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New Releases for September 26th, 2006.

The Lake House Speed co-stars Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves reteam for romance in director Alejandro Agresti's remake of the Korean film Siworae, exploring a mysterious mailbox that somehow bridges time. After moving away from her peaceful lakeside home, a lonely physician (Bullock) begins writing letters to the frustrated architect (Reeves) who now occupies the building, only to discover that they're living two years apart.

The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift Helmed by Justin Lin, the hit franchise's third installment finds street-racer Shaun Boswell (Lucas Black) moving to Tokyo … dispatched by his family to keep him out of lockup. He soon hooks up with a fellow American who introduces Shaun to drift racing -- a fusion of bracing speed and lethal courses. After losing to yakuza-connected D.K. (Brian Tee), Shaun ventures into the underworld to pay his debt, setting the stage for a high-octane finale.

Curious George The Man in the Yellow Hat (aka Ted, voiced by Will Ferrell) tries his best to tame Curious George in this animated version of the beloved children's series. Museum guide Ted travels to Africa to find a priceless artifact but returns with the inquisitive chimp instead. George (literally) paints the town red and is ever the lovable troublemaker. Jack Johnson provides the music, while Drew Barrymore, Eugene Levy and Dick Van Dyke lend their voices.

The Notorious Bettie Page Although she longed to be an actress, an unassuming girl from Nashville, Tenn., would ultimately become the nation's first bona fide bondage queen. Provocative filmmaker Mary Harron delivers an intimate biopic about 1950s pinup girl Bettie Page (Gretchen Mol), who whetted many a male appetite with her raven locks and sadomasochistic poses before becoming the target of a U.S. Senate investigation and converting to Christianity.

The Ground Truth Patricia Foulkrod's powerful documentary spotlights American soldiers sharing their experiences on the battlefield in Iraq and back home as they try to reassemble their lives. With aching honesty, these men and women discuss the anguish of war, the difficulties of readjusting to life after their tours of duty, post-traumatic stress disorder and the often callous treatment returning troops receive from the military and the Veterans Administration.

Down in the Valley Harlan (Oscar nominee Edward Norton), a swaggering stranger who's convinced he's a cowboy, looks like a knight in shining armor to a rebellious teen named Tobe (Evan Rachel Wood), a girl who's growing up fast on the edge of the San Fernando Valley. But are Harlan's delusions strong enough to overpower the grim realities of her life? Rory Culkin, David Morse and Bruce Dern co-star in this modern-day Western with a twist.

Lady Vengeance The final installment of director Park Chan-wook's revenge trilogy (preceded by Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance and Oldboy) chronicles the efforts of Lee Geum-ja (Lee Yeong-ae) -- known to her cellmates as "the kind Ms. Geum-ja" -- to track down the man who betrayed her. Taking the rap for her accomplice and incarcerated for 13 long years, she plots an elaborate retribution with help from her fellow inmates.

Connors' War Anthony "Treach" Criss (of the hip-hop group Naughty by Nature) stars as a CIA operative blinded during a botched operation who's been given his eyesight back temporarily in this high-stakes thriller. His vision restored via an experimental serum, the agent carries out his mission -- only to learn he's been tricked into stealing a chemical bomb. Now, he must enlist the aid of a beautiful doctor (Nia Peeples) to stop the madness.

Down to the Bone A drug-addled mother of two, Irene (Vera Farmiga), decides to check herself into a rehab center in upstate New York, where she meets and falls in love with a fellow addict (Hugh Dillon) who's working hard to mend his ways. But when one of them relapses into addiction, can their soulful commitment to each other prevail over the insidious lure of narcotics? Debra Granik won the Director's Award and Farmiga won the Special Jury Prize at Sundance.

Three Times Love is the central theme in this collection of three stories set in different years -- 1911, 1966 and 2005. In the first tale, a man leaves his true love to serve in the army. When he returns, he finds that his girlfriend has disappeared, so he sets out to find her. A man develops an unlikely bond with two women in the second tale; and four Taipei teens relieve their angst with technology and sex in the last story. Shu Qi and Chang Chen star.

Gitmo: The New Rules of War In this topical documentary, award-winning Swedish filmmakers Tarik Saleh and Erik Gandini travel to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to ask a few probing questions about what's really going on at "Gitmo." The film intersperses interviews with U.S. base officials and "no comments" from a former prisoner with controversial statements from al-Qaida head Osama bin Laden, U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld and President George W. Bush.

Beowulf & Grendel In an adventure imbrued with blood and tragedy, the legendary Norseman Beowulf (Gerard Butler) must command an army across the seas of ancient Northern Europe to conquer the evil troll Grendel. Anticipating his epic crusade against the wrathful monster, the warrior must arbitrate his emanating notoriety and his relationship with the enchanting Selma amid a time of barbaric turmoil and transformation with the emergence of the Christian faith.

Russian Dolls Although he hates the way his life has turned out, would-be writerXavier (Romain Duris) has no one to blame but himself. So when an opportunity comes along that could change his luck, he knows he'd better not blow it. Audrey Tautou, Kelly Reilly, Cecile De France, Kevin Bishop, Evguenya Obraztsova, Irene Montale and Gary Love round out the ensemble cast in Cedric Klapisch's sequel to his romantic comedy L'Auberge Espagnole.

Drop Dead Sexy Frank (Jason Lee) and Eddie (Crispin Glover), two dim-witted petty crooksin a small-time Texas town, jump at the chance when local gangster Spider (Pruitt Taylor Vince) offers them fast cash for delivering stolen cigarettes to Mexico. But when the job goes bad, they find themselves deeply in debt to Spider. Their lives at stake, the pair devises an elaborate scheme involving a corpse and blackmail to raise the money and save their own skins.

Chaos In this cautionary tale, two teenagers armed with the imperviousness of youth get into some nasty trouble way over their heads. Looking to score some Ecstasy at a rave, two girls foolishly follow a strange young man to a house. Once inside, a gang of lowlifes torment the pair in a sadistic nightmare of violence. Kevin Gage, Sage Stallone (Sly's son), K.C. Kelly and Maya Barovich star in this brutal horror flick directed by David DeFalco.

One Tree Hill: Season 3 This popular WB drama revolves around high schoolers Lucas (Chad Michael Murray) and Nathan (James Lafferty), who have almost nothing in common except a love of basketball and the fact that they have the same father. In the series' third season, a Halloween masquerade ball brings the band Fall Out Boy to Tree Hill; Brooke (Sophia Bush) circulates a "Fantasy Boy Draft"; and a trigger-happy assailant holds the whole town hostage.

Power Trip Filmmaker Paul Devlin objectively documents the multifaceted story of a country trying to rebuild itself amid a changing political landscape. Accustomed to getting their electricity for free, the residents of Tbilisi, the capital of the former Soviet Republic of Georgia, are suddenly faced with shelling out money for power. Can the American energy company now running things persuade the disgruntled populace that it's the right thing to do?

Brotherhood: Season 1 Set in a blue-collar Irish neighborhood in Providence, R.I., Showtime's edgy serial drama follows sanctimonious politico Tommy Caffee (Jason Clarke) and his mobbed-up brother, Michael (Jason Isaacs). When Michael returns home looking to take over the local syndicate, Tommy's task of protecting the community becomes tricky, to say the least. The show's supporting cast includes Annabeth Gish, Fionnula Flanagan and Ethan Embry.

Trinity Blood Vampires and humans fight for world domination in this popular anime series based on the novels of Yoshida Sunao. With the human race struggling for survival, the international agency the Chancery is calling on all its allies -- including the special ops force AX -- to provide protection. Luckily for the humans, AX agent and vampire Abel Nightroad possesses a special talent: He can suck the blood of other vampires.

Bratz: Diamondz Agreeing to star in a reality show hosted by their friend Byron, the Bratz girls -- Chloe, Sasha, Jade and Yasmin -- climb aboard a customized truck equipped with its own fashion catwalk. Their mission is to recruit willing teenage fashion designers to model clothes in a glamorous New York City fashion show. But when they stumble across a haunted town and pick up an ambitious fashion diva, their caravan veers off course.

Shoujyo: An Adolescent Incredibly indolent cop Tomokawa spends histime making fun of his mentally challenged friend Sukemasa, riding his bike all over the city and sleeping with married women. When he meets Yoko, the teenager immediately offers him sex in exchange for money, and sparks fly. Soon, they realize they have more of a connection than they thought: Yoko is Sukemasa's sister; Tomokawa slept with their mother; and their grandfather gave him a special tattoo.

Masters of Horror: Takashi Miike Called "one of the most unsettling horror directors alive" by the New York Daily News, Takashi Miike lives up to that reputation with this disturbing shocker. An American journalist (Billy Drago) is searching for a prostitute in 19th-century Japan; what he finds instead is a deformed courtesan with a tale of unspeakable cruelty. Based on a Japanese horror novel, this presentation is the first uncensored version to be available in America.

