The Shakespeare authorship mystery. It's the greatest literary mystery of all time: Who wrote the works of William Shakespeare? Although the official story of a gifted merchant from Stratford has held sway for centuries questions over the authorship of the plays and poems has persisted. Mark Twain Sigmund Freud Charlie Chaplin and Orson Welles are among the many famous figures who doubt that a grain-dealer from Stratford-Upon-Avon was England's 'Star of Poets'. Sir Derek Jacobi leads an impressive cast featuring Oscar- winning actress Vanessa Redgrave and Tony Award-winning actor Mark Rylance on a quest to uncover the truth behind the world's most elusive author while discovering a forgotten nobleman whose story could rewrite history.
While alive Kate Claire Rose and Rachel each explored the streets of New York with the promise of limitless futures unfolding before them. But now brought together as members of a blood-stained sisterhood their once-delicate hands reach out to silence demonic beasts no ordinary weapon can destroy. Brutally murdered only to be resurrected as clandestine killers the girls must stalk their prey with a primal ferocity - or risk losing what remains of their so-called lives. The only clues to their tragic past are a swarm of crimson butterflies and the mysterious woman who carries the harrowing secret behind the lives they lived - and the walking corpses they've become.
Take a trip through time and space to meet creatures and enemies that always came back for more... Doctor Who - The Monster Collection: The Cybermen contains two exciting stories! The Cybermen were once human but chose to replace all living tissue with plastic and steel. Seeing emotions as a weakness they removed those too and now Cyber massive armies try to upgrade the universe... The Tomb of The Cybermen is a four-part story from 1967. Starring Patrick Troughton as the Second Doctor it is set in eerie Cybermen tombs on Telos. The Rise of The Cybermen and The Age of Steel were first shown in 2006. The Tenth Doctor played by David Tennant falls into a parallel universe and witnesses the creation of the Cybermen.
Documentary series that sets out to investigate the Mafia's use of murder in 20th century America. Put together with access to FBI files on the Mafia, the programmes detail the agency's surprise when 1960s figures revealed the extent to which the Mafia contributed to the US murder rate. Dramatic reconstructions, archive footage and testimony from witnesses and FBI agents are used to explore the methods of the Mafia and the FBI's efforts to combat them.
Grand Designs celebrates 100 episodes in this its tenth series. Designer and writer Kevin McCloud follows the structural financial and emotional voyage of ambitious couples as they bravely embark on the adventure of a lifetime - building their own homes. After 100 episodes and 100 individual projects these extreme homemakers are still risking it all to experiment with technology architecture and their own lifestyles. There are volatile neighbours tight budgets romantic restorations the rotting corpses of 2000 pigeons and of course the ubiquitous battle with the elements; yet presenter Kevin is there through it all to offer words of encouragement and wisdom and to raise the occasional eyebrow... This series features 8 unique and extraordinary builds including a 99ft water tower a minimalist glass box and the world's first computer cut home. Episodes Comprise: Southern Ireland Hertfordshire Brixton River Thames Kennington West London Skye Camden
Alabama teenager Sean Boswell becomes a major competitor in the world of drift racing after moving in with his father in Tokyo to avoid a jail sentence in America. Special Features: Feature Commentary With Director Justin Lin Deleted Scenes Deleted Scenes Commentary with Director Justin Lin Drifting School Cast Cam The Big Breakdown: Han's Last Ride Tricked Out To Drift The Real Drift King; the Japanese Way Conteo Music Video
The well-bred and well-heeled of Chelsea are back on the scene and back on our screens in the fifth successful series of the BAFTA-winning show. After the explosive revelations of the Christmas party at the end of last series tensions are still running high. Spencer and Louise are still together - but for how long? Although whatever happens with them you can be sure that other hot young things will be ready to step in if it all goes wrong. Andy has never made a secret of his feelings for Louise and Lucy has always had a twinkle in her eye for Spencer. Could Lucy and Andy get their guy and gal? New girls on the scene Olivia Fran and Phoebe catch the boys' eyes but they bring complications from the past. The catty comments fly between Olivia and Lucy it's clear they have history and neither of them is going to keep quiet about it. Jamie's not making his life any easier and it seems he's finding it hard to juggle all the ladies and after kissing and not telling it surfaces he's had a secret girlfriend all along! How will he get out of this one? Series 5 sees Ollie with a brand new girlfriend... but she's someone we've met before! As ever though the course of true love never seems to run smoothly for him. Join our favourite posse for drinks and canapés on the elite streets of Chelsea.
