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- Romance and suspense ensue in Paris as a woman is pursued by several men who want a fortune her murdered husband had stolen. Whom can she trust?
- Documentary series focusing on great American artists and personalities.
- Cardinal Richelieu, engaged in intrigue at the court of Louis XIII, attempts to rule by threatening the queen, who is secretly in love with the Duke of Buckingham. From Gascony comes D'Artagnan to join the King's Musketeers in his quest for adventure. He wins the right to membership by proving his prowess with the sword and forms an eternal alliance with Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, the Three Musketeers. After many adventures, he embarks on a dangerous mission to England to recover a diamond brooch, a gift of the king, which the queen has given to Buckingham as a token of affection. He recovers it and returns in time to save the queen from the wrath of Louis, defeat the cardinal's intrigue, and win Constance, the queen's seamstress.
- A man finds out that his family has a werewolf curse put upon them.
- Racial violence breaks out in a huge, black ghetto - triggered by a white woman living there with a black man.
- The story of the hijacking of Air France Flight AF139 on 27 June 1976 from Athens and the subsequent mission to rescue the hostages from the airport terminal at Entebbe in Uganda. The movie contains interviews with former hostages, including Captain Bacos who (together with his crew) refused to abandon his passengers as well those who planned the rescue mission and those executed it.
- After serving nine years in prison for the revenge-murder of an opposing gang member, Dyno returns home. He is torn between his loyalty to his gang family and his loyalty to his wife and daughter.
- An insight into the life and work of H.G. Wells. Experience "The War of the Worlds" and explore the impact this exceptional piece of writing has made on every new generation.
- Carrot Top, the red-headed wunderkind with a trunk full of giggles, invades Vegas and this one you won't want to miss. Filmed live at the MGM Grand, Carrot Top Rocks Las Vegas is a rock & roll hyper-reality comedy explosion with strobe laser lights, sound effects, pyrotechnics, and a fog machine.
- In this narrated story of illustrated still images, Peter's parents take him to historic Chancemoor Castle, being the sort of parents who like educational vacations. The box office clerk looks convincingly like a gremlin. When Peter gets separated from his parents, the clerk finds him, reveals pointed ears she did not previously seem to have, and introduces herself as Shanakzoot, a hobbit (although she wears shoes) and apprentice to the Wizard Alyosious. Shanakzoot tells Peter that he is a special boy with a gift for magic, and if he can master a magical transformation, she will introduce him to Alyosious and the queen of the castle, Isadore. They exist in a parallel dimension that can be slipped into, topographically the same as the town but a heavily forested enchanted realm without all the contemporary houses and storms. Peter needs to learn more magic in order to retrieve the magic ring of Chancemoor from Zandor, the evil wizard of Stumbleswake Castle, who killed the king there, or Chancemoor Castle will crumble to dust in both dimensions. As Peter learns new magic, live-action sequences feature a Wizard who demonstrates how to do six simple sleight of hand tricks, two with standard card decks and four with other common household items such as paper, string, and drinking glasses..
- In a house in Oxford lived a remarkable man called J.R.R. Tolkien who told stories that thrilled the world. To this very day readers and film audiences are enjoying his magnificent epics "THE LORD OF THE RINGS" and "The Hobbit" - adapted to the big screen by producer, Peter Jackson. Although everybody has heard of Tolkien's writing, very few people could tell you much about the man responsible for creating the best loved magical creatures that have become household names. This program will give you a real insight into the man behind the legends of "THE LORD OF THE RINGS," and the people and places that shaped his unique literary genius. From the rolling English countryside to the sooty streets of Industrial Birmingham, the dreaming spires of Oxford to the World War I trenches of the blood soaked Somme; this is the story of the quintessential English College Professor who made epic mythology and legend accessible to one and all. LEARN THESE AND MORE FASCINATING FACTS ABOUT TOLKIEN AND HIS INSPIRATIONS FOR HIS GREAT LITERARY WORKS• The huge cult status of "The Lord of the Rings" did not fully evolve until some years after Tolkien's death. • Gamgee (as in Sam Gamgee) came from a local word meaning cotton wool. • The inspiration for Gandolph was a postcard picturing a mountain spirit with a long white beard, wide-brimmed hat and long cloak. • Tolkien was inspired by Andrew Lang's "The Red Fairy Book". • Greek and other mystical languages fascinated Tolkien, so he studied the history of linguistics while at Oxford. • One of his literary companions was C.S. Lewis, author of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe".