Forget Baghdad Conceived and directed by Samir, the son of an Iraqi Communist who immigrated to Switzerland, the film follows four fascinating Iraqis living in exile in Israel. This compelling documentary traces the experience of "Arab Jews" -- that is, people of Jewish religion and Arab culture, also known as "Sephardis" or "Mizrahim" -- offering a rare glimpse of a little-known community that has long found itself caught between warring worldviews.

Ten Benny Ray (Adrian Brody) is determined not to imitate his father, a petty mobster who destroyed his life with foolish mistakes. Unfortunately, Ray seems doomed to follow in his old man's footsteps. Eager to marry his waitress girlfriend, Ray borrows $10,000 from a local loan shark when he hears about a sure thing at the racetrack. But when the horse loses, Ray is overwhelmed with debt. Worse, he finds his girlfriend in the arms of his best friend.

A Slight Case of Murder Fearing he'll become a suspect in the accidental demise of his lover, morally challenged movie critic Terry Thorpe (William H. Macy) weaves a web of duplicity in this comic neonoir tale. Before you can say "blackmail," shifty private eye John Edgerson (James Cromwell) puts the squeeze on Thorpe while investigating cop Fred Stapelli (Adam Arkin) lets his showbiz aspirations cloud his judgment. Felicity Huffman plays Macy's suspicious steady.

Bliss: Season 2 The erotic vignettes continue in Season 2 of the Oxygen Network's award-winning series created entirely by women. This season's characters include a woman who shares more than household chores with her two male roommates; a creative musician who seduces her blind piano tuner; and a voyeur who films her gay neighbor and his boyfriends, then decides to get into the act herself. Jessica Greco, Thea Gill, Rachel Hayward and Sherry Miller star.

Voltron: Defender of the Universe This classic 1980s cartoon follows the adventures of a nimble force of space explorers who pilot their own robotic lions and join together to form the invincible mega-robot, Voltron. Charged with protecting the planet Arus and its beautiful ruler, Princess Allura, from the clutches of the evil King Zarkon and his allies, the Voltron team -- comprised of Sven, Keith, Lance, Pidge and Hunk -- is the universe's only hope.

American Blackout In this Sundance prize-winning indictment of the election process, guerilla journalist Ian Inaba follows the efforts of Georgia Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney to expose the disturbing tactics that systematically disenfranchise black voters and silence dissent. A passionate advocate for civil rights, McKinney calls on all citizens to question the political machinery and protect democracy from the institutionalized racism imperiling the country.

Con Man This riveting documentary profiles James Hogue, the quintessential con man who finagled his way into the hallowed halls of Princeton University, where he made a name for himself as a scholar and a track star. But little did anyone know that he was a 31-year-old serial liar pretending to be a freshman -- and it wasn't the first time he pulled such a scam. Via time lines and interviews, the film tries to learn the truth about the inscrutable Hogue.

Eleventh Hour Former physics professor Ian Hood (Patrick Stewart) probes the dark side of modern science in this four-episode collection of the British sci-fi thriller series. As special adviser to Britain's Joint Sciences Committee, Hood investigates disastrous events and mysteries involving cloning, global warming, cancer cures, deadly viruses, modern-day mad scientists and other cutting-edge science horrors. Ashley Jensen co-stars as Hood's bodyguard.

Absolute Zero Climatologist David Koch (Jeff Fahey) and his ex-girlfriend Bryn (Erika Eleniak) must fight for their lives to survive a catastrophic climate change in this chilling sci-fi thriller. When the Earth's temperature plunges to -400 degrees Fahrenheit, tropical Miami turns into the Arctic and all escape routes are blocked. David, Bryn and a few other survivors seal themselves into a special chamber in hopes of surviving the deep freeze.

Cold Around the Heart They don't come much more hard-boiled than Jude (Kelly Lynch), a jewel thief who pushes her partner and lover, Ned (David Caruso), out of the getaway car and makes off with the plunder in this neo-noir thriller from John Ridley. Ned spends the rest of the film in pursuit of his lady and his loot -- a task made more difficult by the sexy hitchhiker (Stacey Dash) who begs a ride, tells a sob story and then turns a gun on him.

Riptide: Season 1 When Vietnam vets turned beach bums Cody Allen (Perry King) and Nick Ryder (Joe Penny) decide to open a detective agency, they enlist the aid of another old Army pal, the electronics wiz Boz Bozinsky (Thom Bray). Working out of Cody's cabin cruiser, the boys and their machines -- an orange robot, an ancient Sikorski helicopter, a classic Corvette and a GMC Jimmy truck -- are soon pursuing raging baddies and bikini-clad beauties with equal ardor.

Desolation Sound After finding out that an old friend (Jennifer Beals) has been having an affair with her husband, Laurel (Helene Joy) reacts emotionally and, in a heated scuffle, inadvertently causes the woman to fall to her death. Working together, Laurel and an ex-con she's befriended (Lothaire Bluteau) cover the crime, but one man (Ed Begley Jr.) isn't fooled. Meanwhile, Laurel begins to assume an eerie resemblance to the dead woman who betrayed her.

City of Men Based on Fernando Meirelles' s acclaimed drama City of God, this Brazilian TV series navigates the slums of Rio de Janeiro, following the exploits of two teens coming of age in one of the city's infamous shantytowns. Blending scenes of uncompromising realism with humor, these episodes introduce 13-year-old best friends Laranjinha (Darlan Cunha) and Acerola (Douglas Silva), whose pluck and spirit prevail in the face of soul-crushing poverty.

Munster, Go Home! / The Munsters' Revenge This cinematic double feature of "The Munsters" television series has the family of spooks off to new madcap adventures. In Munster, Go Home! Herman (Fred Gwynne) inherits the title of Earl of Shroudshire and moves the clan to England, where they face opposition from a jealous relative. In The Munsters' Revenge, Dr. Diablo's (Sid Caesar) robot replicas of the family are wreaking havoc on the city, and the real Munsters must avenge their name.

The Lady in Question Is Charles Busch Beginning in 2000 with the premiere of the hit Broadway play "The Tale of the Allergist's Wife," filmmakers John Catania and Charles D. Ignacio chronicle the "drag to riches" story of Charles Busch. Countless directors told Busch that he was "too gay" to make it as an actor, but that didn't stop the master of impersonation from becoming a cult phenomenon and one of the most luminous figures on the New York City stage.

The Book of Daniel: The Complete Series Aidan Quinn stars as Episcopalian minister Daniel Webster, a man who talks to Jesus about his addiction to prescription medication, his son's gayness and his daughter's addiction to illegal drugs in this humorous series. Garrett Dillahunt, Ellen Burstyn, Alison Pill, Christian Campbell and Ivan Shaw co-star in the controversial NBC dramedy that ran for only four episodes before it was canceled due to pressure from conservative Christian viewers.

Laura's Star: Vol. 1 A falling star changes the life of 7-year-old Laura in this award-winning animated German film based on Klaus Baumgart's popular children's book series. Lonely and friendless after moving to the city with her family, Laura finds an unexpected companion in a star that tumbles from the sky. She nurses and befriends the broken, homesick star -- which happens to be magic and can bring toys to life -- and the two share many enchanting adventures.

Cloned Director Douglas Barr examines the dark side of genetic research in this made-for-TV thriller. Distraught by the drowning death of their only child, the infertile Westons, Skye (Elizabeth Perkins) and Rick (Bradley Whitford), may get a second chance at parenthood after Skye discovers that their son was cloned. Although the couple desperately wants another child, Skye senses something disturbing in the works and begins to investigate.

Iraq for Sale: The War Profiteers Private contractors are getting rich while everybody else is suffering: This is the point director Robert Greenwald makes -- passionately -- in this 2006 documentary. Using whistleblower testimony, firsthand accounts, financial records and classified documents, Greenwald levels charges of greed, corruption and incompetence against private contractors and shows the subsequent devastating effect on Americans and Iraqis.

Evil's City This horror flick follows two green journalists as they investigate a forgotten, unmapped town called Acheron, whose inhabitants have all mysteriously died and whose visitors are never seen again. Competing college reporters Amber (Kathryn Carner) and Courtney (Laura Mazur) set out separately to find the legendary town, each hoping she'll be the first to uncover its dark secret. But they'll soon wish they'd never heard of Acheron at all ...

The Ghouls A video journalist who makes a living filming deadly carnage must fight for his life when he discovers zombies living beneath the streets of L.A. in this chilling horror film. Eric Hayes (Timothy Muskatell) is always searching for the next horrific accident or crime scene so he can sell the graphic footage to tabloid programs. But he gets more than he bargained for when he stumbles upon a group of undead ghouls whose bloodlust exceeds even his.

