Documentary

• Make Up Your Own Banjo Solos | DVD | (26/10/2009) from £31.03   |  Saving you £-4.04 (-15.00%)   |  RRP £26.99

  Sooner or later every player must learn how to create his or her own solos in a jam session. These can be carefully built or improvised on the spot. Pete Wernick teaches how to get the most credible bluegrass banjo sound, from the simplest placeholder vam

• Aircraft Of The Luffwaffe Self Titled | DVD | (01/06/2009) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £36.99

  This is the definitive film record of the Luftwaffe fighters destroyers and dive bombers in aerial combat during World War II. This unique three disc collection includes extensive rare air- to-air footage of the aircraft of the Luftwaffe on combat missions. Also featured are extensive extracts from captured newsreels depicting the actions of the Luftwaffe on all fronts from the campaign in Poland through to the Battle of Britain the Desert War and on to the titanic air battles over France Russia and Germany. Rare wartime footage of the pilots and combat accounts by Luftwaffe veterans is complemented by extracts from original propaganda publications of the Luftwaffe. This superb collection is essential viewing for military history devotees and aerial enthusiasts alike. The paperback book contains selected translated extracts from 'Der Adler' the official Luftwaffe magazine.

• The Greatest Speeches Of All Time Collection | DVD | (17/11/2008) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £49.99

  Seen and heard in this original footage are the dramatic speeches from U.S. Presidents politicians and world leaders that changed the course of history and inspired millions worldwide. Disc 1: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt following the bombing of Pearl Harbor 2. Sir Winston Churchill the world's greatest orator captures the spirit of the British people during WW2. 3. General Douglas MacArthur's Old Soldiers Never Die... speech 4. Harry S. Truman: The Give'em Hell Harry President delivering his fiery political rhetoric 5. John F. Kennedy speaks of new frontiers & the renewed faith in the American dream. Includes his inauguration speech Ask Not & Ich Bin Ein Berliner 6. Rev Martin Luther King Jr. perhaps the most inspirational speaker of all-time featured giving two memorable speeches including his last 7. Robert F. Kennedy interrupting a campaign stop in Indiana to deliver a stunning impromptu eulogy of Martin Luther King shortly after hearing of his death 8. Malcolm X: Controversial outspoken & as poignant as ever delivers a speech in Harlem 9. Richard M. Nixon: I will resign this office effective noon tomorrow .... 10. Ronald Reagan: President Reagan begins and ends his presidency with two of his greatest speeches. Disc 2: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt's 1st Inaugural Address featuring the famous ... fear itself address answers the assertion that he feasts on Grilled Millionaires 1944 Teamsters Union Banquet 2. Richard M. Nixon the future Vice President addresses a TV audience with his 1952 Checkers Speech 3. JFK proposing the 1963 Test Ban Treaty 4. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking at Brown Chapel in Selma Alabama 1965 5. Barry Goldwater addresses the 1964 Republican National Convention 6. Ronald Reagan in support of the Goldwater-Miller G.O.P. ticket 1964 address at the Brandenburg Gate 1987 7. Mario Cuomo at the 1984 Democratic National Convention 8. Jesse Jackson addresses a political rally in Tendley Baptist Church 1984 9. George H.W. Bush following 1991 Desert Storm Victory 10. Bill Clinton commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Normandy Invasion & 2nd Inaugural Address Washington D.C. - January 20 1997 Disc 3: 1. Will Rogers 1932 Campaign Rally with FDR 2. Huey Long on the re-distribution of wealth 1943 3. FD's Second Inaugural Address 1937 4. George S. Patton for War Bond Support 1945 5. John L. Lewis calling for ousting of the Secretary of the Interior 1947 6. Attorney Joseph Welch faces off with Sen. Joseph McCarthy 7. V.P. Richard Nixon &d Nikita Khrushchev at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow 1959 8. Hubert Humphrey during the 1960 Presidential Primary race 9. John F. Kennedy on the introduction of the 1963 Civil Rights Legislation 10. Nelson Rockefeller addresses the 1964 Republican National Convention 11. RFK at the 1964 Democratic National Convention 12. U.S. Representative Barbara Jordan at the 1974 Impeachment Hearings of Richard Nixon 13. President Gerald Ford announcing a Pardon for Richard Nixon in 1974 14. Jimmy Carter on the growing 1979 Energy Crisis 15. President Ronald Reagan at the National Association of Evangelicals Convention - March 23 1983

