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Haunting - Haunted Houses - Season 3, AGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 06/24/2008 Rating NR Production Year: 2008 Run Time: 495 mins Released By: Timeless Media Group New Dominion Pictures's A Haunting: Season 3, takes you inside ten real-life horror stories that originally aired on the Discovery Channel. Each eerie one-hour episode features eyewitness accounts and cinematic re-enactments of some of the most spine-tingling, ghostly haunting's ever recorded. Even the most skeptical observer will be shocked and intrigued by these spellbinding tales. Visit the centuries-old pub in northern England, haunted by its gruesome past, the dream house that turns into a nightmare, and the famously creepy haunting in Ireland. This three DVD set of the third season of A Haunting explores these and many other unexplainable, eerie and macabre tales of the paranormal. By the end of each amazing story, you will experience a lingering sense that life and death are much stronger than you could possibly have imagined! Source - Timeless Media Group … more less -
High GroundGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 11/06/2012 Rating NR Production Year: 2012 Run Time: 97 mins Released By: Virgil Films and Entertainment 11 wounded U.S. military veterans ascend Mount Lobuche under the leadership of a blind guide and a devoted team of Mt. Everest summiteers in this inspirational documentary. … more less -
Ancient Greece: Gods & BattlesGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 10/26/2010 Rating NR Production Year: 2010 Run Time: 420 mins Released By: A&E Home Video This documentary from the History Channel takes an in-depth look at some of the major characters and their epic clashes that figure prominently in Greek history and myth, including the Battle of Thermopayle, Helen of Troy, the Battle at Marathon, and more. The program pools together expert historians, theologians, archaeologists, and more, to offer analysis and understanding of the many heroes and stories on whom much of Western storytelling is based. … more less -
WWII Unsung HeroesGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 10/26/2010 Rating NR Production Year: 2010 Run Time: 470 mins Released By: A&E Home Video This documentary from the History Channel takes an in-depth look at some of the major battles and incidents that figured prominently in World War II, focusing on the ground-level experiences of soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines, who endured unspeakable hardship and often sacrificed their lives for the sake of their cause. … more less -
How Bruce Lee Changed The WorldGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 08/25/2009 Rating NR Production Year: Though he died at the young age of 32, Bruce Lee left an indelible mark on pop culture: the legendary fighter almost singlehandedly introduced the movie-going public to martial arts. This insightful documentary tells Lee’s story, from his beginnings in Hong Kong to his astounding impact on Hollywood, and features insights from his friends and followers such as Jackie Chan, John Woo, and LL Cool J. … more less -
Discovery Channel - Human Body: Pushing The LimitsGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 07/29/2008 Rating NR Production Year: 2008 Run Time: 165 mins Released By: Image Entertainment, Inc. Discovery Channel special PUSHING THE LIMITS offers an amazing anatomy lesson in extreme close-up. Using cutting-edge micro cameras, the series reveals the inner workings of eyes, muscles, nerves, and even the human brain. … more less -
Jimi Hendrix: The Guitar HeroGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 09/14/2010 Rating NR Production Year: 2010 Run Time: 109 mins Released By: Image Narrated by rock icon Slash, this documentary about revered guitarist Jimi Hendrix features some of the most celebrated rock musicians discuss his formidable talent and influence. Among the subjects who express their awe for Hendrix are Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor, Ginger Baker, and Eric Burdon. … more less -
Julia Child - America's Favorite ChefGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 12/07/2004 Rating NR Production Year: 2004 Run Time: 60 mins Released By: WGBH Boston Video Cast: Julia Child This AMERICAN MASTERS program pays tribute to America's most beloved celebrity chef. Julia Child was a true pioneer when it came to changing the way the world thinks about food and cooking. Child's accomplishments include starring in numerous television cookery programs and authoring several books. Child is also credited with bringing French cuisine into the American kitchen. JULIA CHILD: AMERICA'S FAVORITE COOK explores Child's relationship to her husband Paul, as well as her love for French cuisine. With food being so central to life, it's no surprise Child has lived hers to the fullest. … more less -
Just Around the CornerGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 09/25/2012 Rating NR Production Year: 2011 Run Time: 97 mins Released By: Virgil Films and Entertainment This documentary details how artist Bob Benjamin decided to fight his Parkinson's diagnosis by forming a foundation to help find a cure and assist those also afflicted by the disorder. His work led to a series of charity concerts that helped raise a substantial amount of money for his philanthropic efforts. … more less -
Krik? Krak! - Tales of a NightmareGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 06/22/2010 Rating NR Production Year: 1997 Run Time: 78 mins Released By: Facets Multi-Media, Inc. A melange of found footage, archival films, interviews, and original documentary camerawork, blended together to explore the nature of political, religious, and cultural life in Haiti, a nation languishing in government oppression but full of mystery and rich tradition. Secretly filmed on location. … more less -
Last Royals, TheGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 06/14/2005 Rating NR Production Year: Will the 21st century witness the demise of royalty as we know it? The evidence certainly points in that direction, as this documentary illustrates. The past may have seen royalty across the globe enjoying unprecedented powers, but these have subsided substantially, leading to furious debate as to the purpose they serve. The history and potential futures of four different royal families are discussed at length; the families in question hail from England, Nepal, Buganda, and Tonga. A fascinating glimpse into a fading institution that is both educational and entertaining, THE LAST ROYALS is a welcome addition to the pantheon of material about the royal families of the world. … more less -