Scar Three friends enter the forest but only two come out in this chilling horror tale that warns about what can happen when you stray from the pack. When Zack (Brad Pennington) gets separated from his college friends Tom (Randy Wayne) and Jenny (Ashley Nelson) while the three are hiking in the woods, he meets a gorgeous woman and agrees to go home with her. But he pays an unexpected price for his flirtation when he disappears forever.

13 Seconds Leaving the studio environs behind, a rock band gets more than they bargained for when they set up shop in a seemingly abandoned military academy to record a new album in this indie chiller helmed by Jeff Thomas. The group realizes something's amiss when they find sketches picturing decomposing corpses and a sinister art gallery with paintings that morph into depictions of the rockers dying in barbaric fashion. Kevin Kuras and Daniel Rain star.

Ancient Evil 2: Guardian of the Underworld A group of skeptical friends living on a tiny island in New England unwisely decide to experiment with the dark arts and, as a result, set free an Egyptian God of the underworld, Anubis. Leaving death and destruction in its wake, Anubis goes on a killing spree that seems unstoppable, forcing those still alive to come up with a plan to overpower the otherworldly beast before they, too, lose their lives and their souls.

Revenge of the Rats Something stinks in Frankfurt when trash collectors go on strike, creating the perfect environment for rats. Multiplying by the thousands, the animals prove deadly -- and frighteningly resistant to extermination. Things only get worse when authorities discover the rodents are carrying a deadly strain of a fatal virus and are spreading it all over the city. Clearly, there's no rat trap large enough for this pest problem of epic proportions.

Fort Doom This curious blend of horror flick and Western follows a group of prostitutes heading to the frontier after the Civil War to set up shop at Fort McMillan, which they soon find is home to a vicious killer. Hoping their business will prosper on the frontier, Lacy Everett (scream queen Debbie Rochon) and her fellow call girls strike out for the old fort, refusing to heed locals' advice to turn back. Soon, they discover something is very wrong there.

Bloodthirst 2: Revenge of the Chupacabras The search for a missing college coed leads Det. Steve Andrews (Bruce Shaw) to a mental asylum to see a patient babbling about the Chupacabras, a vampirelike beast that may be to blame for the girl's disappearance. But the inmate -- who says he trapped the hideous creature in an abandoned mine -- breaks out before the gumshoe has a chance to talk to him. Can Andrews track down the patient and the monster before it's too late?

Blood Reaper Six chums on a camping trip unwittingly pitch their tent on the unmarked grave of depraved serial killer the Reaper, who, according to legend, emerges during a full moon in a leap year. The friends' revitalizing trip to the mountains soon becomes a night of horror as the psychotic fiend hunts down the terrified vacationers one by one. Alison Moon, Cameron McHarg, Charlene Amoia, Jerri Badenhop and Peter Carlstrom star in this gory shocker.

9/11: Press for Truth Based partly on Paul Thompson's book The Terror Timeline, this documentary chronicles the efforts of family members who lost loved ones in the 9/11 attack as they hound powerful officials to uncover the truth. The families succeed in generating an independent investigation, but more questions than answers emerge as the film spotlights secretive politicians, buried news items, government press conferences lacking substance and more.

Parallel Lines Still reeling in the wake of Sept. 11, 2001, filmmaker Nina Davenport recorded her cross-country journey from California to her home in New York City, where her apartment once overlooked the World Trade Center. The result is a poignant meditation on life and loss -- a film that finds Davenport connecting randomly with the people she meets along the way, who candidly share their thoughts about human suffering, love and war.

Waging a Living This thought-provoking documentary tests the mantra "get a job" to see whether low-wage jobholders -- otherwise known as the "working poor" -- can pull themselves and their families out of poverty. Filmed in California, New York and New Jersey over a three-year period, the film tracks the ups and downs of four ethnically diverse Americans living below the poverty line as they face a persistent struggle to make ends meet.

My Brother's Keeper Aaron Ashmore ("Veronica Mars") brings his own real-life experience as an identical twin to his dual role here as Eric and Lou Woods, top high school rowers who swap identities so that one can attend college. Soon, however, the boys find themselves torn between loyalty to each other and personal ambition in this coming-of-age drama co-starring Alberta Watson of the popular TV series "24."

The Last Broadcast The producers of a local cable-access show venture into the New Jersey woods with a lone assistant to make a documentary about the legendary Jersey Devil. A year later, only one of them returns -- and he has the footage to prove he didn't kill his fellow filmmakers. While many people decried the similarities between this film and The Blair Witch Project when it premiered in 1999, The Last Broadcast was actually made first.

Whose Line is it Anyway: Season 1: Vol. 1 Drew Carey hosts the first season of this hilarious improvisational comedy show based on the British series by the same name, featuring the talents of comic regulars Wayne Brady, Colin Mochrie and Ryan Stiles. A rotating lineup of improv comedy games that incorporate singing, dancing and the use of ridiculous props includes "Let's Make a Date," "Sound Effects," "Hats," "Party Quirks" and "Foreign Film Dub."

Passin' It On Director Jon Valadez's compelling documentary probes the case of Dhoruba Bin Wahad, who was born Richard Moore and became a Black Panther, only to find himself imprisoned for the shooting of two white policemen. Eventually exonerated after spending 19 years in jail, Dhoruba relates the incredible story of his long ordeal and quest for justice, a tale bolstered by the testimony of his attorneys and other Black Panthers.

Thriller: Season 1 An impressive lineup of international stars -- including Donna Mills, Bob Hoskins, Helen Mirren, Hayley Mills and Stephen Rea -- makes up the cast of this chilling 1970s television series from the mind of Brian Clemens. Taking a page from "Alfred Hitchcock Presents" and "The Twilight Zone," "Thriller" embraces the supernatural with tales of witches, serial killers, ghosts, con artists, Satanists, terrorists and more.

After Freedom A second-generation Armenian-American is torn between his family traditions and the world around him in this independent drama from director Vahe Babaian. Although he respects the noble sacrifices his father made in leaving the Soviet Union to come to America, Michael Abcarian (Mic Tomasi) watches as his friends earn money the easy way -- through petty crime. But is it worth pushing aside his morals to make a quick buck?

Miracle in Cracow Pjotr, a young Jew who grew up with his grandmother in Budapest, Hungary, is on a mission to find her coveted book of magic that was confiscated by the Nazis during World War II. After much searching, he finally tracks the tome to the arms of a beautiful girl. But given her ample charms, can he really bring himself to steal it back? Maciej Adamczyk, Eszter Biro and Itala Bekes star in this Hungarian drama.

Confessions of a Gangsta In this urban drama, Jay -- the illegitimate offspring of New York City's mayor -- abducts and plans to kill his father as payback for leading Jay into a life of crime. As he holds the politician hostage in a Harlem basement, Jay recalls the chain of events that led to the kidnapping and wonders whether he has what it takes to knock off his old man. The film's cast includes Allen Aikens, Michelle Fenton and Shenna Garcia.

A Lousy Ten Grand A father stoops to new lows to pay off his debts in this off-kilter comedy from writer-director Kelly Monteith. Running away from his life as a toilet designer for NASA, Ted Beckerwith (Monteith) agrees to assume a false identity and help a "Suderian" princess (Bahar Soomekh) get her green card by marrying her in exchange for $10,000. But keeping his dueling lives separate is more challenging than he ever imagined.

Mama's Family: Season 1 The squabbling, dysfunctional, blue-collar Harper clan provides plenty of laughs in the first season of this long-running early-'80s sitcom. When sharp-tongued Thelma "Mama" Harper (Vicki Lawrence) and her spinster sister, Fran (Rue McClanahan), open up their home to Thelma's recently divorced son, Vinton (Ken Berry), and his two teenagers, life's about to get a bit bumpier for everyone. This two-disc set contains 13 episodes from Season 1.

The Shvitz Director Jonathan Berman's affectionate documentary looks at the last of the great American bathhouses, taking viewers into the steam to uncover a fascinating community of shvitzers: that's Yiddish for people who sweat. Included among the regulars who gather to find renewal in the 200-degree heat are poets, rabbis, masseuses, models, butchers, gangsters and voyeurs -- a dynamic cast of characters as diverse as city life.

Tickets Internationally acclaimed directors Abbas Kiarostami, Ken Loach and Ermanno Olmi join forces to deliver a trio of intersecting stories set aboard a speeding train. The action follows three rowdy young Scots (William Ruane, Martin Compston and Gary Maitland) on their way to a football match; a tortured man (Filippo Trojano) torn between two women; and an aging businessman (Carlo Delle Piane) who's transformed by romance.

