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The entire second season of the 1970s BBC sci-fi series. 'Redemption' sees Orac's prediction of the Liberator's destruction looking likely to be fulfilled when the ship's original owners arrive and take the rebels prisoner. In 'Shadow', Blake becomes involved with an interplanetary crime syndicate. 'Weapon' sees Blake and crew set out to steal a deadly 'delayed-effect' gun, which Servalan also wishes to possess. In 'Horizon', the Liberator heads for the edge of the Galaxy, only to be taken prisoner on the planet Horizon. 'Pressure Point' sees Blake attempting to destroy the Federation's control centre, only to walk into a trap set by Travis. In 'Trial', Travis is made a scapegoat by Servalan for their failure to capture Blake. 'Killer' sees Blake and his crew stumbling upon a derelict spaceship whilst on a mission to crack the Federation's new transmission code. The craft houses a deadly plague which could threaten the existence of the entire universe. In 'Hostage', Travis tries to trap Blake by kidnapping his cousin, Inga. 'Countdown' sees Blake and crew coming to the aid of the planet Albian, whose population are dying from radiation poisoning. In 'Voice from the Past', a telepathic signal forces Blake to reroute the Liberator to an asteroid where Travis lies in wait. Whilst 'Gambit' sees Blake, Cally and Jenna visit a gambling world to find the man who knows the location of the Federation's Star One. Avon and Villa, meanwhile, choose to take Orac on an illicit gambling spree. In 'The Keeper', Blake tries to obtain the key to Star One from a tribal chief on the planet Goth. However, Travis has beaten him to it. Finally, 'Star One' sees Blake at last launch his attack on the Federation's headquarters, unaware that an alien fleet is poised to invade.
All 23 episodes from the second season of the 1970s series set in the 1870s, starring David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine, a half-Chinese, half-American Shaolin priest and humble man of peace now living in the Wild West. Episodes are: 'The Well', 'The Assassin', 'The Chalice', 'The Brujo', 'The Spirit Helper', 'The Squaw Man', 'The Salamander', 'The Tong', 'The Soldier', 'The Hoots', 'The Elixir', 'The Gunman', 'Empty Pages of a Dead Book', 'A Dream Within a Dream', 'The Way of Violence Has No Mind', 'In Uncertain Bondage', 'Night of the Owls, Day of the Doves', 'Crossties', 'The Passion of Chen Yi', 'The Arrogant Dragon', 'The Nature of Evil', 'The Cenotaph (Part 1)' and 'The Cenotaph (Part 2)'.
Murder mystery set in medieval England, based on the novel 'Morality Play' by Barry Unsworth. Paul Bettany stars as Nicholas, a young priest who is forced to flee the wrath of his bishop and fellow monks after breaking his vow of chastity. On the road he witnesses the murder of one of the performers in a group of wandering actors led by the good-natured Martin (Willem Dafoe), and subsequently joins the troupe as a replacement for the murdered man. When the troupe arrive in an impoverished town to give a performance, they hear that a boy has been killed and a young deaf-mute girl, Martha (Elvira Mínguez) has been sentenced to death for his murder and witchcraft. Setting aside their usual fare of dramatised bible stories, Nicholas and Martin decide to look into the story as the basis for a new play. But they uncover more than they had expected, finding out that the townspeople know that the girl is innocent and have their own reasons for vilifying her. As in Shakespeare's Hamlet, the stage becomes the place where truths are told, and Nicholas, who has been racked with guilt since committing his crime against the priesthood, finally finds a dramatic way to atone for his sins.
Meditative coming-of-age drama by Korean director Kim Ki-duk. The film, which is divided into five sections to reperesent the stages of a man's life, is set entirely on and around a remote mountain lake where a tiny Buddhist monastery floats on a raft amidst the breathtakingly beautiful landscape. Here an old Buddhist monk (Oh Young-Su) instructs his young child apprentice (Kim Jong-Ho) in Buddhist philosophy and shows him how to live in harmony with nature. But as the boy grows older, he becomes consumed by guilt, jealousy and sexual longing, and leaves the monastery to pursue his worldy desires. However, he eventually returns, exhausted and drained by his experiences, and (now played by the director, Kim Ki-duk) slowly matures and rebuilds himself to become a teacher himself. The film won the Audience Award at the 2003 San Sebastian film festival, among numerous other international awards.
