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New Releases for July 12th, 2005

Million Dollar Baby This multiple Oscar winner follows a determined young athlete who, through her sheer determination, awakens a long-lost fire within two aging boxers. Despondent over a painful estrangement from his daughter, trainer Frankie Dunn (Clint Eastwood) isn't prepared for boxer Maggie Fitzgerald (Hilary Swank) to enter his life. Maggie's determined to go pro, and she eventually convinces Dunn and his cohort (Morgan Freeman) to help her get to the top.

A Very Long Engagement Amelie's Audrey Tautou stars as Mathilde, a young Frenchwoman who vows to find out what happened to her missing fiance (Gaspard Ulliel) during World War I. He appears to have died after a court-martial, but she needs to know for sure. As she looks for the truth, she discovers unexpected things about herself and the people she meets along the way. Jean-Pierre Jeunet directs this adaptation of Sebastien Japrisot's novel.

Mondovino An Official Selection at the Cannes Film Festival, Jonathan Nossiter's documentary examines the politics of the global wine industry and pits big business against the little guy. Nossiter toured Europe, South America and the United States for interviews with consultants from multinational corporations, "peasant" owners of family-run wineries steeped in tradition, and a variety of industry experts including influential wine critic Robert Parker.

Dracula III: Legacy Shot on location in Romania, executive producer Wes Craven's sequel to Dracula II: Ascension begins as Father Uffizi (Jason Scott Lee) and Luke (Jason London) head to civil war-plagued Eastern Europe to save Elizabeth (Diane Neal) and destroy Dracula (Rutger Hauer) once and for all. Once there, the two learn that warlords are feeding prisoners to the fanged creature of the night. Stephen Billington, Gary Tunnicliffe and Roy Scheider also star.

Dawn Anna Debra Winger turns in an affecting performance as single mother Dawn Anna Townsend in this inspiring, made-for-cable tearjerker from director Arliss Howard. After weathering rocky times, Dawn's life is on the upswing thanks to her four thoughtful kids, a new love and an ideal job. But a double dose of tragedy lurks around the corner as a debilitating illness strikes Dawn and one of her children faces life-threatening circumstances.

State Property 2 Three Philadelphia-based gangstas -- Beans, Dame and Loco -- are on a collision course with one another for turf. Alliances are forged and broken and lifelong friendships end in violence as each crime lord schemes to get the upper hand. It all peaks in a horrendous shootout that settles things for good. Stars Beanie Siegel, Victor N.O.R.E. Santiago, Damon Dash (who also directs) and Omillio Sparks.

Sealab 2021: Season 3 As Earth's surface becomes increasingly uninhabitable, the motley crew aboard the aquatic compound known as Sealab continues to study the prospect of undersea colonization. But the research station's staff -- whiners, slackers and sad sacks all -- are unfit for anything except regular sessions on a shrink's couch. Included are 13 episodes from the animated series' third season, plus audio commentary on four installments, Easter eggs and more.

Divine Intervention In this comedy tinged with pathos, love blossoms amid the confusion and despair of Nazareth, a city caught in the crossfire of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Elia Suleiman (who directed the film) stars as E.S., a man who observes the ravages of war alongside his girlfriend(Manal Khader). Surreal vignettes underscore the war's ability to erode this city's sense of community and its residents' ability to coexist.

Cry-Baby Helmed by John Waters -- the king of kitsch -- this campy comedy set in 1950s Baltimore stars Johnny Depp as Wade "Cry-Baby" Walker, a leather-clad street tough who leads a gang dubbed the Drapes. When Wade falls for goody-two-shoes Allison Vernon-Williams (Amy Locane) and steals her from her mossback beau (Stephen Mailer), the romance sparks a battle between rival factions. Troy Donahue, Joey Heatherton and Patty Hearst appear in cameo roles.

Paranoid Looking for a respite, famous fashion model Chloe Keane (Jessica Alba) decides on the spur of the moment to join rock musician Ned (Gary Love) and his friends for a tranquil weekend in the country. But once they arrive, Chloe learns that Ned and his drug-addled, libertine chums have a nasty habit of fulfilling their warped sexual fantasies atthe expense of unconscious women. Aussie director John Duigan helmed this lurid psychological thriller.

The Autopsy Files HBO's landmark documentary series served as a precursor to a wave of criminal-investigation programs. Host Dr. Michael Baden (a forensic pathologist who's helped unravel some of America's most baffling crimes) and other "detectives of death" look into a slate of cryptic cases in this original reality-TV show. The disc contains two intriguing episodes: "Autopsy: Confessions of a Medical Examiner" and "Autopsy 2: Voices from the Dead."

Tales from the Crypt: Season 1 From the folks at Home Box Office comes this horror anthology, which dishes up ghoulish morality tales tinged with black humor and full of twists. Featuring A-list directors and stars, the one-hour stories (hosted by a moldering corpse who spouts putrid puns) mine humanity's dark side. This collection of six eerie episodes includes appearances by Lea Thompson, Amanda Plummer, M. Emmet Walsh, Audra Lindley, Joe Pantoliano and Robert Wuhl.

Confessions of an American Bride Directed by Douglas Barr, this frothy, made-for-cable comedy stars Shannon Elizabeth as beautiful bride-to-be Samantha Hoyt, whose fairy-tale wedding plans are unraveling fast. As if clashes with the future in-laws and an interfaith dilemma aren't enough, the beleaguered Samantha faces more angst when Luke (Geoff Stults), her former college crush, suddenly walks back into her life. DVD extras include cast and crew interviews and deleted scenes.

The Boys and Girl from County Clare Sibling rivalry hits the stage as estranged brothers compete against each other at a music fest in this bittersweet tale set in Ireland. Returning home after over 20 years, Jimmy (Colm Meaney) is determined to see his band win a music competition, but not if brother John Joe (Bernard Hill) has anything to do with it. As the two pull dirty tricks on each other, John Joe's fiddler (Andrea Corr) catches the eye of a handsome lad in Jimmy's band.

It Started in Naples Sparks fly as an American lawyer and an Italian bombshell fight for custody of a young boy in this romantic drama. When his brother dies in a car accident, Mike Hamilton (Clark Gable) heads to Italy to settle the estate. Hamilton wants custody of his 10-year-old nephew (Marietto), but the boy's Aunt Lucia (Sophia Loren) has already claimed him for herself. As Hamilton and Lucia vie for custody, their growing attraction for each other gets in the way.

Vintage Mickey From the very beginning, in his first outing on the charming and hilarious "Steamboat Willie," Mickey Mouse was always a fan favorite and quickly grew to become leader of the Disney pack. Rediscover Mickey's magic with this collection of animated shorts -- rarely screened today -- from the early years, in which the lovable mouse meets pals such as Goofy forthe first time and, as usual, gets involved in all sorts of high jinks.

The Garbage Pail Kids Movie Typical teen Dodger (Mackenzie Astin) gets the surprise of his life when he uncovers a repulsive gang of alien kids in this gross-out tale based on the popular 1980s trading cards. Dodger frees Messy Tessie, Foul Phil, Valerie Vomit and the other filthy kids from a garbage can, and they help him fight a bunch of bullies. But is the world ready for the icky Garbage Pail Kids or will authorities toss them down the disposal? Anthony Newley co-stars.

Sinbad of the Seven Seas Sinbad the sailor (Lou Ferrigno) battles the evil wizard Jaffar in this magical adventure tale. Jaffar turns an entire kingdom upside down when he casts a spell, steals the palace gems and demands to marry the princess. Sinbad and his loyal crew come to the rescue, but their bravery is put to the test -- they must not only defeat Jaffar, but also conquer the Amazon Queen, the Ghost King and a man-eating beast. John Steiner co-stars.

Hercules / The Adventures of Hercules: Double Feature Mythical muscleman Hercules (Lou Ferrigno) must rescue his true love and stop a band of rebellious gods from deposing Zeus in this fantastical double feature. In the first tale, Hercules battles monstrous foes when the evil Amazon Ariadne (Sybil Danning) kidnaps Hercules' fiancée, Princess Cassiopea (Ingrid Anderson). In the second tale, the almighty Zeus will lose his power to despot gods unless Hercules can recover his stolen thunderbolts.

The Magic Sword When his charming Helene (Estelle Winwood) is abducted by a menacing dragon named Lodec, brave knight George (Basil Rathbone) sets out to find her, armed only with an enchanted sword that he hopes will help him free her. But the road to Helene is littered with challenges, and George must enlist the help of other knights to triumph over each one. When his sword ceases to be magical, however, he must tap into an inner strength all his own.

National Lampoon's Movie Madness Fortified with the outrageous humor that made classics out of Animal House and Vacation, National Lampoon's trilogy of hilarious spoofs pokes fun at everything from marital strife to serial killers. The laughs keep coming as a husband and wife take separate vacations; a fed-up stripper seeks revenge on her enemies; and two mismatched cops track a killer. Peter Riegert, Diane Lane, Robert Culp, Richard Widmark and Robby Benson star.

Love at First Bite Horror is rarely as hilarious as this 1970s send-up of the Dracula mythology starring George Hamilton as the vampire banished from Transylvania who takes up residence in the Big Apple. While there, he meets and falls for a stunning model (Susan Saint James) who, unfortunately, already has a boyfriend (Richard Benjamin). Turns out her beau's ancestor is vampire chaser Van Helsing, which leads him and Dracula to the ultimate showdown.

Illegally Yours Despondent because he had to return home to live with his mother after a dry run in the romance and work departments, Richard Dice (Rob Lowe) is thrilled to have something to do when he's picked to sit on a jury. Unfortunately, the accused is a woman (Colleen Camp) he was enamored with when they were both in elementary school. He can't imagine her being responsible for the crime, so he takes it upon himself to find the true perpetrator.

Party Animal College freshman Pondo Sinatra (Matthew Causey) wants nothing more than to score with the ladies, but he's so unlucky that even his manly roommate, Studley (Tim Carhart), can't help him. So, Pondo hits the chemistry lab and whips up a potion that turns him into "The Party Animal" and makes him irresistible. Suzanne Ashley co-stars. The vintage 1980s soundtrack features The Fleshtones, The Buzzcocks, The Untouchables and R.E.M.