Being Brave with Benjamin Bear In this charming animated series, Benjamin Bear and his teddy bear pal, Howie, learn to overcome their fears and do some growing up in the process. It's up to Benjamin to teach Howie the basics of teddy bear life, making certain their human owners always feel loved without violating the No. 1 rule: People must never see the bruins move. Three installments of the delightfully wholesome show are included.

Close Calls with Benjamin Bear Adorable Benjamin Bear gets himself into scrapes and learns how to listen to grown-ups in this entertaining collection of episodes from the animated children's series. Each day brings new and exciting adventures for Benjamin and his pals, whose exploits will mesmerize and delight your preschool youngsters while teaching them a variety of social skills and important lessons about friends and time-honored family values.

The Last Dispatch Filmmaker Helmut Schleppi shadows the indie rock band Dispatch in the 12 days leading up to their 2004 farewell concert in Boston, an event that drew more than 100,000 people to hear them play. Part of the drama inherent in this rockumentary is the fact that the band -- which, during its nine years on the indie rock scene, was never signed by a label and never experienced traditional success -- was expecting a modest crowd.

Working Together with Benjamin Bear Each night, while Maxwell and Eliza Tanner are sleeping, their stuffed teddy bears Benjamin and Howie are out on the town racking up an impressive roster of nocturnal adventures. This collection of episodes from the kid-friendly animated series finds the bear duo learning how to work together as a team to accomplish things they couldn't do on their own.

Getting Ahead: Science Getting kids to learn science is easy when you ground tricky concepts in real-world examples. This four-disc series does just that, bringing core scientific concepts to life in a visually compelling way. Offering instruction on everything from the human body to fossils and dinosaurs, weather and climate, the states of matter and how simple machines work, these programs take science out of the classroom and bring it into students' lives.

Getting Ahead: World Geography The world expands and conflates all at once in this eye-opening four-disc series that takes viewers to 16 different countries and shows them what the days and nights are truly like for those who live there. The adventure-filled series brings to life the study of geography, with participants journeying to such far-flung locales as Israel, South Africa, the United Kingdom, France and China, and then meeting and learning from one another.

Dark Shadows: Collection 26 As the Gothic soap opera winds down to its final episodes, the Collins clan -- led by 175-year-old vampire Barnabas (Jonathan Frid) -- struggles to shake the curse that's plagued them for so long. As the family's fortunes founder -- Melanie (Nancy Barrett) goes insane; Morgan (Keith Prentice) and Julia (Grayson Hall) stumble on a pair of mummies -- the crises build in this supernatural drama that's become a cult favorite.

Helping Friends with Benjamin Bear Preschoolers will learn the value of lending a helpful hand through these fun-filled animated episodes featuring teddy bear buddies Benjamin and Howie. The charming Benjamin Bear series engages little ones with entertaining story lines while teaching them the importance of doing good deeds, cheering up others when they're sad, and helping people overcome their problems. This disc contains three half-hour episodes.

Benny Hill: Complete and Unadulterated: The Hill's Angels Years: 1982-1985 Naughty Brit Benny Hill is up to his usual tricks in this collection of episodes from his brilliant sketch comedy series featuring scantily clad buxom beauties, ribald gents and unforgettable characters. Hill's rapid-fire double entendres outraged censors but delighted fans on both sides of the Atlantic. The set contains nine raucous episodes taped from 1982 to '85 and includes several scenes never shown in the United States, plus a featurette.

Getting Ahead: Reading & Writing How better to introduce children to reading than by bringing beloved storybooks to life? That's the approach this four-disc Getting Ahead series takes. The program uses live-action footage and animation to enhance letter and word comprehension and spelling skills, encouraging youngsters to read and write creatively. Teachers have long relied on these instructional films; now, families can watch them in their own homes year-round.

Getting Ahead: Primary Science Taking advantage of children's natural curiosity and love of exploration, this four-disc series uses live-action footage as well as animation to introduce youngsters to various science topics. Covered here are the topics likely to interest kids most, such as baby animals, changing seasons, dinosaur life and more. Teachers have long relied on these instructional films; now, families can watch them in their own homes year-round.

Getting Ahead: Mathematics Math is made easy and -- dare we say it? -- perhaps even fun with this computer-animated series. The program's central characters, Sam and Amber, with the able assistance of mathematical oracle Numberella, use basic math to solve problems and carry out tasks on their Uncle Zak's planetoid, Junkiter. Each program teaches a single concept through the use of mnemonic rhymes, songs, and lively characters and stories.

Getting Ahead: U.S. History Through archival film, historical reenactments and dramatic narration, this four-disc series tells the story of America. By chronicling the country's 43 presidents, the program paints a picture of the eras in which they served and the figures who shaped the country's history. Fifth to eighth graders will feel as if they're witnessing history as it happens in this presentation that ranges from Colonial America to the terrorist attack of 9/11.

Modern Marvels: Stealth Technology By virtue of their name, stealth fighters -- such as the F-117 or B-2 bomber -- were made to do their work undercover. How do they avoid being detected by radar? They're made up of some of the most technologically advanced materials and are designed to meet the highest standards -- two factors that add up to a price tag of billions. This "Modern Marvels" episode interviews stealth experts and pilots to demystify the plane's enormous capabilities.

Legends of the Arabian Nights Through glorious illustrations and entrancing clips, the stories a young woman spun to keep a malevolent sultan from murdering her come to life in this A&E program that explores the legends' roots, themes and messages. Leading authors and historians analyze the stories set in India, Persia, Egypt, Turkey and China to answer questions as to who wrote the tales and why, and why so many of them are driven by the presence of genies and magic.

Ancient Mysteries: Witches From Shakespeare to fairy tales, witches have long held a special place in human culture and imagination -- most often for the mysterious powers they wield. This A&E presentation takes a long, hard look at the history of witches -- how our perception of them has changed over time and why societies have been so intent on identifying and punishing those in our midst.

Ancient Mysteries: The Vikings in North America The acclaimed A&E series "Ancient Mysteries" takes a fresh look at claims that Viking sailors reached and settled the shores of North America centuries before Christopher Columbus. Teasing out tantalizing clues from ancient Norse sagas and exploring recent finds by archaeologist Helge Ingstad, this program also examines the legendary Viking personalities Leif Ericsson and his father, Eric the Red, and their bold journeys westward across the sea.

Ancient Mysteries: Tombs of the Gods: The Great Pyramids of Giza A&E's acclaimed "Ancient Mysteries" examines one of the world's most endlessly fascinating monuments: the ancient pyramids of Giza. Join scholars and engineers as they describe the people and ingenious construction techniques behind these and other ancient Egyptian building complexes, including the Temple of Amun at Karnak and Hatshepsut's Temple in Thebes, and see why these royal monuments have continued to captivate visitors for millennia.

Modern Marvels: The St. Louis Arch Completed in 1965 using 40,000 tons of steel, the 630-foot-tall St. Louis Arch is the largest of its kind, not to mention a feat of modern engineering: This History Channel program tells its story. Through documentary footage of its construction, interviews with its architects and engineers, and historical data, viewers learn how this landmark on the banks of the Mississippi made the journey from sketchbook to reality.

In Search of History: Secrets of the Rosetta Stone In 1799, when French troops near Rosetta, Egypt, discovered an ancient basalt slab carved with hieroglyphs, little did they know it would provide the key to unlocking the mysteries of an ancient civilization. This History Channel presentation reveals the saga of the Rosetta stone -- from its discovery and the many failed attempts to decode it to the deciphering of its text more than two decades later by Jean Francois Champollion.

Battle Stations: Radar The History Channel takes a fascinating look at radar technology, from its accidental discovery to the many ways the Allies used it in World War II. From MIT's "Radlab" and the tall radar towers built along England's southern coast to warn of German bombers to U.S. submarines' use of radar to fight the Japanese in the Pacific, see how radar revolutionized the way wars are fought, including moving women to the front lines for the first time.

Ancient Mysteries: Mystical Monuments of Ancient Greece Join "Ancient Mysteries" for a fresh look at the stunning structures built during Athens's golden age. Researchers and historians examine impressive buildings such as the Parthenon and the Erectheum to see what clues they hold to their construction, function and the Greek way of life. Symbols of Athens's military and political might, were these buildings also home to brutal religious cults? Explore the secrets with those looking for the answers.

American Justice: Mob Hit Men The popular A&E series "American Justice" goes inside the recent brutal gang wars of Philadelphia to uncover the role and face of the modern Mafia hit man. Not your Prohibition-era tommy gun-wielding triggermen, today's professional killers often have many responsibilities within the organization. This program features interviews with both actual mob assassins and the law enforcement officials trying to nab them.

