Michael Douglas stars as a feckless middle aged literary professor struggling to live up to his own successful past and sort out his chaotic present in this ensemble comedy that also stars Tobey Maguire, Frances McDormand and Robert Downey Jr.
In 1971 when Carry On at Your Convenience hit our screens, the series had long since become part of the fabric of British popular entertainment. Never mind the situation, the characters were essentially the same, film after film. The jokes were all as old as the hills, but nobody cared, they were still funny. But it's just too easy to treat them as a job lot of postcard humour and music hall innuendo. This tale of revolt at a sanitary ware factory--Boggs and Son, what else?--certainly chimed in with the state of the nation in the early 1970s when strikes were called at the drop of a hat. Here, tea urns, demarcation and the company's decision to branch out into bidets all wreak havoc. Kenneth Williams as the company's besieged managing director, Sidney James and Joan Sims give their all as usual, but it's the lesser roles that really add some lustre. Hattie Jacques as Sid's budgerigar-obsessed, sluggish put-upon wife and Renee Houston as a superbly domineering battleaxe with a penchant for strip poker remind us that in the hands of fine actors, even the laziest of caricatures become real human beings. --Piers Ford
Regarded by some as Federico Fellini's finest work, and the winner of the first Academy Award® for Best Foreign Language Film, La Strada is a masterpiece of 20th Century filmmaking. Sold by her impoverished mother to Zampano (Anthony Quinn), a brutish fairground wrestler, waif-like Gelsomina (Giulietta Masina) lives a life of drudgery as his assistant. After taking to the road with a travelling circus, a budding relationship with Il Matto/The Fool (Richard Basehart), a gentle-natured, tightrope walking clown, offers a potential refuge from her master's clutches. Trapped by her own servile nature, Gelsomina waivers, and Zampano's volcanic temper erupts with tragic consequences. SPECIAL FEATURES: New Interview with director Julian Jarrold New Interview with Peter Matthews, Senior Lecturer, Film & Television, London College of Communication The Guardian Interview: Anthony Quinn (recorded at the BFI in 1995) Giulietta Masina 1955 Cannes interview Audio commentary by Chris Weigand on selected scenes
This Top Gear Special is another epic expedition for Jeremy Clarkson Richard Hammond and James May. This time around our intrepid adventurers travel across the wilds of Burma taking three lorries on what could be Top Gear's toughest challenge to date!
Ruminations on the life of Bob Dylan, where seven characters embody a different aspect of the musician's life and work.
From Academy Award® nominated director Michael Anderson (Around The World In Eighty Days) and starring screen legends Richard Harris and Charlotte Rampling, ORCA, THE KILLER WHALE is a terrifying tale of man versus beast. Initially on the hunt for a great white shark, the obsessive Captain Nolan (Harris) accidentally kills a pregnant orca. Seeking vengeance, her mate begins to terrorise the nearby fishing village in a rampage of death and destruction. Realising that only he can bring an end to the carnage, Nolan sets out on a deadly quest to face his enemy from the deep
In Season 4 fate casts a wide shadow over the Fae world. With Bo's (Anna Silk; Being Erica Ghost Whisperer) return we see the lines between Dark and Light fae blurred causing Bo to venture into a journey of discovery. Bo and company will ultimately realize that regardless of the challenges and enemies they face they're stronger when they face them together.
Karaoke and Cold Lazarus were two television dramas written by the acclaimed TV playwright Dennis Potter. Having been diagnosed with terminal cancer and with less than six months to live Potter undertook a race against mortality to complete two television dramas which were uniquely to be shared between Channel 4 and the BBC. In a televised interview with Melvyn Bragg he said My only regret is if I die four pages too soon. He didn't - and the result is a fitting tribute to a life committed to the creation of some of the finest television drama ever written. Titles Comprise: Karaoke: Daniel Feeld (Albert Finney) is working on a fictional play for television. The play entitled Karaoke concerns a beautiful young woman working in a sleazy karaoke bar run by Arthur Pig Mallion. Fiction and reality begin to intertwine when Feeld overhears snatches of his dialogue in the world around him - and encounters real people bearing his character's names. The lines between the world he has created and the world in which he lives begin to blur - and a desperate struggle to control both becomes enmeshed in his evolving sickness and a terminal diagnosis. Re-writing his will to right wrongs leaving his body to a cryogenics laboratory and plotting to go out with a bang Daniel Feeld is about to write an ending for one world that will have great repercussions in the next. Cold Lazarus: In Cold Lazarus we find the cryogenically stored brain of Daniel Freed trapped in a future world where scientists gather to watch his projected memories. Under pressure from rival corporate interests the scientists fall victim to the tricks that memory can play picking at threads as they try to comprehend how personal histories are written - and can be rewritten. As elements of truth and fiction explosively intertwine will the mind of Daniel Feeld finally be set free?
