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Borat Fans of the HBO comedy series "Da Ali G Show" will be delighted to join one of their favorite characters -- the Kazakhstani reporter Borat (Sacha Baron Cohen, in a Golden Globe-winning role) -- as he travels to America to report on the "greatest country in the world." Camera in tow, the boorish journalist sets off on his cross-country road trip, but his original purpose is soon subsumed by a much greater quest -- finding and marrying actress Pamela Anderson.
Fast Food Nation Richard Linklater's fictional tale (inspired by Eric Schlosser's 2001 book of the same name) critiques the junk-food juggernaut that's arguably responsible for America's alarming obesity rates. Don Henderson (Greg Kinnear), a corporate exec of a national fast-food chain, follows beef's journey from the corrals to the slaughterhouses and ultimately to your stomach. The power cast includes Ethan Hawke, Patricia Arquette and Bruce Willis.
Let's Go to Prison John Lyshitski (Dax Shepard) gets his chance for sweet revenge when Nelson Biederman (Will Arnett) -- the son of the judge who sent Lyshitski to jail -- is wrongfully convicted of a crime and sentenced to prison. The scheming Lyshitski deliberately gets tossed back in the clink, where he does everything in his power to ensure that his new cellmate -- Biederman -- experiences all the wonders of prison life. Chi McBride and Dylan Baker co-star.
Confetti As if there weren't enough pressure involved in walking down the aisle, three engaged couples up the stakes as competitors out to capture the prized "Most Original Wedding of the Year" title. Can the brides and grooms-to-be pull off their dream nuptials ... and live happily ever after? Director Debbie Isitt captures all the matrimonial madness in this hilarious unscripted mockumentary starring an impressive ensemble cast of UK comedic talents.
Decoys: The Second Seduction In this sequel to the 2004 chiller Decoys, the sex-crazed alien beauties have moved on to a new college campus in a different part of the country to continue their quest to replenish their species. Finding perfect breeding material in the hunky (and horny) college boys who inhabit the town, the gals go to work, and the male population begins to dwindle. Kim Poirier, Corey Sevier, Tobin Bell and Dina Meyer co-star.
Stargate Atlantis: Season 2 A band of researchers travels through a mysterious teleporter and finds the fabled lost city of Atlantis -- and a dangerous alien race. In Season 2 of the popular sci-fi series, the squad learns more about their new nemesis, the Wraith, and the strange devices left behind by the extinct Ancients. Led by Dr. Elizabeth Weir (Torri Higginson) and Maj. John Sheppard (Joe Flanigan), the team finds adventure daily at the far end of the universe.
Requiem Set in 1970s Germany, this taut drama from director Hans-Christian Schmid follows troubled 21-year-old Michaela Klingler (Sandra Huller), a devout Catholic whose epilepsy results in a tragic exorcism. Michaela is determined to get a college education regardless of her condition, but the pressures of school and sexual awakenings give rise to seizures that she ascribes to demonic possession. Based on a true story, the film also stars Imogen Kogge.
Machuca Set in 1973 Santiago amid political unrest, this tale centers on the friendship of two schoolboys from vastly different backgrounds. After receiving a scholarship for poor kids, new pupil Pedro (Ariel Mateluna) is bullied by his rich peers. Seeking escape from his stormy home life, well-to-do Gonzalo (Matias Quer) befriends Pedro. The two grow close despite class hierarchy, but politics invade the school and threaten to destroy their friendship.
Marcus Roger (Marc Rose) anxiously awaits an overdue reconciliation with his sister Brooke (Frankie Ingrassia) at a Christmas gathering with old friends and lovers. Unexpectedly, a stranger arrives claiming to be Brooke's boyfriend Marcus (Ross Kurt). But as the evening wears on without Brooke, suspicions mount, tempers flare and terror reigns. Bob Hardison and Rich Robinson co-wrote and co-directed this horror festival favorite.
Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield In this thriller based on the real-life story of the notorious rural Wisconsin serial killer, police discover a grisly scene at the secluded home of outcast Ed Gein (Kane Hodder). The gruesome find sends shockwaves across the country and haunts imaginations with the details of the demented killer's deeds. Gein's personality brings to mind Psycho's Norman Bates, Silence of the Lamb's Buffalo Bill and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre's Leatherface.
Kettle of Fish Mel (Matthew Modine) is a jazz musician with a serious lust for women of all types. When he finally decides to commit to his girlfriend, Inga (Ewa Da Cruz), fate delivers the ultimate test of fidelity in the form of an attractive biologist (Gina Gershon) who sublets Mel's apartment. Toss in a beautiful bride-to-be (Christy Cashman), whom Mel falls for, and you have all the ingredients for a classic romantic screwball comedy.
Northern Exposure: Season 6 Fans of the popular cold climate television series will warm to this group of final season episodes about a big-city doctor assigned to the quirky Alaskan town of Cicely. Changes this season include the introduction of Dr. Phil Capra (Paul Provenza) as Joel Fleishman's replacement and Teri Polo as Phil's wife. Devotees of the highly acclaimed comedy will delight in this collection, which includes deleted scenes.