Ancient Mysteries: The Incredible Monuments of Rome Hosted by Leonard Nimoy, the acclaimed A&E series "Ancient Mysteries" explores the personalities and motivations of the men responsible for building some of the Roman Empire's most imposing monuments. Driven by reckless egos, these men schemed to construct ever-greater buildings often dedicated to ritualistic violence, shocking cruelty and sexual debauchery. You may never look at Roman ruins the same way again!

Biography: The Home Depot The acclaimed series "Biography" explores one of retail's wild success stories: the home improvement store with the familiar orange sign, The Home Depot. From corporate headquarters to the aisles of a local store, get a behind-the-scenes look at the retail giant. Included are interviews with co-founders Bernie Marcus and Arthur Blank, who reflect on how the business rose from unstable early days to eventually revolutionize the hardware industry.

In Search of History: Frontier Doctors The History Channel's "In Search of History" series takes a compelling look at medical care in the rough-and-tumble world of the American West. On the frontier, many "doctors" were mere quacks hawking folk remedies and dubious patent medicines, but others were medically trained innovators who boldly experimented with new techniques born of necessity. This is a fascinating look at a remarkable chapter in medical history.

Biography: Angelina Jolie The acclaimed A&E series "Biography" explores one of Hollywood's most controversial, outspoken and alluring personalities: Angelina Jolie. From her Academy Award-winning performance in Girl, Interrupted to her more recent work in the blockbuster Tomb Raider movies, get an up close and personal look at the woman who has parlayed her star power into a new role as a U.N. goodwill ambassador to fight against poverty in Africa.

Bar Paradise Despite being run by an aptly named woman called Beauty, the Paradise bar turns out to be anything but, as an assortment of gangsters, drug runners and prostitutes make it their haven. As Beauty cares for a baby abandoned at the establishment, her staff slowly comes to realize that the secretive woman may be one of the baddies in this well-paced thriller from directors Gregory Hatanaka and Gary Mak. Julian Cheung, Ricky Fan and Ka Tung Lam star.

Cars That Changed the Automobile Industry Once in a while a car comes along that changes everything -- how cars are built, sold and driven. Join A&E for an examination of which cars have had the most lasting influence on the automotive industry. From the Tin Lizzie to the Corvette and some real surprises, get an under-the-hood and behind-the-wheel look at the machines that have captivated our imaginations and turned us free on the open road. Which car will take the top spot?

Biography: Woodrow Wilson: Reluctant Warrior A&E's "Biography" explores the legacy of one of America's most compelling and thoughtful leaders: Woodrow Wilson. Controversial for his domestic policies, he was deeply committed to peace and faced the challenge of World War I with strong leadership, forever transforming America's role in the world. This documentary includes archival footage and an interview with Wilson's granddaughter, who reveals the private side of Wilson's remarkable career.

Biography: Tiffany: The Mark of Excellence The acclaimed A&E series "Biography" explores the name synonymous with unparalleled distinction and taste in style and design: Tiffany. Charles Tiffany built the business empire; his son Louis was the mastermind who crafted the jewelry -- and who also squandered much of his $32 million inheritance on poor business decisions and an extravagant lifestyle. Nevertheless, between them, they left a legacy that remains the last word in sophistication.

History's Mysteries: Amityville: The Haunting The History Channel's "History's Mysteries" series examines the real story behind one of the most popular horror books and movies of the 20th century. In the 1970s, the Lutz family moved into their dream house in the sleepy Long Island town of Amityville but soon became terrorized by ghosts and were forced to abandon their home. On-site investigations and interviews with the family uncover answers to the question: What really happened?

GaoGaiGar Giant robot anime is the order of the day in this sci-fi adventure series from Japan. When alien Zonders attack the classmates of schoolboy Mamoru, the United Nations sends the young cyborg hero Gai Shishio to fight off the alien attackers. But to hold his own against the attackers, Gai must fuse with the mechanical lion Galeon and the United Nations' Gao Machines to form the king of all robots: GaoGaiGar.

The Clay Bird Young Anu (Nurul Islam Bablu) navigates an uncertain life as East Pakistan heads toward revolution in Tareque Masud's drama. Anu's fundamentalist father, Kazi, ignores his depressed mother; his little sister is ill; and his uncle grows bitter toward the military rule. To ensure Anu's devoutness, Kazi sends him to a strict Muslim boarding school, where Anu struggles to adapt to his harsh new surroundings while political tensions ruin his family.

History's Mysteries: The True Story of Robin Hood The History Channel's "History's Mysteries" examines the real story behind one of the most popular and enduring heroes of all time: Robin Hood. A trip through Sherwood Forest and interviews with scholars and the present-day sheriff of Nottingham uncover clues to the fact behind the fiction. How did these stories come to be? Was Robin Hood a real man? If so, was he a champion of the poor or just a greedy bandit? The answers may surprise you.

The Unexplained: The Twin Connection To get to the heart of the special bond that exists between twins, this A&E presentation focuses on three extraordinary twin tales. In the first, viewers learn about twins separated at birth, one growing up a Nazi sympathizer, the other raised as a Jew. In the second, conjoined twins demonstrate how they're able to lead independent lives. And in the third, a photographer's obsession with twins leads to revelations about his own past.

Ancient Mysteries: Human Sacrifice The acclaimed A&E series "Ancient Mysteries" explores the gruesome and fascinating history of ritualistic human sacrifice across cultures worldwide. Why did practitioners believe spilling human blood could appease the gods? What happened to the victims? Journey to the ancient Aztec empire, investigate a mysterious European sacrificial cult, and witness the lethal rites dedicated to the Indian deity Kali to learn the answers.

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel When new diesel equipment threatens to replace Mike Mulligan and his beloved steam shovel Mary Anne, man and shovel head to Popperville, where they vow to dig the town hall's foundation ... in a single day. They do -- but then find themselves stuck in the deep hole they created. Lucky for them, a little boy (voiced by Jason Biggs) comes up with a clever idea to get them out in this animated adaptation of Virginia Burton's classic children's tale.

Hero An orphan, Jackie (Jackie Shroff), raised by a wanted man (Amrish Puri), is asked to silence the chief prosecution witness (Shammi Kapoor) after the criminal is arrested. Jackie dutifully kidnaps the daughter of the witness (Meenakshi Sheshadri), and in a classic case of Indian-style "Stockholm Syndrome," she falls in love and asks that he turn himself in. Tracks include "Bichde Bhi To Hum Kal Parson" and "Ding Dong O Baby Sing a Song."

Mozart: Cosi Fan Tutte Mezzo-soprano Gloria Scalchi and soprano Adriana Damato star in this 2001 staging of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's comedic opera "Cosi Fan Tutte," filmed at Rome's grand Teatro Argentina and directed by Enrico Castiglione. Hilarity ensues when the mischievous Alfonso decides to get back at his friends Ferrando (Ruben Martinez) and Guglielmo (Riccardo Novaro) by exposing the infidelity of their lovers, Dorabella (Scalchi) and Fiordiligi (Damato).

Danger Mouse: The Final Seasons Tiny spy Danger Mouse returns for the final 21 episodes of this cheeky British series. Spoofing everything from James Bond to popular culture and institutions, the hit cartoon features the diminutive secret agent and his bumbling hamster sidekick, Penfold. The two take orders from walrus Colonel K, battling evil in every form, especially when it comes from their diabolical adversary, the Baron Silas Greenback, and his henchman, Stiletto.

Teeny-Tiny and the Witch-Woman This collection of animated tales culled from children's books is the perfect blend of scary and silly. In "Teeny-Tiny and the Witch Woman," a boy must outfox a witch before she eats him; in "Space Case," an alien makes friends with a boy; in "The Boy with Two Shadows," a child agrees to help a witch and gets more than he bargained for; and in "The Witch and the Cherry Tree," a mother-and-son duo must keep their baked goods from a hungry hag.

Combat Diary: The Marines of Lima Company From the front lines of the Iraq war comes this gripping documentary featuring dramatic footage taken by the soldiers putting their lives on the line for their country and for the Iraqi people. Centering on an Ohio reserve unit of Marines deployed for a seven-month tour of duty, the film provides personal insights into the physical and emotional casualties of war. Interviews with parents and spouses of the fallen lend added perspective.

Digging for the Truth: Season 1 Join host and survival expert Josh Bernstein as he travels the globe in search of answers and evidence explaining the secrets of some of history's most fascinating civilizations. Season 1 adventures include a trip into the Andes Mountains to find the mythical city of El Dorado; an earnest quest to follow the trail of the biblical Ark of the Covenant; and an exploration of the tombs of Egypt to uncover the truth about Queen Nefertiti.

New York Mets Vintage World Series Films One catch-all collection captures both of the New York Mets' World Series victories from 1969 and 1986 against the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox, respectively. Vintage game-winning footage includes action from Tom Seaver, Jerry Koosman, Tommie Agee and Cleon Jones (all members of the 1969 team) as well as Lenny Dykstra, Mookie Wilson and Ray Knight (all from the 1986 lineup).