Oscar winning Jack Cardiff directs twisting British thriller in which a detective investigating the murder of a young woman makes a startling discovery. Veteran detective Matthews (James Booth) is determined to crack the brutal murder of a young woman. Her face has been badly battered but her body is identified by her identical twin, Delphi (Francesca Annis), towards whom Matthews feels a growing attraction. As Matthews' investigations take him deeper, he uncovers a plot to steal a priceles...
Dutch singer Caro Emerald burst into the limelight in 2010 when her debut album 'Deleted Scenes From The Cutting Room Floor' went straight to the No.1 spot in her native Holland. Later in the year it was released across Europe to universal acclaim and huge commercial success. Her second album 'The Shocking Miss Emerald', released in the spring of 2013, was a No.1 album in the UK and Holland and continues to be a top chart title in many territories. This performance was filmed at the BBC Radio...
David Starkey is one of the UK’s most outstanding academics and a leading constitutional and monarchy expert. In this special collectors’ edition box set we see the eminent historian and presenter bring to life powerful individuals with colourful characters using his unique and engaging gift as a communicator. David Starkey’s Monarchy -The Complete First Series An in-depth examination of what the English monarchy has meant in terms of expression of the individual the Mother of Parliaments the Magna Carta the laws of England and the land of England. Episodes include: A Nation State Engla Land Conquest Dynasty A United Kingdom Death of a Dynasty David Starkey’s Monarchy - The Complete Second Series A gripping biographical narrative of England’s royal rulers (stories of power lust treason and murder). Episodes include: The Crown Imperial King and Emperor The Shadow of the King The Stuart Succession Cromwell The King Killer David Starkey’s Monarchy - The Complete Third Series This is a captivating look into the complicated and turbulent history of England’s royal families. Episodes include: Return of the King The Glorious Revolution Rule Britannia Empire Survival
When counterfeit bills appear in the capital city of the Song Dynasty a government department known as The Six Panels appoints an undercover agent Coldblood to infiltrate a special force called The Divine Constabulary to sabotage their investigations. Coldblood soon befriends other constables Life Snatcher and Iron Hands as well as the beautiful Emotionless and together they soon discover The Divine Constabulary's real plans - not to flood the capital with fake money but with a powerful army of the undead... Special Features: Four Making-Of Featurettes: Mid-Air Lake Scene The Constables vs. the God of Wealth How Monsters and Ghosts are Made The Training of Kung Fu Masters
Best Exotic Marigold Hotel: A group of British retirees travel to India to take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored hotel. Less luxurious than its advertisements, they are forever transformed by their shared experiences, discovering that life and love can begin again when you begin let go of the past. We Bought A Zoo: The funny, inspiring and true story about the magical power of family to persevere in the face of extraordinary challenges. ...
The Devil's Son Fights Back! Raised by Father Fujimoto a famous exorcist Rin Okumura never knew his real father. One day a fateful argument with Father Fujimoto forces Rin to face a terrible truth the blood of the demon lord Satan runs in Rin's veins! Rin swears to defeat Satan but doing that means entering the mysterious True Cross Academy and becoming an exorcist himself. Can Rin fight demons and keep his infernal bloodline a secret? It won't be easy especially when drawing his father's sword releases the demonic power within him! Now featuring the brand new English dub as well as the original Japanese audio and English subtitles on Blu-ray.