Teen Witch Awkward teen Louise (Robyn Lively) dreams of a date with high school football hero Brad (Dan Gauthier), but she's so shy that Brad barely notices her. Louise's luck changes on her 16th birthday when she learns that she's descended from a long line of witches. She uses her magic powers to become the most desirable girl at school, but does Brad really love her now, or is he just under her witchy spell? Dick Sargent and Zelda Rubinstein co-star.

Weekend at Bernie's This late-1980s classic finds co-workers Larry (Andrew McCarthy) and Richard (Jonathan Silverman) spending a weekend at the beach house of their boss, Bernie (Terry Kiser), who's secretly planning to kill the duo because they've uncovered an accounting error at the company. But when the boys arrive, Bernie's already been whacked, and hilarity ensues as Larry and Richard try to keep his death a secret so that they won't be considered suspects.

Scarecrow Meeting on a lonely stretch of California highway while thumbing their way east, loner ex-con Max (Gene Hackman) and likable loser Lionel (Al Pacino) decide to travel in tandem. Along the way, they develop a profound friendship, but it gets put to the test when Lionel faces a devastating reality. Director Jerry Schatzberg's fascinating character study features sterling supporting performances by Eileen Brennan and Richard Lynch.

Night Moves Cut-rate private eye Harry Moseby (Gene Hackman) finds himself caught in a labyrinth of mendacity and murder in director Arthur Penn's top-notch suspenser. Tapped to locate the runaway daughter (Melanie Griffith) of faded Hollywood star Arlene Iverson (Janet Ward), Harry heads to the Florida Keys, where what he considered a run-of-the-mill case turns into something much more. Meanwhile, his marriage is slowly disintegrating.

Twice in a Lifetime The disintegration of a 30-year union -- and the resulting upheaval that ripples through the entire family -- is the subject of this unsentimental drama. Gene Hackman stars as Harry MacKenzie, whose 50th birthday and introduction to the corner tavern's shapely new barmaid (Ann-Margret) act as catalysts for the end of his marriage. Left to pick up the pieces are his devastated wife (Ellen Burstyn) and grown daughters (Amy Madigan and Ally Sheedy).

5 Children and It This high-spirited animated tale finds five children bunking at their uncle's house as the grown-ups contend with the painfully adult challenges of living in a time of war. While their father's on the front lines, they uncover the mysteries of the large mansion in which they now live. Best of all, they befriend a fairy called It (voiced by the hilarious Eddie Izzard) who resides there and who brings joy, laughter and good luck to their lives.

Aussie Park Boyz Director Nunzio D.G. La Bianca, who also stars in this haunting film, paints a vivid and shocking portrait of life on the fringe. Set in an Australian neighborhood beset by gang warfare, the film tracks the exploits of Cam and Pepe, two street fighters who wind up in jail and are introduced to a world more brutal than they'd ever imagined possible. Inside, hoodlums go after one another with a vengeance that threatens to destroy them all.

The Nanny: Season 1 This first season of the Emmy-nominated sitcom "The Nanny" introduces audiences to Fran Fine (Fran Drescher), a brash hairstylist from Flushing, N.Y., who takes a job as a nanny for a recently widowed famous Broadway producer. Fran's flashy personal style, memorable voice and blue-collar wisdom make quite an impression on the family as the nanny gradually transforms the troubled household into a home filled with warmth -- and laughs.

The Rainmaker Flimflamming his way through the drought-plagued Southwest, Bill Starbuck (Burt Lancaster) promises -- for the sum of $100 -- to bring rain to farmer H.C. Curry (Cameron Prud'homme). But Curry's spinster daughter, Lizzie (Katharine Hepburn), remains dubious about Starbuck's guarantee until he works his pitchman charm on her … and the con artist ends up falling in love. Lloyd Bridges and Earl Holliman play Lizzie's brothers in this 1956 classic.

Mind the Gap Five New Yorkers come to terms with the bittersweet reality of life in this collection of intertwined stories. Single dad Sam struggles to raise his son; elderly Herb honors a deceased friend with a perilous act; musician Jody worries what heartache will do to her pacemaker; free-spirited Malissa cares for her sick mother; and John reels from his failed marriage. Eric Schaeffer, Alan King, Charles Parnell, Jill Sobule and Elizabeth Reaser star.

Mobile Suit Gundam SEED the Movie: The Empty Battlefield In this anime feature, the economic gap widens between the affluent, technologically advanced, hybrid Coordinators and the simple Earth Alliance known as the Naturals; the rift, unsurprisingly, has driven them apart in the 70th year of the Cosmic times. In an effort to bridge the chasm between them and the Coordinators, the Naturals have built five Gundam warriors that they hope will serve as their potent weapons. But will their plan work?

A Breath of Scandal A strong-willed princess refuses to play by the rules in this romantic tale. Exiled to the country for her unmannered behavior, Princess Olympia (Sophia Loren) secretly falls in love with an American millionaire (John Gavin). Olympia's upcoming arranged marriage to a Prussian prince (Carlo Hintermann) angers a jealous countess (Angela Lansbury), who threatens to spill the beans about the princess's American lover. Maurice Chevalier also stars.

Elephant Walk Lush cinematography elevates this slick drama about wealthy John Wiley (Peter Finch), who returns to his Ceylon tea plantation with his English bride, Ruth (Elizabeth Taylor). Her delight with her new surroundings turns into ennui, however, when she finds that John prefers his cronies' company, viewing her as a trophy wife. The arrival of overseer Dick Carver (Dana Andrews) leads to romance with Ruth, but a cholera outbreak changes everything.

National Geographic: Guns, Germs and Steel Why is life on Earth inequitable? After journeying to the four corners of the world to answer to that query, Prof. Jared Diamond came up with a straightforward explanation: People's fortunes hinge on their geography and their contact with guns, germs and steel. Interlacing science, anthropology and historical reenactments, this insightful documentary based on Diamond's best-selling book brings to life his intriguing hypothesis.

Care Bears: Bears Share a Scare An exciting collection of "Care Bears" episodes -- none of which are too scary -- brings the fun of Saturday morning into your living room any day of the week. Together, the Care Bears make their way through adventures, using their feelings to tell them what's right. Episodes include "Treat Heart Baba and the Two Thieves," "Doctor Brightenstein's Monster," "Mystery of the Phantom," "One Million C.B.," "Tugs the Brave," "Bad Luck Friday" and "Food Frolics."

Care Bears: Season of Caring Bring the fun of Saturday morning -- and the clouds of Care-A-Lot -- into your living room any day of the week with this collection of heartwarming "Care Bears" shows. Together, the Care Bears make their way through adventures, using their feelings to tell them what's right. Episodes include "No Business Like Snow Business," "Caring for Spring," "Ski Trouble," "Frozen Forest," "It's Raining, It's Boring" and "The Cloud Monster."

Jay Jay the Jet Plane: Imagination Station Chronicling the computer-animated exploits of diminutive delivery plane Jay Jay, this children's TV series teaches tykes valuable life lessons and ethical values while also introducing youngsters to science and nature. Imagination takes wing in these delightful stories as Jay Jay and his cohorts -- who include Herky the Helicopter, Snuffy the Skywriter and Revvin' Evan the Fire Truck -- navigate a succession of educational adventures.

Jay Jay the Jet Plane: School Is Cool Lovable delivery plane Jay Jay and his mates aren't too cool for school in this educational children's television series. Aimed at the toddler crowd, the high-flying, computer-animated shows teach tykes about the world around them while conveying valuable moral lessons along the way. Kids will love the engaging tales that feature a host of colorful characters, including aircraft mechanic Brenda Blue and Tuffy the Tiny Tow Truck.

Mickey Mouse Club: The Best of Britney, Justin & Christina It's nothing short of impressive that the Mickey Mouse Club managed to pick future superstars for cast members. Alums Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera are some of the most successful, blazing their way to the top of the charts all at the same time. Glimpse their talent in the early stages of their career in this collection of episodes from the show, which, amazingly enough, managed to recruit all three for the same season.

Killing Words No one knows what's truly behind the genial facade of Ramon (Dario Grandinetti), a college instructor who's so meticulous, nothing in his world seems out of order. And yet, his basement is a dark place of chaos, one in which he's forced an unwitting guest named Laura (Goya Toledo) to stay and play a deadly game. The stakes are high: If she wins, she walks; if she loses, her life is on the line. Laura hopes she can hold her own.

Max Dugan Returns In this gentle family comedy from writer Neil Simon, long-lost father Max Dugan (Jason Robards) tries to reconnect with his estranged daughter, Nora (Marsha Mason), who's struggling with the usual trials of single motherhood. But Max's attempts at reconciliation read more like bribery, and his shady past comes between Nora and her cop boyfriend (Donald Sutherland). Matthew Broderick makes his film debut as Nora's teenage son.

Moving Violations Traffic school turns into a prison sentence in this comedy from Neal Israel, the director of Police Academy. Deputy Halik (James Keach) runs his driving school for delinquents with an iron fist, but things turn chaotic when he pushes student Dana (John Murray) too far. His car impounded and license revoked, Dana rallies the other misfit students, and the unruly class sets out to get revenge on their crooked instructor. Jennifer Tilly co-stars.

Put the Camera on Me Filmmaker Darren Stein scoured his personal archives to assemble this pastiche of home videos documenting the formative years that defined his grown-up persona. With his suburban friends as the actors, he began making impromptu films at age 7 about topics ranging from the holocaust to erotic fantasies. Reflecting from his adult perspective, Stein uses his early movies to examine his then-nascent homosexuality and youthful theatrical proclivities.

Another Time, Another Place A whirlwind romance ends in tragedy in this World War II drama starring a young Sean Connery in one of his first leading roles. Stationed in England, American reporter Sara Scott (Lana Turner) falls for married BBC journalist Mark Trevor (Connery), and the two begin a torrid romance. When Mark's plane crashes, Sara is devastated and decides the only way she can move past her grief is to visit his devoted wife, Kay (Glynis Johns).

