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A three-volume set of documentaries examining different aspects of the drug trade. 'Ecstasy Bandits' (2010), profiles the scientists responsible for the development of so-called 'designer drugs', including Ecstasy, in recent times. 'Cocaine Bandits' (2008), examines the way drug barons in the border region between the US and Mexico are increasingly using paramiltary forces to achieve their aims. Finally, 'Weed Bandits' (2003), examines both sides' views in the campaign to allow the planting of industrial hemp in the United States. In the pro camp, celebrity activists including Woody Harrelson, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Ralph Nader put forward the argument that American farmers, already finding it hard to survive in today's economic climate, are being criminalised for going into competition with their rival synthetic manufacturers.
David Hayman presents this documentary about Scottish poet Robert Burns. Hayman explores Burns' life from his childhood to his rise to fame throughout the nation while a team of experts use forensic technology to create a model of the writer's head to show, with as much accuracy as possible, what he would have really looked like.
A documentary profile of Mark 'Chopper' Read, one of Australia's most notorious criminals. The film charts the life of the cult hero, from his time in mental hospitals, via his horrific murders, to the years spent in Australia's harsh Pentridge Prison.
Fifth release in the BTF re-mastered transport films archive. This collection veers away from the rail travel milieu and into that of road, rail and sea transport. These public information films did their earnest best to present a picture of the utmost modernity and of a country whose future was inextricably linked with transport. No matter what the ends may have been, the means was transport! Films in this collection include 'Ocean Terminal (1952)', 'Dodging The Column (1952)', 'Link Span (1956)', 'Every Valley (1957)', 'Journey Into Spring (1957)', 'Betweeen The Tides (1958)' 'Giant Load (1958)', 'They Take The High Road (1960)', 'Wild Highlands (1961)', 'Wild Wings (1965)', 'An Artist Looks At Churches (1959)', 'Railways Forever (1970)', 'The Scene From Melbury House (1972)', 'Age Of Invention (1975)' and 'Seaspeed Express (1980)'.
Historical documentary which goes back in time to take a closer look at the Britain of the past. From the Victorian era and the industrial revolution through to the decadent 1920s and the strife of the 1940s, all the way through to the 'Swinging Sixties', this six-part collection paints a detailed picture of how things changed from decade to decade.
It was the Olympic Games we will never forget; an extraordinary event in Britain’s history with intense drama, sporting brilliance and heart-wrenching emotion. Capturing the key moments of the Games, including a specially-edited version of the entire Opening Ceremony from director Danny Boyle, over seven hours of sporting highlights and the full Closing Ceremony, these day-by-day highlights relive the triumphs, moving stories and memories that will live on forever. Experience once again the magnificent performances from outstanding athletes such as Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, Chris Hoy and Jessica Ennis. Marvel at the many amazing achievements, including Mo Farah’s double gold, Oscar Pistorius’ Olympic Games debut and Nicola Adams’ gold in the boxing ring. Relive Team GB’s 29 gold medal triumphs and recapture the moments which made these Olympic Games so special; from the electrifying atmosphere in the stadium on ‘Super Saturday’ to judo’s Gemma Gibbons’ tearful dedication and the pure emotion of swimmer Chad le Clos’ father. 5 DISC BOX SET INCLUDES:
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Documentary following the career of legendary motor cycle racer Valentino Rossi. Rossi is one of the most successful and celebrated motorcyclists of all time. Hailing from Italy, he has won a record nine Grand Prix World Championships. In the unforgiving world of sport, however, past achievements count for little. This documentary follows Rossi through the years 2010 and 2011 as he bids to hold off a new batch of fast young racers and attempts to recover from a broken leg sustained in an accident. Narrated by Ewan McGregor.
Documentary which takes a look at the long-running Israel-Palestine conflict and attempts to find a way forward. Israeli Liat Aaronson and Palestinian Hanan Kattan made use of the TED conference to interview a number of leading female thinkers from the warring nations about the conflict. The film makers were particularly intrigued by those who suggested a way forward that didn't involve grandiose political gestures but, rather, involved helping ordinary people on both sides continue to live their lives and to work for reconciliation through respect and tolerance.
A collection of short information films made by the Central Office of Information (COI) throughout the latter half of the 20th century. This volume focuses on the people of Britain, covering topics such as immigration, education and art. Among the featured films are 'Oxford' (1958), 'Dateline Britain - Look at London' (1958), 'The Poet's Eye' (1964) and 'Opus' (1967).
Lost in Everest's Death Zone (DVD) Also included is a 500 piece jigsaw, depicting Everest, suitable for all ages.
This release offers you the chance to dance your way to fitness with the world's most glamorous clubbing brand Pacha. If you have ever wished that you had the body, the moves or the stamina of a professional dancer now is your chance to shake that ass, party the pounds off and dance your way to fitness. Includes a warm up routine, a club workout and a yoga based chill-out session bringing the spirit of the Ibiza club scene into living rooms nationwide.
Michael Bannon, coach to Irish golfing star Rory McIlroy, presents this instructional programme in two parts. The 'Indoor' section helps you to get the basics right by following the 3D teaching model and self-help tips to visualise and perfect the fundamentals of the golf swing. The 'Outdoor' section takes you through Michael's unique Six-Step Golf Lesson, with key instructions and demonstrations to help shape your golf swing.
History Channel documentary that explores the historical, psychological and scientific factors underlying a variety of common fears and neuroses. A number of factors, many with an evolutionary basis, predispose people to widespread phobias such as the fear of snakes and spiders. The programme explores these factors and also talks to people who have survived coming face-to-face with their worst fear.
Mariano Nante directs this documentary that focuses on two families of renowned pianists who live next to each other in Brussels. Through interviews with concert pianist Martha Argerich and her neighbours, the Tiempo-Lechner family, the film explores the life of a pianist as the latest prodigy of Sergio Tiempo and Karin Lechner, 13-year-old Natasha Binder, begins to shoulder the burden of her family's musical heritage.
Lauded 1936 documentary, showing the various stages and procedures of the operation of the Royal Mail train delivery service, that remains one of the most instantly recognised films in British film history. It begins with a voiceover commentary describing how the mail is collected for transit. Then, as the train proceeds along the course of its journey, we are shown the various regional railway stations at which it collects and deposits its cargo. Inside the train the process of sorting takes place. As it nears its destination there is a sequence - the best known in the film - in which WH Auden's spoken verse and Benjamin Britten's music are combined over montage images of racing train wheels.
Over two hours of exclusive music on two discs from Coldplay, Radiohead, Bjork, Morrissey, Faithless, The Prodigy, Babyshambles, Pulp, Chemical Brothers, Joe Strummer, Orbital and more. This is the soundtrack to the 2006 film about the legendary Glastonbury annual UK music festival. England is known for having some of the greatest music festivals in the world, with Glastonbury definitely on top of the list. Over the years, this festival has been responsible for making (and occasionally breaking) a band's career. This is the first release on the Glastonbury Phonographic Society label, to be followed by legendary live sets from the festival history. |
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