• British Steam Locomotives: Princess Margaret Rose | DVD | (10/12/2012) from £21.02   |  Saving you £-8.03 (-61.80%)   |  RRP £12.99

  This 'Steam Classics' records the history of Sir William Stanier's first production Pacific locomotive for the LMS railway. After adjust over a quarter of a century's front line service, 'Princess Margaret Rose' was bought by Sir Billy Butlin as a children's' amusement in a holiday camp. When the children tired of her she was rescued once again and restored to main line use by the members of the Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust at Butterley in Derbyshire. This is her story - from Pwellhi...

• Bulletproof Salesman | DVD | (20/02/2012) from £26.65   |  Saving you £-10.40 (N/A%)   |  RRP £14.99

  Bulletproof Salesman is a wryly dark documentary about the work of Fidelis Cloer, a self-described war profiteer, who has supplied kings, presidents, and dictators with top-of-the-line armored vehicles. When the US invaded Iraq, he pounced on the business opportunity brought about by chaos and violence, yet as the war ran on, Improved Explosive Devices (IEDs) became more widely used against his creations. Fidelis became involved in an arms race against insurgents who matched more powerful and sophisticated explosives against his stronger and more expensive armored vehicles. Bulletproof Salesman is ultimately an utterly striking narrative, absolutely unforgettable and highly recommended.

• Natural Healing | DVD | (12/02/2008) from £15.98   |  Saving you £-7.99 (-100.00%)   |  RRP £7.99

• Peggy Lee-Swing Era | DVD | (03/03/2003) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £13.99

  One of the most popular female vocalists during her prime Peggy Lee (1920 - 2002) was known for her very personal voice and the atmospheric quality of her recordings. Even if the range of her tone was somewhat limited Peggy Lee always managed to convey emotion and depth in her singing and that's why her cool light swinging appealed to millions and turned her into a household name throughout the Fifties. After making her debut with the Benny Goodman orchestra of the early Forties she temporarily retired for show-business to eventually comeback and enjoy a number of major hits for the Capitol label during the Forties and Fifties. A much respected artist Peggy Lee was also a songwriter of talent and made frequent television and cinema appearances when she was at the peak of her popularity.Besides compiling some splendid soundies from Peggy Lee's golden years this video features additional material starring another cool lady of jazz: June Christy. The edition is completed with several soundies featuring different all-women orchestras from the Swing era headed by Ina Ray Hutton Lorraine Page and Rita Rio. This is an essential document to explore some often neglected female figures in jazz.

• South Korea | DVD | (07/07/2008) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £12.99

  South Korea is a land rich in cultural heritage and esoteric beauty that somehow remained far removed from the Asian tourist trail. Since 1998 when the Olympic Games put Seoul on the international map the country's profile has grown but despite this the ""Hermit Kingdom"" still remains an unexplored gem.