The Best of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe Mighty warrior He-Man guards the secrets of Castle Grayskull from evil Skeletor and his minions in this 10-episode best-of collection from the classic animated series' first two seasons. Whenever danger threatens the Palace of Eternia, mild-mannered Prince Adam and his skittish tiger, Cringer, transform into muscle-bound He-Man and feisty Battle Cat. Extras include featurettes with the creators and voice-over actors, trivia and trailers.

Sexo por Compasion Kindhearted Dolores (Elisabeth Margoni) has just lost her husband because she's much too nice … in bed. Unable to stop her good deeds -- which entail sleeping with nearly every man who asks -- Dolores becomes notoriously popular in her town, which has metamorphosed from a gloomy place into one filled with joy, thanks to her "work." But all she wants is to be back with her beloved, who seems curiously immune to her feminine allure.

Innocent Victims A courtroom drama based on actual trial transcripts, Innocent Victims tells the story (one that is sadly often true) of how easy it can be for an innocent man to be found guilty of a crime … and then have to pay the penalty. Hal Holbrook, Rue McClanahan and Rick Schroeder star.

The Story of Marie and Julien Director Jacques Rivette's meditation on love and friendship begins with Julien (Jerzy Radziwilowicz), a craftsman who fixes clocks but can't quite repair his broken-down romantic life. Good thing his paramour, Marie (Emmanuelle Béart), is committed, for he doesn't seem to know where their relationship is headed. But when Marie starts acting odd, Julien must rely on the woman he's blackmailing, Madame X (Anne Brochet), to arrive at the truth.

The Best of the Mickey Mouse Club Travel back in time to simpler days, when kids could be kids and were sure to find loads of fun at the Mickey Mouse Club. The iconic variety show first found its roots in the 1950s and gained popularity for its hilarious skits, charming cartoons and entertaining musical numbers. Catch the best segments from the series that launched the careers of the likes of Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake and, of course, Annette Funicello.

The Adventurers South American playboy Dax Xenos (Bekim Fehmiu) struggles to forget his troubled background in this heady political drama based on Harold Robbins's novel. Raised in Italy away from his unstable homeland, Dax romances one woman after another. He finally settles down, but when tragedy occurs, Dax deserts his family to track down his father's killer. Olivia de Havilland, Candice Bergen, Ernest Borgnine, Rossano Brazzi and Charles Aznavour co-star.

Samurai Banners Yamamoto Kansuke (Mifune Toshiro), a Bushido fighter, has risen through the ranks through dishonorable means, a fact that his warlord knows nothing about. To Takeda (Kinnosuke Naka), Yamamoto is the consummate leader, a man beyond reproach. But when they both fall for Princess Yufu (Yoshiko Sakuma), Yamamoto is forced to compete with Takeda, who soon discovers what his once-loyal disciple is all about.

Tetsuo: The Iron Man It starts with a bizarre merging of flesh and metal and accelerates into a hyper- hallucinatory state where springs, wires and solder erupt from a man's body. Japanese with English subtitles.

Freaked Ricky Coogan (Alex Winter) is the spokesman for the EES (Everything Except Shoes) corporation. The company sends him as an emissary to the South American jungle to curb the protests against EES's use of the toxin Zygrot-27. Once there, he becomes the captive of a deranged mutant-making madman (Randy Quaid). Transformed into a freak by Zygrot-27, Coogan leads a mutant revolt in this bizarre comedy co-starring Michael Stoyanov and Megan Ward.

Le Notti Bianche When a man looking for companionship (Marcello Mastroianni) and a woman (Maria Schell) waiting for her errant lover cross paths on a bridge, they never expect to get past "Hello." But before the sun rises, the chance encounter will fuse their destinies, transforming them from strangers to lovers. Luchino Visconti directs this haunting black-and-white romance, which updates a 19th century short story by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.

Hercules: The Legendary Journeys: Season 6 More perilous adventures await the mighty warrior Hercules (Kevin Sorbo) in the exciting final season of the popular fantasy series. Hercules and his faithful friend Iolaus (Michael Hurst) battle bloodthirsty vampires, investigate a mysterious robbery at the First Bank of Greece and save Egypt's Queen Nefertiti from assassins in Season 6. Extras include a special effects featurette, a behind-the-scenes look at the final episode and much more.

Titus: Seasons 1 & 2 Custom cars and cold beers help Christopher Titus survive life with his boozy father, crazy mother and half-wit brother in this hilarious sitcom based on the comedian's unforgiving stand-up routine. Titus's cutting commentary and childhood flashbacks amplify the daily agony he endures courtesy of his dysfunctional white-trash family. Guest stars include David Hyde Pierce and Jay Leno. Extras include rehearsal footage, audio commentary and more.

PRIDE FC: Bushido: Vol. 1 Elite fighters from around the world compete in this "Way of the Warrior" mixed martial arts tournament. Matches include Carlos Newton vs. Renzo Gracie, Dokonjonosuke Mishima vs. Ralph Gracie, Daiju Takase vs. Rodrigo Gracie, Kazuhiro Hamanaka vs. Ryan Gracie, Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic vs. Dos Caras Jr., Sergei Kharitonov vs. Jason "Nobunaga" Suttie, Mauricio "Shogun" Rua vs. Akira Shoji, Chris Brennan vs. Eiji Mitsuoka and more.

PRIDE FC: Critical Countdown 2004 Elite fighters from around the world compete in this martial arts tournament. Matches include Antonio Nogueira vs. Heath Herring, Fedor Emelianenko vs. Kevin Randleman, Sergei Kharitonov vs. Semmy Schilt, Nadya Ogawa vs. Paulo Cesar "Giant" Silva, Kazushi Sakuraba vs. Nino "Elvis" Schembri, Quinton Jackson vs. Ricardo Arona, and Hidehiko Yoshida vs. Mark Hunt. Extras include photos, bios, entrance highlights, featurettes, interviews and more.

PRIDE Fighting Championships: Cold Fury 3 It's kickboxer against jiujitsu warrior, judo fighter against wrestler in this mixed martial arts tournament featuring elite fighters from around the globe showing off their best fight moves. The competition features fan favorites battling it out, including Kevin Randleman vs. Murila Rua, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira vs. Dan Henderson, and Alistair Overeem vs. Bazigit Atajev, plus many other dramatic matches between world-class fighters.

Paper Chasers Filmmaker Maxie D. Collier examines the mogul phenomenon and how it's taken over the hip-hop industry. No longer satisfied with just churning out records, many performers, including Ludacris, Russell Simmons, Usher and Fat Joe, have taken hold of the reins and steered their careers into entrepreneurial directions, becoming, to use a Collier term, "paper pushers" who are involved in marketing, decision-making and all other aspects of business.

20 Years Ago Today: The Story of Live Aid Bob Geldof's vision becomes reality in this overview of the all-star Live Aid benefit concert for African famine relief. Nothing like it had ever been done before, and an estimated 85 percent of TV sets worldwide tuned in to the 1985 concert. This retrospective presents highlights of all the artists featured in the Live Aid set, including Sting, Phil Collins, U2, The Beach Boys, Queen, David Bowie, The Who, Madonna, Mick Jagger and Tina Turner.

Wishing Stairs Teenage jealousy rears its ugly head in this high school horror tale. All the students know the legend about the 28-step staircase located in the girls' dormitory: If each step is counted aloud, the staircase will reveal a 29th step, and a wish is granted. But when one student dies mysteriously and others begin acting possessed, it becomes clear that the staircase is being used for evil. Song Ji-hyo, Park Han-byul and Jo An star.

Winx This colorful collection of episodes from the popular animated series "Winx Club" follows the adventures of Bloom, Flora, Musa, Stella and Tecna -- a band of fashionable she-fairies who draw their powers from the universe's natural elements, including the sun, moon and flowers. With each new magical adventure they undertake, the spunky members of the Winx Club learn even more about love, fun and friendship.

Standard Deviants School: Calculus Students can learn the difficult concepts of calculus via the easy-to-understand language presented by the Standard Deviants School. The courses, written by a team of professors from prestigious universities, take students by the hand and walk them through complex topics with the help of plenty of illustrations and examples. This lesson starts with a review of functions and graphing and also covers limits, derivatives and definite integrals.

Standard Deviants School: Differential Equations Differential equations got you down? Never fear, this Standard Deviants School study guide offers tips, tricks and engaging graphics and animation that make learning intimidating initial value problems a breeze. Topics include higher order differentials, boundary value problems, constant coefficients, separable differentials, method of undetermined coefficients, exact differentials, variation of parameters and linear first order differentials.

Standard Deviants School: Astronomy Standard Deviants School presents a series of lessons for astronomy students. The lesson begins with an overview of the science and information about early astronomers. Students are introduced to astronomy's essential concepts, including gravity, telescopes, Kepler's Laws, the Universal Law of Gravitation and the Doppler effect. Standard Deviants courses have helped hundreds of students and are written by professors from prestigious universities.

Standard Deviants School: Algebra Math students struggling with algebra can get help from the Standard Deviants School team of instructors. This lesson guides students through algebraic problems and linear equations in a relaxed environment and using many examples. Students can learn the basics of algebra and move on to understanding functions, quadratic equations and polynomials. Standard Deviants courses are written by a team of professors from prestigious universities.

Standard Deviants School: Fantasy Literature Fantasy literature -- which boasts such mythical characters as Beowulf, King Arthur and Frodo of The Lord of the Rings -- has always been one of the friendliest and most approachable types of literature. But in the hands of the whimsical creators of the Standard Deviants School, this genre is made even more entertaining. Delve into a parade of classics with this talented team of tutors, who turn learning into one grand adventure.

Standard Deviants School: Geology On the surface -- pun intended -- geology may appear to be nothing more than a nitty-gritty lesson in sticks and stones. And yet, it's actually a comprehensive survey of the Earth and the formations that essentially make up our planet. Learn all there is to know about how the Earth came to be, the physical changes that take place every second, how earthquakes happen, what continental drift is, and more. Resources and test prep included.