Director John Sturges reunites with The Magnificent Seven stars Steve McQueen, James Coburn and Charles Bronson in this timeless adaptation of Paul Brickhill's World War II memoir of an audacious prisoner breakout. Stalag Luft III: an impenetrable camp built to hold the most persistent escapees. Under the ruthless vigilance of the Nazi guards, a multinational group of prisoners must work together to enact their daring plan: to break out of the camp, forcing the Germans to divert precious military resources towards apprehending them. But getting beyond the camp's barbed wire fences and gun-towers is only the beginning. Once out, the escapees must make the perilous journey to the border, all the while evading the relentless pursuit of their former captors. Beautifully shot by Oscar®-winning cinematographer Daniel L. Fapp (West Side Story) and featuring a rousing, infectiously hummable score by Elmer Bernstein (The Ten Commandments), The Great Escape remains one of the most beloved Hollywood historical action movies a testament to human ingenuity, camaraderie under pressure and indomitability of the spirit. 3-DISC LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS ¢ Limited edition packaging with reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sam Hadley ¢ Collector's booklet featuring new writing by Barry Forshaw, Neil Mitchell, Wickham Clayton and Mark Cunliffe ¢ Fold-out double-sided poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sam Hadley DISC 1 THE GREAT ESCAPE ¢ High Definition Blu-ray⢠(1080p) presentation ¢ Newly restored original lossless mono soundtrack ¢ Optional lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 soundtrack ¢ Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing ¢ Audio commentary by filmmaker/historian Steve Mitchell and Steven Jay Rubin, author of Combat Films: American Realism ¢ Audio commentary featuring director John Sturges and members of the cast and crew, moderated by Steven Jay Rubin ¢ Theatrical trailer DISC 2 BONUS FEATURES ¢ The Real Great Escape author and historian Guy Walters separates fact from fiction in this brand new interview ¢ The Great Escapism brand new appreciation of the film by Jose Arroyo, Associate Professor in Film and Television Studies at the University of Warwick ¢ The Great Composer brand new interview with composer/author Neil Brand, discussing Elmer Bernstein and his iconic score ¢ Freedom Forged critic and educator Rich Johnson explores the film's place within the war movie canon in this brand new visual essay ¢ Michael Sragow on The Great Escape 2020 interview exploring the career of John Sturges and the making of the film ¢ Heroes Underground 2001 four-part documentary exploring the making of the film and the events which inspired it, featuring interviews with former POWs ¢ The Real Virgil Hilts 2001 featurette interviewing former POW David M. Jones, widely seen as the inspiration for Steve McQueen's character ¢ The Untold Story 2001 documentary exploring the planning and execution of the real-life escape ¢ The Untold Story: Additional Interviews ¢ Return to The Great Escape 1993 featurette exploring the making of the film ¢ Image gallery DISC 3 THE GREAT ESCAPE II: THE UNTOLD STORY [LIMITED EDITION EXCLUSIVE] ¢ High Definition Blu-ray⢠(1080p) presentation ¢ Original lossless 2.0 stereo soundtrack ¢ Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing ¢ Original Trailer
In his film debut singing idol Elvis Presley stars in this action-filled romance set in the aftermath of the Civil War. After hearing his older brother (Richard Egan) has been killed in combat a young Texas farmer (Presley) marries the man's sweetheart (Debra Paget). But his brother returns sparking a bitter sibling rivalry and tragic confrontations with Union soldiers... Featuring four Presley hits on the film's soundtrack including the title track.
The original 2 hour feature length pilot from 1997 has now been updated! With a new score and new visual FX this is a must for all fans of the hit sci-fi series!
Titles Comprise: Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone: Harry Potter learns on his 11th birthday that he is the orphaned son of a powerful witch and wizard and possesses magical powers of his own. At Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry Harry embarks on the adventure of a lifetime discovering a world of magic and fantasy where he is destined to live. Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets: Cars fly trees fight back and a mysterious elf comes to warn Harry Potter at the start of the second year of his amazing journey into the world of wizardry. This year at Hogwarts spiders talk letters scold and Harry's own unsettling ability to speak to snakes turns his friends against him. From dueling clubs to rogue Bludgers it's a year of adventure and danger when bloody writing on a wall announces: The Chamber of Secrets has been opened. To save Hogwarts will require all of Harry Ron and Hermione's magical abilities and courage in this spellbinding adaptation of J.K. Rowling's second book. Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban: It's Harry's third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. More terrifying than his increasingly difficult classes is the fact that convicted murderer Sirius Black (Oldman) an associate of Lord Voldemort has escaped Azkaban prison and could be coming after him... Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire: Beset by nightmares that leave his scar hurting more than usual Harry (Daniel Radcliffe) is all too happy to escape his disturbing dreams by attending the Quidditch World Cup with his friends Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermione (Emma Watson). But something sinister ignites the skies at the Quidditch campsite; the Dark Mark the sign of the evil Lord Voldemort. It's conjured by his followers the Death Eaters who haven't dared to appear in public since Voldemort was last seen thirteen years ago - the night he murdered Harry's parents. Harry longs to get back inside the safe walls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where Professor Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) can protect him. But things are going to be a little different this year. Dumbledore announces that Hogwarts will host the Triwizard Tournament one of the most exciting and dangerous of the wizarding community's magical competitions. One champion will be selected from each of the three largest and most prestigious wizarding schools to compete in a series of life-threatening tasks in pursuit of winning the coveted Triwizard Cup... Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix: Harry returns for his fifth year of study at Hogwarts and discovers that much of the wizarding community has been denied the truth about his recent encounter with the evil Lord Voldemort. Fearing that Hogwarts' venerable Headmaster Albus Dumbledore is lying about Voldemort's return in order to undermine his power and take his job the Minister for Magic Cornelius Fudge appoints a new Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher to keep watch over Dumbledore and the Hogwarts students. But Professor Dolores Umbridge's Ministry-approved course of defensive magic leaves the young wizards woefully unprepared to defend themselves against the dark forces threatening them and the entire wizarding community so at the prompting of his friends Hermione and Ron Harry takes matters into his own hands. Harry Potter And The Half Blood Prince: Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds and Hogwarts is no longer the safe haven it once was. Harry suspects that dangers may even lie within the castle but Dumbledore is more intent upon preparing him for the final battle that he knows is fast approaching.
