The Lone Ranger & Tonto set out to bring to justice a band of hooded raiders who have killed three Indians for what appears at first to be no apparent reason...that is until the Lone Ranger discovers from a conversation with the Indian Chief Tomache that each man possessed a medallion whose puzzle points to gold...
This digipack box set features all 39 episodes in colour from the fifth and final season of 'The Lone Ranger' TV series. First aired on the U.S. TV station ABC in 1949 'The Lone Ranger' soon became a family favourite both in the U.S. and in Britain following the exploits of the Masked Man and his dutiful sidekick Tonto in their many adventures to right the wrongs of the wild west. Episodes comprise: 1. Wooden Rifle 2. Sheriff Of Smoke Tree 3. Counterfeit Mask 4. No Handic
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Thematically ambitious and emotionally complex, Clint Eastwood's Flags of Our Fathers is an intimate epic with much to say about war and the nature of heroism in America. Based on the non-fiction bestseller by James Bradley (with Ron Powers), and adapted by Million Dollar Baby screenwriter Paul Haggis (Jarhead screenwriter William Broyles Jr. wrote an earlier draft that was abandoned when Eastwood signed on to direct), this isn't so much a conventional war movie as it is a thought-provoking meditation on our collective need for heroes, even at the expense of those we deem heroic. In telling the story of the six men (five Marines, one Navy medic) who raised the American flag of victory on the battle-ravaged Japanese island of Iwo Jima on February 23rd, 1945, Eastwood takes us deep into the horror of war (in painstakingly authentic Iwo Jima battle scenes) while emphasizing how three of the surviving flag-raisers (played by Adam Beach, Ryan Phillippe, and Jesse Bradford) became reluctant celebrities - and resentful pawns in a wartime publicity campaign - after their flag-raising was immortalized by Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal in the most famous photograph in military history. As the surviving flag-raisers reluctantly play their public roles as "the heroes of Iwo Jima" during an exhausting (but clearly necessary) wartime bond rally tour, Flags of Our Fathers evolves into a pointed study of battlefield valor and misplaced idolatry, incorporating subtle comment on the bogus nature of celebrity, the trauma of battle, and the true meaning of heroism in wartime. Wisely avoiding any direct parallels to contemporary history, Eastwood allows us to draw our own conclusions about the Iwo Jima flag-raisers and how their postwar histories (both noble and tragic) simultaneously illustrate the hazards of exploited celebrity and society's genuine need for admirable role models during times of national crisis. Flags of Our Fathers defies the expectations of those seeking a more straightforward war-action drama, but it's richly satisfying, impeccably crafted film that manages to be genuinely patriotic (in celebrating the camaraderie of soldiers in battle) while dramatising the ultimate futility of war. Eastwood's follow-up film, Letters from Iwo Jima, examines the Iwo Jima conflict from the Japanese perspective. Critically hailed as an instant classic, Clint Eastwood's Letters from Iwo Jima is a masterwork of uncommon humanity and a harrowing, unforgettable indictment of the horrors of war. In an unprecedented demonstration of worldly citizenship, Eastwood (from a spare, tightly focused screenplay by first-time screenwriter Iris Yamashita) has crafted a truly Japanese film, with Japanese dialogue (with subtitles) and filmed in a contemplative Japanese style, serving as both complement and counterpoint to Eastwood's previously released companion film Flags of Our Fathers. Where the earlier film employed a complex non-linear structure and epic-scale production values to dramatise one of the bloodiest battles of World War II and its traumatic impact on American soldiers, Letters reveals the battle of Iwo Jima from the tunnel- and cave-dwelling perspective of the Japanese, hopelessly outnumbered, deprived of reinforcements, and doomed to die in inevitable defeat. While maintaining many of the traditions of the conventional war drama, Eastwood extends his sympathetic touch to humanise "the enemy," revealing the internal and external conflicts of soldiers and officers alike, forced by circumstance to sacrifice themselves or defend their honour against insurmountable odds. From the weary reluctance of a young recruit named Saigo (Kazunari Ninomiya) to the dignified yet desperately anguished strategy of Japanese commander Tadamichi Kuribayashi (played by Oscar-nominated The Last Samurai costar Ken Watanabe), whose letters home inspired the film's title and present-day framing device, Letters from Iwo Jima (which conveys the bleakness of battle through a near-total absence of colour) steadfastly avoids the glorification of war while paying honorable tribute to ill-fated men who can only dream of the comforts of home. --Jeff Shannon
Set in Houston Texas during the 1940's Carrie Watts lives with her hen-pecked son and his controlling wife. Entering the last years of her life she wishes that she could revisit the town of Bountiful the place where she grew up as a child. However her son and his wife are very reluctant to let her go for her health and financial reasons. Carrie decides that an escape attempt is due... Catching a bus to Bountiful she meets and strikes up a conversation with a young woman (Rebecca De Mornay) to whom she recounts the story of her life...
The 2002 Grand Final was undoubtedly the most thrilling ever seen at Old Trafford, a match that ended with St Helens celebrating and Bradford fuming. These were the top two in the table during the regular season, with Saints edging it on point's difference. In the qualifying play-offs the Bulls gained revenge with a two point victory at Knowsley Road. However, the final brought huge controversy as Ian Millward’s Saints reclaimed the Super League crown from the defending champions in dramatic circumstances. Recovering from 18-12 down they leveled the match before players from both sides missed drop-goal attempts until Sean Long's one pointer with just 51 seconds remaining claimed the title. Chris Joynt's voluntary tackle, a disputed video ref decision against Paul Deacon and the drop-goal dramas provided Rugby League fans with enough talking points for the next decade and beyond! The dramatic game and celebrations in full, this is a complete record of the battle for rugby league's biggest prize.