Standard Deviants School: World Geography Earth becomes navigable when teachers from the Standard Deviants School are your guides. Here, they delve into geography, visiting such far-flung places as the Caucasus, Central Asia, sub-Saharan Africa, Russia, North Africa and even nearby destinations such as North America, where they introduce the culture and history of the land. They also teach viewers the tools of the trade and give them a glimpse of the breadth and depth of the subject.

Standard Deviants School: Trigonometry You know a subject's complicated when it employs its own lexicon. In the case of trigonometry, it's a world filled with sines, cosines, tangents, quadrants, secants, vertices and more that's enough to make your head spin. But with the help of the able tutors from the Standard Deviants School, that thick jungle turns into a navigable place, made more fun and interesting by the whimsical and often wacky guides who take you there.

Standard Deviants School: Statistics The educators of the Standard Deviants School are known for their ability to make learning a fun adventure -- even with a subject as complicated and challenging as statistics, which is the basis for anything that requires probability and forecasting. Here, the crew and its guest star, Donny Most of TV's "Happy Days" fame, run through the basics of statistics, including how to create graphs, calculate mean and median and spot a Type I error.

Standard Deviants School: Sociology It's time to socialize -- metaphorically, anyway -- with the teachers at the Standard Deviants School. This fascinating review of sociology makes the study of groups and dynamics tons of fun. Get to know Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim and the rest of the great thinkers, how their work in the field has influenced many others, and how civilizations and societies grow, thrive and change. Dr. Ruth Westheimer makes a guest appearance.

Standard Deviants School: Pre-Calculus The teaching staff at the Standard Deviants School is back with this effective and entertaining lesson that explains the basic precepts of calculus -- including rational functions, exponentials and systems of linear equations -- and quickly moves on to more complicated concepts that it breaks down with ease. The highly cerebral subject is made more manageable once its real-life applications are shown. Also includes worksheets and sample tests.

Standard Deviants School: Pre-Algebra Students confounded by pre-algebra can hone their mathematical skills with this engrossing and even entertaining prep conducted by the whimsical tutors from the Standard Deviants School. Learn how to spot a prime number, decipher X and Y coordinates, apply formulas to dizzying equations and come up with absolute values. Also includes homework, home-schooling resources, sample problems and corresponding solutions, and more.

Standard Deviants School: Organic Chemistry Chemistry is tough enough for most -- if not all -- college students; organic chemistry, however, is even tougher. With this DVD, students can navigate this challenging subject that explains the "chemistry of life," including Markovinkov's Rule, hydroxylation reactions, cycloalkene conformations, nomenclature and carbon compounds. Also includes homework to help viewers hone their skills, as well as study guides and practice tests.

Standard Deviants School: Italian Learning a new language can be awkward at best -- especially when you're not actually living in the country where it's spoken -- but this Italian tutorial from the Standard Deviants School educational series makes the process effective and entertaining. Ciao down on a splendid repast of pronunciation and grammatical rules, and get the lowdown on conducting conversations that cover social niceties and other rudimentary dialogues.

Standard Deviants School: Geometry For many high school students, geometry is a jumble of lines and angles; their meaning, relevance and significance are difficult to gauge in a modern world. But with the Standard Deviants School crew's light touch, a subject that's often overwhelming and mind-boggling is broken down into understandable and even entertaining parts. Brush up on formulae, theorems and other geometric concepts with this effective and entertaining guide.

Standard Deviants School: No-Brainers on Personal Finance Looking to gain control of your financial future? Standard Deviants School can help with this guide to personal finance. The lesson includes a seven-step plan for finding ways to make your money work for you that includes dreaming, setting goals, financial planning, budgeting, saving, investing and portfolio strategy review. Learn the benefits of financial planning and the secrets to saving and investing from two financial experts.

Standard Deviants School: SAT Prep The SAT functions essentially as a gatekeeper, helping college admissions directors pick and choose from a flood of applicants so they can welcome the best of the bunch. Students who want to excel in the SAT should check out this entertaining "lesson" conducted by the raucously informative Standard Deviants School crew, who run viewers through the paces so they'll be well-prepared for the pivotal college entrance exam.

Standard Deviants School: Psychology There's a psychology to learning -- especially when your teachers are the entertaining crew of the Standard Deviants School -- and the subject of psychology is no exception. Here, the team helps curious viewers learn the basics of human behavior. They also cover the complex functions of the brain and how it teams up with other parts of the body to influence how humans choose to act and react. Includes test-prep tips and other helpful strategies.

Standard Deviants School: Finance It's hard for students to wrap their minds around the larger-than-life concept of fiscal responsibility, but the entertaining tutors from the Standard Deviants School can help. Here, they review such nuts-and-bolts subjects as understanding stock market tables, how to compute interest rates, determining whether a financial portfolio is balanced, and how to squirrel away pennies for a rainy day. Also includes homework and study guides.

Unfaithfully Yours In this pitch-black comedy from legendary writer-director Preston Sturges, Rex Harrison stars as Sir Alfred De Carter, a world-famous symphony conductor consumed with the suspicion that his wife's having an affair. During a concert, the jealous De Carter entertains elaborate visions of vengeance, set to three separate orchestral works. But when he attempts to put his murderous fantasies into action, nothing works out quite as planned.

The Secret Garden The BBC brings Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic children's novel to life in this family-friendly drama with winning performances. Sent to live with her rich Uncle Archibald (John Woodnutt) after her parents' unexpected death, young Mary Lennox (Sarah Hollis Andrews) is looking for happiness. But inside her uncle's dreary house, she finds much misery and mourning -- until a magical outdoor discovery changes everything.

Violent Femmes: Permanent Record: Live & Otherwise Milwaukee alternative rockers the Violent Femmes perform those angst-ridden songs that made them one of the most popular college bands of the 1980s in this concert at the Boat House in Norfolk, Va. Composed of Gordon Gano, Brian Ritchie and Victor DeLorenzo, the band struck a chord with alienated teens via songs such as "Blister in the Sun" and "Add It Up." Extras include seven music videos and a street performance of "Kiss Off."

Hunter: Season 2 Dirty Harry's met his match in NFL-player-turned-cop Rick Hunter (Fred Dryer); the hard-nosed detective continues to take down society's worst criminals in Season 2. This season, Hunter tracks the brute who raped his partner, DeeDee McCall (Stephanie Kramer) and investigates a murder involving Russian spies. James Whitmore Jr. and Bruce Davidson co-star. Guest stars include Isaac Hayes, Garret Morris and Jane Russell.

Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: Thom's Home "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" interior design man Thom Filicia hosts a collection of highlight footage from the show's most memorable home transformations, revealing tips and tricks for dressing up dismal digs. From using color and paint to make a statement to choosing the right furniture for the dimensions of your space, this how-to guide will help you make the most of your apartment, home or loft.

Queer Eye for the Straight Guy: Ted's Food and Wine "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" food-and-wine man Ted Allen hosts a collection of highlights from the show's finest moments, offering up an arsenal of appetizing tricks to help you create memorable meals. Featured segments cover everything you need to know to become king of the kitchen, from cooking with herbs and planning a menu to organizing your kitchen and choosing the right wine for your entrée.

Cool Runnings: A Reggae Movie Reggae legends jam to the Jamaican beat in this classic film of the 1983 Reggae Sunsplash. Held in Montego Bay, the festival showcases the finest in reggae, dub and ska. This particular concert features Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers at a crucial time in the band's career, plus the island stylings of reggae greats Gil Scott-Heron, Alton Ellis, the Skatalites, Gregory Isaacs, Sugar Minott, Bankie Banx, Third World and Musical Youth.

Bruce Li in New Guinea Get to know the force and will of Bruce Li, one of the most well-known and influential martial artists to follow in the steps of the ultimate fighter, Bruce Lee. Sporting a moniker that's fittingly similar to his mentor's, Li displays his finely tuned skills for battle in New Guinea, where he must defend himself and the rest of his traveling compatriots from tribal warriors mesmerized by a menacing cult figure. C.Y. Yang directs.

Ichi-1 Pushed over the edge by relentless bullying, high school student Shiro Ichi (Nao Omori) explodes into a violent rage in this prequel to Takashi Miike's Ichi the Killer. The live-action tale centers on Ichi, a voyeur obsessed with watching tough guy Dai (Teah) duke it out. Ichi never reacts to the other kids' taunts, until one day when he unleashes his suppressed rage onto his tormentors. But can the new Ichi defeat the meanest bully in school?

Wicked Intentions: Hellinger / The Night Owl A demonic entity stops at nothing to protect young Melissa in the first horror film in this double feature. Hellinger killed Melissa's abusive father; 20 years later, he returns to mutilate anyone he thinks might do her harm. Can Melissa's cousinstop Hellinger's bloody rampage once and for all? And John Leguizamo and James Raftery star in The Night Owl, about a thirsty East Village vampire who winds up falling in love with an intended victim.

The World of Oz: The Patchwork Girl of Oz / The Magic Cloak of Oz Fantasy comes to life in these two silent films created by Oz author L. Frank Baum's film company. In The Patchwork Girl of Oz, a boy named Ojo befriends a lively rag doll. Together, they journey to the magical land of Oz, where they encounter colorful characters and help save the citizens of Emerald City from the evil Queen Ozma. In The Magic Cloak of Oz, a young boy and his sister must stop Queen Zixi from stealing their magic cape.

The Cantinflas Show: Paginas en la Historia Cantinflas brings a smile to the little ones in this vintage animated children's series. The beloved funnyman appears as an adorable cartoon version of himself in this entertaining and educational show in which he uncovers fascinating facts about famous people in history and historical events. Cantinflas is one of the most well-known actors in the history of Mexican cinema. This DVD features eight episodes and is available only in Spanish.

The Cantinflas Show: El Universo Mexico's numero uno comedian, Cantinflas, brings a smile to the little ones in this vintage animated children's series. The beloved funnyman appears as an adorable cartoon version of himself in this entertaining and educational show in which he explores the wonders of the universe. Cantinflas is one of the most beloved and well-known actors in the history of Mexican cinema. This DVD features eight episodes and is available only in Spanish.

