Release date: 2007-11-13
Run time: 56 min.
List Price: $19.99
Price: $9.97
Review Nature: Chimpanzees - An Unnatural History / Questar:Nature, the eight-time Emmy-winning PBS series, kicked off its 25th season with this powerful episode. In 1959, the United States Air Force captured dozens of baby chimpanzees in Africa, transporting them to Alamogordo, New Mexico, where they and their offspring were to endure a grueling life as the ultimate human stand-ins. From experiments in space travel and high-velocity crash tests, to pharmaceutical testing and hepatitis and AIDS research, to roles on the silver and small screens, these original Air Force chimpanzees and others that followed gave their lives to benefit humankind. Now, a few extraordinary people are working to give those lives back. Emmy Award-winning producer and director Allison Argo (Extraordinary Dogs) narrates this compelling and powerful program that witnesses the efforts of rescuers at sanctuaries like Fauna Foundation, Save the Chimps, and Center for Great Apes to see that the traumatized residents they have saved from a life of confinement and suffering can finally be allowed to live and feel like chimps.
Actors & Directors
- Jihan El Tahri
- Cuba: An African Odyssey
Run time: 190 min.
List Price: $29.95
Price: $18.57
Review Cuba: An African Odyssey / ARTE:This revealing French documentary adds to our understanding of the Cold War through its least-known context-Africa. From 1961 to 1991 the Dark Continent was a battleground for four competing interests. The Soviet Union wanted to extend its influence into a new continent; the USA lusted after Africa's natural resources; former European empires felt their grip on the area weaken; and newly formed African nations fought to defend their recently won independence. When the latter called on Cuban guerillas to aid in their struggle Fidel Castro stepped in to build a new offensive strategy which would have long-lasting influence on developing countries in their battles against colonialism. From Che Guevara's efforts in the Congo to the triumphant battle at Cuito Cuanavale Cuba: Une Odyssee Africaine tells the story of those internationalists who won their battles but ultimately lost the war. System Requirements:Running Time: 190 minutes Language: French / English / German / Spanish / Portuguese Subtitles: EnglishFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: FOREIGN/FRENCH UPC: 736899116323 Manufacturer No: DV96127.
Release date: 2007-10-30
Run time: 100 min.
List Price: $24.95
Price: $9.99
Review Blood Diamonds (History Channel) / A&E HOME VIDEO:Sierra Leone, once exporting a lucrative 2 million karats of diamonds per year, would fall victim to political greed and become one of the poorest nations on earth-ripe for revolution. In 1991, a rebel army called the Revolutionary United Front began a ten-year civil war, attacking the civilian population, including children, and murdering and raping countless others. Control of the diamond fields was one of the key objectives, funding civil wars throughout Africa, resulting in 4 million deaths. We explore the history behind the issue known as "blood diamonds", fueled by the illicit trade of diamonds, the diamond industry's response, and investigate the possibility of the blood diamond issue repeating. The heart of the story is related through the harrowing personal accounts of Sierra Leoneans, who vividly describe their individual tragedies and struggles to recover after the war.
Release date: 2001-02-20
Run time: 50 min.
List Price: $14.98
Price: $8.60
Review Mandy Moore - The Real Story / Sony:
Release date: 2007-10-09
Run time: 105 min.
Creator: Andy Schwarcz
List Price: $19.98
Price: $10.31
Review History of SEC Football / Warner Home Video:
Actors & Directors
- Ben Loeterman
- Laura Longsworth
- David Ogden Stiers
Run time: 60 min.
Creator: James Rutenbeck
List Price: $24.99
Price: $16.00
Review American Experience: The Golden Gate Bridge / PBS (Direct):
Actors & Directors
- Fred W. Friendly
- Edward R. Murrow
Run time: 55 min.
