Clive Donner's (The Caretaker) modish and glossy swinging Sixties comedy follows the sexual exploits of irrepressible teenager Jamie (Barry Evans) who is full of adolescent energy obsessed by sex and determined to lose his virginity. Based on the book by respected British author and journalist Hunter Davies (The Beatles authorized biography) and with music by The Spencer Davies Group and Traffic Here We Go Round The Mulberry Bush caused a considerable stir when first released due to its taboo-busting portrayal of permissive 60s society and is now rightly regarded as a definitive British coming-of-age film. Unavailable in any format since its initial theatrical run this lost cult classic now receives its home video premier in High-definition.
By the time Alfred Hitchcock's second-to-last picture came out in 1972, the censorship restrictions under which he had laboured during his long career had eased up. Now he could give full sway to his lurid fantasies, and that may explain why Frenzy is the director's most violent movie by far--outstripping even Psycho for sheer brutality. Adapted by playwright Anthony Shaffer, the story concerns a series of rape-murders committed by suave fruit-merchant Bob Rusk (Barry Foster), who gets his kicks from throttling women with a necktie. This being a Hitchcock thriller, suspicion naturally falls on the wrong man--ill-tempered publican Richard Blaney (Jon Finch). Enter Inspector Oxford from New Scotland Yard (Alex McCowan), who thrashes out the finer points of the case with his wife (Vivian Merchant), whose tireless enthusiasm for indigestible delicacies like quail with grapes supplies a classic running gag.Frenzy was the first film Hitchcock had shot entirely in his native Britain since Jamaica Inn (1939), and many contemporary critics used that fact to account for what seemed to them a glorious return to form after a string of Hollywood duds (Marnie, Torn Curtain, Topaz). Hitchcock specialists are often less wild about it, judging the detective plot mechanical and the oh-so-English tone insufferable. But at least three sequences rank among the most skin-crawling the maestro ever put on celluloid. There is an astonishing moment when the camera backs away from a room in which a murder is occurring, down the stairs, through the front door and then across the street to join the crowd milling indifferently on the pavement. There is also the killer's nerve-wracking attempt to retrieve his tiepin from a corpse stuffed into a sack of potatoes. Finally, there is one act of strangulation so prolonged and gruesome it verges on the pornographic. Was the veteran film-maker a rampant misogynist as feminist observers have frequently charged? Sit through this appalling scene if you dare and decide for yourself. --Peter Matthews
The thrillers of Edgar Wallace one of the twentieth century s most successful crime novelists have been widely adapted for film and television, with the most memorable adaptation being the Edgar Wallace Mysteries series made at Merton Park Studios during the first half of the 1960s. A noir-esque series, it updates some of the author s stories to more contemporary settings, blending classic B-movie elements with a distinctly British feel. Transferred from the original film elements, all 47 films are included in this anthology set alongside a wealth of special features. SPECIAL FEATURES Urge to Kill a non-Wallace story that was included in syndication packages as an Edgar Wallace Mystery Seven films made by Independent Artists Ltd during the same period as the Merton Park films two of which were from Wallace stories Exclusive booklet by author and critic Kim Newman Image galleries PDF material
This delighful Irish comedy feautures the first original screenplay by "The Commitments" author Roddy Doyle, and tells of shy movie buff Brendan's attempts to woo the outgoing Trudy.
