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The Mission

October 17, 2023 by Lisa M. Hendey

New in theaters from award-winning Directors Jesse Moss and Amanda McBaine, The Mission is a complex documentary from National Geographic Documentary Films. It follows the life and death of American missionary John A. Chau who died at the age of 26 attempting to deliver missionary teachings to the … [Read more...] about The Mission

Filed Under: Movies Tagged With: Documentaries, Documentary, Movie Reviews, Movies, National Geographic

Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin

August 29, 2022 by Lisa M. Hendey

When you're on a quest to redefine what's humanly possible, the line between triumph and tragedy is razor thin... In the pivotal moments, when life hangs in the balance, what drives the greatest to keep pushing, to stare down fear, to risk everything?Jimmy Chin, Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy … [Read more...] about Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin

Filed Under: Television Tagged With: Jimmy Chin, National Geographic, Television

Genius: Aretha

March 20, 2021 by Lisa M. Hendey 2 Comments

As a big fan of National Geographic's Genius anthology scripted drama series, I was delighted to learn that the third season will focus on the life and legacy of the "Queen of Soul" Aretha Franklin. Having screened all but the final of the eight episodes, I'll just say that if you are a music fan or … [Read more...] about Genius: Aretha

Filed Under: Television Tagged With: Aretha Franklin, Music, National Geographic, Television

City So Real

October 28, 2020 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

When trying to sum up my emotions after having screened the first episode in the new National Geographic documentary film series CITY SO REAL, one word comes to mind: unfiltered. In many ways, the city of Chicago has become a second home for me. I've come to love its many diverse neighborhoods, … [Read more...] about City So Real

Filed Under: Movies, Television Tagged With: Documentary, Films, Movies, National Geographic, Television

Free Solo: Pulse-Racing, Edge of Seat Majesty

March 5, 2019 by Lisa M. Hendey

A week after my viewing of the Academy Award-winning documentary FREE SOLO from National Geographic, my blood pressure still rises gleefully every time I think of the film. Spoiler Alert: I'll admit that on my first viewing, I did intentionally "spoil" myself by doing some quick googling to make … [Read more...] about Free Solo: Pulse-Racing, Edge of Seat Majesty

Filed Under: Movies Tagged With: FREE SOLO, Movie Reviews, Movies, National Geographic

Weekend Beachballs & Jellyfish Entertainment Roundup: God Friended Me, Science Fair, and Smallfoot

September 30, 2018 by Lisa M. Hendey

So much to watch and so little time! Because me travel calendar has me on the move this week, I wanted to quickly share three entertainment options for this weekend and look at the "beachballs" (positive features) and "jellyfish" (things to watch out for) in each. God Friended Me Airing Sundays on … [Read more...] about Weekend Beachballs & Jellyfish Entertainment Roundup: God Friended Me, Science Fair, and Smallfoot

Filed Under: Movies, Television Tagged With: CBS, Movie Reviews, Movies, National Geographic, Television, Warner Bros.

The Long Road Home

November 7, 2017 by Lisa M. Hendey Leave a Comment

Update: This series debuted on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Episode One, "Black Sunday", may be viewed online here. Beginning tonight on National Geographic, The Long Road Home recounts in dramatic fashion the events of "Black Sunday", April 4, 2004. On that fateful day, the 1st Cavalry Division … [Read more...] about The Long Road Home

Filed Under: Television Tagged With: National Geographic, Television

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