Brutus Jones (Paul Robeson) is a handsome, ambitious and devout churchgoer from the backwoods who leaves to become a Pullman porter in New York City. Once there, he gives in to his newfound world of fast money and loose women falling for Undine (Fredi Washington), the girl of his friend Jeff (Frank H. Wilson). Having failed to pull a quick-buck money deal, Jones shoots craps against Jeff before discovering that the dice are crooked. When Jeff lies dead after a fight, Jones is found guilty of murder and sentenced to life on a chain gang. Desperate to escape, Jones stages a breakout and kills a warder. Making good his escape to a Caribbean island, Jones eventually becomes the Island's ruler: The Emperor Jones. But will his sins catch up with him?This was the film that made a star of Paul Robeson and its significance was that it was the first film to have an African American as its leading man.
The arrogant aristocrat, Alberto Del Rio, defends his WWE Championship on pay-per-view for the first time when he faces John Cena. World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton, battles the highly -focused and extremely dangerous World's Strongest Man, Mark Henry, who's looking to add the champion to his Hall of Pain. Months of personal animosity boils over when CM Punk and WWE C.O.O Triple H clash. Every WWE Championship is defended at WWE Night of Champions 2011.
Their story is written on his arm. If they can get a grip on each other maybe they can turn their lives around. Former hairdresser turned smart-mouthed junkie/loser known as J (Segal) spends his days looking for 'just one more fix' as his lifestyle alienates all those around him... This film is a gritty story of lust greed and deceit with Segal playing small time hustler lurking in the back alleys of the Big Apple trying to escape the self-spun web of treachery that threate
Paul Horbiger movingly portrays the real-life Canio on whom the opera was based. In the opera's premiere Gigli is the Canio. The express the drama he colours his voice far more than any other Canio on film or record.The music in the film breathes beautifully presumably thanks to the conducting of the legendary Luigi Ricci. This is a rare recorded example of his work. (He is remembered as a coach to Gigli Olivero and others and was a composer in his own right).
The incredible story of the Irish 'Rocky' who fought his way back against all the odds to become one of boxing's greatest heroes ! As a young Heavyweight Joe left Ireland to join Mike Tyson in Cus D'Amato's legendary training camp in the Catskill Mountains and became one of his greatest friends. Iron Mike labelled Joe 'The Toughest white Man on the Planet' because he couldn't put him down - neither could Lennox Lewis. With his heavyweight career tragically ended in a serious road accident Joe's life spiralled into decline - he was shot in a gun battle with gangsters and later charged with attempted murder before finally serving time in prison. Back on the streets again Joe put his life back together and at the age of 38 returned to the ring in triumph ! This is the story of one man's battle against adversity and how he wouldn't give up his fight to be recognised as one of The Toughest Men On The Planet!
Carnage reigns supreme at WWE TLC! It's a pay-per-view event that legalises the use of Tables, Ladders and Chairs. This night has already become a highlight of the WWE calendar, so the pressure will be on the Superstars of Raw and SmackDown to up the ante at this year's production of WWE TLC.Former Kliq members Triple H and Kevin Nash face each other in a Ladder Match with a sledgehammer hanging above the ring. Whoever can climb up and grab the weapon can inflict massive damage without ramifications. World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry and Big Show lock horns in a slugfest of gigantic proportions with each looking to maim his opponent with chairs.Plus WWE Champion CM Punk defends his title against both Alberto Del Rio and The Miz in a chaotic Triple Threat Match that will test the physical and mental limits of all three men. The Superstars of Raw and SmackDown present WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs.
A smart savvy New York journalist has just been diagnosed with breast cancer. Facing a daunting array of decisions she confronts her situation with humour and fierce diligence.
This is a tense hostage melodrama set in a bar where a new singer is auditioning. Dick Miller stars as Shorty, a much maligned hanger-on at the Cloud Nine tavern. Shorty's hot headed pugnaciousness comes in handy when a pair of gunmen invade the Cloud Nine and take the patrons hostage to hold off the police.