The Definitive History of WWII In a short six years' time, 35 million people, many of them civilians, died during the greatest conflict of the 20th century. This 10-part documentary provides a poignant look at World War II through interviews with veterans who recount their personal wartime experiences and shed new light on the conflict. The comprehensive series also features rare and previously unseen war footage from archives all over the world.

Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom: Mammals of North America Daring outdoorsman Marlin Perkins hosts this classic Emmy Award-winning show that aired on prime-time television from 1968-71 and set the bar for nature documentaries. Perkins treks through North America in search of the region's fascinating mammals in this collection featuring 10 most-requested episodes. The adventurer braves the bitter Arctic as well as broiling Southwest deserts to observe polar bears, otters, wild horses and other mammals.

Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom: Dangerous Encounters in the Wild Intrepid adventurer Marlin Perkins hosts this classic Emmy Award-winning nature show that aired on prime-time television from 1968-71 and set the bar for nature documentaries. Perkins travels the globe in search of dangerous animals in this collection featuring 10 of the most requested episodes. The adventurer braves perilous reefs and mosquito-infested bayous to come face to face with toothy critters including sharks, alligators and crocodiles.

Hyper Street Racing: Type B Hard-core street racers wreak havoc in this outrageous video that puts you in the driver's seat with footage shot from an in-car camera. There's plenty of fearless drifting, burnouts and racing footage, but the madness doesn't end there. The Hyper Street Racing team is captured clowning around, destroying houses and golf carts and break dancing, and it's all set to an adrenaline-pumping soundtrack of underground punk and hip-hop tunes.

Life of Rayful Edmond: The Rise & Fall 1 Notorious drug dealer Rayful Edmond's life of crime didn't end after he was sent to prison to serve two life sentences; the Washington, D.C., man began using the phone in the federal prison to set up a drug trafficking operation with Colombian drug lords. Although he later cooperated with federal agents to trap four other inmates doing the same thing, 30 years were added to his sentence. This documentary chronicles Edmond's rise and fall.

Sorority Girls' Revenge Sorority pledges get revenge on a couple of peeping Toms in this titillating comedy. Forced to spend a weekend in a remote locale in order to become Tri-Eta sorority girls, five college girls capture a father-and-son peeping Tom team. The men play dumb, and one girl takes a fancy to the son, but the others get back at the men using military maneuvers. Stacy Oliver, Kevin Wortman, Kelly Kraegel, Tisha Brown and Nicole Holmes star.

Zurdo A tough cop challenges a marble-playing phenom to a duel in this futuristic tale. Young Lefty can beat anyone in his village at marbles, but when a corrupt police officer in a nearby town hears he's got competition, he dares Lefty to a game. Lefty's fan club is there to cheer him on as he competes against the villain. Alex Perea, Alejandro Camacho, Arcelia Ramirez and Eugenio Derbez star; DJ megastar Paul Van Dyke adds the techno beat soundtrack.

The Stone Raft Five individuals experience supernatural events that lead to the Spanish peninsula wrenching away from Europe on a collision course toward North America in this surreal comic parable. Brought together by unknown forces, the strangers search for the hidden meaning behind the catastrophe, while others flee the floating landmass for safer ground. Ana Padrao, Gabino Diego, Iciar Bollain, Diogo Infante and Federico Luppi star.

The Elusive Avengers Adapted from Pavel Blyakhin's novel Red Little Devils, this action-packed comedy was a hit in Russia and remains a beloved classic. Set in the 1920s, the story follows four friends -- a student, a Gypsy, an orphan and his sister -- as they set out to avenge the death of the orphan boy's father. The clever friends disguise themselves and sneak into the enemy's camp, but danger lurks around every corner. Vitya Kosykh and Misha Metelkin star.

The New Adventures of the Elusive Avengers Nothing will stop a daring band of teenagers from retrieving a top secret map in this Russian spy comedy. The Elusive Avengers are back in action, and this time the fearsome foursome must distract the enemy in order to sneak into Counterintelligence Headquarters, crack open the chief's safe, steal a classified map and make it out safely before they're discovered. Viktor Kosykh, Mikhail Metelkin, Vasiliy Vasilyev and Valentina Kurdyukova star.

Sweet Bird of Youth Hoping to jump-start his acting career, an opportunist romances an aging movie star in this adaptation of Tennessee Williams's play. Chance Wayne (Mark Harmon) seduces fading actress Alexandre Del Lago (Elizabeth Taylor), who refuses to let the charlatan break off their relationship when he's through using her. Chance also faces the wrath of powerful politician Tom Finley (Rip Torn), the father of the actor's hometown girlfriend.

Comedy Legend: Buster Keaton Legendary comedian Buster Keaton wriggles out of one tight spot only to wind up in another sticky situation in this compilation of the actor's extraordinary work, which spans his career from early silent shorts with pal Fatty Arbuckle to feature-length talkies with screen legend Jimmy Durante. Keaton's undeniable talent shines in gems such as The General, The Love Nest, The Balloonatic and many other hilarious films included in this collection.

Feeding Boys, Ayaya Director Cui Zi'en's drama provides a stark look at male prostitution in China. The film centers on Dabin, a Christian evangelist determined to reform every hustler on the streets, especially his little brother, Xiao, who runs off after an argument with Dabin. While searching for his brother, Dabin tries to convert many young hustlers, but he also gains a broader understanding of why so many boys resort to prostitution. Jia Ge and Hou Jian star.

Rubber Johnny Innovative U.K. filmmaker Chris Cunningham -- best known for his cutting-edge work on music videos for Björk, Madonna and Portishead -- delivers an experimental short film with haunting imagery, set to a soundtrack by Aphex Twin. Locked away in a dark basement with his pet Chihuahua, a mutant baby named Johnny entertains himself by transforming into nightmarish shapes and popping wheelies in his wheelchair.

Alone with Dennis Locorriere: The Voice of Dr. Hook Dr. Hook vocalist Dennis Locorriere performs the band's best-loved hits from the 1970s and some of his best new material as a solo artist in this live concert performance from his "One of the Lucky Ones" tour. Songs include "The Wonderful Soup Stone," "Sylvia's Mother," "A Little Bit More," "Dance on Daddy's Feet," "I Think I'm in Love," "More Like the Movies," "When You're in Love With a Beautiful Woman" and "Sexy Eyes."

American Beer Armed with a minivan and a camera, five thirsty friends set out from New York City on the ultimate road trip -- a self-guided tour through 38 breweries in 40 days. Sampling brews from Vermont to Oregon and everywhere in between, the tasters test ales from mid-sized companies, microbreweries and the makers of so-called "craft beers," discovering as much along the way about the individual beers as the men and women who make them.

Divas of Dance Some of the biggest names in dance are showcased in this unusual collection of memorable performances. Witness a triumvirate of belly-dancing mavens -- Rania, Jayna and Suhaila -- as they display some electrifying moves. Also, Batiste Gremaud exhibits scorching Flamenco steps; Joanne Bailer lets the crowd in on the fun with a riotous line dance; and hip-hop artist Madonna Grimes freestyles on the dance floor.

Locura Pasional Cesar del Campo and Manuel Casanueva star in this heartbreaking tale of love and betrayal. An anguished Alberto (del Campo) learns he won't be going to prison after all for killing his wife. But what truly happened? In a series of flashbacks, the film reveals how their enviable relationship wound up becoming tortured and how jealousy reared its ugly head, destroying the bonds that once united them for eternity. Spanish with English subtitles.

Arriba Las Manos Texano Alfonso Mejia, Bruno Rey and Carlos Suarez star in this Spanish-language film that tracks the journey of two men, Erick and a stranger known simply as The Texan, who meet under the most unusual circumstances and discover they both have a passion for truth and justice. Their paths cross when The Texan rescues Erick from near-certain death at the hands of gangsters; now, their mission is to help a woman save her family's land from greedy hustlers.

Sid & Marty Krofft: Saturday Morning Collection Men and women who grew up on Saturday morning cartoons in the 1970s will feel like kids again with this charming collection of animated features that welcomed an entire generation every weekend. Sid & Marty Krofft's show infused fantasy and whimsy in a time slot some may feel was devoid of creativity. But in Krofft land, kids found humor and hours of music. Includes H.R. Pufnstuf, Electra Woman and Dyna Girl, Magic Mong and more.

Howard Lederer: Poker Fantasy Reality Poker guru Howard Lederer shares his secrets for mastering the complex and compelling card game with 200 visitors to his Poker Fantasy Camp in -- where else? -- the gambling capital, Las Vegas. In attendance are other poker enthusiasts such as Erik Seidel, Annie Duke and Gus Hansen, who share their wisdom and strategies with a rapt audience. The DVD also includes a strategy chart, glossary and tournament rules.

Howard Lederer: "Tells" All World-famous poker player Howard Lederer tells all in this DVD designed to teach the basics of No-Limit Texas Hold 'Em. As he teaches players the basics of the game -- along with tips on when to hold 'em and when to fold 'em -- he focuses on reading your opponent's body language in order to figure out his next move and whathis hand could be. This DVD will prepare you for a night of poker with a group of friends or at a table in a Vegas casino.

Howard Lederer: Secrets of Texas Limit Hold 'Em Howard Lederer, arguably the world's best No-Limit Texas Hold 'Em player, shares his secrets about one of poker's most popular games. Lederer teaches betting strategy, gives valuable hints about spotting tells, shares clues on bluffing, gives ideas about slow play, and tells fascinating stories about championship play. Players new to the game can learn the basics, while intermediate players can learn how to sharpen their skills.

Champion Fundamentals: Going All-In Learn the basics of Texas Hold 'Em from four champion poker players. Gus Hansen, Andy Bloch, Phil Laak and Antonio Esfandiair simulate a real game situation to teach strategy, playing early, middle and late positions, how to manage your bankroll, reading the board and how to bluff. Watch the professionals play several exciting hands of poker and learn how to win one of the most popular games in Las Vegas.

60 Minutes to Winning Blackjack In 1994, a team of MIT students changed the world of gambling forever and "brought down the house" by winning millions playing blackjack. Their methods have been kept a secret until now. Former MIT student and 2004 World Series of Blackjack Champion Mike Aponte teaches the fundamentals of the game and the art of card counting. The DVD includes interactive practice chapters to help improve the game of players at all skill levels.