Drama based on the gothic romance by Daphne Du Maurier. Emilia Fox stars as the second wife of recently widowed aristocrat Max de Winter, whose first wife, the eponymous Rebecca, was - from all accounts - a beautiful socialite adored by the Manderley housekeeper Mrs Danvers (Diana Rigg, who won an Emmy for her performance). An innocent, shy young middle class girl half her husband's age, the new Mrs de Winter finds herself lost and alone in a world where social graces and accomplishments are everything. But unfortunately for her, she soon discovers that the bitterness and resentment of Mrs Danvers is the least of her troubles...
A 17th century man of letters, renowned for the size of his nose but also his wit, falls in love with a beautiful lady but is too afraid of her reaction to his looks to declare his feelings. Jose Ferrer won an Oscar for his performance. The story was remade in France during 1990 starring Gerard Depardieu and also updated to the modern day in 'Roxanne' starring Steve Martin.
The complete second series of the popular medical drama. In 'Welcome Back, Carter' Carter returns and Mark begins dealing with the problems of his new position. 'Summer Run' has Dr Ross meet a young firestarter. 'Do One, Teach One, Kill One' sees Jeanie end things with Benton. 'What Life?' finds Benton injured and thus prevented from performing surgery. 'And Baby Makes Two' has Kerry take a day off, leading to much joy among the other staff. 'Days Like This' sees tensions erupt in the ER when opposing gang members line up for treatment. 'Hell and High Water' has Doug rescue a trapped boy who is in danger of drowning. 'The Secret Sharer' finds Benton surprised when he hears that Jeanie has broken things off with her partner. 'Home' sees Hathaway and Jeanie try to find a new home for a schizophrenic student. 'A Miracle Happens Here' has the hospital visited by someone who looks very much like Father Christmas. 'Dead of Winter' finds Jen filing for divorce and the ER staff treating a mass of abandoned children. In 'True Lies' Benton asks Jeanie to accompany him when he gets an invitation to dinner at Vucelich's. 'It's Not Easy Being Greene' has Carol look after some worms and Benton discover some surprising information about Vucelich. 'The Right Thing' sees Carter peddling gossip about an affair between Susan and Mark. 'Baby Shower' finds the ER swamped with an influx of pregnant mothers. 'The Healers' has the hospital staff struggling to deal with the victims of a devastating fire. 'The Match Game' sees Ross and Benton argue over a professional decision. 'A Shift in the Night' finds Mark stretched to the limit on a busy night shift. In 'Fire in the Belly' Mark tries to come to terms with his new bachelor status and asks a woman out on a date. 'Fevers of Unknown Origin' has Susan try to forget her personal problems by throwing herself into her work. 'Take These Broken Wings' sees Al Boulet receive the results of a HIV test. And 'John Carter, M.D.' finds Carter approaching his graduation day.
Director Ronald F. Maxwell revisits his finest work in this epic prequel to Gettysburg, as the American Civil War comes to life as countrymen fight one another in sweeping battle scenes led by men with the courage and conviction to defend their beliefs with their very lives. An Award winning cast including Robert Duvall as General Robert E. Lee, Stephen Lang as "Stonewall" Jackson and Jeff Daniels as Lawrence Chamberlain, do battle on the fields of Virginia, where the armies of the North and South collide. Based on Jeffrey M. Shaara's bestseller, Gods And Generals faithfully recreates the world of 1861 and the strife of a nation at war with itself.
British masterspy George Smiley (Alec Guinness) returns to his old department following the murder of his friend, General Vladimir, a Russian who once worked for British Intelligence. When it transpires that Vladimir was in fact a double agent, Smiley becomes engaged in a battle of wills with his old nemesis, Karla of Moscow Centre.
Kenneth More keeps his upper lip stiff in this colourful adventure set in colonial India. Captain Scott is sent to rescue a five year old Indian Prince and his American governess, Catherine Wyatt, when a rebellion breaks out amongst the tribesmen. Scott and his men take the Prince and his governess into the hills in order to take the young Prince to safety in Kalapur, 300 miles away, in the pretext that while he is alive, no rebellion can succeed. But the last convoy has left, and their only chance of escape is a temperamental old train, called the "Empress of India".
Wartime drama starring Alec Guiness as Peter Ross, an RAF reconnaisance photographer assigned to trace and destroy an Italian convoy threatening to invade Malta. As the Luftwaffe threatens, Ross's romance with a local girl hangs in the balance.