• Dance With Lisa-5 Day Latin System | DVD | (17/03/2008) from £27.51   |  Saving you £-5.52 (-25.10%)   |  RRP £21.99

  5 Day Latin Dance System with Lisa Nunziella With Lisa's NEW 5-Day Latin Dance System you will: Salsa: The Latin equivalent of Swing. Fun and flirty socially it is a great dance. An excellent way to start your week. Cha Cha: Flashy sassy and full of itself movements. Like most Latin dances most of the movement is below the ribcage working your core and legs. Merengue: A fun dance with simple steps so it is easy to learn quickly. The 1-2 march-like rhythm makes it a favorite for your Wednesday workout. Samba: The festive style and mood of this dance has kept it alive and popular to this day because of the basic Samba Bounce burning calories. Rhumba: The Rumba is danced slower and has romantic flirtatious overtones. We're working out to Slow Quick Quick timing for long lean muscle. Lisa leads you through five exciting dance routines specially choreographed to help you burn calories progressively tone and firm your body achieving the long lean muscles of a dancer. Working with this program you''ll become more aware of your body and move with more confidence than ever before. 5 Separate Workout Sections Explain the steps for each Latin Dance Behind the Scenes Bonus Salsa Cha Cha Merengue Samba and Rhumba your way to a fit body. Getting into shape while learning moves from 5 different Latin Dances is here!

• Trois: The Escort | DVD | (18/07/2005) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £36.99

• Great Political Mistakes | DVD | (05/07/2010) from £10.78   |  Saving you £5.21 (48.33%)   |  RRP £15.99

  Great Political Mistakes tells the fascinating stories of three of Britain's most notorious Prime Ministers and delves into their defining moments which ultimately became part of political history during the twentieth century. The program follows Winston Churchill and his opposition to India's independence in the 1930s and his support of King Edward in the abdication crises; Clement Attlee and the signing of the Anglo-American loan agreement which led to the domination of the dollar in international markets and the subservient relationship of Britain to the United States; Margret Thatcher and her unwavering support for the Poll tax - an inflexibility that played a major part in her downfall.

• Oversexed, Overpaid & Over Here: The American Airmen in Britain | DVD | (14/05/2012) from £10.48   |  Saving you £2.51 (19.30%)   |  RRP £12.99

  It is 1942. The UK has survived the blitz and has won the Battle of Britain. Now, the first American airmen arrive to help take the war to Hitler in Europe. Using many now forgotten airfields, these visitors from across the Atlantic brought not just their bravery but many cultural changes with them.

• The Time Of Your Life - 1985 | DVD | (30/01/2006) from £17.53   |  Saving you £-4.54 (N/A%)   |  RRP £12.99

  'The Time Of Your Life' Series brings an exclusively commissioned documentary featuring the news events personalities and music of the year in question. Take a look back at what happened in the year you were born or simply look back through history enjoying the events that shaped a particular year. In each edition there is a special feature with bonus material covering the classic music movies and television from the period. On this DVD we take a look back at 1985. A year that saw a historic meeting of US and Soviet premiers the Live AID concerts and Stallone commanding the box office with Rocky IV and Rambo II.

• Manolo Badrena | DVD | (11/05/2009) from £22.93   |  Saving you £-0.94 (-4.30%)   |  RRP £21.99

  This prominent Puerto Rican percussion player and groove master will teach you how to play rhythms from all over the world! Manolo's highly anticipated DVD breaks down drumming from Brazil; the Caribbean and South America; and Europe, Asia and Africa. Includes his stunning performances of: 1. Badrekali Tarang 2. Bara Suayo 3. Berimba Du Angola 4. Bronx Taranta 5. Gypsy Manolo.

• Kiwi Magic - The Complete New Zealand Experience | DVD | (19/10/2009) from £16.16   |  Saving you £-6.17 (-61.80%)   |  RRP £9.99