Patlabor: The Mobile Police: The New Files In this four-episode collection of the anime adventure series based on Masami Yuuki's serial, brave officer Noa of the Special Vehicles Division 2 soars through the city in her giant robot and investigates crimes committed by worker-robots. Noa and the rest of the ragtag team -- Asuma Shinohara, Clancy Kanuka, Isao Ota and Captain Goto -- gather up the heavy artillery when a giant black robot known as the Griffin begins terrorizing the town.

Doubt After countless bad dates, a gay man begins to worry that his new partner is cheating on him in Crisaldo Pablo's drama set in the Philippines. Erik and Cris have been a couple for a few months when Erik begins working late hours and spending more and more time away from home. Suspecting infidelity, Cris must decide what to do: Should he confront his lover, spy on him … or should he trust him? Andoy Ranay and Pablo Gabriel star.

Confessions of a Lap Dancer A stripper who moonlights as a prostitute reevaluates her life in this steamy drama. Erica Parley enjoys making big money, but her parents won't give her custody of her daughter, and her boyfriend leaves her when he finds out that she's supplementing her exotic dancing income by turning tricks. With her life falling apart, Erica makes a rash decision that lands her in jail and forces her to take a long, hard look at her life. Josie Hunter stars.

Arisan! A handsome architect struggles with his sexual orientation in this Indonesian comedy. Sakti lives with his nagging mother and hides his true feelings in the closet, but things change when he meets attractive television producer Nino. Sakti's colleagues begin to suspect that Nino's more than a friend, and rumors swirl around the traditional arisans -- afternoon gatherings of gossipy women. Cut Mini Theo, Tora Sudiro and Aida Nurmala star.

Victoria De Los Angeles and the McGill Chamber Orchestra In this live 1986 concert with the McGill Chamber Orchestra, world-famous Spanish soprano Victoria de Los Angeles sings selections from George Frideric Handel's "Judas Maccabeuas" and Giacomo Puccini's "La Boheme," as well as works from Antonio Vivaldi and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The Elmer Iseler Singers also join the orchestra to perform Franz Joseph Haydn's "Symphony No. 19" and Mozart's "Tantum Ergo."

The Place Promised in Our Early Days In this animated film, Japan is under two regimes after the country's loss in World War II. Hokkaido remains under Japanese rule while America holds the rest, a bitter division that's wrenched the nation and left its citizens confused. Curious, Sayuri and her pals decide to build a vessel that would help them investigate a looming tower in Hokkaido, a plan they abandon when Sayuri falls ill. Is there a connection between her coma and the tower?

Butterflies: Series 1 This 1970s hit TV show stars Wendy Craig as Ria, a housewife who begins to analyze her life and finds it sadly wanting. She's married to Ben (Geoffrey Palmer), a miserable dentist who doesn't get along well with their children, the sarcastic Adam (Nicholas Lyndhurst) and the pensive Russell (Andrew Hall). But breaking out of her mold is a wrenchingly challenging process, one that unfolds in the first six episodes collected in this series.

Marilyn Monroe: A Life in Pictures Screen legend Marilyn Monroe sings about diamonds, men and heartache in this collection of 24 musical performances from films including Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, The Seven Year Itch, Some Like It Hot and How to Marry a Millionaire. The DVD also chronicles events in Monroe's life, such as her marriages to Joe DiMaggio and playwright Arthur Miller, through rare clips, newsreel footage and movie trailers.

Snoop Dogg: Unauthorized Hang with rapper Snoop Dogg with this unauthorized look at one of the most respected gangsta artists of all time. Camera crews capture the true essence of the Dogg Father, revealing how the cool Long Beach native dug out his own unique hip-hop turf and proved that an underdog from the mean streets can conquer any challenge and come out on top. Follow Snoop's remarkable life and career as he doggedly travels rough roads on a quest to be the best.

Kanye West: Unauthorized From wildly successful Grammy-winning producer to platinum recording artist, rap star Kanye West has put his permanent stamp on the genre. This in-depth look at the Chicago native traces his journey from his role in the careers of Jay-Z, DMX, Brandy, Alicia Keyes, Janet Jackson, Jadakiss, John Legend, Lil' Kim, Eve, Jermain Dupri and Mary J. Blige, among others, to his own musical vision that's marked him as one of hip-hop's hottest new voices.

Dogora Authorities are puzzled when diamonds begin disappearing, but the real shocker is the thief's identity: a giant alien jellyfish! The world spins into chaos as gems go missing from Tokyo to New York City, and scientists learn that an alien is sucking up the Earth's matter, ingesting it and multiplying. As the sky becomes filled with hungry jellyfish, it's up to officials to save humankind from extermination. Yosuke Natsuki and Yoko Fujiyama star.

Kung Fu of Tai Kwan Do World War II rages on as a young Chinese soldier (Bolo Yeung) grapples with the harsh realities of trying to survive on the battlefield. The Chinese rebels continue to hold their siege against the advancing Japanese forces, and their determination is showcased in one grueling yet mesmerizing martial arts sequence after another. But can the rebels' strategy save them, or will it end up failing them as their defenses crumble one by one?

Hollywood Rivals Collection In a place as competitive as Hollywood, it's no surprise that rivalries -- real or imagined -- were the stuff of gossip pages and fan clubs. But were they really that competitive, or was all the intrigue just for show? This fascinating compendium delves into the supposed enmity between such stars as Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin; Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich; Bette Davis and Joan Crawford; and Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire.

Classic TV Comedians You'll be rolling on the floor with laughter when you view this collection, part of a series that showcases the early stage work of some of America's funniest and best-loved comedians. This compendium features none other than Bob Hope and Bob Newhart. Their earliest clips display their timing and genius -- proving they were pros from the very start -- and provide a rare glimpse into the career trajectory of two brilliant performers.

Six Against the Rock This action-adventure film mines the history books for material as it recounts the tale of a daring outbreak from the normally impenetrable -- and inescapable -- island of Alcatraz in the spring of 1946. David Carradine stars as the leader of a gang of inmates planning to break out of The Rock, even if it means they may lose their lives. They have just one shot at freedom … and failure is not an option. Dennis Farina and David Morse co-star.

Stone Pillow The legendary Lucille Ball takes on a more somber role than usual as bag lady Florabelle in this heartwarming movie about hope and friendship. Florabelle becomes the unwitting guide to the streets for Carrie (Daphne Zuniga), a New York social worker who thinks she has lessons to offer the down-and-out clients she serves at the homeless shelter. Soon, however, Carrie realizes that she's the one who has much to learn.

To Catch a King The American owner (Robert Wagner) of a Portuguese bar is roped into the high-stakes world of espionage and international crime when he and his star performer (Terri Garr) discover a plot hatched by the Nazis to abduct British royalty living in Lisbon. The unwitting duo has little time to spare as they decide what to do with the information, which comes pivotal at the height of World War II. The fate of the free world may rest in their hands.

Bruce Le's Greatest Revenge Rediscover the power of Bruce Le, aka Little Bruce, the martial artist who distinguished himself among many when Bruce Lee died and left vacant his throne as the ultimate cinematic fighter. In this action-packed adventure, prejudice is running rampant in China, and it's up to the indefatigable Le to inspire others to rise up and fight the scourge of racism that's threatening to overcome his country. Tso Nam Lee directs.

Getting Da Munchies Jai's (Jai Norman) house is party central. While his parents are away, he's hosting -- without their knowledge, of course -- a video game knockout extravaganza that's filled the place to the rafters with friends and hangers-on. When a guest offers Jai a toke of weed, it brings on the munchies; obsessed with satisfying his craving, he and his pals go on a snack run, but their excursion turns out much more complicated than expected.

Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence: Music Video Anthology Composer Kenji Kawai has long been known for the haunting melodies he's spun for numerous Japanese animated movies, work that has earned him an Annie Award nomination. In this collection, Kawai's music is interpreted for the screen in a handful of music videos that exemplify the lushly complex feel of his work, which once again finds voice in director Mamoru Oshii's sci-fi anime adventure Ghost in the Shell 2.

The Old Man and the Sea Academy Award-winning actor Anthony Quinn tackles the role of Santiago -- the courageous fisherman drawn by writer Ernest Hemingway, whose novel serves as inspiration for the character -- in this haunting film about perseverance. Having failed to capture a single fish in months, Santiago is determined not to fail, even if it means casting out day after day no matter how futile the task may seem. Gary Cole and Patricia Clarkson co-star.

Urusei Yatsura Ova 6 These two episodes from the "Urusei Yatsura" series follow the adventures of Lum, the scantily clad alien princess from the planet Oniboshi, and her troupe of human friends. In "Ryoko's September Tea Party," flashbacks reveal the pasts of Ryoko's various guests. In "Memorial Album," more flashbacks tell the family history of the Mendou clan through a mixture of new animation and scenes from the original series.

Urusei Yatsura Ova 5 These two episodes from the "Urusei Yatsura" series follow the adventures of Lum, the scantily clad alien princess from the planet Oniboshi, and her troupe of human friends. In "Nagisa's Fiancé," Lum, Ataru, Mendou and Shinobu unsuspectingly visit an inn on a haunted island. In "The Electric Household Guard," the ninja Mendou hires to be his new personal attendant turns out to have unusual abilities and a crush on Mendou's sister, Ryoko.

Mimino A simple country boy experiences life in the big city in this award-winning Russian comedy. Hoping to get his international airline pilot license, Soviet Georgian helicopter pilot Mimino (Vakhtang Kikabidze) leaves his village and heads to Moscow. Once there, he meets Suren (Frunzik Mkrtchyan), an Armenian. Despite the animosity between their countries, Mimino and Suren revel in many adventures and do their best to annoy uptight city folk.

Hollywood Couples Collection Although celebrities cherish their privacy, when two stars couple up, audiences have always taken notice. Get to know some of the steamiest Hollywood partnerships to have captured the imagination of fans: George Burns and Gracie Allen's long-lasting love was the envy of many; Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio typified the opposites-attract rule; and Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton exemplified the idea of star-crossed lovers.