Final 4 episodes of the second series of the BBC drama series about Jack Ford (James Bolam), a soldier who has returned to his native Tyneside after serving in World War I and now works as the District Secretary for the Fitter's union. Includes the episodes: 'A Wreath With Our Names On', 'The Way It Was in Murmansk', 'In the Front Line You Get Shot At' and 'The Simple Pleasures of the Rich'.
Anthony Valentine stars as the debonair A.J. Raffles who is constantly in demand as a house guest on English country estates at the turn of the century. What his hosts don't realise is that Raffles is also an accomplished jewel thief and safe-cracker.
The complete first series of the popular medical drama. In the two-part pilot episode, medical student John Carter finds himself dropped in the deep end when he turns up for his first day and discovers the emergency room in the middle of a major trauma. 'Day One' see Dr Ross struggle to save the victim of a drunk driving accident. 'Going Home' has Hathaway return to the hospital and Carter learn to be more compassionate. 'Hit and Run' finds Carol receiving an unexpected visit from the handsome Dr Ross. 'Into That Good Night' has Mark go in search of a much-needed transplant for a critical patient. 'Chicago Heat' sees Mark bring his daughter into the ER and Ross do his best to save a young girl suffering from an unintended cocaine overdose. 'Another Perfect Day' has Carter try to find an apartment of his own. '9½ Hours' finds Carter falling for Susan. In 'ER Confidential' Carol faces a difficult decision when a patient tells her a secret. 'Blizzard' sees the ER staff scramble to help the victims of a massive car pile-up. 'The Gift' has Doug turn up unexpected at Carol's engagement party. 'Happy New Year' finds Carter angry about doing Benton's work for him. In 'Luck of the Draw' Mark confronts a drug-smuggling patient and Carol decides upon a date for her wedding. 'Long Day's Journey' sees Peter hire physical therapist Jeanie to look after his mum. 'Feb 5th, 1995' has Carter surprised when Deb delivers an excellent trauma presentation. 'Make of Two Hearts' finds Deb in trouble when she accidentally takes some LSD. 'The Birthday Party' sees Jen accept the offer of work in Milwaukee, thereby making her separation from Mark almost inevitable. In 'Sleepless in Chicago' Carol's hopes of adopting Tatiana come to an end. 'Love's Labour Lost' has Benton's mother admitted to hospital when she breaks her hip. 'Full Moon, Saturday Night' finds the tension growing between Carter and Deb. 'House of Cards' sees Peter confront his mother about her need to enter a nursing home. 'Men Plan, God Laughs' has Mark attempt a reconciliation with Jen. 'Love Among the Ruins' finds Carter's secret background revealed. 'Motherhood' sees Carter stretched to the limit on a gruelling 24 hour shift. And in 'Everything Old is New Again' the day of Carol's wedding finally arrives.
A semi-documentary based on the lives of two friends living on the remote Shetland island of Foula. It shows their struggles with the harshness of isolation and the everyday hurdles of love and survival. In 1978 director Michael Powell added a new (colour) introduction and epilogue to the film which was re-titled `Return to the Edge of the World'.
Six-volume box set containing the entire first series of the acclaimed drama centred around a New Jersey Mafia family. In 'The Sopranos (Pilot)', Tony Soprano sees a psychiatrist when family problems become too much for him. '46 Long' sees acting family boss Giacomo 'Jackie' Aprile seriously ill with cancer, while Tony becomes reluctantly embroiled in a power struggle with Uncle Junior. In 'Denial, Anger, Acceptance', Mickey Palmice stirs up further trouble between Tony and Junior. In 'Meadowlands', Jackie's death forces Tony to decide whether he really wants to make a play for control of the family or allow Uncle Junior to step in, while 'College' sees Tony becoming convinced that he has seen snitch Fabian Petrulio, who testified against the family years earlier before entering the witness protection programme. In 'Pax Soprana', Tony is displeased when Junior begins taxing his associates and keeping the money for himself, but surprises his shrink, Dr Melfi, with a kiss. 'Down Neck' sees Anthony Junior suspended from school for stealing the sacramental wine, with Tony feeling responsible as a result. In 'The Legend of Tennessee Moltisanti', the boys are forced to leave Larry Boy's daughter's wedding early when they discover that they are to be indicted. 'Boca' sees Tony getting even with Uncle Junior after he is humiliated on the golf course. In 'A Hit is a Hit', Christopher and Adriana encounter gangster rapper 'Massive Genius', while Tony feels like an outsider when his neighbour invites him for a round of golf with friends. 'Nobody Knows Anything' sees Jimmy and Pussy arrested in an FBI raid, while Jimmy pays the Sopranos a visit upon his release from prison. In 'Isabella', a depressed Tony seeks solace with Italian student Isabella, but is advised by FBI agent Harris to relocate in order to protect his family. 'I Dream of Jeannie Cusamano' sees Tony warning Dr Melfi that her life is in danger, and a meal at Artie's temporarily staving off the disintegration of the family.