- During a local crime wave two brothers plan the simple robbery of their own failing jewelry store in hopes of collecting the insurance money.They quickly realize that even the most well-planned heists aren't easy. Their "copy cat" plan disintegrates when the robbery crew they emulate comes after them for revenge, with the police not far behind.
- When Charlie Chaplin was born in London on the 16th of April 1889, no one could have predicted what his future would be. Charlie's meteoric rise to fame in the pioneering days of the film industry is truly one of the most dramatic rags to riches stories ever told, and the enduring charm of his instantly recognizable "Little Tramp," continues to thrill film enthusiasts the whole world over to this very day. Chaplin's life was full of contrasts, from his poverty-stricken childhood in the London slums, right through to his millionaire status as one of the first great celebrities of Hollywood. The treasured black and white silent movies that made Charlie his fortune give a fascinating insight into the character of this great comedian, but to really understand the nature of his genius you need to step back in time. This program will transport you back to Chaplin's London at the turn of the 20th century and you can see for yourself the influences that were to shape his later work on the silver screen. Trace his footsteps to the workhouse and the lunatic asylum where his beloved mother struggled to overcome poverty and illness, and see the school where Charlie first faced the injustice of authority. Follow the story further with Charlie's departure for America, as his phenomenal success is charted in precise detail with extracts from his movies providing a stunning backdrop. Every aspect of Chaplin's life and work, triumphs and disasters, are all explored in order to bring you the real man behind the "Little Tramp's" mask.
- Few film stars are genuinely loved by their audiences, but back in the days of the silent movie, a comedy duo enjoyed that from the very beginning. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, brought laughter to millions through the 20th Century.
- Two rival drug lords, one from Oakland, one from San Francisco, are at war over control of the Bay Area turf. Oakland drug lord Salvador Castro just got out of prison and will stop at nothing to regain the empire that he left behind with his younger brother, Richard.
- Eve is torn between her ex-boyfriend Charlie, just released from jail, and her new boyfriend Slim, a drug dealer. In order to gain her freedom from both men, she plans a risky double-cross that may put all their lives in jeopardy.
- Four corrupt Oakland Task Force Officers turn the city inside out with murders, beatings and whatever it takes to clean up the streets and make a little money. They try to sell their services to a new Oakland drug lord, but he ain't having it. All hell breaks loose and the cops won't stop until they get their way or kill everyone that stands in front of it...These gangsters come with badges.
- Feature length "making-of" documentary chronicling the design, construction and evolution of the settings for the film A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004).
- This documentary investigates five of California's most haunted sites: Alcatraz island, Bodie Ghost Town, Hotel Del Coronado, The Whaley House and The Winchester Mystery House.
- Douglas Fairbanks, the screen's great swashbuckler, charmed millions with his energetic athleticism, his boyishly handsome good looks, and his sparkling charisma. Whether it was fighting off tyrannical land-owners in "The Mark of Zorro," slashing the king's guards in "The Three Musketeers," sliding down sails in "The Black Pirate," springing in leaps and bounds in "Robin Hood," or riding a winged horse across the night sky in "The Thief of Bagdad," Douglas Fairbanks was in his element as an action hero of grandiose costume dramas. But behind all of his achievements on the screen, there was another side to Douglas Fairbanks and this unique biography will reveal some of that man behind the mask. So swing into action and swashbuckle your way through this documentary. This is one adventure worth telling.
- Explore the public and private life of one of the 20th Century's most important Americans. The legacy of Howard Hughes is both inspirational and tragic. Gain insight into the motivations of this complex man through rare interviews and footage
- A rape accusation against the president of a student political coalition brings war to its members.
- An in-depth look at the design and fabrication of the costumes for the film A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004), with insight from designer Colleen Atwood and extensive costume test footage.
- Ever wonder if celebrity truly dies with the celebrity, if graves really can give up the dead, or if walls really do talk? Then join the hunt for star haunts and hauntings in and around the city of broken dreams - Hollywood, California.
- Have you always wanted to learn more about wine, but didn't know where to start? AN INTRODUCTORY GUIDE TO WINE gives you the basics you need to understand and appreciate this intriguing beverage. Through interviews and demonstrations with leading sommeliers, winemakers, wine educators and other industry professionals, you will discover what you like and how to describe your preferences to waiters and retailers. Learn how to find quality wines at value prices. Enjoy the beautiful California wine country over the course of three seasons and visit premium wineries for an inside look at how grapes are grown and wine is made. Experience the excitement of harvest at Clos LaChance, tour Robert Mondavi Winery, Franciscan Oakville Estate and Blackstone Sonoma. Visit the historic estate and underground caves of Schramsberg Vineyards and learn how sparkling wine is made. AN INTRODUCTORY GUIDE TO WINE makes the fascinating world of wine accessible to everyone! Program Highlights * A Brief History * Health Benefits * Classic Grapes * World Wine Regions * California Wineries * Vineyard & Harvest * Winemaking * Bottles & Glasses * Wine Tasting * Home Wine Tasting * Champagne & Sparkling Wine * Ordering Wine in a Restaurant * Food & Wine Pairings * Understanding Wine Labels * Buying Wine * Serving Wine * Storing Wine * Where to Learn More Bonus Features Resource List * Wine Definitions French, Italian & German Wine Classification Charts
- A collection of the funniest routines from Billy Connolly's three decades of stand-up comedy.
