Explore the birth of the image of ""The New Man"" in human history. Delving into the legends of the Colossus of Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus at Olympia host John Romer demostrates how these monuments projected a new vision of the human form into the popular consciousness. A mammoth figure of ivory and gold the Statue of Zeus at Olympia ruled over the Olypic games. Before this venerable statue lay a huge shallow pool of olive oil which reflected light on to the figure. The Colossus
Rio Grande was the last and least memorable of John Ford's famous cavalry trilogy (following Fort Apache and She Wore a Yellow Ribbon), but it none the less maintains an interesting continuity about the gentlemanly rules of military conduct. Here the focus is on the family. While creating a heated controversy over his handling of the Apache war, John Wayne must also contend with disgruntled wife Maureen O'Hara and estranged son Claude Jarman Jr, a new recruit trying to earn his father's love and respect. Ford suggests that there are two conflicting codes of honour in every cavalry officer's life, the personal as well as the professional, and that it takes an act of heroism to maintain both. It's fascinating to observe Wayne's progression throughout the trilogy, as his personal stakes intensify. This is the first of five onscreen appearances between the Duke and O'Hara, each filled with a competitive spirit and stormy sexuality. --Bill Desowitz, Amazon.com
United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 5.1 ), English ( Dolby Digital Stereo ), WIDESCREEN (1.78:1), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: In a quiet east coast resort, the bright spot is the pier and its theatre run by Norman for as long as anyone can remember. But popular success is no longer enough - the council wants to be rid of the financial burden and brings in Norman's one-time friend Eddie to 'spice up the programming' with increasingly hilarious results. Eddie's arrival stirs up longburied disappointments that Norman, aided by his loyal assistant Sandra, is forced to confront. The lead role of Norman is played by actor Roger Lloyd Pack, in a far cry from the sitcom characters of Trigger and Owen. Norman, who was a teenage fan of Alma Cogan, the most popular and successful female vocalist in the UK between the early fifties and mid sixties, is unable to forget his romantic encounter with the singer nearly fifty years ago. He finally achieves closure with the assistance of Cedric, played by another much loved actor, Keith Barron and his loyal assistant Sandra (Niamh Cusack). One of Britain's best-known actors, John Hurt appears briefly in a jacket-sparkling cameo spot as a congenial seaside show host. ...In Love with Alma Cogan
A librarian begins a passionate affair with a mysterious woman who walks into his library. But then she disappears and he discover that she has three identities - dancer, dominatrix and con-woman. But which one is the real Miranda?
Every episode from all seven seasons of the Golden Globe-winning drama from 'Sopranos' writer Matthew Weiner, set in a prestigious advertising agency in early 1960s New York, where sexism is a way of life and everyone smokes like a chimney. In this highly competitive, all white, male-dominated environment, the indefatigable Don Draper (Jon Hamm) is the top ad executive, but there are plenty of young guns eager to topple him from his perch. Season 1 episodes are: 'Smoke Gets in Your Eyes', 'Ladies Room', 'Marriage of Figaro', 'New Amsterdam', 'Five G', 'Babylon', 'Red in the Face', 'The Hobo Code', 'Shoot', 'Long Weekend', 'Indian Summer', 'Nixon Vs. Kennedy' and 'The Wheel'. Season 2 episodes are: 'For Those Who Think Young', 'Flight 1', 'The Benefactor', 'Three Sundays', 'The New Girl', 'Maidenform', 'The Gold Violin', 'A Night to Remember', 'Six Month Leave', 'The Inheritance', 'The Jet Set', 'The Mountain King' and 'Meditations in an Emergency'. Season 3 episodes are: 'Out of Town', 'Love Among the Ruins', 'My Old Kentucky Home', 'The Arrangements', 'The Fog', 'Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency', 'Seven Twenty Three', 'Souvenir', 'Wee Small Hours', 'The Colour Blue', 'The Gypsy and the Hobo', 'The Grown-Ups' and 'Shut the Door. Have a Seat'. Season 4 episodes are: 'Public Relations', 'Christmas Comes But Once a Year', 'The Good News', 'The Rejected', 'The Chrysanthemum and the Sword', 'Waldorf Stories', 'The Suitcase', 'The Summer Man', 'The Beautiful Girls', 'Hands and Knees', 'Chinese Wall', 'Blowing Smoke' and 'Tomorrowland'. Season 5 episodes are: 'A Little Kiss: Part 1', 'A Little Kiss: Part 2', 'Tea Leaves', 'Mystery Date', 'Signal 30', 'Far Away Places', 'At the Codfish Ball', 'Lady Lazarus', 'Dark Shadows', 'Christmas Waltz', 'The Other Woman', 'Commissions and Fees' and 'The Phantom'. Season 6 episodes are: 'The Doorway: Part 1', 'The Doorway: Part 2', 'Collaborators', 'To Have and to Hold', 'The Flood', 'For Immediate Release', 'Man With a Plan', 'The Crash', 'The Better Half', 'A Tale of Two Cities', 'Favors', 'The Quality of Mercy' and 'In Care Of'. Season 7 episodes are: 'Time Zones', 'A Day's Work', 'Field Trip', 'The Monolith', 'The Runaways', 'The Strategy', 'Waterloo', 'Severance', 'New Business', 'The Forecast', 'Time & Life', 'Lost Horizon', 'The Milk and Honey Route' and 'Person to Person'.