Anjaana This musical family drama revolves around happy-go-lucky garage owner Raju who falls in love with the local Duke's neice. But the Duke is a very greedy person and has other plans for his wealthy neice.

Amrit Well-acted family drama has Khanna's retired elderly widower connecting with Patil's elderly widow after realizing that both of them are suffering abuse from their families.

Karz Ravi Varma is killed by his wife. He is reincarnated as a rock star in love with Tina. He is haunted by images of a woman killing a man, later realizing he is seeing images of his murder. He enactes vengence on the now queen of Ooty.

The Rain Makers Members of a peace-loving commune suffer persecution, conspiracy and violent attacks in this drama set in a small Arizona town during the tumultuous Vietnam War years. Branded as anti-Americans by most of their neighbors, the hippies, artists and peaceniks of the Freedom Preserve commune are finally forced to take a stand when an unscrupulous real estate developer tries to run them off their land. Jake Busey, Richard Hatch and Ray Wise star.

Amir Garib Enjoyable crime caper follows Anand and Hema Malini as they plot revenge against the same gangster (Prem Nath). Laxmikant-Pyarelal's lively musical score proved successful for Hema Malini, who ruled the marquee at the time.

Advanced Ice Age Civilizations & Atlantis This intriguing three-disc set examines evidence pointing to signs of progressive societies predating the last Ice Age -- including the remnants of what may be the legendary lost city of Atlantis. Featuring magnificent underwater photography and interviews with leading experts and researchers, the series sheds light on humanity's genesis and ancient cultures that understood advanced concepts such as astronomy and mathematics.

Frankenstein Science: Animal Transgenics Fascinating and disturbing, this documentary takes you into the world of animal transgenics, where scientists give animals entirely new characteristics by transferring the genes of one species to another. You'll discover how researchers compete to grow animals faster and bigger (with no regard for health and safety issues) as the film explores the pros and cons of this controversial practice through interviews with biotechnology experts.

Henry & Dovid: Sex, God & Revolution Dovid Krafchow gives us a kabalistic perspective on the work of Beat-generation author Henry Miller in this documentary. From the Henry Miller Memorial Library in Big Sur, Calif., the author of "Listening to the Soul: A Kabalistic Guideto the Tarot" expounds on kabalistic teachings of sexual energy, cosmic metaphor and historical prophecy in the human process of repairing the universe, showing us how to see kabalistic wisdom in today's culture.

UFO Secret: The Truth About UFOs in Russia Italian UFO investigator Georgio Bongiovanni serves as host for this eye-opening probe of whether UFOs exist -- and whether the United States and Russian governments have been hiding proof of their existence. Highlights include interviews with Russian military brass and ex-KGB agents at the Russian Anti-Aircraft Academy of Defense, who reveal that both countries know more than they're willing to admit.

Romantics & Realists: Goya Now embraced as a visionary and cultural revolutionary, Francisco de Goya created numerous masterpieces that portrayed a macabre the public had not yet seen, immortalizing his status as the father of modern art. Born in Spain in 1746, Goya was trained as court painter, eventually developing a distinctive style over the course of his prolific career. One of his greatest works, The Third of May, 1808, was inspired by the Napoleonic Wars of his era.

Romantics & Realists: Friedrich Known for capturing a contemplative solace amid majestic landscapes, Caspar David Friedrich proved he was one of the great painters of the Romantic movement by creating works seeping with sublime symbolism. With emotive pieces such as Abbey of the Oakwoods and Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog, the German artist built a reputation for introspection with a melancholy spirit, a quality that doomed his career to relative obscurity.

Romantics & Realists: Delacroix Forerunner of the French Romantics, Eugene Delacroix developed a dynamic style that blended traditional techniques with creative innovation, as seen in his controversial 1830 painting of Liberty Leading the People. Inspired by the Renaissance and Baroque periods and influenced by the work of Rubens, Delacroix's artistry forged a path for the future Impressionist style with its ingenuity and colorful brushwork.

Great Queens of England: Queen Victoria This documentary explores the life of Britain's longest reigning sovereign -- Queen Victoria, who ruled from 1837 until she died in 1901 -- and the huge social and economic changes that occurred during her governance. Her idyllic marriage to Prince Albert ended with his 1861 death, and Victoria withdrew from the public stage. Dramatic re-creations and authoritative commentary shed light on the woman whose name symbolizes an entire historical era.

Great Kings of England: King Charles I Featuring historical re-creations and authoritative commentary, this comprehensive documentary explores the life and times of King Charles I, who ruled England, Scotland and Ireland from 1625 until his execution in 1649. Though Charles was a deeply religious man who loved his family, his deceit and procrastination contributed greatly to the bloodshed and loss of two English civil wars and to the monarch's eventual downfall.

Great Kings of England: King Henry VIII Through dramatic re-creations and expert analysis, this fascinating documentary traces the life of King Henry VIII, the colorful monarch who ruled England and Ireland from 1509 until his death in 1547. Henry ruthlessly expanded the royal government's power, which he used to launch the country's Protestant Reformation after breaking with the Catholic Church. Famed for his marital problems, Henry wed six times, "divorcing" two wives via execution.

Great Kings of England: King Alfred the Great Using location footage, historical re-creations and authoritative commentary, this engrossing documentary profiles Alfred the Great, who governed the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex between 871 and 899. Famous for his defense against the Danish Vikings, the extraordinary Alfred organized his forces into a standing army, built a navy, laid the groundwork for England's unification and encouraged education for his subjects.

Rodin: The Gates of Hell Compelled to create a masterpiece, French sculptor Auguste Rodin dedicated nearly 37 years of his life to construct the famous Gates of Hell, a pair of massive doors adorned with figures inspired by Dante's Inferno. Although the project was not completed during his lifetime, the vision of this remarkable artist was finally achieved in 1977 when the piece was meticulously cast in bronze using the traditional lost-wax process.

Turner in Switzerland English Romantic painter and landscape artist J.M.W. Turner first traveled to Switzerland in 1802 and returned many times in subsequent years, devoting himself to capturing the diverse scenery in his art. This documentary film travels to the sites that appear in Turner's numerous sketches and watercolors, and revisits the life of a great painter who celebrated nature's timeless beauty through his depictions of a world left relatively untouched.

A Newsreel History of the Third Reich: Vol. 3 Part of a series, this compilation of World War II newsreel footage produced by Joseph Goebbels's propaganda ministry chronicles the Battle of Dunkirk, the German occupation of Copenhagen and other events of early 1940. These films were shown to the citizens of Germany to promote Hitler and the Nazi party. Volume 3 also includes newsreels of France's surrender to the Germans and the Nazi occupation of Denmark.

Angel Guts: Red Porno Based on Takashi Ishii's manga, this fourth installment in the Angel Guts series centers on Nami (Jun Izumi), who unwittingly agrees to stand in for her friend at an S&M magazine photo shoot. Lonely Nami, who works at a department store but moonlights as a clerk at an adult bookstore, winds up in more than one undesirable position in this graphic erotic film directed by Toshiharu Ikeda. Masahiko Abe co-stars.

Monarchy with David Starkey The remarkable lives of English sovereigns are exhaustively chronicled in this two-volume series, beginning with the rulers of Anglo-Saxon times and ending with the House of Windsor. Featuring David Starkey's compelling narration and dramatizations of events such as the Norman Conquest in 1066 and Queen Elizabeth I's majestic reign, the absorbing documentary illustrates how the monarchs affected the course of British and world history.

Romantics & Realists: Rossetti One of the co-founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, Dante Gabriel Rossetti longed to restore the medieval aesthetics in art that existed before Raphael, creating a lush Romantic world infused with poetic beauty. Boasting an impressive lineage of Italian painters and poets, Rossetti embraced the theme of romantic love in his art, and his works Persephone and Beata Beatrix glorified the exquisite feminine form.

Romantics & Realists: Courbet Innovative painter and radical Realist, Gustave Courbet dedicated his talent to deconstructing the contemporary view of art by depicting the raw and unaltered human condition set against an unembellished backdrop. Put off by the artist's audacity, critics continually panned Courbet's contributions -- such as the now famous Burial at Ornans -- but his work gained popularity for its contrast with the pretentious high art of the era.

Romantics & Realists: Whistler Considered a key proponent of the Abstract movement, American-born yet British-based artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler stressed the importance of composition over accurate portrayal of the subject matter. Widely known for his painting titled Arrangement in Grey and Black (nicknamed "Whistler's Mother"), Whistler became engaged in a financially disastrous lawsuit with critic John Rushkin, which eventually bankrupted him.