List Price: $24.95
Price: $13.91
Review Harvest of Shame / New Video Group:Legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow is undoubtedly the first hero in the history of American broadcasting, a distinguished reporter who forever set the industry gold standard through his unparalleled courage, integrity and newsgathering excellence. From his electrifying WWII frontline coverage to his once-in-a-lifetime interviews with such prominent 20th century icons as John F. Kennedy, Louis Armstrong and Fidel Castro, Murrow truly understood the spellbinding beauty and power of the spoken word, and television would forever be indebted to his unique contributions. Presented by Dan Rather, Murrow's HARVEST OF SHAME is among the most famous television documentaries of all time. Richly photographed and arrestingly poignant, this long-acclaimed 1960 exposé on the plight of migrant farm workers resonated deeply for a nation unfamiliar with such brutally honest depictions of living conditions that, as Murrow remarks, "wrong the dignity of man. " Smartly televised to millions of Americans the day after Thanksgiving to better tap into their emotions, Murrow's indispensable classic led to permanent changes in the laws protecting workers' rights. DVD Features: Murrow Biography; Timeline of Events; Interactive Menus; Scene Selection.
Release date: 2006-08-29
Run time: 110 min.
List Price: $14.95
Price: $7.67
Review Mein Kampf - My Struggle / Arts Magic:Utilizing rare footage found in Nazi archives at the end of World War II, this documentary presents a comprehensive and disturbing look at the rise of the Nazi party. The emergence of Hitler from an impoverished crank living in a flophouse to a man backed politically by rich industrialists as well as the German masses is portrayed with a wealth of archival photographs and films. Though first considered to be a joke, Hitler and cronies such as Goering and Himmler soon found themselves taken seriously, and this documentary shows how their cunning political skills, backed with the thuggery of their Brown Shirt followers, gradually established Hitler as a dictator. The eventual outbreak of war is depicted with dramatic film shot by the Nazis, which includes particularly chilling footage of a conflict that was shrouded in mystery until the war had ended, the massacre of Poles and others in territory swept over by the blitzkrieg. The madness and astounding violence that swept Europe is very well documented right up to Hitler's last public appearance, when he greeted boys who had been fighting for the doomed German war machine in the final months of the war. A second biographical documentary, Adolf Hitler, appears as a bonus feature on the DVD. -Robert J. McNamara Mein Kampf (My Struggle) is the book written by Adolf Hitler in which he laid out his political philosophy. Regarded inside Germany as the bible of National Socialism it was an accurate blueprint of what he aspired to accomplish when in power. After its publication few readers believed that Hitler intended to carry out every phrase of his literal program. [+]In this film everything is taken from original footage and actually happened in our time. It tries to answer the burning questions what happened during this terrible time in our history and how was it possible?Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. UPC: 881482309399 Manufacturer No: 93.
Actors & Directors
- Rick Krepela
- Maria Martinez; Popvi Da
Run time: 47 min.
List Price: $19.95
Price: $19.95
Review Maria Martinez Native American potter of San Ildefonso: Plays in all regions (World Wide) / National Park Service Film:Maria Martinez, noted American Indian pottery maker demonstrates the traditional Indian ways in pottery making, beginning with the spreading of corn pollen before clay is gathered. Also shown are the mixing of the clay, construction of pottery, hand decorating and building of the firing mound. BONUS FEATURE PABLITA VELARDE Pablita Velarde a native American Indian and noted painter. Born in 1918 in the Pueblo of Santa Clara and educated at a mission, her artistic talents were encouraged by her teachers. Through her work at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico, Pablita records the traditions and legends of her ancient people so that future tribal generations may know and understand their heritage. Here we see Pablita mixing her own paints from natural earth- found materials, sketching in the wilderness, teaching young Indian children. She captures on canvas, the essence and ceremonies customs, and present day Pueblo life. Total DVD running time 47 min.
Actors & Directors
- Aaron Newman
- Sahar Driver, Larry Everest, David Glick, Robert Gould, Jim Haber, Juhasz, Layeghi, Plitnick, Veiluva Majid Baradar
Run time: 79 min.
List Price: $19.95
Price: $19.95
Review IRAN (is not the problem) / Scary Cow Productions:A response to the failure of the American mass media to provide the public with relevant and accurate information about the standoff between the US and Iran, as happened before with the lead up to the invasion of Iraq. This full length documentary explores events leading up to the escalating situation in Iran while exposing the real motivations behind the current US agenda. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon. com's standard return policy will apply.
Actors & Directors
- Jr. Philip Kunhardt
- Avery Brooks
- Blythe Danner
- Campbell Scott
- Peter W. Kunhardt
- Philip Kunhardt III
- Dianne Wiest
- Sam Waterston
Run time: 60 min.