Walkout It's 1968 in East Los Angeles, and Chicano high school students stage a coordinated series of walkouts to protest prejudice and poor school conditions. Led by teacher Sal Castro (Michael Pena), the students stand up to police and bureaucrats in an effort to improve the lives and futures of all students. Director Edward James Olmos's drama is an inspiring chronicle of the historic standoff that forever changed Latino communities across the nation.
John and Mary Groundbreaking and controversial at the time of its release because of its depiction of a one-night stand, this romantic drama tells the story of John (Dustin Hoffman, in a BAFTA Award-winning performance) and Mary (Mia Farrow), who meet in a bar, sleep together, then spend the next day wandering through New York getting to know each other. The film garnered several Golden Globe nominations and a British Academy Award nomination for Farrow.
Death Row When a group of documentary filmmakers enters a decaying prison that was shut down after a riot caused the grisly deaths of both inmates and guards, they don't realize a band of brutal fugitives is squatting in the building. And, even worse, the ghosts of riot victims still lurk in the walls, seeking revenge. Directed by horror master Kevin VanHook, this gore fest stars Jake Busey, Stacy Keach, Danny Arroyo and Danny Trejo.
Spies, Lies & Naked Thighs United Nations translator Alan (Ed Begley Jr.) and his kindergarten teacher wife, Beverly (Linda Purl), are drawn into a world of international espionage when an eccentric CIA agent who looks exactly like Alan's old college pal, Freddie (Harry Anderson), persuades them to help him thwart a presidential assassination plot. Packed with oddball characters, this kooky spy spoof co-stars Wendy Crewson, Rachel Ticotin and Brent Carver.
Sabrina the Teenage Witch: Season 1 The world of Sabrina Spellman (Melissa Joan Hart) turns upside down on her 16th birthday when she discovers she's a witch from a long and illustrious line of sorcerers. But as she learns how to control her powers with help from her aunts (Caroline Rhea and Beth Broderick), Sabrina must conceal her secret from friends, her beau, her archrival and especially her suspicious vice principal. First season guests include Raquel Welch and Jack Wagner.
Cult A college project goes horribly wrong when four students investigating a historic local cult for a class discover that the group's power came from an ancient Chinese amulet infused with an otherworldly force. As they try to solve the mystery of the jewelry, they unleash the fury of a murderous supernatural power. An official selection at the 2006 Shriekfest Film Festival in Los Angeles, this spine-chiller stars Rachel Miner and Taryn Manning.
The Other Side of Midnight After U.S. pilot Larry Douglas (John Beck) abandons his naive French lover, Noelle Page (Marie-France Pisier), in the midst of World War II, the embittered Noelle pledges to use men only for their money and power. Though she ends up snagging a millionaire hubby, she can't shake her feelings for Larry and hires him to fly her private jet. But her revenge plot soon rekindles old passions in this steamy drama based on a novel by Sidney Sheldon.
Cinderella Liberty While on shore leave, sailor John Baggs Jr. (James Caan) wins some alone time with prostitute Maggie (Marsha Mason) but has second thoughts about how to spend the evening when he discovers her hard-knock life. So what does he do? He ends up marrying the single mother. But Maggie finds she can't settle into married life and runs off, forcing Baggs into a sticky situation with his superiors. Eli Wallach, Dabney Coleman and Kirk Calloway co-star.
Machine In debt to brutal crime boss Paul Santo (Nick Vallelonga), former Special Forces mercenary turned hardened criminal Vic (Michael Lazar) and his partner, Frank (Paul Sloan), must assassinate three witnesses tapped to testify against Santo. To fulfill the obligation, they'll have to avoid both a corrupt vice cop (Neal McDonough) and Santo's sadistic sidekick (Michael Madsen). Michael Lazar directs this gun-blazing crime drama.
Meerkat Manor: Season 1 A tight-knit family of meerkats -- descriptively dubbed "the Whiskers" -- puts an animal spin on human drama in this heartwarming Animal Planet series that follows their daily struggles living on the edge of Africa's Kalahari Desert. In the show's first season, Flower bears a new litter of pups; Shakespeare tangles with a puff adder; Youssarian rallies to protect his clan; and Mozart gets kicked out of the burrow.
Miami Ink: Season 1 When Ami James, Chris Garver, Darren Brass and Chris Nunez open a tattoo parlor in Miami, it's the fulfillment of a dream the buddies have harbored since studying together under the late, great Lou Sciberras more than a decade ago. This Discovery Channel reality series takes viewers inside their world. It's a glimpse into the stories behind the often elaborate body art and the personalities who dream of making their bodies their canvases.
Kabul Express Indian reporters Jai (Arshad Warsi) and Suhel (John Abraham), Afghan driver and translator Khyber (Hanif Hum Ghum) and American photojournalist Jessica (Linda Arsenio) are taken on a perilous journey when Khyber's cab is hijacked by Imran (Salman Shahid), a Pakistani soldier and Talibani seeking safe passage across the Afghan-Pakistan border. Five people of different beliefs and bound by hate and fear must embrace their commonality to survive.