Maurice Chevalier: A Song in My Heart This in-depth documentary details the life of legendary performer Maurice Chevalier, whose French accent and charming persona made him a beloved figure in America. Ultimately, he served as an informal goodwill ambassador between his native France and the United States. Chevalier earned Oscar nods for The Love Parade (1929) and The Big Pond (1930), and in 1959 he was honored with a special Oscar for his contributions to the entertainment world.

The Great Composers: Wagner Prominent German composer and master of opera Richard Wagner's controversial personal life was strongly affected by his anti-Semitic sentiments, which some have speculated are coded within his music. Filmed in Switzerland, Italy and the Bavaria of King Ludwig II, this documentary explores Wagner's techniques and features performers such as Daniel Barenboim, Roger Norrington, Siegfried Jerusalem, Deborah Polaski and many more.

The Great Composers: Mozart Sorting out the fact and fiction that surround Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart can prove to be a difficult task, since the great composer's legacy of work is constantly entangled in the mythology about his life. Exploring the maestro's personal relationships, the film attempts to uncover the real Mozart by presenting excerpts from the film Amadeus and insight from figures such as Charles Rosen, Imogen Cooper and Jonathan Miller.

Alexander Markov: Paganini: 24 Caprices Internationally renowned violinist Alexander Markov takes the stage to play one of the most demanding scores in the violin repertory: Niccolò Paganini's 24 Caprices. Performing the piece -- as Markov does brilliantly -- requires not only exceptional technical talent but emotional intensity. Reggio Emilia, Italy, provides the setting for this memorable 1989 recital directed by Bruno Monsaingeon (who's also a concert violinist).

Daniel Boone: Season 1 Set in Kentucky and Virginia in the years before the American Revolution, this classic frontier drama features Fess Parker as famed pioneer Daniel Boone, a man who became one of the country's first folk heroes. In the show's first season, Boone is assigned to explore the Indian territory of "Ken-Tuck-E"; Boone's daughter (Veronica Cartwright) is kidnapped by Indians; and a redcoat (Michael Rennie) assumes Boone's identity.

Another Way In the wake of a failed anti-Soviet coup in 1950s Budapest, a woman (Jadwiga Jankowska-Cieslak) working as a newspaper reporter falls in love with the wife (Grazyna Szapolowska) of an army officer. Told mostly through flashback, this thought-provoking drama from director Karoly Makk was considered too controversial for Makk's native Hungary and wasn't released there until it proved successful in other countries.

Petrified Horror and direct-to-video king Charles Band returns to a favorite topic -- mummies -- with this ghastly tale of an undead alien who makes lovely lasses the object of his fatal attraction. When the mummified remains of an unidentifiable being arrive in a shipping container, the folks who discover it soon learn that the cargo has crossed more than an ocean to get there. Now, the mummy's been awakened, and all hell is breaking loose.

Perfect Core Fitness instructor Meghan White targets the abs in these 15 workouts designed to build core strength on the road to total overall fitness. Through a combination of Pilates-based body sculpting, core blasts (five-minute routines designed to work every part of the abs) and fun challenges involving hand weights, rings, balance balls and more, White shows exercisers how to target arms, legs, back and glutes while strengthening their core.

Eric Clapton: Music in Review The artistry of guitar great Eric Clapton is the star of this documentary that provides a critical assessment of the legend's musical legacy. From Clapton's early days with the Yardbirds through his work with Cream and Blind Faith and his eventual solo outings, the Brit's brilliant career is fully documented here through archival footage and interviews with critics and musicians such as former bandmate Jack Bruce and Cream lyricist Pete Brown.

The Clash's London Calling Via electrifying performance footage and interviews with music journalists, this video critique details the influence of the 1979 album "London Calling," which British rockers The Clash made a rallying cry for rebellion. Using every musical style they could muster -- including punk, reggae, rockabilly, ska, jazz and hard rock -- they created a masterpiece that defined a time with songs such as "Spanish Bombs" and "The Guns of Brixton."

When Time Stood Still: Ustad Vilayat Khan & Pandit Ksihan Maharaj On April 14, 2002, two of India's greatest classical artists -- one a tabla master and the other a sitar legend -- joined forces for a concert at London's Royal Festival Hall. This disc captures that memorable night. On a number of well-chosen ragas, sitar player Ustad Vilayat Khan makes his instrument sing in imitation of the human voice, while Pandit Kishan Maharaj demonstrates his mastery of cross rhythms and complex patterns on the tabla.

The Valley Recalls: Raga Bhoopali Flute, tabla (a percussion instrument) and santoor (a traditional stringed instrument) combine to inspire love and peace in this classical Indian musical tale about a young couple living in the Kashmir valley. Pandit ShivKumar Sharma and Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia are the talented musicians who make this rigorous work -- a follow-up to the 1967 thematic recording Call of the Valley -- sound improvised and spontaneous.

Short Stories from Mahabharatha: Arjuna & Karna In these animated stories from the Mahabharata, the focus is on Arjuna, revered in Hindu mythology as a just ruler and brave warrior, and Karna, a mythic figure revered for his valor, loyalty and courage. Through the adventures recounted here, these two towering figures of Indian legend come to life, bringing with them important lessons about life, love and loyalty. The disc includes 12 unique and amazing stories.

A Tale of a Wise King and Witty Ghost In this animated version of the classic tale, valiant and judicious King Vikramaditya engages in a battle of wits with a clever -- and elusory -- spook, proving he'll go to any length to ensure his realm's prosperity. Monsters and angels, sovereigns and commoners, damsels in distress and smitten princes abound in this captivating adventure fantasy set in ancient India and based on the stories of Vikram Betal.

Arjun When jobless Arjun Malvankar (Sunny Deol) witnesses a friend's murder, he takes revenge on the killers and sets in motion a chain of events that changes the course of his life. Shunned by his father, Arjun finds support from an unlikely source -- a politician who hires him to fight hoodlums. All's well until the political tide shifts, and suddenly former allies become new enemies in this 1985 actioner also starring Dimple Kapadia and Anupam Kher.

Adrenalin Crew 2: Awaiting Trial Following the outrageous Street Bike Insanity and Adrenalin Crew: 100% Illegal, this action-packed racing video features Kenny Kelley and the Adrenaline Crew pulling off more wild rides and crazy stunts. Things heat up when the crew pushes the limit and the cops get involved. This program features tattoo artist Paul Booth and extreme X-Gamer Travis Pastrana and includes spoofs on "Pimp My Ride," "Punk'd," "Dog the Bounty Hunter" and more.

Essential Flow Yoga: For Every Body Yoga practitioners of all levels will benefit from these five customized routines presented by Barbara Benagh, the woman Yoga Journal describes as "one of the most intelligent and insightful teachers around." Using her unique "slow flow" method -- which integrates body and mind through breath and movement -- Benagh coaxes students to new levels of strength and flexibility while encouraging mental awareness.

Church Ball Fred Willard stars as a bishop intent on pulling together a winning team for his soon-to-disappear church basketball league in this comedy from Mormon filmmaker Kurt Hale. Included among the players on the ragtag squad are an Uzbek immigrant, an overweight baker and (most oddly of all) the diminutive Gary Coleman, who serves as the center for the team.

Ayahuasca and Mystical Secrets of the Amazon This fascinating four-volume set offers an in-depth look at the rituals surrounding the use of medicinal and sacred Amazonian plants -- none more mystifying and miraculous than ayahuasca. The series examines the psychedelic herb's curative powers, along with its capability to produce profoundly affecting hallucinogenic and spiritual visionary episodes. Foremost experts contribute enlightening opinions and analysis.

UFO Secret: Tunguska: The Russian Roswell Most people are familiar with the infamous flying saucer sighting at Roswell, N.M., in 1947, but what about the phenomenon of a large, glowing object that was observed near Russia's Tunguska River in 1908? Sharing interview footage with one of the last remaining eyewitnesses more than 90 years later, this illuminating documentary attempts to provide some answers as it lifts the veil from an unexplained event that was largely covered up.

UFO Secret: MJ-12: Do You Believe in Majic A set of papers known as the MJ-12 documents seem to prove that the Earth has, in fact, been visited by alien life forms and that knowledge of those incidents goes all the way to the top of the U.S. government. This thought-provoking program rounds up a series of unsettling interviews with some of the foremost UFO experts to discuss the Operation Majestic 12 documents' authenticity and expose a secret of shocking proportions.

Frankenstein Science: Human Cloning Explore the strange world of cloning in this unsettling documentary that gives the straight scoop about the ramifications of the controversial technology and explains exactly what cloning is. Although some animals have already been cloned, many complex technical and ethical issues surround the notion of cloning humans. The film presents a series of interviews with scientists, theologians and others who voice their opinions about the practice.

