Voted one of the top five Japanese films ever made in a critic's poll by Japan's leading cinema publication Kinema Junp, yet barely known in the West, Yz Kawashima's richly funny multi-levelled portrait of Japanese society Bakumatsu taiy-den [A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era] is a glorious rediscovery. When man-about-town Saheiji (the beloved comedian Frankie Sakai) finds himself unable to pay for a bill at a brothel, he is forced to remain there to work off his debt. However he finds his wit and resourcefulness enable him to turn this situation to his advantage, as he interacts with a whole range of characters, from rivalling courtesans to political activists. Co-scripted by Shhei Imamura (Vengeance Is Mine), it sharply and comically demonstrates the constants of human nature just as it delineates the tumultuous political times (the 1860s, leading up to the Meiji Restoration) in which they lived. The Masters of Cinema Series is proud to present this classic in a new high-definition restoration. Special Features: Gorgeous new Nikkatsu restoration of the film in its original aspect ratio New and improved English subtitles A booklet including Shhei Imamura's tribute to Yuzo Kawashima, and more
Frankie Howerd is one of Britain's most enduring comedians. Having honed his act during WWII to cheer up demotivated troops he quickly established himself as one of the nation's favourite performers. This collection of greatest moments from his TV career confirms why he continues to reduce audiences yound and old to hysteria-induced tears!
This compilation DVD features some of the BIGGEST names of the 80's from Frankie Goes To Hollywood Rod Stewart/Wham & Culture Club to name but a few. With over 80 minutes of classic live television performances. Tracks included are: Relax/Wild Boys/Only When You Leave/Such A Shame/Master & Servant/Talking Loud And Clear/Broken English/One Step Beyond/Brass In Pocket/Baby Jane/De Do Do Do De Da Da Da/Looking For Clues/I ran/Really Saying Something/A Message To You Rudy/I Am The Beat/(She's)Sexy And 17/New Song/Two Tribes/Young Guns(Go For It)/There's A Guy Works Down The Chipshop(Swears He's Elvis)/Banana Republic/What Am I Gonna Do/Do You Really Want To Hurt Me
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When billionaire Jean-Marc Clement learns that he is to be satirized in an off-Broadway revue, he passes himself off as an actor playing him in order to get closer to the beautiful star of the show, Amanda Dell.
The Cool Mikado
Hong Kong legend Chow Yun Fat is reunited with long time on-screen lover Cherrie Chung in this explosive retelling of Peter Weir's 'Witness'. The ever-charismatic Chow stars as a cynical big city cop charged with protecting a vulnerable murder witness from the sadistic killer who wants her dead whatever the cost... An intense hardboiled love story-thriller 'Wild Search' twins nerve shredding tension and incendiary gun play with uniquely compelling performances from the director
Are we alone?Did a flying saucer really crash in Roswell New Mexico in 1947?Was there an autopsy?Has the American government lied to us for nearly 50 years? As part of a comprehensive and objective investigation Alien Autopsy: Fact Or Fiction delves into the famous purported 1947 crash of a UFO in Roswell New Mexico and the alleged government cover-up. Hosted by Jonathan Frakes (Star Trek: The Next Generation) Alien Autopsy: Fact Or Fiction
A woman (Kathleen Turner - The War of the Roses) haunted by a son she has lost encounters a boy searching for a new life away from his abusive foster mother (Cathy Moriarty - Copland). He finds shelter in Central Park - only to discover a world ruled by a terrifying eccentric (Harvey Keitel - Pulp Fiction)...but the mystery that unites them will unlock a memory that could break them apart.Prince of Central Park is a story about a secret that will change their lives forever...From the producers of Executive Decision and Under Siege together with a star-studded cast of Academy Award Nominees comes a timeless story of love and inspiration.
Track listing: 1. Working my way back to you 2. Dawn(Go Away) 3. Who Loves You 4. I've Got You Under My Skin 5. Beggin' 6. My Eyes Adored You 7. Silver Star 8. December 1963 - Oh What A Night 9. Swearin' To God 10. Remember When 11. Sunday Kind of Love 12. Blue Moon 13. Grease 14. Silence is Golden 15. Opus 17 16. Fallen Angel
The Ultimate Gangster DVD: He pulls their teeth out with pliers and chops them up with an axe! 'Mad' Frankie Fraser gives it to you straight. The Ultimate Gangster DVD 2: Relive the end of a gangland era as the UK's biggest crime legends reveal all! The Krays' Geordie Connection: One man's relationship with Britain's most notorious criminals Ron and Reg! Dave Courtney's Dodgy DVD: Gangsters! Girls! Fights and Funerals! Only in the life of Dave Courtney..
This is the story of Ponyo a little fish from the sea who stuggles to realise her dream of living with a boy named Sosuke. It also tells of how five-year old Sosuke manages to keep a most solemn promise. Ponyo places Hans Christian Anderson's The Little Mermaid in a contemporary Japanese setting. It is a tale of childhood love and adventure - Hayao Miyazaki. The latest film from the internationally acclaimed Studio Ghibli (Spirited Away Howl's Moving Castle) encapsulates everything that makes the studio's output so unique. Breathtaking animation combined with thrilling storytelling makes this another worthy addition to the Ghibli catalogue.