Beautiful Hunter Shion, a dangerously sexy young woman, also happens to be the top assassin for the Magnificat crime ring, a powerful family whose syndicate is far reaching. Ordered to kill the man she loves, Shion refuses and is immediately marked for execution. Now, Shion must run from the only family she had and, as she tries to build a new life, stay one step ahead of her old family.

The 4th Annual New Jersey Reggae Fest The fastest way to get to Jamaica may just be by way of Newark, N. J., with this concert DVD that captures some of the best moments of the 4th Annual New Jersey Reggae Fest in 2004. The event featured an impressive roster of performers, including Bounty Killer, Capleton, Kevin Lyttle, Angel Dollas, Macka Diamond, Richie Spice and Chuck Fender, all of whom manage to whip the crowd into a frenzy of joy and excitement.

Sweet Honey in the Rock: Singing for Freedom Grammy-winning gospel angels Sweet Honey perform live at San Francisco's renowned Glide Memorial Church in this inspirational 1995 concert. Known for their uplifting performances, the African-American female quintet performs songs from their award-winning children's albums "All for Freedom" and "I Got Shoes." Songs featured in this concert include African spirituals, civil rights anthems, classic children's songs and a joyous a capella rap.

Make a Wish Little Fish Soothe your little one with this transcendent video featuring stunning underwater footage of colorful fish and gently swaying aquatic plants. Both parents and children can relax to this calming program that can help relieve stress, induce relaxation and lower blood pressure at the end of a long, hard day. A special segment for parents provides expert tips on helping little ones achieve a peaceful night's sleep.

The Best of B.J. Thomas: Live Successful country/pop singer B.J. Thomas performs hits such as "(Hey Won't You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song" and "Hooked on a Feeling" in this collection of his most beloved songs. Born in Houston, Texas, Thomas scored a huge hit with Burt Bacharach and Hal David's "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head" (from the blockbuster 1969 film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid), which is also included in this best-of collection.

Living in Missouri Childhood pals grow up and fall apart at the seams in this dark comedy set in the Midwest. Ryan (Connor Ratliff) and Todd have been friends forever, but adulthood proves unfulfilling. Ryan's marriage to Amy (Christina Johnson) is in jeopardy, while Todd lives with his parents and envies Ryan's marriage. When Amy begins confiding in Todd, he's convinced he's having an affair with his best friend's wife, resulting in a series of misunderstandings.

Jazz Giants: Legends of Modern Music: Vol. 2 Musical giants Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and Fats Waller ushered jazz into the mainstream with their style, charisma and talent. This DVD features the three legends performing some of their most beloved hits, including Waller's "Ain't Misbehavin'," Armstrong's "5 Guys Named Moe" and Cole's "Got a Penny," as well as toe-tapping performances by Cab Calloway, The Mills Brothers, Dorothy Dandridge, Bill "Bo Jangles" Robinson and others.

Tino Vision Bring the rave into the comfort of your own home with this collection of techno, trip-hop and jungle-genre videos compiled by Meat Beat Manifesto's Jack Dangers and renowned experimental music video director Ben Stokes. The DVD features rare music videos from many artists showcased at the RES Festival, including cuts from Dangers, Tino, DJ Shadow, D.H.S., Meat Beat Manifesto, DJ Radar, Enitokwa, Davy Force! and Afrunk.

T.V. Smith: One Chord Wonder An underground sensation that burned up the stage at London's Roxy in the late 1970s, British punker T.V. Smith and his band The Adverts scored hits with the singles "One-Chord Wonders" and "Gary Gilmore's Eyes." This DVD contains material from three of Smith's shows, including one of his earliest solo gigs at the Holidays in the Sun festival in 1996. Smith went on to enjoy success as a solo artist after The Adverts called it quits.

Inside Bad Company 1974-1982 English musical superstars Bad Company helped define the classic rock era. During the 1970s, the band produced numerous smash hits and several multi-platinum albums, including "Bad Company," "Straight Shooter" and "Run with the Pack." In this critical review of the group, a team of critics, biographer Steven Rosen and Bad Company founding member Simon Kirke revisit and assess the band's work from their heyday.

An Evening with Kiri Te Kanawa Backed by the London Symphony Orchestra in London's Royal Albert Hall, famed soprano Kiri Te Kanawa sings selections from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "The Marriage of Figaro" ("Dove Sono"), Giacomo Puccini's "La Rondine" ("Chi il Bel Sogno di Doretta") and Gustave Charpentier's "Louise" ("Depuis le Jour"). The songstress also shows off her Broadway side, with Jeremy Irons and Warren Mitchell joining her onstage for selections from "My Fair Lady."

Dixie Dregs: Live at the Montreux Jazz Festival 1978 Pumping out their signature sound -- a fusion of jazz, rock and bluegrass -- the Dixie Dregs wow an exuberant audience at Switzerland's prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival. Guitarist Steve Morse, violinist Allen Sloan, bassist Andy West, drummer Rod Morgenstein and keyboardist Mark Parrish crank it up for the crowd, delivering an array of musical gems. Songs include "Freefall," "Country House Shuffle," "Patchwork" and "Take It Off the Top."

Blow! DVD Magazine: Vol. 4: Pushin the Raw and Uncut A quarterly DVD magazine that covers urban lifestyles and the hip-hop culture, Blow features exclusive interviews, photo shoots, music videos and more. In this volume, 50 Cent (the erstwhile Curtis Jackson) recounts his story, discusses being in Iraq and reveals his lowest point; Fat Joe chats about the happiness his family brings him; and Black Thought spills the beans about rap artists' real source of money.

Shadow Dancers: Vol. 3: Platinum Honeys of Hip Hop The third volume in this dance series will have partygoers grooving in no time. Featuring women who've hit the stage and dance floor at the Las Vegas joint Shadows, Platinum Honeys of Hip Hop gathers the best footage of the club's dancers as they make each hip-hop beat their own. Producers say no event will languish in ennui once these images, accompanied by some of the biggest hits of the genre, make their way across the screen.

Shadow Dancers: Vol. 2: Let's Hear It for the Boys Set the mood at your next big party with this DVD, the second in a series that culls footage of dancers grooving to the latest tunes. Let's Hear It for the Boys features the male dancers at Shadows, a Las Vegas establishment that's far from established and every bit as edgy and sexy as it seems. Producers tout this film as a surefire way to add pizzazz to any event -- as long as there's room for dancing, of course!

Richard Clayderman: Essential World-famous French pianist Richard Clayderman presents his Essential performances in this DVD. The prolific musician (he's had more than 250 gold and 70 platinum records) performs "A Night in Budapest / Hungarian Dance No. 6 / Bohemian Melody / Hungarian Dance No.5 / Ballade Pour Adeline," "Piano Concerto No. 1," "Desperado," "Chinese Garden," "The Last Days of Anastasia Kemsky," "Whispers," "Letter to My Mother" and "Ballade Pour Adeline."

Rebel Salute 2005: Roots Singers Reggae legend Tony Rebel, whose music festival has been an annual event in Jamaica, presents a collection of some of the most influential roots reggae singers performing today. This Rebel Salute DVD includes performances by rasta-revival artist Luciano, Richie Spice, the intense and unforgettable Junior Kelly, Half Pint, the legendary Nadine Sutherland, Natty King, Sweet C, Brah Yan, I'ngel Chanta, Honey Comb and To Isis.

Rebel Salute 2005: Roots Dancehall Music legend Tony Rebel, the man who brought Jamaica's Rebel Salute festival to life for more than a decade, brings together roots music and dancehall in this DVD featuring some of reggae's greatest live performers. The amazing collection of artists, who come from all over the world, include Buju Banton, Anthony B, Chuck Fender, Assassin, Fantan Mojah, Perfect, Sista Carol, Queen Ifrica, Turbulance and Jah Mason.

Rebel Salute 2005: Back to the Foundation Go "Back to the Foundation" with Tony Rebel and his premier roots festival of reggae and dancehall music. Music legend Rebel is one of reggae's most influential entertainers, and his peaceful, progressive festival -- where drugs, alcohol and meat are banned -- features some of the genre's best acts, including Jimmy Cliff, Sly and Robbie, Johnny Clark, Max Romeo, Ras Michael and Mutabruka, with a special guest appearance by Rebel.

Radio Free Roscoe: Season 1: Greatest Hits Fed up with the tyranny of Principal Waller and his Cougar Radio station, Robbie McGrath (Nathan Stephenson) sets out to save Roscoe High. He and friends Lily (Kate Todd), Travis (Nathan Carter) and Ray (Ali Mukaddam) create Radio Free Roscoe, an underground station where the kids are free to say whatever they want -- no matter how controversial. This disc contains five episodes from Season 1 of the series created by Will McRobb.

The Michael Schenker Group: Live in Tokyo 1997 Guitarist Michael Schenker (previously of the Scorpions, UFO and Contraband) takes the band he's fronted all the way to Japan for this captivating concert, part of his "Unforgiven" world tour. The masterful musician shows he still has the chops -- and then some -- as he performs moving renditions of hits old and new, including "In Search of the Peace of Mind," "Assault Attack," "No Time for Losers," "Too Hot to Handle" and more.

Jools Holland: Later... Even Louder This raucous disc features 31 live performances from some of rock's most influential bands. Watch and listen as Metallica rips through "King Nothing," Primal Scream ravages "Rocks" and Sonic Youth smashes up "Drunken Butterfly." Other bands include Green Day, Interpol, Jane's Addiction, The Distillers, Hole, Kings of Leon, John Cale, Desert Sessions featuring Josh Homme and P.J. Harvey, Alice in Chains, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, and Jet.

Inner City Streetball This is no ordinary pick-up game. The World Street Ball Association presents a guide to the world of inner-city streetball, a fast and furious game that's taken the nation's outdoor courts by storm. Meet the hottest streetball stars and see their amazing moves as they play on their home courts and in tournaments. Inner City Streetball is where the game and hip-hop meet; the disc features hip-hop stars Jay-Z, The Roots, RZA, ODB and Mobb Deep.