- A tribute to director William Wyler consisting of interviews and excerpts from his many classic films.
- 1985– 58mTV-146.1 (118)TV EpisodePresents a biography of Nobel Prize winning author Isaac Bashevis Singer as he converses with friends in a popular cafeteria, responds to post-lecture questions, and addresses people in his study.
- 1985– 1h 22mTV-14TV EpisodeThe modern dance choreographers Alwin Nikolais and Murray Louis jointly and individually led many companies. The two developed the Nikolais/Louis dance technique together. In 1999 the dance companies representing their work were phased out
- 1985– 56mTV-146.6 (220)TV EpisodeSurely one of the most profound and outrageous influences on the times following World War I, was the group of a dozen or so taste-makers who lunched together at New York City's Algonquin Hotel.
- 1985– TV-147.3 (92)TV EpisodeIn the summer of 1931, three young idealists, Harold Clurman, Cheryl Crawford and Lee Strasberg, were inspired by a passionate dream of transforming the American theater.
- 1985– TV-147.1 (142)TV EpisodeDocumentary about acclaimed screenwriter Waldo Salt.
- 1985– 1h 22mTV-147.2 (286)TV Episode59MetascoreThe life and work of Allen Ginsberg, the greatest of the Beat Generation poets is put in focus in this film
- 1985– 1h 2mTV-148.0 (97)TV EpisodeDanny Kaye was a great American entertainer with an enormous creative range, encompassing dance, popular song, classical music, complicated verse, impersonation and improvisation, which melded together into an utterly unique style.
- Even in her eighties, the legendary Lena Horne has a quality of timelessness about her. Elegant and wise, she personifies both the glamour of Hollywood and the reality of a lifetime spent battling racial and social injustice.
- 1985– 1h 55mTV-147.9 (101)TV EpisodeTelevision and radio pioneer Jack Paar has been called the most imitated personality in broadcasting. He virtually created the late-night talk show format as the host of The Tonight Show, one of televisions longest running programs.
- 1985– 1h 22mTV-147.3 (134)TV EpisodePlaywright Arthur Miller, director Volker Schlöndorff and actor Dustin Hoffman are seen creating the Roxbury Productions and Punch Productions teleplay Death of a Salesman (1985).
- Using film clips and photos, the art and history of vaudeville (1890-1930s) is illustrated.
- 1985– 1h 13mTV-147.3 (349)TV EpisodeAbout the musician, poet and composer Lou Reed. The rebel who made rock and roll into avant garde.
- Isamu Noguchi was a sculptor, designer, architect, and craftsman. Throughout his life he struggled to see, alter, and recreate his natural surroundings.
- 1985– TV-143.4 (80)TV EpisodeA documentary on the famed painter and sculptor of Western Americana, Frederic Remington.
- In the 1960's, Paul Simon's moving lyric "Bridge Over Troubled Water" was an anthem for a generation. With Art Garfunkel he made moving testaments to the times, fusing folk and rock music.
- 1985– 56mTV-147.8 (145)TV EpisodeBiographical portrait of one of Broadway's most brilliant songwriters. Told through the use of archival material and interviews with the rich and famous that knew him, this portrait concentrates on his career and his public life events.
- 1985– 1h 26mTV-147.6 (390)TV EpisodeWith Hitchcock's career just beginning and Selznick's on the decline, the final year of their collaboration would mark turning points in both men's lives.
- 1985– 1hTV-147.3 (121)TV EpisodeA leading acting teacher who trained some of the most famous performers of the stage and screen, Sanford Meisner was a founding member of the Group Theatre a leading force in the theater world of the 1930's.
- 1985– 59mTV-146.6 (122)TV EpisodeAt age eleven, he had just begun to play the saxophone. At age twenty he was leading a revolution in modern jazz music. Today, Charlie "Yardbird" Parker is considered one of the great musical innovators of the 20th century.