“Bob and the Monster” is an award-winning documentary that charts the wild, heartbreaking and ultimately redemptive journey of Bob Forrest,…
Browsing: MOVIE NIGHT
Welcome to movie night with The Sober Curator! No need for booze or drugs, we’ve got your entertainment cravings covered. This corner of our site is dedicated to recommending movies and documentaries that are sure to captivate, inspire, and entertain. So, grab some popcorn, whip up your favorite mocktail, and indulge in your go-to sweet treats as you cozy up for a cinematic treat.
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“Don’t Worry, He Won’t Get Far on Foot” is a moving portrait of recovery that avoids Hollywood clichés. Director Gus…
I’m a total horror junkie. I’ve got an annual Shudder subscription, and in my apartment there’s a framed scratch-off poster…
When filmmaker Benjamin Flaherty set out to document the world of addiction recovery, he didn’t expect to uncover a billion-dollar…
The movie kicks off with Mark Twain’s sly observation: “I’ve suffered a great deal of pain in my life, most…
Released in 2000, Eminem’s “Stan” became more than a hit — it became an integral part of the cultural lexicon.…
Grab your dad, your cousin Ricky, and definitely alert your big brother who still quotes Billy Madison every Thanksgiving—because Happy…
Sobriety isn’t just about the moment you quit—it’s about what happens after. This is the ethos behind the Sober Curator Podcast,…
There’s something profoundly refreshing about a love story that doesn’t rely on alcohol to fuel its passion or create its…
Join Edmonds College Merchants of Hope, in partnership with the Snohomish County Recovery Coalition (SCRC) and the King County Recovery…
There’s an undeniable hook to The Way Back: Ben Affleck, fresh off a highly publicized battle with alcoholism, steps into…
There’s always been a whimsical desire within me to craft a Peeps Diorama. If there existed a DIY wishlist, this…
Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2 is a gripping legal thriller that dives deep into themes of addiction, secrecy, and moral reckoning.…
When a movie grips you with emotionally raw performances, brutal honesty about mental health challenges, and the complicated beauty of…
When I first heard about Anora, I wasn’t sure what to expect. A modern-day Cinderella story set in the bustle…
In a world that never seems to stop spinning, our minds often mirror the frenetic pace. Amy Liz-Harrison, host of…
At first glance, I Want to Eat Your Pancreas is an odd title for a film, and it might give…
I remember exactly where I was when I heard the news about Matthew Perry’s passing. I was sitting in an…
From the very first frame, drenched in rhinestones and bathed in neon light, The Last Showgirl grabs you by the…
When it comes to movies about addiction and recovery, I’m always looking for stories that go beyond the typical rock-bottom…
Goodrich shines as a poignant, heartfelt comedy that captures the beauty and absurdity of life’s unexpected detours. Written and directed…
Darren Aronofsky’s Requiem for a Dream is not a film—it’s a visceral experience, a plunge into the suffocating abyss of…
The Crime of the Century is a gripping two-part HBO documentary directed by Alex Gibney that delves deep into the…
“Substance,” starring Demi Moore, is a cinematic exploration that beckons our attention to the intricate and often harrowing journey of…
As a lifelong fan of Hayao Miyazaki, I had a hunch that his second “retirement” wouldn’t last very long. And…
In the sphere of indie films, where storytelling often delves deeper into raw human experiences, “The Outrun” emerges as a…
In recent years, the opioid crisis has provided fertile ground for filmmakers to explore America’s most devastating health crisis, producing…
Bo Burnham’s Inside: The Outtakes takes us deeper into the labyrinth of his mind, offering a fascinating glimpse behind the…
Addiction recovery is a path often fraught with challenges and heartbreak. For every individual battling substance abuse, countless loved ones…
Let’s cut to the chase: Bo Burnham’s Inside is a masterpiece. This profoundly introspective and layered work captures the raw…