Rautavaara: Rasputin: An Opera in Three Acts Composer Einojuhani Rautavaara molds a moving opera out of larger-than-life Grigory Efimovich Rasputin's life story. This astounding performance explores the roots of Rasputin, who rose out of the peasant ranks of Russia to become one of the most enigmatic figures of the Russian revolution. A mystic who gained access to the royal court, his role in the coup d'état remains shrouded in mystery and myth, making for fascinating musical fodder.

Mel Lewis: Jazz Masters Series Meet Mel Lewis, the jazz drum master who singularly claimed the instrument as his own and was point man for numerous ensembles beginning in the late 1940s. This program, part documentary and part concert, features Lewis's work with his legendary band, the 17-piece Jazz Orchestra, and showcases his sensational percussion skills. Watch as they run through some of the most memorable tunes of the genre, including bebop, big band and fusion.

Eddy Arnold Sings the Hits Country music receives a shot in the arm with this collection that features Tennessee-born crooner Eddy Arnold taking on some of the genre's best-loved tunes. During the 1940s and '50s, Arnold rose to supremacy with his silken voice and songs that were at once graceful and doleful. Tracks in this compendium include the classic "Tennessee Waltz," the sweet "Easy on the Eyes" and the joyful "Just Another Polka."

Soggy Bottom U.S.A. Moonshine and madness reign in this mirthful adventure that has a sheriff, Jacob Gorch (Don Johnson) trying to take control of his runaway life. It doesn't help that his cousin, Isum (Ben Johnson), has been making and swilling liquor, a contraband during Prohibition. Matters turn even worse when a crooner hits Jacob's town of Soggy Bottom, ready for some action. Can Jacob keep it together? Earl Boen and Lois Nettleton co-star.

Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee / Mississippi John Hurt: Rainbow Quest Rainbow Quest sings the blues in this collection of two episodes from Pete Seeger's 1960s show. The first section features the masterful partnership of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee, who cook up a splendid musical mix with the guitar and harmonica. Next up is Mississippi native John Hurt, who headlines a bill that also includes Hedy West and Paul Cadwell, fellow entertainers who have tapped the depths of sorrow to become folk legends.

The Mahalia Jackson Collection Gospel great Mahalia Jackson sings praises and shares her faith in this rousing collection of her unforgettable performances. Jackson made a name for herself from the 1940s through the '60s with her soulful renditions of classic tunes, including "Sweet Hour of Prayer," "Silent Night," "Nobody Knows" and more. Whether onstage or on-screen, Jackson never fails to bring the faithful crowd to its feet.

Mc5: Kick out the Jams! Revolutionary Detroit rockers MC5 bulldozed inroads for punk and innovative metal bands. On this DVD, never-before-seen color footage of MC5 (shot by photographer Leni Sinclair at the height of the band's career during the late 1960s) is blended into a psychedelic trip by conceptual artist Cary Loren. Songs include "Kick Out the Jams," "Come Together" and "Looking at You." The DVD also features an interview with MC5 manager John Sinclair.

Devo: Live 1980 New wave misfits Devo perform live at the Phoenix Theater in Petaluma, Calif., in this footage compiled from a 1980 concert. On tour to promote their album "Freedom of Choice," the boys whip out tunes including "It's Not Right," Pink Pussycat," "Whip It," "Girl U Want," "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction," "Swelling Itching Brain" and many more. Extras include footage of Devo's alter-ego band, Dove: The Band of Love, from a 1980 concert.

The Louisana State Mass Choir: Live in New Orleans Assembling the Louisiana State Mass Choir from among Cajun country's finest gospel singers, Bishop Larry L. Brandon gathered the choral group to perform at Shreveport's Praise Temple Full Gospel Baptist Church. This spirited musical compilation contains first-rate presentations of soulful standards that include "In Your Presence," "God Will Take Good Care of You," "Perfected Praise" and scores of other hymns.

Mickey Gilley: In Concert See one of country music's most popular stars in concert. Mickey Gilley, cousin to music legend Jerry Lee Lewis, brings his blend of country, rock and blues to the stage as he performs some of his beloved songs. Gilley has enjoyed 16 No. 1 hits during his long career, including "Room Full of Roses," "I Overlooked an Orchid," "City Lights," "A Headache Tomorrow (or a Heartache Tonight)," "Stand by Me" and "True Love Ways."

Air Supply: The Ultimate Performance See one of the most successful acts of the early 1980s perform their beloved hits. Australian soft-rock band Air Supply made it to the top of the music charts with "Lost in Love," "All Out of Love" and "Every Woman in the World"; now, Russell Hitchcock and Graham Russell reunite to play their hit songs in concert. The program also includes "The One That You Love," "Here I Am (Just When I Thought I Was Over You)" and "Sweet Dreams."

Shadow Project: And Then There Was Death Goth artist Rozz Williams and his wife, Eva O., perform live with their post-Christian death band Shadow Project in this collection of performance clips from the 1990s. A blend of punk, glam and experimental sounds, Williams's progressive band performs songs including "Here and There," "Death Plays His Roll," "Static Jesus," "Holy Hell," "Holding You Close" and "Under Your Wing." Extras include interviews and spoken word performances.

Red Alert: Under a Catalonian Sky British punkers Red Alert perform live in Europe and America in this two-concert DVD. Formed in 1979 and reformed in 1990, the band relives their early days with a performance at Barcelona's Sister's Bar in 2004. The second bonus show was filmed during the band's U.S. tour in 2000. The group, which hails from Sunderland, England, performs their hits including "In Britain," "Take No Prisoners" and "City Invasion."

Hip Hop By Da Bay Oakland rapper Jahi hosts this collection of performances by some of the San Francisco Bay Area's most promising hip-hop artists. Underground clubs The Black Box and Expressions set the stage for this compilation of clips showcasing talented artists including Jahi, Attik, Krushadelic, Zion I, Ise Lyfe and Pro. With a history steeped in jazz, blues, R&B and funk, the Bay Area harbors one of the hottest underground rap scenes around.

Chucho Valdes: Latin Jazz Founders Legendary pianist and Cuban national treasure Jesus "Chucho" Valdes talks candidly about his monumental ensemble Irakere in this tribute to one of the greatest Cuban bands of all time. The film features live performances of songs such as "Misa Negra," "Chango" and "Stella Va a Estallar" and interviews with Chucho, Oscar Valdes, Carlos Emilio Morales, Enrique Pla, Jose Luis Cortes, Julio Padron, Cesar Lopez and other Irakere band members.

Billy Childish: Is Dead One of the most prolific punker-poets around, Billy Childish has recorded more than 50 albums, written more than 30 volumes of poetry and created thousands of paintings in his 24-year career. This documentary chronicles the artist's life through interviews, live performances and tour footage of Childish's band, The Buff Medways. The film also features clips of Childish's home life and insight from friends and admirers.

Bodysong Named Best Documentary Feature at the British Independent Film Awards, director Simon Pummell's ambitious project depicts the story of humankind through a compilation of film clips from the last 100 years, collected from countries across the world. Featuring a powerful score by Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood, the film captures the experience of love, sex, violence, death and dreams through a range of moving images from newsreels to home movies.

Ciara: Goodies: The Videos & More Sultry, independent and strong, Southern singer Ciara has made a name for herself in the male-dominated world of crunk, breaking onto the charts with the smash single "Goodies," a female rap response to sexist behavior. This collection presents the music videos for the "Goodies" album, including Ciara's follow-up hits "1, 2 Step" (featuring Missy Elliott) and "Oh" (with Ludacris), as well as a behind-the-scenes documentary.

Beautiful Prey This Japanese thriller finds a beautiful policewoman becoming entangled in Japan's S&M underground while investigating a gruesome murder. Soon, her investigation has led her to a seductive sadist and his equally appealing masochist victim. Falling prey to her suspects' powerful allure, she struggles to extricate herself from an increasingly torrid affair to solve the mystery she set out to investigate.

Beautiful Beast Ran, a devastatingly beautiful woman, has an equally deadly secret: her alter ego is the Black Orchid, the world's deadliest assassin. No one who has ever seen her has lived to tell about it, making her the most effective weapon on the planet. However, Ran finds herself caught up in a tangled web of sex, desire, and murder as she carries out what was supposed to be a routine hit in Beautiful Beast.

Beautiful Killing Machine Rei Natsume stars in this sexy thriller as Cheryl, a beautiful bodyguard whose looks belie her lethal skill. On what she believes to be a routine assignment, Cheryl finds herself trapped in a deadly situation when she and her client cross paths with "The Owl," a notorious hitman. Knowing that both she and her client's lives are in danger, Cheryl must stop at nothing to put an end to The Owl.

Beautiful Target Kyoko is not only a beautiful woman, but also she is a talented forensic scientist. When a succession of terrifying murders stump the police, they call on Kyoko to analyze the bodies for clues. Kyoko, however, has little luck finding evidence, and so chooses to place her own life on the line to stop the killing!

Beautiful Weapon In this erotic thriller, a beautiful blind assassin is assigned to seduce her next target and then kill him. However, during her relationship with the target, she learns too much, prompting her employer to send out a hit man after her. Soon, the two assassins find themselves involved in a battle of wits that turns into a forbidden romance. But with a dangerous criminal organization looking to silence her once and for all, one of the two must die.

Deep Purple: Burn: Ultimate Critical Review Thirty years after the release of "Burn," Deep Purple bassist and vocalist Glenn Hughes and a panel of critics and musicians give their in-depth review of the 1974 album, which includes the songs "Might Just Take Your Life," "What's Going on Here" and "You Fool No One." The DVD also features rare footage and live radio broadcasts from the "Burn" promotional tour and interviews with Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Paice, Jon Lord and David Coverdale.

Bellini: I Puritani Backed by the symphony orchestra and chorus of Barcelona's Gran Teatre del Liceu, soprano Edita Gruberova stars in Vincenzo Bellini's last opera as the tragic Elvira, a governor's daughter who's driven to madness when she believes her true love, Arturo (José Bose), has married another woman. Carlos Alvarez co-stars as Richard, a Puritan officer who can't win Elvira's heart, along with Simon Orfilia in the role of Elvira's uncle.