List Price: $19.99
Price: $11.49
Review Echoes From the White House / Pbs Paramount:Hosted by Martin Sheen, this documentary celebrates the 200th anniversary of the White House with a look at the stories, both public and private, that have unfolded within its walls. The program reincarnates two centuries of power-plays, tragedies, crises, celebrations and victories through the letters, memoirs and diary entries of presidents, first ladies, servants and other eyewitnesses.
Actors & Directors
- Imax Best of Space Collection
Run time: 118 min.
List Price: $23.98
Price: $16.99
Review Blue Planet/The Dream is Alive/Destiny in Space / Imax:The ultimate giftpack of the most popular IMAX space titles, including: Blue Planet, Destiny in Space and the Dream is Alive.
Actors & Directors
- Eve Miller
- Jane Wyman
- Carl Benton Reid
- Michael Curtiz
- Will Rogers Jr.
- James Gleason
Run time: 60 min.
List Price: $19.98
Price: $10.57
Review NBC News Presents - The Story Of Will Rogers (Narrated By Bob Hope) / SHANACHIE:
Actors & Directors
- Matthew Collins (III)
- Marion Ross
- Rocky Collins
Run time: 120 min.
List Price: $24.99
Price: $15.90
Review American Experience: Fidel Castro / PBS Paramount:For most Americans, Fidel Castro is just an aging dictator with a beard who smokes a lot of cigars. But this superb documentary, from PBS's American Experience series, gives a broad and vivid look at the Cuban leader's remarkable life. Though his childhood friends described Castro as crazy and reckless, they also recognized his charisma and ambition. His political aspirations were cut short when he was thrown in prison by then-President Batista, but Batista might have preferred Castro the congressman-instead, Batista's actions turned Castro into a populist revolutionary whose guerrilla tactics overthrew the loathed despot. Castro's reign began with a 600 mile drive across Cuba with his small army; the scruffy leader was greeted with cheering throngs all along the way, for genuine change seemed not only possible but almost within reach. Using a wealth of film and television footage and interviews with writers, former political prisoners, and political analysts from Cuba and the U. S. , Fidel Castro depicts this shrewd politician's career with an even hand. The documentary appreciates Castro's accomplishments and admires his sheer political skill (he's been in power longer than any other contemporary leader besides Queen Elizabeth), yet doesn't shy away from the horrific means Castro has routinely used when confronted with trouble (shocking scenes of military executions may disturb some viewers). Few political lives have been this eventful, touching on everything from the Bay of Pigs to the Iran/Contra scandal. [+]Even those who oppose Castro are astonished by how Castro turned this small island into an international force. Fidel Castro is both a revelatory history lesson and an engrossing personal story of brutality and resilience. -Bret Fetzer Fidel Castro has survived U. S. hostility, an invasion, several CIA assassination attempts and an economic embargo. His face has become an iconic image worldwide, yet the man himself remains an enigma to all but a few. Through interviews with relatives, childhood friends, fellow rebel leaders, Bay of Pigs veterans, human rights activists and journalists, this program constructs an intimate portrait of the most resilient of leaders.
Release date: 2005-02-22
Run time: 242 min.
List Price: $39.99
Price: $24.10
Review The Italian Americans / Acorn Media:Simmers with the vital ingredients of family, tradition, and amore—the essence of the Italian-American experience. Vintage film footage, family photos, and warm remembrances from celebrities, business leaders, politicians, educators, and many others, tell the stories of the Italian immigrant experience. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll rejoice at the universal connections all Italian families share. Includes these programs: The Italian Americans—Actors Joe Mantegna, Stanley Tucci, and Kaye Ballard; author Gay Talese; comedian Pat Cooper; Mary Ann Esposito of television's Ciao Italia; baseball's Tommy Lasorda; and former vice presidential candidate Geraldine Ferraro describe the essence of the Italian-American experience. The Italian Americans II: A Beautiful Song—A tribute to the icons of the culture, from Dante to Sinatra, featuring actors Danny Aiello, Dom DeLuise, Susan Lucci, Alan Alda, and Paul Sorvino; New York Yankees manager Joe Torre; comedian Joy Behar; and Nick Stellino of public television's Cucina Amore. The Italian Passion for Life—That special Italian flair celebrated by opera singer Luciano Pavarotti, actor Dennis Farina, NFL quarterback Vinny Testaverde, television personality Regis Philbin, crooner Vic Damone, and many more. With more than an hour of bonus footage not seen on public television!.