Strange Circus A reality-bending fantasy, this visually inventive shocker from Japanese director Sion Sono tells the story of suicidal teenager Mitsuko (Rie Kuwana) who's forced to watch her parents lovemaking from inside a locked cello case with a peephole, then sexually abused by her brutal father after her mother's suspicious death. But is her tragic tale true, or is it merely a novel being written by wheelchair-bound author Taeko (Masumi Miyazaki)?
Strawberry Shortcake: Her Very First Adventures Strawberry Shortcake is the star of the show in this pair of vintage animated adventures that originally aired on television in the 1980s. "The World of Strawberry Shortcake" introduces first-time fans to the sweet-smelling characters of Strawberry Land. Then, in "Strawberry Shortcake in Big Apple City," Strawberry and her friends travel to compete against the Peculiar Purple Pieman of Porcupine Peak in a televised bakeoff.
Ivana Trump's For Love Alone When beautiful young Czechoslovakian ski prodigy Katrinka Kovár (Sanna Vraa) meets a wealthy American businessman (Stephen Collins), she's swept away by his glamorous lifestyle. But the dark shadow of a long-hidden secret from her past threatens to ruin their love affair. Based on her best-selling novel and inspired by her personal experiences, this high-society drama features a cameo appearance by Ivana Trump and co-stars Madeline Kahn.
Ozie Boo!: Learn to Live Together: Vol. 1 Join penguin friends Ted, Ned, Ed, Fred and Nelly for a series of animated Antarctic adventures that find them exploring their icy habitat and learning valuable survival lessons along the way. This volume of episodes finds the friends using their collective might to outwit two of their most dangerous natural predators: Orca the whale and Leo the snow leopard, either of whom would eat them if they ever got the chance!
Night of the Comet Earth has been ripped to shreds after a run-in with a killer comet, and those who have survived are in a fight for their lives in this campy cult classic. Valley Girl Reg (Catherine Mary Stewart) and her sister (Kelli Maroney) discover they're two of the lucky few. But scientists are after them, and now they must run. Why? Because the researchers believe they need the blood of survivors to concoct a drug that can save them all from further ruin.
Interstate 84 When a body turns up in an upstate New York river, worn-out alcoholic cop Joe Weldon's (John Littlefield) investigation leads him to a shady hustler (Kevin Dillon) and a troubled young punk (Harley Cross), who both crossed paths with the dead man. As Weldon digs deeper into the events leading up to the crime, he's forced to examine his own personal demons. Written and directed by Ross Partridge, this indie crime drama co-stars Megan Dodds.
Delirium On their way to enjoy the perpetual partying of spring break, six friends are stranded in the harsh desert when their car breaks down. At dusk, they begin a trek to the nearest town, unaware of a mysterious killer lurking in the dark with plans to turn their road trip into a fatal detour. Mike Burnell and Tallia Cuellar co-star in this frightening tale of madness, vengeance and redemption directed by Mark Allen.
Ozie Boo!: Learn to Live Together: Vol. 2 Bundle up for another installment of animated Antarctic adventures with penguin friends Ted, Ned, Ed, Fred and Nelly, a colorful crew that continues exploring their icy habitat and learning valuable lessons along the way. Themes in this volume focus on friendship, fearlessness and survival, all of which come in handy when the penguins run into their rivals Leo the snow leopard and Orca the whale.
Alone in the Neon Jungle After the police chief (Danny Aiello) transfers streetwise cop Capt. Janet Hamilton (Suzanne Pleshette) to a crime-ridden district dubbed "the Sewer," she begins to suspect the area is a hotbed of police corruption. And her investigation into a sergeant's murder reveals some shocking truths about her own colleagues. Directed by Georg Stanford Brown (who also has a small role), this gritty crime drama co-stars Frank Converse and Jon Tenney.
The Manitou When Karen (Susan Strasberg) tries to have a tumor removed, she discovers it's actually the deformed fetus of an ancient Native American shaman ready to be reincarnated. Soon, the evil spirit bursts forth, and Karen turns to a sham psychic (Tony Curtis) and a contemporary medicine man (Michael Ansara) for a showdown with the murderous creature. Stella Stevens, Burgess Meredith and Jon Cedar co-star in this campy chiller.
Private School At the uppity Cherryvale Academy for Women, Christine Ramsey (Phoebe Cates) and her archrival, Jordan Leigh-Jenson (Betsy Russell), set their sights set on the same clueless hunk (Matthew Modine), a student at nearby Freemount Academy for Men. Comedy reigns supreme as the two babes wrangle over their man. Meanwhile, a trio of academy boys, desperate for a glimpse of female flesh, will stop at nothing to catch the Cherryvale girls in the buff.
Billy Blanks: Tae Bo: Celebrity Fit Sculpt Seven-time world karate champion and trainer to the stars Billy Blanks helps you firm up, gain strength and sculpt your body with this high-powered program. Blanks leads viewers through the unique blend of boxing, martial arts and dance he created and dubbed Tae Bo. Bonus features include a section that teaches you the more complicated moves before you incorporate them into the routine.