John Inverdale presents a spectacular look at twenty of the greatest matches ever played from the early '70s and the Welsh and British Lions dominance through to the incredible scenes that greeted Jonny Wilkinson's drop-goal to secure England the 2003 World Cup and Ireland's improbable defeat of the World Champions at Twickenham in the 2004 Six Nations. An incredible mix of 5/6 Nations Tri-Nations Barbarians Lions Bledisloe Cup and World Cup matches featuring a host of wonderful tries and dramatic action from the greatest players the game has ever seen. Interspersed with interviews with amongst others Bill Beaumont Gareth Edwards Rob Andrew Brian Moore Martin Johnson and Lawrence Dallaglio this is a programme for all rugby fans to enjoy. Featured games: 1971 - The Lions beat New Zealand in the three-match series 1971 - Five Nations Scotland 18-19 Wales 1973 - Barbarians 23-11 New Zealand. Brilliant! 1974 - The Lions beat South Africa in the four-match series 1980 - Five Nations Grand Slam decider Scotland 18-30 England 1989 - Lions Tour Australia 18-19 Lions after David Campese's pass was intercepted 1990 - Grand Slam decider Scotland 13-7 England 1991 - Grand Slam decider England 21-19 France 1995 - Rugby World Cup quarter-final England 25-22 Australia 1995 - Rugby World Cup semi-final New Zealand 45-29 England 1997 - Lions Tour South Africa 15-18 Lions in 2nd test to secure series 1997 - England 26-26 New Zealand 1999 - Six Nations Wales 32-31 England 1999 - World Cup semi-final France 43-31 New Zealand 2000 - Tri-Nations South Africa 46-40 New Zealand 2000 - Tri-Nations decider Australia19-18 South Africa 2001 - Tri-Nations decider Australia 29-26 New Zealand 2003 - Bledisloe Cup New Zealand 21-17 Australia 2003 - Rugby World Cup Final Australia 17-20 England 2004 - Six Nations England 13-19 Ireland
Graham Chapman (the dead one from Monty Python) writes and stars in the movie of his own life story. Although Chapman selfishly dropped dead in 1989 he had taken the trouble to record himself reading his book and those recordings have now been used to provide Chapman's voice in the film. Fellow Pythons John Cleese, Terry Jones, Michael Palin and Terry Gilliam also turn up, along with a few surprise guest including Cameron Diaz, Stephen Fry and Lloyd Kaufman.
This second series finds Cockney model Lorraine with fading prospects of Tory MP Charles ever proposing marriage - particularly with his aristocratic fiance Sybilla (Patricia Hodge) still very much on the scene. So, displaying a greater spirit of independence, she decides to move far enough out of town to avoid being always at Charles' beck and call; a little reminder that she's still a free agent.
Summer Of Sam (Dir. Spike Lee 1999): In the summer of 1977 Saturday night fever ruled and the first thrashings of punk were being heard. By day temperatures soared on the sweltering streets of Manhattan but by night a serial killer dubbed the Son of Sam stalked the suburbs indiscriminately shooting young brunettes and held New York City in a grip of terror. Trying to make sense of their lives in this overwhelming atmosphere of fear and suspicion are Vinny a streetwise Casanova indulging in affairs under the nose of his loving wife Dionna and Ritchie a punk musician moonlighting as a male stripper. As the murder's actions impact on all their lifestyles they start to suspect the killer might be someone from their own neighborhood - or even one of their own friends. From the controversial director Spike Lee comes his boldest and most ambitious film brilliantly capturing the sights sounds and sexual attitudes of the 1970s. Boston Strangler (Dir. Richard Fleischer 1968): With 13 women murdered Boston is held under siege by a madman. One by one they fall each death more gruesome than the last. The actual murders that rocked Boston in the 60's are the gripping subject of this unforgettable police thriller. The Boston Strangler is one of the most powerful films in its genre with possibly Tony Curtis' finest performance. Kalifornia (Dir. Dominic Sena 1993): Excitement adventure... and unimaginable terror await on the road to Kalifornia. Brad Pitt is outstanding and Juliette Lewis is utterly heartbreakingly convincing in this chilling psychological thriller co-starring David Duchovny and Michelle Forbes. When urban intellectuals Brian (Duchovny) and Carrie (Forbes) set out a cross-country trip to research a book about serial killers they share the ride with a couple they barely know - Early Grayce (Pitt) and his girlfriend Adele (Lewis). Locked in a car hurtling westword the four travelers struggle to find some common ground. But when they finally do connect Early's violent nature abruptly emerges and the petrified Brian and Carrie realise they don't need to go very far to learn about ruthless killers... because they're already face to face with one!
