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- The Russian aristocracy prepares for the French invasion on the eve of 1812.
- An introduction to the greatest work of medieval literature, which draws upon new dramatic filmed sequences, contemporary images and the work of artists inspired by Dante's epic voyage of the imagination. This film provides the ideal starting point for the study of this major work. Entertaining and informative, Dante and the Divine Comedy will inspire viewers to want to study this work. Featuring: Visual interpretations of 'The Divine Comedy' by the Topiary Dance Group "The Doré illustrations, first published in 1861 " New location footage from Florence, Dante's birthplace " The themes " The plot " The characters " Interpretation and analysis by Professor Zygmont, Dr. Catherine Keen of St John's College, Cambridge, Dr. Simon Gilson of Warwick University, Dr. Robin Kirkpatrick of Robinson College, Cambridge, plus author and leading Dante authority Dr. Anna Lawrence.
- A direct descendant of radio's "Major Bowes Original Amateur Hour" (1934-1946), hosted by Major Edward Bowes until his death. After a one-year hiatus, Ted Mack, who had directed Bowes' auditions, revived the show (which lasted into 1952) and brought the concept to the DuMont Television Network. The at-home audience voted by postcard for the favorite, winning performer(s) each week.
- How a ship having passed the line was driven by storms to the cold country towards the south pole.
- Based on the beloved children's story, Hans Brinker is a fun-filled musical sprinkled with fantasy and excitement.
- Russian ballet version of Shakespeare's tragedy about star crossed lovers from two feuding Italian Renaissance families.
- This program presents the stories of the works of architecture regarded by the Greeks and Romans as the most extraordinary structures of antiquity: the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, The Statute Of Zeus, the Temple of Artemis, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, the Pharos of Alexandria and the Pyramids of Egypt and more.
- George Burns fakes a cough as a ruse to get other celebrities to perform at his one-man-show.
- It was Claude Monet's impression "soleil levant" which gave the impressionist school it's name. Famed for seeing the subtle nuances of color, light and atmosphere in landscape, Monet's great works include "Haystacks" and "Water Lillies". This program features footage from L'Orangerie and from Monet's house and gardens at Giverny plus special film shot at London's Savoy Hotel, from where Monet painted his famous views of London.
- Think of Ancient Egypt and you think of the great Pyramids at Giza - but these incredible structures are not the only treasures left to us by a truly remarkable civilization. This program visits, explores and restores such wonders as the Temples at Al Karnak and Luxor, the Temple at Abu Simnel and more.
- An opera by Benjamin Britten, on a libretto by E.M. Forster and Eric Crozier, adapted from the story by Herman Melville. Billy Budd is a young sailor aboard a British man-o'-war, persecuted by his master-at-arms, Claggart. Accused of mutiny, Budd accidently strikes Claggart dead, leaving Captain Vere with no choice but to hang him.
- August 2011 pageant performance staged by Robert Hossein depicting St. Bernadette's encounter with Mary, the mother of Jesus. Production was filmed at the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary in Lourdes with an audience of 30,000 people.
- Short documentary about artist Keith Haring, detailing his involvement in the New York City graffiti subculture, his opening of the Pop Shop, and the social commentary present in his paintings and drawings.
- The dramatic story of the campaigns of 58 to 53 B.C. in which Julius Caesar and his Roman Legions conquered Gaul modern day France. Caesar's intervention in the brutal Gallic inter-tribal warfare was originally prompted by genuine concern for Italian security, but as the campaign developed, Rome's greatest commander began to hatch plans for full conquest. Remarkably, Julius Caesar's own account of the Gallic Wars have survived to this very day. Superb depictions of life in Gaul in the first century B.C.
- The complete, true story of Patsy Cline's brilliant rise to stardom and her tragic death at the pinnacle of her career. This unique video biography features rare and classic performances; Patsy's hit songs, such as Crazy, I Fall To Pieces and more.