Billy Blanks: Tae Bo: Celebrity Fit Cardio Seven-time world karate champion and trainer to the stars Billy Blanks gets your blood pumping with this high-powered program designed to help you burn fat, firm up and slim down. Blanks leads viewers through the unique blend of boxing, martial arts and dance he created and dubbed Tae Bo. Bonus features include a section that teaches you the more complicated moves before you incorporate them into the routine.
Men Behaving Badly: The Complete Series Roommates Kevin (Ron Eldard) and Jamie (Rob Schneider) are devoted to their immaturity. Kevin is irresponsible and messy but near-perfect compared to superslacker and slob Jamie. While Kevin's girlfriend (Justine Bateman) is determined to correct his boyish ways, Jamie resolves to offset her attempts with immoral support. Based on the British series, this sitcom continues through its second season, in which Jamie gets a new roommate (Ken Marino).
Street Life In the slums of Memphis, survival is not assured, and the hustle is never-ending. For one group of young men, the only way out is to make crime pay. They hijack shipments of expensive goods, sharing the profits with the poor. But when one of these urban Robin Hoods is robbed by a crooked banker, all hell breaks loose. He'll stop at nothing to regain his fortune … but this next heist may be his last. Christopher Anderson and D'Army Bailey star.
Billy Budd Peter Ustinov directs this adaptation of Herman Melville's seafaring novel about young Billy Budd (Terence Stamp), who's forced to serve in the British navy during wartime. The naive Budd must prove himself to his fellow shipmates, but after an unfortunate incident, he winds up accused of murder. Ustinov does double duty by portraying the ship's captain. Melvyn Douglas, Robert Ryan and John Neville also star.
Prisoner of Zenda (1937) Director John Cromwell brings Anthony Hope's most famous novel to the big screen. Intrigue abounds as Englishman Rudolf Rassendyll (Ronald Colman) poses as his nobleman cousin, King Rudolf, who's been abducted. The goal is to keep the king's disappearance hushed until he can be rescued, but Rassendyll's growing infatuation with a fellow royal (Madeleine Carroll), among other entanglements, threatens to foil the already complex plans.
Prisoner of Zenda (1952) Days before his coronation, Prince Rudolf (Stewart Granger) is kidnapped and will have to give up the throne to his younger brother if he's not present at the ceremony. To foil the plot, a British tourist who's a dead ringer for the prince (Granger again) must step in and pretend to be the rightful heir in this classic adventure tale. The plan proceeds swimmingly until Rudolf's fiancée, Princess Flavia, starts to notice his unusual behavior.
Judgment Two parents (Keith Carradine and Blythe Danner) are horrified to discover that their son has been molested by their parish priest (David Strathairn). The devout couple is torn between their faith and their need to protect their family and shocked when it appears the church is ready to close ranks to take care of its own. Based on a true story about a predatory Louisiana priest, this film dramatizes what has become the church's worst nightmare.
Captain Horatio Hornblower Oscar-winning actor Gregory Peck stars in this adaptation of C.S. Forester's novel that chronicles the adventures of British naval Capt. Horatio Hornblower. The swashbuckling captain heads to Latin America, where he tangles with El Supremo (Alec Mango) and comes to the aid of a damsel in distress (Virginia Mayo). Christopher Lee, Robert Beatty, James Robertson Justice, Denis O'Dea and Terence Morgan co-star.
The Affair Travis Holloway (Courtney B. Vance) is a black American soldier stationed in World War II England who becomes involved with Maggie Leyland (Kerry Fox), a married white woman. He soon finds himself squeezed between the forces of prejudice and injustice when he's falsely accused of a crime and only Maggie can exonerate him. But will she reveal the affair, and likely lose her family, to free an innocent man?
Madame Bovary On trial for writing an indecent novel, French author Gustave Flaubert (James Mason) must prove that his famous book Madame Bovary is in fact a moral story. Flaubert becomes the narrator for this story within a story about the lovely but unhappy Emma Bovary (Jennifer Jones), who seeks love outside a stifling marriage. The affairs at first bring excitement, but Flaubert's tale makes clear that her adulterous choices will destroy her family.
The Three Musketeers In this 1948 version of the Alexandre Dumas classic, Gene Kelly stars as D'Artagnan -- an eager young noble who forges an ironclad friendship with the titular trio, Athos (Van Heflin), Porthos (Gig Young) and Aramis (Robert Coote). Together they must defend Queen Anne (Angela Lansbury) from the evil Lady de Winter (Lana Turner) and Prime Minister Richelieu (Vincent Price). The star-studded swashbuckler also stars June Allyson.
Death Train A former soldier in the war in Kosovo, Lasko (Mathis Landwehr) renounces violence and seeks peace at a monastery. While traveling on a pilgrimage, his train is hijacked by criminal mastermind Lennart (Arnold Vosloo), who threatens to release a deadly virus. Now, the ex-soldier is caught in another war -- one that only he can stop. Stephan Bieker co-stars in this full-throttle actioner from Germany.