The beards are back. In Season 2 of the hit series Duck Dynasty Louisiana's bearded camouflage-clad millionaires continue to live out the American dream while staying true to their rugged outdoorsman lifestyle and Southern roots. The Robertsons may have built an empire out of a backyard duck call business but for Willie running a family operation is tough when all your employees would rather be anywhere than the production warehouse. Life goes on in the bayou but nothing is average when you're a Robertson.
On High Street UK the priority is to shift units make money and smash targets... and no one knows that better than the staff of Phone Shop. It's Austerity Britain and times are hard and getting harder. Star salesman little Gary Patel is still detained at Her Majesty's pleasure and the ever resourceful sales staff of Phone Shop Sutton are feeling the pinch - something has to be done. Whilst Ashley Jerwayne and Christopher look to make an extra couple of quid on the side and Janine attempts to climb her way up the greasy pole of Croydon's social scene Lance is struggling to keep the staff together as head-hunters hustlers and head office all conspire against him. Phone Shop is written directed and produced by Phil Bowker and features a hugely-talented ensemble cast including Tom Bennett Andrew Brooke Emma Fryer Javone Prince and Martin Trenaman.
Two young adventurers for hire. Willing to do anything go anywhere. Pay must be good. No unreasonable offer refused. Thus begins the adventures of Tommy and Tuppence. This complete collection features all ten episodes of the TV series Partners in Crime along with the feature-length prequel introducing them. The Secret AdversaryThe Secret Adversary finds the two intrepid amateur detectives undertaking a mission which turns out to have grave consequences for the nation as a whole involving a secret treaty Bolshevik uprisings a missing young lady by the name of Jane Finn and a mysterious villain who goes by the alias of Mr. Brown. Partners in CrimeFinds Tommy and Tuppence newly married and turning pro as they launch their International Detective Agency. A master and mistress of disguise with a reputation amongst bellboys everywhere for being the worst tippers in town they undertake a vast array of cases from missing persons and haunted houses through smuggling thievery connivance skullduggery and of course murder. With each episode more gripping than the last Tommy and Tuppence are the Holmes and Watson of their day with a little more romance and a lot more champagne. Special Features: The Glamorous Fashions of Tuppence Tommy and Tuppence Gallery Agatha Christie Biography and Bibliography Cast Filmographies Subtitles
Tony Manero: Santiago de Chile, 1978. As Pinochet's oppressive dictatorship continues to stamp down hard on civil liberties, Ra�l Peralta escapes from the tedium of everyday life by leading a small group of dancers and obsessing about Tony Manero, John Travolta's character in Saturday Night Fever. He lives for Saturday nights, when he unleashes his passion for the fi lm's music by imitating his idol. His dream of becoming a successful showbiz star takes a step closer to reali...
Take a trip through time and space to meet creatures and enemies that always came back for more... Doctor Who - The Monster Collection: The Sontarans contains two exciting stories! The Sontarans are a short battle-loving race from the planet Sontar. Bred for war these cloned creatures have produced one of the most powerful armies in the universe. The Time Warrior is four-part adventure from 1973/74 and marks the first appearance of the Sontarans in the series. Jon Pertwee stars as the Third Doctor. The Sontaran Stratagem and The Poison Sky was first shown in 2008 and brought the Sontarans back to the new series to fight the Tenth Doctor played by David Tennant.
Mike Brewer takes on the car trading journey of a lifetime. Wheeler Dealers Trading Up follows auto expert Mike Brewer as he navigates his way through the culture and idiosyncrasies of the international used car trade. Starting with just $3 000 Mike sets out to buy deal and negotiate his way to the ultimate ride worth a cool $30 000. Travelling all over the world from India to Poland Mike attempts to prove his credentials internationally as he looks to transform his first purchase into a succession of real deals for the jackpot - a luxury sports car. Mike moves from one deal to the next one country to another using dealer tricks he's picked up in his long career in the car trade spotting bargains and trading up across the globe. It's the voyage of a lifetime covering over 85 000 miles and it's also a journey that's not just about car trading but about car culture as Mike explores the strange and crazy things that people around the world get up to on four wheels.
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