Documentary

• Madness of Sherlock Holmes | DVD | (08/10/2012) from £12.95   |  Saving you £3.04 (19.00%)   |  RRP £15.99

  Sherlock Holmes is probably the most famous detective in the world. The tales of his exploits have been seen in magazines, books, television screens, the movies and even in computer games. And yet, there is a mysterious side to this fictional character that has eluded and yet drawn us for decades. In a way reminiscent of Holme's art of deduction,this film gets to grips with the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and uncovers an even more bizarre and mysterious tale than anybo...

• Encyclopaedia Of World War 2 - Vol. 7 - Low Countries To Benito Mussolini | DVD | (04/03/2008) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  This gripping documentary of the 20th century's most terrible conflict combines film footage from news services military archivists and ministries of propaganda to bring the war vividly to life. With knowledgeable narration from Patrick Allen this is a one volume of the definitive DVD collection of World War 2.

• A Flickering Truth | DVD | (03/10/2016) from £8.99   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

  Dari-language documentary from director Pietra Brettkelly who follows a group of Afghan film enthusiasts as they attempt to recover over 8000 hours of film footage which had been concealed during Taliban rule. Led by former captive of the Taliban Ibrehim Arif, the dedicated team attempt to unearth the hidden resources and restore some pride to the Afghan film industry.

• Soul In The Hole | DVD | (27/06/2005) from £20.00   |  Saving you £-5.01 (N/A%)   |  RRP £14.99

  Shoot. Score. Survive. Every summer in the thriving subculture of New York City streetball neighbourhood teams congregate in intensely competitive playground tournaments. This summer the team to beat is Kenny's Kings and its star point guard Ed ""Booger"" Smith. Booger is the kind of player one encounters maybe once in a generation; an almost supernaturally gifted player upon whom Sports Illustrated bestowed the title ""King Of The Streets"". The heart of 'Soul In The Hole' lies

• Talking Pictures | DVD | (09/03/2012) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £10.99

  Talking Pictures consists of two half hour portraits of two of the world's leading film directors, Sir Richard Attenborough and the controversial Ken Loach. The programmes are both searching and compelling and succeed in giving the audience a greater insight into what inspires these directors. DVD-R: This title is manufactured-on-demand when ordered from The Canny Store using the highest quality DVD-R discs.

• Joan Miro - Art Lives | DVD | (04/08/2008) from £15.05   |  Saving you £7.94 (34.50%)   |  RRP £22.99

• Westlife - Live at Wembley | DVD | (15/09/2008) from £14.99   |  Saving you £-9.00 (N/A%)   |  RRP £5.99

  Westlife: Live At Wembley

• Houndstar's Owner's Guide To Banishing Bad Behaviour | DVD | (12/05/2008) from £16.16   |  Saving you £-5.17 (-47.00%)   |  RRP £10.99

  The perfect guide to a better behaved dog with animal behavourist claire arrowsmith Deals with all the common annoying problems including: Mobbing visitors at the door Refusing to come back when called Chewing household items Stealing from surfaces Pulling on a lead Toileting Jumping on furniture Barking

• Manufacturing Dissent: Uncovering Michael Moore | DVD | (22/10/2007) from £17.98   |  Saving you £-1.99 (-12.40%)   |  RRP £15.99

  Manufacturing Dissent is a documentary that seeks to separate fact, fiction and legend. Two Canadian filmmakers track Michael Moore on tour during the release of the explosive Fahrenheit 9/11, chronicling the politically supercharged climate in America that has fuelled Moore's transition from filmmaker to icon of the political left. The film raises interesting questions about Moore's reseach, filmmaking and his presentation of the truth. The DVD contains previously unseen material and include...

• Prince - The Glory Years | DVD | (12/11/2007) from £4.85   |  Saving you £1.14 (23.51%)   |  RRP £5.99

  Prince - The Glory Years is a documentary film which reviews and re-captures Prince's golden age - the 1980's and with the aid of his friends colleagues fellow musicians and other notable contributors helps discover why Prince Rodgers Nelson simply stole the `80s as far as music was concerned.

• The Normandy Invasion - June 6th 1944 | DVD | (21/07/2003) from £13.48   |  Saving you £-3.49 (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  The greatest seabourne assault ever attempted was mounted on June 6 1944. This is the story of that momentous 'D-Day' in which the Allies tried to turn the tide of World War 2...

• Britain's Most Haunted Box Set | DVD | (11/10/2010) from £49.93   |  Saving you £-9.94 (N/A%)   |  RRP £39.99

  For the past 18 years renowned paranormal investigator Richard Felix has been searching for the truth behind ghosts. One of his many projects has been the Ghost Tour Of Great Britain. This box set contains some of the spookiest locations that he has visited. Listen to eye witness accounts as they recall personal tales of ghostly goings-on and visit some of the most haunted sites throughout Britain. You will never see these historic sites in quite the same light again as Richard takes you on his chilling tour.