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
Excerpts from Guillaume Tell Die Meistersinger Beethoven's Ninth Symphony and Schubert's Unfinished Symphony.Includes a 20-page expose: Music in the Third Reich and biographies of the performers by Frederic Spotts.Stupendous performances staged for Nazi propaganda.Includes stunning newsreel footage.
For decades sports-entertainment fans have witnessed the most ruthless and unrelenting Superstars step through the ropes to settle their scores. What happened when the rivalries inside the ring become so intense that ropes, rules books and officials are powerless to contain them? In this 3 DVD and 2- disc Blu-ray set, host Mick Foley takes a look at over thirty years of bouts from WWE, NWA, WCW and ECW in which the 'anything goes' law of the streets takes over and the action spills out of th...
It was a year that began with a historic celebration of a Decade of SmackDown and concluded with recognition of the most intense brother rivalry since Cain and Abel! SmackDown showcased the best athletes on television and unforgettable matches and moments featuring Rey Mysterio Undertaker Kane Big Show CM Punk Edge Jack Swagger and more! Relive The Best of SmackDown 2009-2010 including: The Rock's Return to SmackDown Jack Swagger's shocking championship reign Kane's debilitating attack on his brother Undertaker The high-flying assault of Rey Mysterio 20 great matches including Undertaker vs. CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship an amazing 8-Man Tag Match featuring John Cena Triple H Shawn Michaels Undertaker Randy Orton Ted DiBiase Cody Rhodes and CM Punk; Jack Swagger defending the World Heavyweight Championship against both Edge and Chris Jericho in a Triple Threat Match and so much more!
Tagged Classics double DVDs showcase the best events from WWE's past and are consistently strong sellers. Triple H: The Game: Triple H has become The Game and has risen to the top of the sports entertainment industry. Follow his rise to the top with interviews and insights from other Superstars as well as Triple H himself. The Game talks about his injury and his long painful road to return to the ring. Then follow his quest to become the Undisputed Champion. Triple H's road to WrestleMania is paved with torment. Find out just how tough The Game is and you'll understand why he is that damn good!Triple H: That Damn Good: Triple H is The Game and is That Damn Good. Witness Triple H take on all the best WWE Superstars proving he is the best in the business. See Triple H against Cactus Jack, Chris Jericho, The Rock , Kurt Angle, Stone Cold Steve Austin and even against the CEO Vince McMahon.
The biggest WWE event of the year arrives in Arizona with the most impressive WrestleMania line-up in history boasting four main events! All the biggest Superstars give it everything they've got on sports entertainment's grandest stage. Watched by 72 219 fans live and beamed to more than 100 countries worldwide WrestleMania XXVI was a truly milestone event. Unified Tag Team Championship Match: Big Show & The Miz vs. John Morrison & R-Truth Triple Threat Match: Randy Orton vs. Ted DiBiase vs. Cody Rhodes Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Christian vs. Dolph Ziggler vs. Kane vs. Shelton Benjamin vs. Jack Swagger vs. MVP vs. Matt Hardy vs. Evan Bourne vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Kofi Kingston Triple H vs. Sheamus CM Punk vs. Rey Mysterio Bret Hart vs. Mr. McMahon World Heavyweight Championship Match: Chris Jericho vs. Edge 10-Diva Tag Team Match: Michelle McCool Layla Maryse Alicia Fox & Vickie Guerrero vs. Mickie James Kelly Kelly Eve Torres Gail Kim and Beth Phoenix WWE Championship Match: Batista vs. John Cena The Streak vs. The Career Match: The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels 26 Man Battle Royal
The arrogant aristocrat, Alberto Del Rio, defends his WWE Championship on pay-per-view for the first time when he faces John Cena. World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton, battles the highly -focused and extremely dangerous World's Strongest Man, Mark Henry, who's looking to add the champion to his Hall of Pain. Months of personal animosity boils over when CM Punk and WWE C.O.O Triple H clash. Every WWE Championship is defended at WWE Night of Champions 2011.
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