Upsetter: The Life & Music of Lee "Scratch" Perry, TheGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 01/24/2012 Rating NR Production Year: 2008 Run Time: 90 mins Released By: MVD Visual A detailed exploration of a unique musical culture and a lovingly detailed character study of a true original, THE UPSETTER: THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LEE "SCRATCH" PERRY focuses on the life and career of the musical legend who some call a prophet, and others call a madman. In his youth, Perry was a mentor to a young Bob Marley, who would later go on to define the sound of modern reggae. After subsequently pioneering a darker version of reggae christened "dub," he would be among the first to experiment with the studio sound known as the "remix" while producing hit singles for such artists as The Clash and Paul McCartney. Fans marveled when Perry constructed Black Ark Studio with his own hands, and then scratched their heads in bewilderment when he burned the studio down in a drug-induced rampage. Yet through it all, musicians across the globe continue to site Perry as a major stylistic influence. … more less -
Loose Change 9/11: An American CoupGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 09/22/2009 Rating NR Production Year: 2009 Run Time: 99 mins Released By: Microcinema Cast: Daniel Sunjata This fourth film in the LOOSE CHANGE series continues to explore the conspiracy theories surrounding the unanswered questions of 9/11. Written and directed by series creator Dylan Avery and narrated by actor Daniel Sunjata (RESCUE ME), the documentary features new footage, interviews, and information about the events leading up 9/11 and compares the attacks to other pivotal moments that provided pretexts for war, including the 1933 Reichstag fire and the 1964 Gulf of Tonkin incident. … more less -
Mafia: The History of the Mob in AmericaGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 04/24/2001 Rating NR Production Year: Run Time: 250 mins Released By: New Video Group, Inc. Prohibition transformed "the Mob" in this country from a loose network of gangs to organized crime as we know it today. This four-part series, made by A&E, chronicles the journey, investigating Mafia political connections, union involvement, and moves to legitimacy. … more less -
Make BelieveGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 11/13/2012 Rating NR Production Year: 2010 Run Time: 91 mins Released By: Passion River Filmmaker J. Clay Tweel offers an inside look at a lesser-known avenue of the world of magic in this documentary. The World Magic Seminar is an event held each year in Las Vegas, NV, where magicians from around the world gather to learn more about their craft and honor the best among their peers. The seminar features a competition for promising teenage magicians, and in MAKE BELIEVE Tweel introduces us to six talented youngsters eager to show off their talents and take their first step to a successful career in show business. Bill Koch is a 19-year-old from Chicago who designs and constructs his own props and plays the French horn when he isn't busy with magic. Siphiwe Fangase and Nkumbuzo Nkonyana are a pair of 18-year-olds from South Africa who have built an act around their remarkable acrobatic abilities. Derek McKee is a 14-year-old from Colorado who struggles with shyness but shows an easy confidence performing card tricks on-stage. Pretty 17-year-old Krystyn Lambert has spent years carefully perfecting her hoop tricks and sleight-of-hand work. And 18-year-old Hiroki Hara comes from a remote village in Japan, where he's devised a performance that combines acrobatics and martial arts with hand magic. All six teenagers show remarkable gifts, but only one can walk away with the prize, and as they struggle to do their best under trying circumstances, they also face the uncertainty that's part of nearly every teenager's life. MAKE BELIEVE was an official selection at the 2010 Los Angeles Film Festival. … more less -
Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a NationGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 06/09/2009 Rating NR Production Year: 1996 Run Time: 118 mins Released By: Universal Music & Video Distribution A compelling account of the lifetime of persecution and struggle withstood by jailed anti-apartheid activist and South African president Nelson Mandela. Shot over seven months, the film captures masses of South Africans voting for the first time, and culminates with Mandela's inauguraton. Produced by Jonathan Demme. Academy Award Nominations: Best Documentary Feature. … more less -
MantleGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 06/13/2006 Rating NR Production Year: 2006 With some impressive stats to his name, legendary Yankees star Mickey Mantle has firmly established himself as one of the all-time greats in the sport. This HBO documentary takes a look at Mantle's life and career. … more less -
National Geographic: American SerengetiGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 05/25/2010 Rating NR Production Year: 2010 Run Time: 50 mins Released By: National Geographic Home Video Filmed over the course of two years, this documentary from NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC takes a look at the landscape of the American Great Plains, once an epic grassland explored by Lewis and Clark, now an ecosystem in danger, and the subject of a grand conservation project. … more less -
National Geographic Video - Asteroids: Deadly ImpactGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 07/29/2003 Rating NR Production Year: 1997 Run Time: 57 mins Released By: Warner Home Video In this installment of the three-part RESTLESS EARTH series, NASA scientists and other skywatchers consider the possibility of an asteroid's collision with Earth, with accounts of potential NEOs (Near Earth Objects). … more less -
National Geographic: Big Sur - Wild CaliforniaGenre: Education/General Interest Release Date: 03/30/2010 Rating NR Production Year: 2009 Run Time: 50 mins Released By: National Geographic Home Video Witness the scenic California coastal from the perspective of three remarkable creatures whose invaluable contributions to the local environment make Big Sur one of the most unique places in America. Cut through the clouds with California condors to get a breathtaking view of the awe-inspiring local landscape, and then get a glimpse of life in the ocean as you plunge beneath the waves with some frisky sea otters. Lastly, a trip into the mountains reveals just why the local mountains lions are known as some of the most resourceful scavengers on the planet. … more less