• Combine Harvesters, Lorries And Tractors | DVD | (12/04/2004) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £5.99

  Combine Harvesters: Each year as farmers' thoughts turn to harvesting the appearance of mighty Combines in fields the length and breadth of Great Britian will always be welcome sight. Today the Combine Harvester is a technological miracle with onboard computers and air-conditioned comfort fitted as standard. These state of the art vehicles have revolutionised modern agriculture and this programme is a veritable celebration of the very best examples of the Combine Harvester in action. The history of the Combine Harvester is also fascinating dating back to the first mechanised reaper patented in 1834 and there will be plenty of opportunity to find out how this remarkable agricultural phenomenon came into being. So sit back relax and enjoy a journey of discovery following in the distinctive tracks of the Combine Harvester from it earliest orgins right up to the present day. Lorries: Looking at the huge modern lorries that thunder along the nation's highways today it's hard to believe that the first mechanically propelled road vehicles needed an attendant with a red flag to walk sixty yards in front of them to comply with 19th Century highway acts. Lorries have certainly come a long way since then! This programme is a fascinating journey of discovery through the ever-changing advances in road haulage and whatever your own particular interest in lorries there is truly something here for everyone. Great nostalgic names from the past such as Albion Bedford Austin Foden Thornycroft and Scammell can all be spotted on parade at a classsic vehicle rally and with a very modern twist in the tail the programme concludes with the very latest in heavy hauling from a driver's eve view. Tractors: There is something immensely satisfying about watching a tractor steadfastly working the land whether it be the trustworthy old family favourite or the most up to date technologically advanced miracle of the modern agriculture. The ancient rhythm of farm life continues season by season....

• Pearl Harbour | DVD | (19/07/2004) from £12.99   |  Saving you £-3.00 (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  The surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour on the 7th of December 1941 shocked the world and drew the United States forces into the Second World War. Did British intelligence and Britain's Prime Minister Winston Churchill know in advance of the Japanese plans to attack and fail to warn the American military of this impending assault? Did the Americans themselves ignore the warning signs?

• The Lancaster Story - Special CD & Book Boxed Set | DVD | (12/04/2010) from £20.23   |  Saving you £-5.24 (-35.00%)   |  RRP £14.99

  As RAF Bomber Command took the war to the enemy under Air Chief Marshal Arthur Harris the four-engined Avro Lancaster reined supreme replacing the rugged reliable Wellington in laying waste to German cities by night. This most successful of all World War II 'heavies' could carry more than its own weight in bomb load including the 22 000 pound Grand Slam Earthquake Bomb - the biggest conventional weapon ever made. And when fearless Guy Gibson led 6I7 Squadron to fame on the low-level Dambuster raid - one of the war's most daring operations - the Lancaster was confirmed as an aviation legend. With recent colour film of 'City of Lincoln' the RAF's last airworthy Lancaster among the wartime footage this is the Lancaster's dramatic story. BOOK: Marshal of the Royal Air Force Sir Arthur Harris called the Lancaster the greatest single factor in winning the war. The Lancaster Story tells the tale of this aircraft from birth to the last operational flights with the RAF in 1956. The evocative Lancaster lives on with the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight also covered here and the book contains fascinating 'Did You Know' facts and a complete listing of Lancaster milestones and Lancaster survivors.

• Real Life Heroes - Spies | DVD | (21/02/2005) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  Three documentaries containing: 1. The Fjord Watchers 2. They Landed By Moonlight 3. They Fought From Within

• Manx Moods | DVD | (22/03/2004) from £10.75   |  Saving you £5.24 (48.74%)   |  RRP £15.99

  All great artists need inspiration be it from a smell a sound or (like the musicians of the Isle of Man) from great beauty. Manx Moods captures the immortal link that exists between the beautiful landscape of the Island and the haunting music that it inspires. Let the music from the finest traditional Manx artists guide you through some of the most picturesque scenery the Island has to offer.

• All New Ultimate Pub Quiz 2009 | DVD | (03/11/2008) from £9.49   |  Saving you £3.50 (26.90%)   |  RRP £12.99

  The Ultimate British Pub Quiz 2009 brings the nations favourite pub quiz related pastime to your front room. Bigger Bettter and packed with over 1200 all new video photo and audio questions that are voiced by our resident quizmaster on subjects like Sport TV Trivia History and much much more. Test yourselves with family and friends to see who is the true champion in this classic pub quiz. It works exactly like the real thing! Play on your own or in teams. 3 difficulty levels to choose from Easy Medium and Hard and you can play either 3 6 or 9 rounds.

• Ultimate Helicopters | DVD | (02/08/2010) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £19.99

  Titles Comprise: Disc 1: Amazing Incredible Helicopters Seeming to contradict the rules of nature the helicopter still fascinates and thrills people all over the world. This DVD documentary special reveals some of the newest technology employed in these amazing machines including a new helicopter that will even fly upside down! Disc 2: Elite Choppers Striking fear across the battlefields no weapon system has become so lethal as the attack helicopter. Witness the incredible firepower of the Apache Kiowa Warrior Blackhawk Cobra and Bolko war birds! Originally shown on Discovery Channel Elite Choppers is a winner of several prestigious awards and takes an in-depth and exciting look at the worlds most elite helicopter units from the U.S. to Israel from Germany to Taiwan.

• Aerial Britain - Oxford | DVD | (07/08/2006) from £16.16   |  Saving you £-3.17 (-24.40%)   |  RRP £12.99

  The historic university city of Oxford is the subject for the next installment of the Aerial Britain series.