A family in Colorado live an idyllic life in their quiet neighbourhood until it is threatened with destruction as Alex discovers that a dangerous woman from his past is out to find him.
Pinocchio (1940): Pinocchio a wooden puppet is brought to life by the Blue Fairy with the promise that he can become a real boy if he proves himself worthy. Pinocchio is led astray by the wicked Honest John and his companion Gideon who turn him over to an evil puppeteer Stromboli. Pinocchio is sent to Pleasure Island where wicked boys are turned into donkeys but he escapes with the aid of his friend and conscience Jiminy Cricket and eventually redeems himself by saving his father Geppetto who has been swallowed by Monstro the whale. The Blue Fairy rewards Pinocchio by turning him into a real boy. The Jungle Book: One of the most popular Disney films ever The Jungle Book is a song-filled celebration of friendship fun and adventure set in a lush and colourful world. Inspired by Rudyard Kipling'sMowgli stories Disney's 19th animated masterpiece was the last animated feature that had Walt Disney's personal touch. The jubilant adventure begins when Mowgli a little boy raised by wolves is urged by his friend Bagheera a wise old panther to seek safety in the man-village. Feeling very much at home in the jungle Mowgli resists and runs off. Much to Bagherra's dismay Mowgli meets a new friend with a happy-go-lucky- philosophy of life- Baloo the bear a lovable jungle bum. Together the three buddies find the journey back to civilization anything but civilized! They encounter a crazy orangutan the hypnotic and sly snake Kaa and the menacing Shere Khan!
Includes the double disc editions of 'Gladiator' 'Black Hawk Down' and 'Hannibal'. Gladiator: The great Roman General Maximus (Russell Crowe) has once again led the legions to victory on the battlefield. The war won Maximus dreams of home wanting only to return to his wife and son; however the dying Emperor Marcus Aurelius (Richard Harris) has one more duty for the general - to assume the mantle of his power. Jealous of Maximus' favor with the emperor the heir to the throne Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix) orders his execution - and that of his family. Barely escaping death Maximus is forced into slavery and trained as a gladiator in the arena where his fame grows. Now he has come to Rome intent on avenging the murder of his wife and son by killing the new emperor; Commodus... Black Hawk Down: Action adventure about the disastrous mission in Somalia on October 3 1993 where nearly 100 U.S. Army Rangers commanded by Capt. Mike Steele were dropped by helicopter deep into the capital city of Mogadishu to capture two top lieutenants of a Somali warlord which leads to a large and chaotic firefight between the Rangers and hundreds of Somali gunmen which destroys two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters... Hannibal: Having escaped the asylum in 'Silence of the Lambs' Dr Lecter goes into hiding in Florence. Back in America Mason Verger an old victim of the doctor's seeks revenge. Disfigured and confined to a life-support system he plans to draw Lecter out of his hiding place using the one thing he truly cares for: Clarice Starling...
There are probably only 3 or 4 movies ever made that depict the tunes the music and the lifestyle of the 50's: featuring the man Alan Freed (Mr Rock 'N' Roll) the music of Chuck Berry The Platters Frankie Lymon and many more if you want a real Rock 'N' Roll evening at home then this DVD is a must!
Racking up over 25 Top 40 hits with The Four Seasons - and more as a solo artist - Frankie Valli remains one of America's more enduring performers. Recorded live at Chicago's Park West Club in 1982 this 20th anniversary gig is a celebratory romp through their career Vallis incredible triple-octave range piercing the likes of Sherry and Big Girls Don't Cry with his trademark falsetto. Tracklisting: 1. Dawn 2. Who Loves You 3. Grease 4. Our Day Will Come 5. My Eyes Adored You 6. Medley 01 7. Sunday Kind Of Love 8. Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You 9. Medley 02 10. Medley 03 11. Medley 04 12. Stay 13. Let's Hang On
Dave Courtney's Gangland UK: Throughout history UK gangsters have led a fascinating lifestyle commanding both fear and respect. Notorious villains like the Krays Charles Bronson Ronnie Biggs and Mad Frankie Fraser have now become household names yet little is really known about what actually goes on deep within the criminal underworld. Known as the yellow pages of crime Dave Courtney attempts to set the record straight with a fascinating and sometimes shocking insight int
Comedy Heroes: Frankie Howerd
Ricky Brown went looking for his hero and found himself. In America Brown a coming of age drama high school football star Ricky Brown (Ryan Kwanten) flees his hometown in West Texas to start a new life in New York City. He turns up on the doorstep of John Cross (Hill Harper) the last great quarterback from his hometown where he begins to cope with the accidental death of his older brother Daniel (Michael Rapaport) and the lingering pressures of a small town's football-crazed culture. As Ricky explores New York he finds solace and affection from an outspoken charming young waitress named Vera (Natasha Lyonne). On the surface Vera and Ricky are polar-opposite archetypes yet there's something about them that seems perfectly matched. After an emotional journey to New York Ricky returns to West Texas to confront what forced him to flee and finds personal forgiveness and acceptance.
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