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National Geograhic Video - The Noble Horse»rank: 5013starring: National Geographic
: :The Noble Horse is a spellbinding journey through the ages, beginning with the origins of the animal some 60 million years ago. Superb writing and stunning photography ignite this history lesson: 'Spark of ancient myth, pride of king and conqueror; history was forged to the beat of its hooves....' At the documentary's center is a modern horse race in Mongolia, where horses are so revered that the national drink is fermented mare's milk. The narrative touches on an exclusive riding school in Spain, ... |
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Lewis & Clark - The Journey of the Corps of Discovery»rank: 5312starring: Hal Holbrook, Adam Arkin, Murphy Guyer, Sam Waterston, Matthew Broderick
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In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great»rank: 13195starring: Michael Wood
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National Geographic's Amazon: Land of the Flooded Forest»rank: 2439starring: Burgess Meredith
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Grand Illusions: The Story of Magic Series»rank: 4835starring: Marcello Mastroianni
:Description:This six part series takes you inside the alluring and enchanted world of magic: from the mechanical automata of Robert-Houdin to the elaborate illusions of Penn and Teller, from the death defying escapes of Houdini to the bizarre and tragic feats of sideshow performers. Come backstage and see what's behind the curtain! |
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Ken Burns Presents The West (Boxed Set)»rank: 2680directed by: Stephen Ives, Ken Burns
: :Since its premiere on PBS in September 1996, The West has rightfully assumed its place as a milestone event in television history, and remains the single most ambitious and authoritative audio-visual history of the American West. Spanning centuries but focusing primarily on the period of 1800 to 1915, when America was virtually redefined by westward expansion, this outstanding 12.5-hour film is itself a triumphant effort to redefine Americans' collective understanding of the West and its impact on national identity. Directed by Stephen lves and executive produced ... |
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This Is Spinal Tap (Special Edition)»rank: 8900starring: Ed Begley Jr., Dana Carvey, Jean Cromie, Chazz Dominguez, Fran Drescher
:Description:You're about to get personal with one of music history's greatest and loudest heavy metal bands, Spinal Tap! Whether or not you're a die-hard fan of the group, you'll love this detailed 'rockumentary' of Engand's legendary Spinal Tap. Acclaimed commercial director Marty DiBergi takes you behind the scenes for an intimate look at a band whose time has come and gone and come again and.... Through interviews, rare footage and lots of musicincluding classic Tap tunes like 'Big Bottom' and 'Hell Hole'you'll get ... |
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National Geographic's Jewels of the Caribbean Sea»rank: 11625starring: National Geographic
:Description:Tour the depths of the Caribbean where, in waters famed for hidden treasures, another kind of wealth lies in abundance. From the coral reefs, across the plains, and through the grasses, stunning underwater photography allows you to get close up to creatures rare and fantastic. National Geographic cameras capture a baby sperm whale romping near the surface, a manatee settling down to sleep, and dolphins playing on the sandy plains. 0bserve predators such as the Caribbean reef shark and the barracuda hunting the ... |
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Oscar's Greatest Moments - 1971 to 1991»rank: 6924starring: Karl Malden, F. Murray Abraham, Anne Bancroft, Kathy Bates, Ellen Burstyn
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Lilias! Alive with Yoga: Beginner»rank: 10435starring: Lilias-Alive With Yoga
: :To answer the first and most important question: no, this compilation of 0scar broadcasts from the 1970s through the '90s does not feature the infamous duet of 'Proud Mary' between Rob Lowe and Snow White. This being an officially sanctioned documentary look from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, anything extremely embarrassing has been conveniently excised. Minor and cute gaffes, sure; political statements, no problem (thanks, Vanessa Redgrave); famous no-shows, upfront and center (George C. Scott and Marlon Brando); fashion statements, let's ... |