The Princess and the Goblin All it takes is a little spunk for a princess to stop an evil goblin from overthrowing her family's kingdom in this kid-friendly animated adventure based on the classic fairy tale by George MacDonald. Because of her fear of the outside world, Princess Irene has never stepped outside the castle walls -- and the same can be said of her beloved cat, Turnip. But with an army of greedy goblins lurking underfoot, the time seems right for her to change …
Prince Stories Three princes deliver three times the adventure in this trio of animated tales about heroism, selflessness and responsibility. In "Young Hercules," a boy with superhuman strength is tasked with performing four seemingly impossible labors; in "Secrets of the Hunchback," a kindhearted outcast helps a Gypsy girl find true love; and in "Moses," a young prince who learns the truth about his past shuns the comforts of royalty to realize his destiny.
Princess Stories A trio of tales about three very different princesses proves there's more to being royal than being sweet and looking pretty -- it also takes courage and spunk. In "Mulan," a brave girl joins up with the Chinese army; in "Snow White," a fair-skinned beauty finds a new home with dwarfs after being driven away by her jealous stepmother; and in "Secret of Anastasia," a teenage girl with amnesia begins to wonder whether she has royal blood.
The Firm Bootcamp: Maximum Calorie Burn Providing fun and effective workouts, the Firm has helped millions of people accomplish their fitness goals. This program offers a high-powered fat-blasting routine that blends hard-core boot camp exercises with an aerobic cardio workout in a combination that will help you lose flab and firm up. With her energetic enthusiasm, fitness instructor Alison Davis supplies tons of tips, encouragement and inspiration.
Gakuen Heaven Based on the popular video game, this anime series follows the misadventures of the students at the prestigious Bell Liberty Academy for Boys. Average guy Ito Keita is shocked when he's invited to attend the elite institution. Unnerved by the mystery, he's further distracted by the school's social dynamics. Lacking any particular ability, just why has Ito been welcomed into the privileged world of the talented and the beautiful?
Slippin': Ten Years with the Bloods After the 1992 Los Angeles riots, filmmakers Tommy Sowards and Joachim Schroeder picked up their cameras and spent the next decade documenting the lives of five Blood gangstas, capturing the raw realities, deadly rivalries and tragedies of South Central's gang scene. As K.K., Jumbo, Dig Dug, C.K., and Low Down try to survive and conquer the mean streets, they're locked in a violent, eye-for-an-eye turf war against their sworn enemies, the Crips.
Masterpiece Theatre: Dracula Lord Holmwood's (Dan Stevens) quest to cure his blood disease before marrying Lucy (Sophia Myles) leads him to Transylvania's Count Dracula (Marc Warren) and unwittingly gives the Lord of the Undead passage to London to continue his reign. Determined to stop Dracula is vampire scholar Abraham Van Helsing (David Suchet). Tom Burke, Stephanie Leonidas, Rafe Spall and Donald Sumpter co-star in this production based on Bram Stoker's classic novel.
And Quiet Flows the Don In this epic adaptation of the Mikhail Sholokhov novel, the life of one man -- a fiery Russian Cossack -- is viewed in the context of a decade that saw World War I, the Russian Revolution and Russia's civil war. After fighting in World War I, Grigori Melekhov (Pyotr Glebov) returns home only to engage in a different battle -- this one against his father, who's forced him into an arranged marriage. Sergei Gerasimov directs this visual stunner.
Commissar Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Klavdia Vavilova (Nonna Mordyukova) -- a female commander in the Red Army -- is forced to stay with a Jewish family until her child is born, an experience that proves transformative for both Klavdia and her hosts. Aleksandr Askoldov directs this controversial Russian drama based on a short story by Vasili Grossman, a film that was banned by the Soviet government for more than 20 years.
Dolly Parton & Friends Down-home country diva Dolly Parton shares the spotlight with superstars Kenny Rogers, Linda Ronstadt, Anne Murray, Emmylou Harris and others in this collection of performances from 1976. Parton and friends sing country and pop classics including "I Will Always Love You," "My Blue Ridge Mountain Boy" and more. Other guests include Ronnie Milsap, Rod McKuen, Marylin McCoo, Billy Davis Jr. and Randy Parton.
Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends: Season 1 Told by his mom that he's too grown up to play with imaginary friends, 8-year-old Mac takes best friend Bloo to Madame Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends in Cartoon Network's award-winning animated series. Join Mac, Bloo and the other wacky imaginary friends as they experience one crazy adventure after another. Created by animator Craig McCracken ("The Powerpuff Girls"), the series has earned multiple Emmys.
Rick Steves: Italy's Cities 2000-2007 Join popular travel expert Rick Steves as he gives you a personal tour of the best cities in Italy in seven half-hour episodes. Cruise Venice's Grand Canal in a gondola; get a preview of high fashion in Milan; relax in a village alongside Lake Como; soak in Renaissance art in Florence; view grand art and architecture in Rome; eat pizza in its birthplace, Naples; and climb through the ruins of Pompeii.