Disc 1 - Season Review2012 proved to be another sensational year. The unpredictable regular season, followed by an unbelievable play-off series, showcased the Stobart Super League at its very best. After 27 games, Wigan inspired by Man of Steel, Sam Tomkins, lifted the League Leaders' Shield. The Warriors only just kept the Wolves from the door though and Tony Smith's Warrington side were the one team to defeat each of the other 13 clubs over the course of the regular season. Interim coach, Mike Rush, guided St Helens in to third spot, while Catalan sent Trent Robinson home with many happy memories, including a sensational win at Langtree Park. Leeds, Hull, Huddersfield and an incredible late run by Wakefield completed the top eight play-off places, edging out Bradford whose brave efforts on the pitch were overshadowed by a season uncertainty off it. Disc 2 - Grand FinalLeeds Rhinos once again proved that nobody does it better when it comes to Stobart Super League Grand Finals. Six weeks after losing the Carnegie Challenge Cup final to Warrington, Brian McDermott's men took their revenge to claim a fantastic fifth title in the last six seasons. Over 70,000 people were inside Old Trafford to witness this latest instalment of Stobart Super League history, which saw the teams locked at 14 points all after a thrilling first half. Warrington edged ahead at the start of the second period, but captain fantastic, Kevin Sinfield, produced another man-of-the-match performance to lead his side to glory. In successive seasons, the Rhinos had triumphed after finishing fifth in the table. McDermott declared they should make statues of his side. Who could argue?
Directed by Peter Hunt (On Her Majesty's Secret Service) featuring a score by Elmer Bernstein unique opening credits by Bond optical effects veteran Maurice Binder and gritty performances by Roger Moore and Ray Milland 'Gold' is a superb adaptation of Wilbur Smith's acclaimed novel concerning a group of greed-driven businessmen conspiring to flood a South African gold mine...
Based on the well known thriller written by the horror author Dean R. Koontz. A group of religious fanatics claim that a six year old boy called Joey is an agent of the devil and set out to destroy him.....
Richard Bradford is ex-CIA agent 'Mac' McGill who now works as a private investigator. He goes from job to job living out hotel rooms with all his worldly possessions in one old brown suitcase... Featuring all the episodes ever made! Episodes comprise: 1. Brainwash 2. The Sitting Pigeon 3. Day of Execution 4. Variation on a Million Bucks (1) 5. Variation on a Million Bucks (2) 6. Man from the Dead 7. Sweet Sue 8. Essay in Evil 9. The Girl Who Never Was 10. All That Glitter
When a life is lost a community is divided... When a black Army lieutenant slain in Vietnam is denied burial in his Georgia hometown's all-white cemetery an Army major (John Lithgow) gets involved. Discovering that the Lieutenant's unit had recommended him for a Silver Star the major seeks information to get the community to accept the man as a hero. What he discovers is that the Lieutenant's own men may have killed him...
Thriller is a fantastic British television series created and written by Brian Clemens (The Avengers). Designed as an anthology series of suspense thrillers it traversed a multitude of different ideas - and guest stars! Episodes comprise: 1. Lady Killer 2. Possession 3. Someone At The Top Of The Stairs 4. An Echo Of Theresa 5. The Colour Of Blood 6. Murder In Mind 7. A Place To Die 8. File It Under Fear 9. The Eyes Have It 10. Spell Of Evil
Bradford Bulls were one of the most successful clubs of the early Super League years, and the 2001 Grand Final was a perfect demonstration of their many talents. Over 60,000 people were inside Old Trafford to witness James Lowes, Brian McDermott, and Jamie Peacock provide the platform for Bradford to destroy Wigan and claim their first Super League crown. The Bulls were guided around the field by Super League's sensational siblings Robbie and Henry Paul, but it was full-back Michael Withers who claimed a first half hat-trick of tries and the Harry Sunderland Trophy with a sublime man of the match display. Bradford would return to Manchester for the next four Grand Finals, but this emphatic performance was confirmation of their place among the very best teams in Super League history. The dramatic game and celebrations in full, this is a complete record of the battle for rugby league's biggest prize.
A tough American Detective is sent to the Swiss Alps to bring back the girlfriend of a powerful gangster so that she can testify against him. The Crooks will do anything they can to stop her..
Taking the well-travelled outlaw hero format of The Saint and reinventing the hero as a Mickey Spillane-like Yank, this tough-edged but trivial detective series stars the brick-like Richard Bradford as McGill as a former CIA man who owns only a gun and a change of clothes (hence the title) and wanders about foreign locales, using two-fisted methods to protect beautiful women or foil dastardly plots. Ron Grainer's title theme is among the best 60s TV tunes, and the intense, serious Bradford makes a refreshing change after so many breezy, unflappable, eyebrow-cocking heroes, but the mix of postcard backdrops, character villains and drama-school totty is much the same as in The Saint, Danger Man, The Persuaders, and their ilk. Volume One includes: "Man from the Dead", in which McGill tracks his supposedly dead CIA ex-boss, with Angela Brown; and "Brainwash" in which McGill is after the traitor who framed him, with Suzan (Dracula, Prince of Darkness) Farmer. --Kim Newman
Mastermind stars Zero Mostel as Japanese detective Inspector Hoku a man filled with delusions that he is a Samurai warrior. Mayhem ensues when he's forced to use all the resources at his disposal to stop international spies from getting their hands on a newly developed robot....
Captain Tom 'Outlaw' is a crack pilot on a secret experimental Air Force programme. He knows he's been trained to hunt and destroy but he doesn't know he's been programmed to kill on command until he finds out the hard way...
Combine a Warrant Officer and two Sergeants with a bigoted town leader a fat sour sheriff and the luscious Ramona and you end up with an hilarious comedy of untold disasters.
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