A huge man with an equally huge talent Barry White was rarely out of the top twenty sellers in the late 70s delivering hit after colossal hit with a unique style and tone. His rich bass voice combined with lush string arrangements produced classic love anthems that topped the charts across the globe and a disco-funk sound that packed dance floors and still does. Tracklisting: 1. Never Never Gonna Give You Up 2. What Am I Gonna Do With You Baby 3. Playing Your Game Baby 4. Love Unlimited - Under The Influence Of Love 5. You See The Trouble With Me 6. You're The First The Last My Everything 7. I Wanna Do It Good To Ya 8. Love Unlimited - It May Be Winter Outside (But In My Heart It's Spring) 9. Just The Way You Are 10. Can't Get Enough Of Your Love Babe 11. Let The Music Play 12. Love Unlimited - I Belong To You 13. I've Found Someone 14. I'm Gonna Love You Just A Little More Babe
Based on the novel of the same name by Hunter Davies this glossy coming-of-age comedy directed by Clive Donner (The Caretaker) follows the exploits of sex-obsessed Jamie (Barry Evans - Adventures of a Taxi Driver Mind Your Language) as he attempts to join the Swinging Sixties set and lose his virginity by seducing the local girls. This fun-filled fantasy is populated with many famous faces of the time including Judy Geeson (To Sir with Love 10 Rillington Place) Denholm Elliott (Bad Timing Brimstone & Treacle) Nicky Henson (Witchfinder General Psychomania) Extras: Complete uncensored presentation of main feature Alternative censored sequences (10 mins) Because That Road is Trodden (Tim King 1969 23 mins): dream-like confessional about the fantasies of a public schoolboy Stevenage (Gordon Ruttan 1971 21 mins): documentary celebration of Britain's first New Town and the setting for Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush
Lizzie Hunt has served her time: ten long years for the murder of her husband during an alcoholic blackout. Free at least and still with no recollection of what happened that fateful night Lizzie returns to her Irish hometown to discover that people are not willing to forgive her and help her make a fresh start. An old flame the local police officer is the only person who holds out an olive branch to Lizzie and as their relationship rekindles he helps her rebuild her shattered
Apache Rifles: A young cavalry officer is assigned the job of bringing in a band of Apaches who have been terrorizing the countryside. Days Of Jessie James: Roy Rogers is sent to investigate a recent bank robbery believed to have been carried out by the 'James Gang'. Roy manages to join the posse and finds out that Jesse and the boys did not commit the crime. Now he must uncover who in fact did rob the bank... Riders Of The Whistling Pines: When an insect plague ravages the forest evil loggers plan on harvesting protected land. They murder a forest ranger so they can carry out the plan and they frame Gene Autry for the crime. Autry is cleared but the loggers' devious plan continues when they spray the forest to kill the insects yet wind up killing much of the wildlife too. Autry must step in and utilize his patented brand of cowboy justice.
After several people and a dog are found dead in their closets a 'mild mannered' reporter a college professor her son and a befuddled professor band together to uncover the mystery but not without involving the U.S. Army and creating mass panic!
A Barry White concert was an experience for the whole audience and this DVD captures the love and the atmosphere that this giant of a man evoked.A huge man with equally huge talent Barry White was rarely out of the top twenty sellers in the late 70s delivering hit after hit produced to a formula that was uniquely his. Born in Galveston in 1945 and cutting his musical teeth singing gospel his first experience of a recording studio was at just eleven playing piano for Jesse Belvin on ""Goodnight My Love"". His work as a producer brought him in contact with all girl group ""Love Unlimited"" and his voice appeared briefly on their debut single ""Walking in the Rain"".Signing to 20th Century Records in 1973 started an amazing career with the formation of the Love Unlimited Orchestra and Barry White becoming a solo artist.His soulful gravelly voiced vocals combined with lush string arrangements became his trademark and anthems for lovers across the globe rewarding Barry with hundreds of Gold Silver and Platinum Albums.Tracklisting:1. Introduction2. Never Gonna Give You Up3. What Am I Gonna Do With You4. Playing Your Game Baby5. I'm Under The Influence of Love - Love Unlimited6. You See The Trouble With Me7. You're The First The Last My Everything8. I Wanna Do It Good To Ya9. It May Be Winter Outside - Love Unlimited10. Just The Way You Are11. Can't Get Enough Of Your Love Babe12. Let The Music Play13. I Belong To You - Love Unlimited14. I've Found Someone15. I'm Gonna Love You Just A Little Bit More Babe
""Lots of Fun!"" - Los Angeles Times. Written and directed by Kevin Williamson (Scream Scream 2 TV's Dawson's Creek) Teaching Mrs. Tingle is a cool cutting-edge comedy starring Hollywood's hottest young talent! Leigh Ann Watson (Katie Holmes - TV's Dawson's Creek Go Disturbing Behavior) is the brightest girl at Grandsboro High...but her dreams of a much-needed college scholarship are sabotaged when her history teacher the dreaded Mrs. Tingle (Helen Mirren - The Madness of King
Tracklist: 1. Never Gonna Give You Up 2. What Am I Gonna Do With You Baby 3. Playing Your Game Baby 4. I'm Under The Influence Of Love 5. You See The Trouble With Me 6. You're The First The Last My Everything 7. I Wanna Do It Good To Ya 8. It Maybe Winter Outside 9. Just The Way You Are 10. Can't Get Enough Of Your Love Baby 11. Let The Music Play 12. I Belong Yo You 13. I've Found Someone 14. I'm Gonna Love You Just A Little More Babe 15. Black And White
A sensational DVD showing 'the maestro' in concert performing 16 of his favourite songs such as 'You're The First The Last My Everything' and 'Let The Music Play' plus a superb 32 page book detailing the life of a musical legend.