  Kiwi Magic captures the scenic beauty rich culture quaint characters and high adventures of New Zealand. Highlights include: - High adventure on New Zealand's highest mountain Aoraki Mount Cook with sea kayaking under glaciers ice climbing and ski plane flights. - The search for the national symbol the Kiwi on Stewart Island. - The adrenalin capital of the world Queenstown going from one extreme to another: jet boats the world's fastest adventure ride and one of the world''s most luxurious lodges. - Cruise through the spectacular Milford Sound with its huge snow-clad mountains fur seals and waterfalls. - Festive season on the wild west coast with the annual Wild Food Festival and its exotic foods and characters: Scorpions seagulls grasshoppers worms and local huhu grubs are served up for those game enough to try. - The thermal wonderland of Rotorua displays active geysers mud pools sulphur craters and an active volcano which spits boiling mud hundreds of metres in the air. - Our guide teaches a tradional Haka before receiving a taamoco a traditional tattoo. - The Tongariro crossing is one of New Zealand's most famous walks. We explore the emerald lakes and sulphur vents in the harshest conditions possible. - Take a step back in time to the 1930s in Napier the Art Deco capital of the world. Greg Grainger is an award-winning producer and presenter of topical travel documentaries and wildlife programmes to remote and exotic locations. Greg's programmes are seen around the world from Grainger's World screened daily on Europe's Travel Channel to Tour Deluxe on the USA Travel Channel as well as Channel 7 Australia's The World Around Us. His wildlife specials appear regularly on the international networks Discovery Channel and National Geographic Channel.

• Kirk Franklin - Journeys In Black | DVD | (03/02/2003) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £15.99

  With his contemporary hip-hop music style mixed with traditional gospel choir arrangements Kirk Franklin has become a gospel sensation the first Christian artist ever to reach platinum sales with his most recent album 'Nu Nation Project'.

• Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World | DVD | (17/03/2008) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £14.99

  Acclaimed archaeologist John Romer brings the grandeur majesty and sheer scale of these ancient wonders to life. THE GREAT PYRAMID OF GIZA 2584 B.C. THE HANGING GARDENS OF BABYLON 605 B.C. THE TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS 550 B.C. THE STATUE OF ZEUS 466 B.C. THE MAUSOLEUM OF HALICARNASSUS 351 B.C. THE COLOSSUS OF RHODES 292 B.C. THE PHAROS OF ALEXANDRIA 280 B.C.

• The Eye - David Batchelor | DVD | (15/08/2006) from £11.25   |  Saving you £6.74 (37.50%)   |  RRP £17.99

  David Batchelor's art is about colour. With lightboxes and everyday plastics, eccentric chandeliers and projections, he brings pure, direct colour into galleries and public spaces. His works are immediately delightful, but they are also concerned with what colour means in today's world and with how we experience it.David Batchelor's art is also about the city. His colours are the bright, sharp hues of neon and artificial materials, not the soft tones of the natural world. In this profile, the...

• Classic Steam Car, Lorries And Buses | DVD | (07/07/2008) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £9.99

  Classic Steam Cars looks at some of the steam cars lorries and buses that have survived the rigours of time and a little of their history. Steam cars lorries and buses competed for a few decades with vehicles driven by internal combustion engines it was a lost cause but a gallant one. It left a legacy of some wonderfullyrestored vehicles from an era that can never be repeated.

• Gun Camera Action Of World War 2 | DVD | (12/05/2008) from £8.98   |  Saving you £1.01 (10.10%)   |  RRP £9.99

  Experience World War Two aerial combat the way fighter pilots saw it - through the gun sight! This unique DVD gathers together - for the first time on one disc - all the very best uncensored gun camera footage from Allied and Axis film archives. Raw brutal swift and deadly this was what the war in the air was actually like for those who fought it. Share a German fighter pilot's point of view as Luftwaffe Me109s and Fw190s tear into a formation of B-17 Flying Fortresses. Join a formation of P-40 Warhawks as they 'bounce' a flight of Ju52 Transports and their fighter escorts over the Mediterranean and watch through the gun sight as they chase them all the way back to their landing field and strafe the surviving aircraft. P-51 Mustangs dogfighting German interceptors in defence of USAAF bomber formations. Allied fighters launching ground attack strikes with machine guns cannon and rockets against enemy troop convoys ammo dumps railway yards and shipping in North Africa and occupied Europe. Duels with Zeros over the Pacific and rare colour gun camera film of attacks against Japanese shipping airfields and troop transports.