The Loop: Season 1 Nothing in college prepared Sam Sullivan (Bret Harrison) for life as the youngest executive at the corporate headquarters of a major airline in this Fox sitcom co-starring Mimi Rogers. Now, not only does he have a lunatic boss (Philip Baker Hall) and an oversexed fortysomething colleague (Rogers) to deal with, but his home life is far from calm as his roommates (Amanda Loncar, Eric Christian Olsen, Sarah Mason) do their best to lead him astray.
The Return of Frank James Director Fritz Lang made his first foray into color with this gritty Western starring Henry Fonda as Frank James, who sets out to avenge the killing of his brother, Jesse. Accompanied by young sidekick Clem (portrayed by child star Jackie Cooper), Frank sacrifices his life of anonymity to hunt down Bob Ford (John Carradine), the backstabbing coward who murdered Jesse in exchange for a pardon. Gene Tierney makes her film bow as a nosy reporter.
Honor Roll: College Basketball: Vol. 3 College basketball inspires gifted players to reach beyond their capabilities, but who were the all-time greats? ESPN broadcaster Rece Davis introduces some of the sport's most impressive performances, focusing on the greatest teams, the most amazing clutch plays and the most dramatic stories behind the games. With insightful analysis and plenty of game footage, this is a must-see for any college hoops fan.
Jesse James Wild West brothers Frank and Jesse James (Henry Fonda and Tyrone Power) turn to a life of crime when a greedy railroad agent kills their mother in this action-filled mixture of fact and fiction that traces the evolution of the James legend, from their Missouri childhood until Jesse's death. The notorious outlaws' exploits robbing trains and holding up banks make them popular folk heroes -- and wanted criminals on the run.
Honor Roll: College Basketball: Vol. 1 College basketball brings out the best and fiercest fans, but what were the most exciting games ever? ESPN broadcaster Rece Davis goes over the sport's best matchups in this collection that focuses on some of the game's larger-than-life characters and the powerhouse schools that turn out pro contenders. Hoops fanatics will also thrill over Davis's insightful analysis and an impressive compilation of game footage.
The True Story of Jesse James Robert Wagner stars as Jesse James in director Nicholas Ray's nuanced retelling of the notorious bank robber's life story. Chronicling Jesse's final 18 years, the film sheds light on the circumstances, experiences and events that led to his transformation from simple farm boy to trigger-happy outlaw. The high-powered cast includes Hope Lange, John Carradine, Agnes Moorehead and Jeffrey Hunter as Jesse's older brother, Frank.
Toe Tags A sadistic killer is stalking the beautiful, wealthy residents of an elite Valley Creek apartment complex, offing them one by one in this bloody thriller. It's up to detectives Kate Wagner (Darla Enlow) and Mark Weiss (Marc Page) to solve the gruesome case, which becomes more puzzling at every turn. As things really heat up, Kate and Mark are suddenly shocked to discover that they have a personal connection to the murders.
Rick Steves: Spain & Portugal 2000-2007 Join popular travel expert Rick Steves as he gives you a personal tour of the best in Spain and Portugal in six half-hour episodes. In Spain, gaze at a Picasso in Madrid; hang out with students in Salamanca and learn about El Greco in Toledo; dance the flamenco and eat tapas in Sevilla and Andalusia; and lay out on the beach at Costa del Sol. In Portugal, relive the glory days of Lisbon, stroll the fishing villages in the Algarve and relax in the countryside.
Honor Roll: College Basketball: Vol. 2 College hoops have inspired many rivalries, but which teams have taken their competitive spirit to the hilt? ESPN broadcaster Rece Davis shares outrageous stories about the lengths people will go to in the name of interschool conflicts. This collection also focuses on the game's greatest individual players and the most inspiring coaches. Fans will go wild over Davis's in-depth analysis and comprehensive compilation of game footage.
Hell Hath No Fury Michelle Boback, Donny James Lucas, Jennifer Angiers and Bonny Giroux star in this gruesome collection of gory yet strangely erotic tales where men and women face off in romantic entanglements gone horribly awry. Offering no doubt that they're not to be trifled with, these women scorned exact their sweet and, more important, sick revenge on the hedonistic men who dare do them wrong.
Al Otro Lado This drama features three stories about the bonds between children and absent parents. A Cuban boy who lives in poverty with his mother longs to visit his father in the United States, a Spanish girl is reunited with her father, and in Mexico, a boy disobeys his father to visit a strange lagoon. These related vignettes showcase the powerful hold that parents have upon their children, which often remains strong despite their absence.
Megadeth: That One Night: Live in Buenos Aires Heavy metal superstars Megadeth wowed crowds in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in this 2005 concert captured on film. Recorded during one of the group's most creative and productive periods, this show represented a return to form for founder Dave Mustaine, who had suffered nerve damage and quit the guitar for two years. Highlights include versions of "Peace Sells," "In My Darkest Hour" and "Wake the Dead" that will more than satisfy fans.