- Queen Elizabeth has witnessed some of the most radical changes in British society's long history, but still remains a much-loved and respected monarch with an incredible story to tell, as well as being an impressive and noble presence in an ever-changing world. This is her story.
- The uncle's illness forces the nobleman Eugene Onegin to leave St. Petersburg for the countryside.
- Japan's great monuments, pagodas and temples are the physical evidence of people steeped in the ways of Buddhism - a stark and fascinating contrast with the famous Samurai warriors and their noble Code of Bushido. Features graphic re-creations and animation.
- Not since Paganini had there been such a magician on the violin. Jascha Heifetz was the first truly modern virtuoso, a man about whom Itzhak Perlman said, 'When I spoke with him, I can't believe, I'm talking to God'. Heifetz was a legendary but mysterious figure whose story embodies the dual nature of artistic genius. The paradox of how a mortal man lives with immortal gifts - gifts he must honor, but which extract a life-long price. Is the man and the artist the same person? What is the price each pays? And who was the man behind the music?
- Thousands of years have passed since the Egyptian Pharaohs of antiquity built the spectacular tombs which are known to history as the Great Pyramids. Yet time has not dimmed their magnificence; even today, visitors from all over the world are awe-struck by their power, fascinated by their history, and excited by the air of mystery which surrounds these unique monuments.
- An introduction for children to the world of ballet, especially designed for ages four through six. It contains all the aspects of a formal ballet class including a barre warm-up, stretches, center practice and across the floor combinations. All of the movements are explained step-by-step, followed by a performance of the steps by renowned dance teacher Rosemary Boross and her beginning pre-school students.
- An intimate look at the extraordinary, often ostracized, and now largely forgotten artwork of Pulp Fiction Magazines. For the first time in a documentary film, we take a look at the world of pulp fiction with exclusive images, and interviews with some of the very artists who created these amazing popular culture masterpieces.
- On a hot spring night in May, the rolling hills of Tennessee came alive and rocked again to the pure country sounds of George Jones, country music's greatest living singer. Fans crowded the stage with hands full of flowers while cowboy hats waved in the air to salute country music's living legend. George Jones, Country Music's Hall of Fame and Pioneer Award winner, is captured 'Live in Tennessee' at a sellout performance in the Knoxville Civic Coliseum. See for yourself as George Jones thrills the audience with 15 of his biggest hits including I Don't Need Your Rocking Chair and the number one country music song of all time, He Stopped Loving Her Today. Experience for yourself the one-of-a-kind performance of the classic songs that have made George Jones famous throughout a career that spans four decades. See why his he is the heart and soul of country music. Introduction by: Alan Jackson Special guest appearance by: Tracy Lawrence and Mark Chesnutt
- In the year 79 AD, the ancient seaside city of Pompeii was buried beneath a mountain of volcanic ash and pumice when near by volcano Mount Vesuvius erupted furiously. More than two thousand of Pompeii's citizens lost their lives. For almost 1,700 years, until its rediscovery in 1748, Pompeii lay hidden - a city and its people suspended in time. Now we can see the streets and buildings almost as they were on the day Pompeii died - an incredible snapshot of Roman civilization in its heyday.
- In the summer of 1964, Gary Lewis & the Playboys started their ascent to superstardom after being signed to Liberty records. In 1965, the band released the single, "This Diamond Ring" which climbed to the top of the pop charts and garnered the band their first #1 hit. Their second single, "Count Me In" went to #2, proving that their success was no fluke. The success of the band continued with 10 more Top 40 hits between 1965-1968 including another #1 single, "Save Your Heart for Me." In 1965, Gary himself was named Cash Box magazine's "Male Vocalist of the Year", beating other contenders, Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley. As part of the Pop Legends Live concert series, Gary Lewis & the Playboys take to the stage to perform their greatest hits and other favorites. As an added feature, Pop Legends Live also takes you backstage for a rare behind-the-scenes interview with Gary Lewis. Includes "This Diamond Ring", "Save Your Heart for Me", "Sealed with a Kiss", "She's Just My Style" and 7 more!