The true story of the people who refused to say McSorry, and in doing so, changed the world.
This box set features the following films: Seven (Dir. David Fincher) (1996): Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman star in this sinister and gripping mystery-thriller about a pair of homicide detectives who must solve a puzzling series of horrific murders based on the seven deadly sins - Gluttony Greed Sloth Pride Lust Envy and Wrath. A powerful and unforgettable film Seven reveals the dark and disturbing underworld in which evil stalks... Snakes On A Plane (Dir. David R. Ellis) (2006): On board a flight over the Pacific Ocean an assassin bent on killing a passenger who's a witness in protective custody lets loose a crate full of deadly snakes. The rookie pilot and frightened passengers must band together to try and apprehend the assassin before it's just not the witnesses' life in jeopardy... Slither (Dir. James Gunn) (2006): An invasion of slithery slug-like parasites from outer space arriving via meteorite in the redneck town of Wheelsy South Carolina where they turn most of the local yokels into flesh-eating zombies...
He never fought a battle he couldn't win: except the conflict raging within his own soul. Academy Award winner Sylvester Stallone stars as war hero John Rambo. An ex-Green Beret haunted by memories of Vietnam he was once the perfect killing machine. Now he's searching for peace but finds instead an over-zealous small-town sheriff who's spoiling for a fight. All hell breaks loose when an unjustly imprisoned Rambo escapes and becomes the target of a massive manhunt. Now he must use his cunning combat skills and weapons training to stay alive and outwit his pursuers. Co-starring Brian Dennehy and Richard Crenna First Blood is an explosive action-thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final powerful frame.
Larry David has it all - money security famous friends a nurturing wife a devoted agent a new oceanfront home. So why is he still so intent on making a mess out of his life? Just because you've made it doesn't mean you've got it made. Curb Your Enthusiasm folks - it's the HBO comedy series starring Larry David... as Larry David! Episodes Comprise: 1. The Larry David Sandwich 2. The Bowtie 3. The Christ Nail 4. Kamikaze Bingo 5. Lewis Needs A Kidney 6. The Smoking Jacket
TAKE THE PERFECT ROAD TRIP... THEN DOUBLE IT. Back in the day, when Jeremy and Richard embarked on a thousand-mile pilgrimage from Monza to Monaco in Perfect Road Trip 1, with 20 cars, 2 boats, one motorbike and a dream, they never imagined they'd have to do it a second time, let alone top it. The main aim for their second 'perfect' Road Trip was to not get arrested and banned from driving in France again. Tough challenge. So the boys headed to the sun-drenched Mediterranean, home to the most glorious roads and stunning scenery, where they unleashed all the power they could muster to undertake some truly ridiculous challenges and hilarious stunts; all culminating in a strangely literal car race on the magical island of Capri. Even The Stig makes an appearance to create havoc for the haphazard pair. A Perfect Road Trip wouldn't be complete without some perfect machinery. Here's a selection of cars that feature: the Bugatti Veyron, Pagani Huayra, Lamborghini Aventador Roadster, Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, Mercedes SLS AMG Black, Jaguar F-Type R, Porsche Cayman S, Model T Ford, Aston Martin Vanquish, Bentley Continental GTC V8, Rolls Royce Phantom coupe, BAC Mono, Lamborghini Huracan, 900bhp hybrid McLaren P1, plus 2 classic 1960s Alfa Romeos and 2 Ford Capris. When you think of Clarkson and Hammond, the word 'perfect' doesn't exactly come to mind. Until now... Perfect escape. Perfect entertainment. The perfect pair in perfect cars on two perfect trips.
Photographer Philippe Halsman became one of the most sought-after celebrity portrait artists of his generation creating memorable images of famous personalities often jumping in midair for LIFE magazine. Before coming to the U.S. however Halsman suffered a terrible fate. Set in 1928 Austria Jump brings us the true story of the first trial of a Jew by the Nazi government. Philippe Halsman and his bullying father Morduch share a troubled relationship which turns increasingly sour as the two embark upon a hiking tour in Austria. When Morduch is found murdered Philippe is charged and convicted of the crime. Is the assumption of guilt based on strong evidence or on the Halsman family's Jewish faith?
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