Marlon Brando directs and stars in this western tale of betrayal and revenge. Brando stars as Johnny Rio, a man betrayed by his best friend, Dad, and sentenced to serve five years in prison. On his release he seeks out his nemesis (now sheriff of Monterey) and seduces his step-daughter, leading the Sheriff to throw him back into prison. His ire now stoked even more, Johnny seeks out Dad for the final showdown.
Two park rangers must defend their turf against hordes of rampaging orcs.
As fresh, engaging and original as it was when it was first released over 15 years ago, Tim Burtons The Nightmare Before Christmas is a showcase not just for the creative work of Mr Burton himself, but also the directorial genius of Henry Selick. For while its often assumed that Burton directed the film, its actually Selick behind the camera calling the shots. The same Henry Selick, incidentally, who directed the equally stunning Coraline more recently. Thats a film worth picking up too. But its, with some justification, Tim Burtons The Nightmare Before Christmas for which hes best known. It almost feels like a timeless tale already, as Jack Skellington, bored of arranging his usual successful Halloween, has a stab at Christmas instead. As you might expect, things dont go quite to plan, which gives Selick and Burton the chance to introduce a macabre set of terrific characters. And, set to some superb music from Danny Elfman, one of the more unusual festive fairytales goes about its business. And for such a visually striking film, Tim Burtons The Nightmare Before Christmas benefits heavily from high definition. The attention to detail with the stop motion animation is gloriously highlighted here, and with Elfmans aforementioned music eating up the breadth of the soundstage afforded by Blu-ray, its a genuine home cinema treat. Its also the kind of film that, as the past 15 years have proven, is set to be spun again and again. And this Blu-ray edition is unquestionably the best version of it you can have in your home. Whether you find it a Halloween or a Christmas treat, its strongly recommended. --Jon Foster
Discover the world of Bears and experience a fascinating encounter with one of natures most inspiring and misunderstood creatures. From a past steeped in mythology to a future shrouded in un certainty this film contains stunning footage of these enterprising omnivores in the full glory of their varied natural habitats. Come closer than ever before to polar bears on the Arctic tundra black bears in Montana and grizzlies in Alaska as they struggle to raise their cubs and most importantly to survive in an increasingly human dominated world. Learn the specific challenges facing each of these species and why protecting them benefits wildlife and people everywhere. With its incredible footage and concise history of the bear in mythology and history this is sure to inspire all viewers.
Perception: Our day-in day-out world is real. Reality: That world is a hoax an elaborate deception spun by all-powerful machines of artificial intelligence that control us. Keanu Reeves and Laurence Fishburne lead the fight to free humankind in The Matrix the see-and-see-again cyber thriller written and directed by the Wachowski brothers. The story sears the special effects stake out new moviemaking territory - the movie flat-out rocks.
3D Guide to Bellydancing is a dazzling series that transforms the dance tutorial into a fascinating and exciting 3D spectacle. Pesented by Laura Scimone, this series combines essential tutorials, show dances the history of belly dancing, lifestyle and all the glitz and glamour the world od belly dancing offers. Episode 1 of 6: Laura Scimone presents an introduction to belly dancing with Tara and Sahara as her students. The series begins with a basic warm-up and foundation hip work. We cover posture, learn how to use our first prop, and Laura takes us through a tantalizing routine. Episode 2 of 6: Laura Scimone, Tara and Sahara introduce the viewer to the chest lift and drop. Moves rom the previous episode are expanded upon and we begin our enlightening study of the art of belly dancing make-up. Forthcoming discs - Intermediate and Advanced - will help you prefect and develope what you have learned.
The culmination of one of the greatest careers in film history F. W. Murnau's Sunrise blends a story of fable-like simplicity with unparalleled visual imagination and technical ingenuity. Invited to Hollywood by William Fox and given total artistic freedom on any project he wished Murnau's tale of the idyllic marriage of a peasant couple (George O'Brien and Janet Gaynor) threatened by a Machiavellian seductress from the city (Margaret Livingston) created a milestone of film expressionism. Made in the twilight of the silent era it became both a swan song for a vanishing medium and one of the few films to instantly achieve legendary status. Winner of three Oscars for Best Actress (Gaynor) Cinematography and a never-repeated award for Unique and Artistic Picture its influence and stature has only grown with each passing year. The Masters of Cinema Series is proud to present a new 2-disc special edition of the film including an all-new alternate version recently discovered in a Czech archive of a higher visual quality than any other known source.
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Set in the Roman chariot days of films like 'Ben Hur' and 'Spartacus' and in which a Roman general is the presiding Caesar's most fearsome and respected warrior. When Caesar Aurelius Marcus dies suddenly his son Commodus imprisons General Maximus - the most successful and popular of his late father's court. Maximus finds himself in the gladiators arena fighting for his life - but soon becomes triumphant and the most famed gladiator of the time. He then uses his influence to weaken Commodus' weak grasp on the Roman Empire. Threatened Commodus challenges Maximus to a trial in the Arena... Special Features: Theatrical Feature Commentary Extended Feature Commentary Visions from the Elysium Topic Maker Intro by Ridley Scott Scrolls of Knowledge Are You Not Entertained Behind the Scene Historical Pod
Adrenaline Rush: The Science Of Risk takes a look at the world of sky diving and base jumping-parachuting from buildings bridges or cliffs. While providing breath taking views of sky diving over the Florida Keys the Mojave Desert and in the magnificent Ffjordsof Norway this giant screen experience explores the psychological and physiological forces behind risk-taking and the physics involved in these activities. In doing so it also shows how risk-taking is part of every day life.
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