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Eddie Strait


Eddie Strait is a member of the Austin Film Critic Association. His reviews focus primarily on streaming entertainment, with an emphasis on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and other on-demand services.

last chance u

Netflix’s ‘Last Chance U’ scores off the field with gripping drama

This docuseries packs punch, even for non-football fans.

On Jul 21, 2017 by Eddie Strait

to the bone

Netflix’s ‘To the Bone’ is a tough, rewarding watch

Marti Noxon's directorial debut is stunningly human, and never glorifies anorexia,

On Jul 16, 2017 by Eddie Strait

best foreign language movies on netflix : lucid dream

‘Lucid Dream’ is a wildly inventive kidnapping thriller

Netflix's Nolan-inspired South Korean film is thrilling, moving, and so much fun.

On Jul 6, 2017 by Eddie Strait

okja

‘Okja’ is an ambitious, action-stuffed blockbuster about a girl and her pet pig

In a summer full of prequels, sequels, and threequels, Netflix's 'Okja' is a revelation.

On Jun 28, 2017 by Eddie Strait

worst netflix original movies - You Get Me Netflix review

Netflix’s ‘You Get Me’ is a tired thriller without imagination

Throw in all the social media stars you like, this teen drama is no fun.

On Jun 25, 2017 by Eddie Strait

best netflixal docuseries : Making a Murderer

‘Making a Murder’ confession was obtained improperly, judges rule

The confession used to convict Brendan Dassey in the murder of Teresa Halbach was coerced, judges rule.

On Jun 22, 2017 by Eddie Strait

meticulously ridiculous

T.J. Miller’s ‘Meticulously Ridiculous’ makes lemonade out of lemon material

Having left 'Silicon Valley,' Miller's HBO standup proves he can fly solo.

On Jun 22, 2017 by Eddie Strait

best comedies on netflix : oh, hello

‘Oh, Hello’ packs the tuna and the laughs

John Mulaney and Nick Kroll's beloved, beleaguered characters get a loose and hilarious Netflix special.

On Jun 16, 2017 by Eddie Strait

best thrillers on netflix : shimmer lake

Rainn Wilson shines in black comedy ‘Shimmer Lake’

Netflix adds yet another impressive, Coen-inspired film to its lineup of originals.

On Jun 12, 2017 by Eddie Strait

Kidnapping movies on Netflix

The best heart-pounding kidnapping movies on Netflix

Lock your doors and settle in for these tales of the taken.

On Jun 6, 2017 by Eddie Strait

war movies netflix - full metal jacket

The 15 best war movies you’ll find on Netflix

From patriotic classics to epic violence, it's all here.

On Jun 1, 2017 by Eddie Strait

the keepers season 2

‘The Keepers’ is the latest captivating true-crime story for Netflix

The murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik went unsolved, due to a massive attempt to cover up allegations of child abuse and sexual assault.

On May 19, 2017 by Eddie Strait

13 reasons why season 2

Everything you need to know about ’13 Reasons Why’ season 2

'Hannah wasn't the only one.'

On May 8, 2017 by Eddie Strait

Small Crimes

Netflix’s ‘Small Crimes’ is darkly entertaining and familiar genre fare

Evan Katz and Macon Blair adapt Dave Zeltserman's acclaimed crime novel into a slick film.

On Apr 29, 2017 by Eddie Strait

netflix review : girlboss

Don’t overlook ‘Girlboss,’ Netflix’s brash and hilarious comedy

Netflix's latest is a roaring, guest-packed showcase for creator-writer Kay Cannon and star Britt Robertson.

On Apr 25, 2017 by Eddie Strait