Auguste Rodin is acknowledged as a colossus that bestrode 19th and early 20th century sculpture. His iconic works 'The Thinker' 'The Kiss' and 'The Burghers of Calais' are so compelling that they've become part of the visual vocabulary. When he dies in 1917 he had become a popular hero of the French and British nations but has his extraordinary fame cloaked his real power? Eight of Britain's leading contemporary scupltors agreed to look afresh at Rodin's work and gauge its influence almost a century after his demise.
Following the sad death of Barry White in July fans old and new are appreciating the music that made The Walrus of Love so popular for over 4 decades. His success was truly international reflected by more than 100 Gold and 38 Platinum record awards. In this unforgettable 55 minute concert filmed in Frankfurt in 1975 Barry demonstrates admirably his vocal talents with unmistakable hits including: Never Never Gonna Give You Up Can't Get Enough of Your Love Baby and Your the Fir
In 1588 a Spanish ship from the defeated Armada puts into a British port for repairs. The dastardly Captain Robeles (Lee) instructs his men to persuade the villagers that the invaders were successful and that the British should bend to the Spanish will. When this fails and an organised resistance is formed Robeles resorts to ever more terrifying means to quell the insurrection while his ship is being repaired...
Barry White is known for his sultry voice, and also as one of Soul music's greatest songwriters and producers. This DVD features Mr. White live and in his prime, accompanied by the infamous Love Unlimited. Recognised as having one of the most sensual voices in music, Barry is captured here performing all his biggest hits. If you are looking to create a romantic mood, or just listen and witness some of the best music ever performed, this DVD is for you!Tracklisting:01. Never Gonna Give You Up02. What Am I Gonna Do With You Baby03. Playing Your Game Baby04. Im Under The Influence Of Love05. You See The Trouble With Me06. Youre the First, The Last My Everything07. I Wanna Do My Good To Ya08. It May Be Winter Outside09. Just The Way You Are10. Cant Get Enough Of Your Love, Babe11. Let The Music Play12. I Belong To You13. Ive Found Someone14. Im Gonna Love You Just A Little More Baby
The Legendary Barry White Live In Concert In Frankfurt 1975 At The His Peak Of His Career. Accompanied By Love Unlimited (Glodean James, Linda James, Diane Taylor), The Female Vocal Group He Formed In 1969, This Concert Features All His Hits Including Loves Theme, Cant Get Enough Of Your Love Babe, Never Never Gonna Give You Up And Many More.
Dallas. 1963. The second shooter. Almost forty years after John F. Kennedy's assassination an ex-Marine named Walter Ohlinger has come forward with a startling claim. I was in Dallas November 22 1963. Does that mean anything to you? I've never told anyone this before: no one knows I was the second gunman behind the stockade fence on what they called the grassy knoll. I fired one shot from there. Shedding new light on the most well-know murder mystery of the 20th century this masterful thriller will keep you guessing right up to the last frame.
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