Bunkers: An American Music Story Take a trip to one of the hot spots of America's music scene, a performance venue that's hosted numerous renowned musicians -- including Prince, Patti Labelle and Bonnie Raitt -- in its decades-long career. Located in the warehouse district of Minneapolis, Bunkers Music Bar and Grill serves up down-home food by day and stellar music by night. Interviews with a variety of musicians shed light on this legendary local treasure.
Percy Julian: Forgotten Genius: Nova Born at the turn of the 20th century, Percy Julian overcame racial prejudice to become a world-class chemist, a self-made millionaire and an inspiration for future African-American scientists -- all while making research breakthroughs that paved the way for numerous medicines and other products. This "Nova" docudrama includes archival footage, interviews with those who knew him best and reenactments featuring Tony-winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson.
Great American Snuff Film Serial killer William Allen Grone (Mike Marsh) is convicted on 13 felony counts in 1998 and executed in 2001. Left behind are his journals chronicling his 1995 murder spree, a sadistic binge undertaken with his friend Roy (Ryan Hutman). After kidnapping and torturing two young women (Melinda Lorenz and Holi Tavernier), Grone makes a movie of their horrifying final moments. Writer-director Sean Tretta's indie shocker is based on true events.
El de la Camisa Negra Years after the murder of their parents, three brothers return to their hometown seeking revenge. They plan to kill, one by one, the sheriff and the conspirators responsible for their parents' deaths. But what the brothers don't know is that they'll have to confront the town's new sheriff first. Leonardo García Vale, Claudia Vega and Rodolfo de Anda Jr. star in this action adventure directed by Arturo Martinez.
Street Soccer On the streets of their modest neighborhood, six young friends spend most of their days kicking around their soccer ball and dreaming of playing in Peru's major leagues. Together, they experience the growing pains of youth and bond in their passion for the sport. Joel Ezeta, Marco Antonio Solís, Yamir Londeo, Stefano Tosso, Cristian Ruiz, Frank McBride, Juan Manuel Ochoa, Mónica Cabrejos, Maricarmen Marín and Javier Echevarría star.
The Mutants: The Forensic Report Legendary San Francisco underground rockers the Mutants take to the stage in this film taped from two blistering concerts, one at the On Broadway club in 1984 and a reunion show at the DNA Lounge in 1989. The band, who kick the vibe into high gear here, was a staple of the Bay Area's early punk scene. Highlights include performances of "Insect Lounge," "Opposite World" and "Twisted Thing," plus an in-depth interview with the band.
Television's Funniest Foul-Ups Kelly Monteith hosts this hilarious collection of bloopers and blunders, gags and gaffes from several decades of television history. With reporters who can't say what they should and kids who say what they shouldn't, as well as plenty of pratfalls and general mishaps, these clips dish out the laughs. Whenever the cameras are rolling, someone, somewhere, is sure to slip up, and it's all been caught on film.
Lagrimas de Cristal Marco (Ernesto D'Alessio) is a man of modest means who's in love with Laura (Lourdes Munguía), an older woman married to the powerful Fausto Rodriguez (Roberto Ballesteros). The triangle heats up when Fausto bets against Marco's racehorse -- and loses. Angry about his sizable misfortune, Fausto vows bloody revenge. But Laura has a plan that puts her in a win-win situation …
Tha Real Hustle & Flow of the South This documentary examines how rap artists have converted the hometown of Elvis -- Memphis, Tenn. -- into a thriving center of hip-hop music. In addition to exploring the Memphis hip-hop scene from the street level, the program also highlights the skills necessary to succeed in the music game. Included are concert footage and music videos from platinum recording artists Three 6 Mafia, Juvenile, Young Buck and C-Murder.
King Kung Fu In this comedic action movie, a martial arts master teaches his secrets to a gorilla, who is then dispatched to America to show off the best Chinese fighting techniques. The ape, known as King Kung Fu, escapes from his handlers and eventually seeks refuge atop the tallest building in Wichita, Kan., a Holiday Inn. Pursued by bumbling reporters and blundering cops, will King Kung Fu find peace with the love of his life, Rae Fay?
Rick Steves: Ireland & Scotland 2000-2007 Rick Steves, travel expert and host of "Rick Steves' Europe," leads a tour of picturesque Ireland and Scotland in this six-episode compilation from his public television series. Frothy Guinness beer and Celtic music await as Steves explores the history, culture and beauty of the Emerald Isle. Stops include Dublin, the Kennedy family homestead and the Waterford crystal factory in South Ireland, the Dingle Peninsula in West Ireland and much more.
Rick Steves: Austria & the Alps 2000-2007 In these five half-hour episodes of his popular public television program, professional traveler Rick Steves hits Vienna, Salzburg and the Alps of Austria, Italy, France and Switzerland. Take a picnic on the Danube River and waltz to Johann Strauss in Vienna; explore Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg; hike alpine meadows in the Alps of Austria and Italy; and ride on a gondola for breathtaking views of glaciers below in the Alps of France and Switzerland.