Crop Circles: Crossovers from Another Dimension This multidisc documentary series from Norwegian filmmaker Terje Toftenes examines the unusual phenomena of crop circles, mysterious formations that appear in fields across the globe -- seemingly out of nowhere. Prominent experts on the subject believe that taken together, the circles communicate a unified message through secret codes. What are the senders trying to say and, more importantly, who's transmitting from afar?

La Tropical Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer David Turnley delivers a colorful, Spanish-language feature film debut by exploring the history of Havana's hallowed dancehall, La Tropical, and the effect it's had on Cuban culture. After springing up in the 1950s as the brainchild of a beer company, the club continued to flourish throughout the decades, surviving racial segregation, the Cuban revolution and bouts of social upheaval.

Fatal Comic Life imitates art when a famous comic book artist is found dead, murdered in a gruesome fashion that's eerily similar to a scenario from his latest issue. Overcome with grief but ready for revenge, the artist's son chooses to do the only thing that makes any sense: transform himself into his father's most popular character and fight a local triad group led by the menacing Black Devil. Patrick Keung, Siu Lung Sik and Cherie Kong co-star.

Meet the Family When Humphrey Rump, a shy and overweight loner who rarely dates, finally brings a person of the opposite sex home to meet his raucous African-American family, everyone's on edge to see who this mystery girl could be. As it turns out, she's a beautiful, thin white woman … and the surprises keep on coming. Jennifer Alden, Beau Billingslea, Georgette Brotherson, John Gipson and Willie Glover co-star in Stan Lerner's film adaptation of his own play.

NASCAR: All Access Hot Pass Race fans will thrill at this behind-the-scenes, all-access tour of an official NASCAR event hosted by NASCAR and Busch Series driver Kenny Wallace. Offering inspection-line to finish-line coverage and special appearances by NASCAR greats Michael Waltrip and Sterling Marlin, the documentary offers a minute-by-minute look at a fuel-injected weekend of NASCAR racing.

Katt Williams: Live Actor-comedian Katt Williams -- known for playing pimps in Friday After Next and the animated series "The Boondocks" -- takes the stage for his own stand-up show in front of a supportive hometown crowd. Returning to his roots in Cincinnati, the outspoken Williams pokes fun at a variety of topics, including sex, relationships, parenthood and his experiences trying to make it in Los Angeles.

The Great Composers: Mahler A passionate conductor and composer, Gustav Mahler never received the recognition he deserved during his lifetime but has since come to be known as a prominent post-Romantic master of song and symphony. Filmed in Vienna, Austria; Budapest, Hungary; Hamburg, Germany; and the Czech Republic, this documentary explores the Bohemia-born Mahler's life and inspirations, from his turbulent childhood years to his ambitious adult career.

Nostradamus: The Story of the Man and His Prophecies Using dramatized re-creations, period imagery and expert commentary, this riveting documentary chronicles the story of Michel de Nostredame -- aka Nostradamus -- and his enduring prophecies. Born in 1503, the French-born doctor and psychic is most famous for his book Les Propheties, published in 1555 and seldom out of print since. Many of his predictions about world events have seemingly come true, creating a cadre of Nostradamus devotees.

House of Carnage In this bloody sequel to the 2004 horror film Day of the Ax, a peaceful summer afternoon turns deadly for two young women when they become the target of an ax-wielding maniac and his hungry cannibal clan. With a taste for human flesh and a burning desire to populate the Pennsylvania woods with devilish demon spawn, the family sends their most insane member out to capture the girls. Danielle Donahue, Eddie Benevich and Janet Robbins star.

Great Kings of England: Richard the Lionheart Richard the Lionheart's short but eventful reign as king of England is brought to life through dramatic reconstructions, period imagery and expert commentary in this documentary presentation. In England only five months out of his 10-year reign, the third son of Henry II spent the majority of his time crusading and defending his land in France. Also chronicled are his imprisonment in Germany, his brother's attempt to seize the crown and more.

Amy Grant: Time Again: Live Six-time Grammy winner Amy Grant performs 23 hits from her 30-year career in this concert at Fort Worth's Bass Hall, her first live recording in 25 years. Grant treats her audience to mainstream and Christian favorites such as "Stay for a While," "Baby Baby," "Lead Me On" and "If These Walls Could Speak." This DVD also features exclusive interviews, a fresh studio recording of "In a Little While," behind-the-scenes footage and more.

Great Kings of England: William the Conqueror Nobleman of Normandy, wise warrior and eventual king of England William the Conqueror's victory over England in the 1066 Battle of Hastings is forever etched in the history books. This program explores the defining events of the great Norman king's 20-year reign, from the creation of the Domesday Book to the construction of Westminster Abbey and numerous churches, each achievement solidifying William as a visionary ruler for England.

The Dwarves: FEFU This compilation of live performances, music videos and interview clips is the definitive collection for fans of the sexually explicit punk-rock act The Dwarves, a band that isn't afraid of a little blood.Featured songs include "FEFU," "Speed Demon," "Crucifixation Is Now," "We Must Have Blood," "Back Seat of My Car," "Blood Brothers Revenge," "The Scum Also Rises," "Drugstore" and "Dominator."

Forbidden County In this indie thriller, reporter Joanne Mason (Leda Mulholland) travels to a rural Indiana hamlet to probe the mysterious death of her sister -- who isn't the only woman in town to die under suspicious circumstances. But with an uncooperative sheriff and the townsfolk unwilling to talk, Joanne's investigation hits a brick wall until newspaper owner Jeff Andrews (Steven Bauer) offers to help uncover the truth. Gary Kirk and Clint Vaught also star.

Yoga: Breathing Disorders Anyone who suffers from breathing disorders will benefit from this unique set of Hathenas -- hatha yoga practices that help practitioners breathe consciously into different areas of the lungs. Springing from the Gitananda yoga tradition, the Hathenas combine physical posturing with deep, controlled breathing to help expand lung capacity while developing efficient breathing patterns. The six segments presented here include a relaxation exercise.

The Hard Rock Collection From Uriah Heep to Black Sabbath, all the overamped, over-the-top hard-rock gods from the 1970s are represented in this anthology of some of the rawest, most rollicking performances of the era. Power and melody combine as Asia, Saxon, Deep Purple, Jack Bruce and other hard-rock legends perform in front of packed houses the world over. The disc also features a rare performance by progressive German band Nektar.

Wishbone Ash: Argus In 1972, British rockers Wishbone Ash released their seminal album "Argus." Decades later, bassist Martin Turner and guitarist Ted Turner revisit the original multitrack tapes to trace the album's birth. In the process, they reveal a masterwork of epic themes, intricate vocal harmonies and superior songwriting. Archival material, concert clips and interviews with music writers and band members paint a profile of the pioneering double-guitar band.

Reline2 Featuring 18 experimental films -- each set to the sounds of cutting-edge rock and electronica -- this audiovisual sampler spotlights the work of an eclectic mix of artists. Ranging from abstract to avant-garde and examining the incorporation of technology into every facet of human life, the works touch on contemporary mythology and the environment, among other topics. The DVD series is the brainchild of artists Scott Pagano and Phoenix Perry.

Fever Dreams and Heavenly Nightmares: The Short Films of Chel White Film festival favorite Chel White makes shorts that explore love, obsession, dreams and memory -- in the process presenting his unique perspective on the human experience. This disc collects six of the auteur's best. "A Painful Glimpse into My Writing Process," "Passage," "Dirt," "Magda," "Soulmate" and "Eclipse" showcase the black humor, cinematic poetry and outsider's perspective that have become hallmarks of White's work.

Inhaling the Spore: A Journey Through the Museum of Jurassic Technology A fascinating look into an obscure institution, this documentary visits the Museum of Jurassic Technology in Culver City, Calif. Comprising a collection of exhibits, dioramas and curios -- most of which seemingly have nothing to do with the Jurassic period or technology -- the museum offers an intellectual trip down the rabbit hole. The film includes interviews with founder and curator David Wilson and an extensive tour of the museum's oddities.

Peligrosa Obsesion Three strangers with little in common (Carol Castro, Mariano Martinez, Pablo Echarri) join forces in a dangerous obsession with truth, honor and justice in this gripping Argentine drama directed by Raul Rodriguez Peila. When the three learn they're being pursued by a powerful drug trafficking syndicate and police officers on the wrong side of the law, their mission naturally takes a few detours.

Andre Rieu: The Homecoming Dutch violinist and band leader Andre Rieu performs live in his Netherlands hometown of Maastricht in this outdoor midsummer concert filmed in the breathtaking Vrijthof Square. Featuring lively guest singers the Platinum Tenors, this special concert glows with an extraordinary light show as Rieu treats his appreciative audience to some of his most beloved works, including "Toselli Serenade," "Ode to Maastricht" and "Aviator's March."