2018 by laurarachel4

In the 1980s, a teen in Italy falls for an older man. Based on the book by André Aciman. Starring Armie Hammer, Timothée Chalamet, and Michael Stuhlbarg. This film left a bad taste in my mouth. The premise of the film … Continue reading →

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Sybil (2007)

Posted on October 5, 2011 by laurarachel4

Rated NR Suffering from dissociative identity disorder, Sybil seeks treatment from a psychiatrist after attempting suicide. During the sessions, Sybil recalls the physical and sexual harm inflicted on her as a child by her mentally ill mother. Starring Jessica Lange, Tammy … Continue reading →

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