Release date: 2007-04-10
Run time: 60 min.
List Price: $19.95
Price: $19.95
Review Order Castles of the Third Reich / Shannon & Company:An in-depth tour of the Teutonic fortresses and mystic castles of the Third Reich. The program includes visits to Marienburg castle, a favorite Nazi stomping ground and birthplace of the Nazi Ordensburgen, Himmler's SS Wewelsburg Castle, the SS Junkerschule at Bad Tölz, the sprawling Reichs steuerschule at Herrsching plus a complete inside tour of all three former Nazi Order Castles including Krössinsee, Vogelsang and Sonthofen. This DVD features first generation archival film of each site along with color footage of each site as it is today.
Release date: 2007-07-03
Run time: 74 min.
List Price: $24.95
Price: $14.00
Review War and Truth / Cinema Libre:With a wealth of never-before-seen images WAR AND TRUTH examines the predicament of embedded journalists from World War II to the second Gulf War. Staking their lives on their work and just as often having it censored from public view this politically charged documentary explores the dilemmas and determination of these courageous individuals. System Requirements:Running Time: 74 Mins. Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. Rating: NR UPC: 881394102620 Manufacturer No: CLS1026.
Release date: 2003-10-07
Run time: 335 min.
List Price: $19.98
Price: $74.95
Review Major League Baseball - 100 Years of the World Series (Collector's Edition) / Atlantic / Wea:
Actors & Directors
- Joel Tudor, Kevin Connelly, Jimmy Gamboa, Kim Hamrock... Colin McPhillips
- Richard Lehrer
Run time: 90 min.
List Price: $17.49
Price: $16.63
Review Longboard Fever - A Pure Surfing Experience / Dan-O Surfilms:The action never stops in this DVD filled with 1 hour 24 minutes of pure surfing stoke: Kevin Connelly's amazing footwork winning him the MSA Club Classic contest at Malibu; one of the best days ever at Swami's; Cardiff, Rincon, and even the Wedge going off; Joel Tudor free-surfing Cardiff and styling his way to victory at the US Open at Huntington; and an hilarious section featuring a radio a controlled surfer ripping HUGE (to him) gnarlburgers. "Longboard Fever" is a must have. But wait, there's more: the DVD also contains 20 minutes of red hot bonus footage! Go for it!!!.
Actors & Directors
- Treasures of Sacred Art-Tuscan Journeys
Run time: 936 min.
List Price: $99.98
Price: $48.76
Review Treasures of Sacred Art - Tuscan Journeys / Koch Vision:This in-depth program focuses on the rich artistic history of Tuscany from its masterpieces of painting and sculpture to the region s spectacular architecture. This 30-episode series journeys into churches oratories monasteries abbeys and museums to highlight the works of such important masters as Cimabue Giotto Duccio Michelangelo and many more. Travel back in time and learn how these artists made Tuscany the most important center of Christian art. System Requirements:Run Time: 900 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. Rating: NR UPC: 741952643197 Manufacturer No: KOC-DV6431.
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Nature: Chimpanzees - An Unnatural History, Cuba: An African Odyssey, Blood Diamonds (History Channel), Mandy Moore - The Real Story, History of SEC Football, American Experience: The Golden Gate Bridge, Harvest of Shame, Mein Kampf - My Struggle, Maria Martinez Native American potter of San Ildefonso: Plays in all regions (World Wide), IRAN (is not the problem), Echoes From the White House, Blue Planet/The Dream is Alive/Destiny in Space, NBC News Presents - The Story Of Will Rogers (Narrated By Bob Hope), American Experience: Fidel Castro, The Italian Americans, Order Castles of the Third Reich, War and Truth, Major League Baseball - 100 Years of the World Series (Collector's Edition), Longboard Fever - A Pure Surfing Experience, Treasures of Sacred Art - Tuscan JourneysTop headlines: Obama fights 'Swift Boat'-style ads: Sen. 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