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- Before Charles Bronson was typecast-ed in Hollywood as the image of a lone killer, he was a major figure in popular cinema during the 1960s and 70s. His enigmatic stone face persona and career in Hollywood are worthy of a second look.
- In this documentary, the life, career and music of Dolly Parton are reflected in interviews with friends and companions and the artist herself, interlaced with clips of Parton's performances.
- Exploring the enduring appeal of TV game shows. An insightful look at the phenomenon of TV game shows, memorable contestant moments and the hosts we played along with throughout the years.
- Biography of iconic rock balladeer Roy Orbison, told through his own words.
- A celebration of Mary Tyler Moore's career, includes clips and comments from friends and co-stars.
- An examination on the enduring appeal of the Irish ballad "Danny Boy" on the 100th anniversary of its publication.
- Featuring the stories behind twenty of the King's most memorable musical moments.
- Trapeze, Spartacus, Sweet Smell of Success, The Boston Strangler, Some Like It Hot. Tony Curtis, the man who influenced Elvis Presley and James Dean, was one of the very first teen idols and one of the last real movie stars. From his difficult upbringing in the Bronx, where he was born Bernie Schwartz, to his unprecedented fame and infamous way with women, Tony Curtis - Driven to Stardom presents Mr. Curtis's life in all its rags to riches glory. Interviews with Tony's family, friends and co-stars (Hugh Hefner, Harry Belafonte, Debbie Reynolds, Mamie Van Doren, Piper Laurie, Theresa Russell, Jill Curtis among others!) along with exclusive footage and film clips are given deeper meaning and clarity by the most honest and intimate interview the actor may have ever given. Here, in the definitive film about Tony Curtis, filmmaker Ian Ayres forms this incredible material into a revealing portrait of one of the greatest Hollywood celebrities of all time Tony Curtis - Driven to Stardom explores the man's rebellious demeanor, his struggle as a Jew in Hollywood, his difficult childhood, the brief love affair with Marilyn Monroe and his failed marriages to actresses Janet Leigh and Christine Kaufman, his courageous stance to break the color barrier with The Defiant Ones (the film that earned him an Oscar Nomination), and his entire six-decade career. A sex symbol, a matinee idol, a powerful and magnetic actor, Tony Curtis was the original movie star.
- Historical photographs and film of the 1962 Seattle World's Fair bring this documentary to life. Seattle's business, civic and cultural leaders and longtime residents tell of the excitement and ambition the Fair ignited.
- The early days of The Beatles, from early incarnations of the band to their final, legendary line-up, their first hit and their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show.
- A celebration of the history and aesthetic of country music that tracks the evolution of the genre from the 1920s to the present, exploring country as both folk and pop music
- The movie offers a fresh and candid viewpoint on life and work behind the famous facade of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
- HOLLYWOOD SINGING & DANCING: A MUSICAL TREASURE is a celebration of song and dance, beginning with the Busby Berkeley films that lifted the spirits of audiences during the Great Depression, through the patriotic musicals of the 1940s and ending with the collapse of the studio system in the 1950s. Hosted by Academy Award winning stage, screen and television icon, Shirley Jones, this "docutainment" film is a grand historical look at the magic of musical Hollywood. Highlighted are amazing songs and dance numbers, little-known facts, and luminaries who made the magic possible such as Fred Astaire, Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, Shirley Temple, Betty Grable, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, James Cagney, Vincente Minnelli, Stanley Donen, Frank Sinatra, Leslie Caron, Debbie Reynolds, Donald O'Connor, Marilyn Monroe, Jane Russell, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Renee Zellweger. Mesmerizing sequences are interspersed with fresh new commentary by Liza Minnelli, Leslie Caron, Debbie Reynolds, Mickey Rooney, Jane Russell, Rita Moreno, Pat Boone, Rob Marshall, Bill Condon, Shirley MacLaine, Tommy Tune, Joel Grey, Smokey Robinson, Patti Page, Tab Hunter, George Chakiris, Rhonda Fleming, Betty Garrett, Marge Champion, Joan Leslie, Robert Osborne, Stella Stevens, Gloria Stuart and others. FILMS INCLUDE: The Wizard of Oz, Dames, Fashions of 1934, The Little Colonel, Gold Diggers of 1935, Billboard Girl, Something to Sing About, Little Princess, Meet Me In St. Louis, Babes on Broadway, Yankee Doodle Dandy, On the Town, The Harvey Girls, Cover Girl, The King and I, An American In Paris, Singin' In The Rain, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Till the Clouds Roll By, Royal Wedding, Damn Yankees, Gigi, Seven Brides For Seven Brothers, Oklahoma!, Carousel and Chicago.
- Bruce Forsyth sings, dances and plays his way around Las Vegas, a place he has been visiting for 60 years, to give the British audience an insight into the legendary place.
- The programme recaptures the early magic and genius of Elvis by documenting his first hit records, TV appearances and films. Using rare colour archive and home movies of Elvis performing live his story is told first hand by those who knew him personally, saw him perform or felt his extraordinary impact. Interviewees include Cliff Richard, Ike Turner, Marty Wilde, Elvis's first steady girlfriend Dixie Locke as well as ordinary fans who queued to have him sign their underwear, even before he was famous.
- Elvis-O-Rama "Elvis-O-Rama" shows a snapshot of the world on the day of Elvis' death.
- Priscilla Presley, her daughter, their family and their friends opened their hearts in the backdrop of Graceland's memories with much modesty and emotion. Rare documents, confessions, excerpts from concerts and movies, archive footage, the tour of the planet Presley in more than four hours.
- The last 24 hours in the life of Elvis are counted down
- As part of ITV's 50th Birthday celebration, a look back at 50 years of amazing news footage brought to British homes by ITN News. A poll was also conducted to find out which item was most shocking to witness being broadcasted.
- From Disturbing Discoveries to Astonishing Arressts, and Tragic Endings. In this tv-special, E! countdowns the greatest moments in the entertainment industry that shocked the American Public.
- This programme takes an in-depth look at the boy and the man who was born to be a legend. Together with rare unseen footage we chart his progress from his poor beginnings, through his teenage years to the eventual meteoric rise of a star.
- Compilation of musical performances featuring Frank Sinatra singing a series of duets with Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, Bing Crosby and Sammy Davis, Jr. amongst others.
- a look at "rock and roll" and other pop music based film of the 1970s.
- TV documentary profiling Elvis Presley, who died 25 years ago.
- A trip through the idiosyncrasies and difficulties of making one of the most tormented movies ever filmed.
- Biography of Jimi Hendrix perhaps the single most groundbreaking guitarist in the history of rock and roll. Examines Hendrix's life and career both on and off the stage.
- Biography of Sam Phillips, the legendary record producer whose Sun Records label in Memphis, TN, produced records by such rock icons as Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash.
- Ringo Starr narrates this compilation of clips from classic "Rock and Roll" films from the 1950s and 60s.
- A retrospective look at the influence of rock music on movies from the 1950's through the 1990's.
- ABC 2000 was perhaps the most elaborate, complex and ambitious televison program produced. ABCNews placed correspondents and production teams on every continent, anchored by Peter Jennings for 24 hours non-stop. ABC celebrated the Millennium by showing viewers the world wide Coverage.
- The first half century of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation from its beginnings under Hungarian immigrant William Fox to it emergence as a major studio.