John Denver: Around The World - Live (5 Discs)
It only happens once a year, and in 2013, The Showcase of the Immortals comes to the greater New York City area for WrestleMania XXIX! From MetLife Stadium, the biggest stars in WWE and several returning legends compete on sports entertainment's grandest stage. Last year, fans witnessed The Rock defeat John Cena in one of the most epic matches of all time. Will the People's Champ bring it to WrestleMania for the second year in a row? Plus, John Cena, CM Punk, Big Show, Triple H, Sheamus, and several major Superstars strive to cement their legacies and create moments that will own a permanent place in WWE lore. Special Features include several key moments from Raw and SmackDown as well as the 2013 WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Producer J.J. Abrams takes you deeper into the Cloverfi eld universe than ever before with this mysterious sci-fi thriller. Orbiting Earth on the brink of a devastating energy war, scientists prepare to test a device that could provide unlimited power or trap them in a terrifying alternate reality. Starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, David Oyelowo, Daniel Brühl and Chris O'Dowd, The Cloverfi eld Paradox is the ultimate journey into the unknown.
This is a UK Region 2 DVD ( and Region's 4 and 5 ) released by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment in 2009. The film runs to about 76 minutes and is presented Widescreen ( 16:9 ratio ).
Destined to remain a dubious footnote in books of movie trivia, Lion of the Desert--an occasionally impressive epic from 1981--was financed with a budget of $35 million by Libyan dictator Muammar Qaddafi, who previously attempted the role of movie producer with the critically roasted Mohammad: Messenger of God. This effort didn't fare much better (it grossed approximately $1 million worldwide), and although some of its wartime action sequences are intelligently filmed, it's not likely to gain much more of a reputation on home video. Under a shaggy Muslim beard, Anthony Quinn stars as Omar Mukhtar, the Arab hero and guerrilla fighter who defended Libya against Benito Mussolini and Italy's attempted conquests during World War II. As straightforward biography, the movie's got an admirable epic sweep, but a cliché-ridden script and uniformly bad performances (from a cast that includes John Gielgud, Oliver Reed and Rod Steiger) make this little more than a curiosity for those wanting to learn more about Libyan history. --Jeff Shannon, Amazon.com
Two of the high-priests of horror directors George A. Romero (Night of the Living Dead Monkey Shines) and Dario Argento (Tenebre Phenomena) each pay tribute to Edgar Allan Poe with screen adaptions of the master's most terrifying tales from the dark side. Romero's shock-filled story (The Facts in the Case of Mr. Valdemar) centres on a greedy young wife's bid to trick her dying husband out of his millions and the terror that is unleashed when mysterious beings take possession of the old man's body. The inspiration for Argento's blood-curdling tale is Poe's The Black Cat. Skilfully grafting in chilling scenes from several of Poe's other classic stories Argento's trip into terror tells of a man's cruel obsession with his wife's cat that finally drives him to murder of the most gruesome kind.
Daniel Bryan's wild ride is about to take an extreme turn. Having finally overcome the corporate machine at WrestleMania now the 'Yes!' man must overcome a demonic force. Will demon Kane drag the Champion's title reign to hell or will Bryan overcome the odds once again? Plus today's most dominant faction The Shield must adapt or perish at the hands of the reunited Evolution a stable that boasts 31 combined World Championship Title reigns. And locked inside a steel cage John Cena must battle the new face of fear Bray Wyatt as well as the monster that Wyatt insists is lurking inside the face of 'hustle loyalty and respect' find out who truly has 'the whole worlds in his hands' when WWE presents its most hardcore event Extreme Rules! Featuring: WeeLC Match: El Torito Vs. Hornswoggle Triple Threat Elimination Match: Rob Van Dam Vs. Cesaro Vs. Jack Swagger Two-On-One Handicap Match: Xavier Woods and R-Truth Vs. Alexander Rusev WWE Intercontinental Championship Match: Big E Vs. Bad News Barrett Six-Man Tag Team Match: The Shield Vs. Evolution Steel Cage Match: John Cena Vs. Bray Wyatt WWE Divas Championship Match: Paige Vs. Tamina Snuka Extreme Rules Match for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Daniel Bryan Vs. Kane
1: Pilot Sonny Crockett an undercover cop for the Miami Vice Department and Ricardo Tubbs a New York street cop unwillingly team up to apprehend a Columbian cocaine smuggler in this pilot episode. 2: The Golden Triangle Crockett and Tubbs' assignment as hotel security turns out to be more than just routine when a drugs-related hit leads to a side of Lt. Castillo they've never seen before. 3: The Golden Triangle Part 2 Lt. Castillo must find a way to catch General Lao Li with enough evidence to send him to prison but without endangering My Ying's life who was brought to Miami by Lao Li as a hostage to protect himself from Castillo.
A boxing promoter who shares a church hall with a prudish reverend is the knockout formula for this sparkling Brian Rix farce.
A new teacher squares off against his crusty competitor for a teacher of the year award.
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