Lynne Robinson: Everyday Pilates England's "Queen of Pilates" Lynne Robinson is joined by beloved British TV presenter Fern Britton in three short, balanced workouts designed to fit even the busiest schedules. Morning, midday and evening workouts energize, revitalize and calm while helping you increase flexibility, tone muscle groups, burn fat, decrease stress, improve your posture and shore up your immune system as your strengthen your core.
Rick Steves: England 2000-2007 A compilation of eight episodes from the travel writer's public television show "Rick Steves' Europe," this travelogue gives the inside information on what to see and do on an excursion through jolly old England, examining the country's traditional and royal heritage and touring its modern sites. Steves journeys through London, Northwest England, South England, South Wales, North Wales, Bath, York and the heart of England.
Rick Steves: Travel Skill & "The Making Of" 2000-2007 Rick Steves, author of popular travel guides and host of the award-winning series "Rick Steves' Europe," teaches essential travel skills and offers practical tips on planning a trip, overcoming language barriers, getting around, finding accommodations, staying safe and more in this informative program. A making-of featurette goes behind the scenes of Steves's TV show. Extras include bloopers, outtakes and "The Steves Kids in Europe."
Rick Steves: Germany & Scandinavia 2000-2007 Take in the beauty of Europe as travel writer and guide Rick Steves treks through Germany and Scandinavia in this seven-episode collection from his award-winning TV series "Rick Steves' Europe." Steves visits popular sights and goes off the beaten path in locales such as Munich, Berlin, Copenhagen and Oslo. Other stops include the Rhine, Rothenberg, the Black Forest, Cologne, Aero, Bergen, the Fjörds, Stockholm and Helsinki.
Maison Ikkoku: Box Set: Vol. 7 This popular anime series takes its name from the dilapidated Japanese boarding house that serves as the center of the action -- the place where plucky collegian Yusaku Godai attempts to romance the widowed building manager. The seventh installment of the multivolume set contains episodes 73-84.
Rick Steves: Italy's Countryside 2000-2007 Popular travel enthusiast Rick Steves escapes to Italy's romantic countryside -- including charming locales such as Assisi, Siena and Tuscany -- for a taste of la dolce vita, and then discovers Italy's hidden Riviera in this seven-episode collection from the "Rick Steves' Europe" public television series. Stops also include Cinque Terre, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily and the Hill Towns -- San Gimignano, Cortona, Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio.
Camilo Sesto: Amor Libre: Los Exitos Spanish singing sensation Camilo Sesto spices it up with "Algo de Mi," "Amor, Amar," "Vivir Sin Ti," "El Amor de Mi Vida," "Si Me Dejas Ahora" and many other hits in this collection of live performances and special appearances. A master of the romantic ballad, the Spanish-born pop singer rose to fame during the 1970s and '80s, becoming an international superstar and one of Spain's most popular male singers.
Rick Steves: Greece, Turkey, Israel & Egypt 2000-2007 Join popular travel expert Rick Steves as he gives you a tour of the best in Greece, Turkey, Israel and Egypt in eight half-hour episodes. Hop through the Greek Islands; relive history in Athens; visit Abraham's 4,000-year-old hometown in Eastern Turkey; see elegant palaces in Istanbul; stroll through ancient villages and modern cities in Central Turkey; bathe in hot springs in West Turkey; witness religions mesh in Israel; and marvel at the pyramids in Egypt.
Rick Steves: France & Benelux 2000-2007 Join popular travel expert Rick Steves as he gives you a personal tour of the best in France and Benelux in eight half-hour episodes. Be inspired by Monet's lily ponds in war-torn yet restored Normandy; marvel at the Eiffel Tower and crack crème brulée in Paris; take in the soft light of Provence and imbibe Southern France's finest wine; hit the big city of Brussels and get that small-town feel in Bruges in Belgium; and climb windmills in Amsterdam.
Rick Steves: Eastern Europe 2000-2007 Join popular travel expert Rick Steves as he gives you a personal tour of the best in Eastern Europe in five half-hour episodes. Rediscover Poland's Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw and get a history lesson as well; sip a cup of joe in a 19th-century coffeehouse in Hungary, Budapest; stroll the historic bridge in Prague, Czech Republic; take in the old and new of Bulgaria; and explore the charming towns in Slovenia and Croatia.
Lynne Robinson: Pilates for Pregnancy In this pre- and postnatal exercise program, Pilates guru Lynne Robinson shows pregnant women how to work with the changes their bodies are undergoing to ease delivery, center the body as it goes through the postural changes of pregnancy and emerge from the experience stronger than ever. By strengthening the muscles of the abdomen, pelvis and spine, Lynne helps women avoid the back pain that often accompanies pregnancy.
The Game: Vol. 1 Allen Iverson, Yao Ming, Dominique Wilkins and many other current and former NBA players pay tribute to basketball in this collection of personal stories and highlights. Along with an exclusive interview with Earl Lloyd (one of the first black NBA players), this program also spotlights high school athletes and coaches. Featured b-ball greats are Tree Rollins, Theo Ratliff, Flip Murray, Caldwell Jones, Harold Ellis, Wes Matthews and many more.