Robert Jordon is an American demolition expert who lends his unique abilities to the anti-fascist freedom fighters of Spain. Assisting him is a band of warriors that includes the strong-willed Pilar, the dangerously undependable Pablo and the lovely, innocent Maria. As danger mounts, Robert and Maria develop a closeness, an interdependence, that blossoms into one of the screen's greatest love stories. Their passion grows as they approach the hour of judgment - a climactic confrontation neither may survive.
What is an ordinary couple? Here, as six relationships are put under the microscope of the camera, the universal themes of sex, power, illness, perversion and hair loss are dramatically revealed. AN ENGLISH SQUEAK: The apparently bucolic artisto-existence of Peter and Flick is shadowed by an ailment on her part that makes physical intimacy impossible. SLITHER IN: "Ignorance is bliss, that to me is the beauty of a coma." B&B owners Gordon and Sheila fit their swinging lifestyle alongside looking after Sheila's bedridden sister. ALL OVER MY GLASSES: Michelle and Stephen are planning their wedding day. The first dance is R-Kelly's Bump and Grind and there's five boxes of Doritos for the reception. STRAIGHT AS A FLUTE: When not making curly sausage casseroles for the vicar, Beverley and Tony survey their neighbour's Satan-inspired garden and tell of life under the full gaze of the Lord. HAIRLESS: "My songs are like my children" says singer Fonte. "Yet they're also like my parents or a special uncle, who is particularly friendly at Christmas time. MORE THAN HAPPY: "You hear of people who have all sorts of sexual hang-ups.... and I'm one of them" Les's optimism has carried him and Ray through eight traumatic married years.
Presbyterian Church is a small mining town in the turn-of-the-century Pacific Northwest - and a perfect place where gambler John Q. McCabe and bordello madam Constance Miller can do business.
California 1860 and prospector Daniel Dillon (Peter Mullan) has made a fortune in gold and is now running Kingdom Come, a small town built in the heart of the Sierra mountains. He wants to turn the town into a thriving city and to this end he asks Dalglish (Wes Bentley), an engineer plotting the course of the Pacific Railroad Expedition, to survey the surrounding area. But then Dillon's wife (Nastassja Kinski) and twenty-year-old daughter (Sarah Polley), both of whom he had traded for his goldmine years before, arrive in town asking for help. Dillon is overcome with guilt, and leaves his mistress Lucia (Milla Jovovich) in order to seek his wife's forgiveness. Lucia herself then takes up with Dalglish, who tells Dillon that the railroad will not be passing through his town, thereby causing the increasingly-unhinged prospector to reach for his rifle....
All five episodes of Alan Bleasdale's gritty Eighties drama. 'Jobs for the Boys', tells the story of an unofficial building gang being watched by the Department of Employment. Their raid ends in tragedy. In 'Moonlighter', Dixie uncovers things he does not want to know about while he is working illegally at the docks, and his wife is frightened of opening the door because of the Department of Employment. In 'Shop Thy Neighbour', Chrissie has his dole stopped after the moonlighting affair, and times become harder and harder. 'Yosser's Story' features Yosser's struggle to find work and retain custody of his three children, set against his slide into depression and instability. And finally, in 'George's Last Ride' George, the one character left unbroken by adversity, dies, but his legacy is discovered by Chrissie.
Parts 1 and 2 of the multi BAFTA-winning political thriller. Bob Peck stars as an intense detective investigating the death of his daughter (Joanne Whalley-Kilmer). He discovers that a nuclear power plant is somehow involved, and uncovers evidence of a high-level government cover-up.
Set in beautiful 14th century Sweden, the film tells a sombre, powerful fable of peasant parents whose daughter, a young virgin, is brutally raped and murdered by swineherds after her half sister has invoked a pagan curse. By a bizarre twist of fate, the murderers ask for food and shelter from the dead girl's parents, who, upon discovering the truth about their erstwhile lodgers, exact a chilling revenge. This cruel and sensational medieval allegory, made all the more powerful for the luminous, hauling black and white photography and Bergman's meticulous direction, was later to be re-made by horror director Wes Craven as Last House on the Left. In black & white.
Amelie Poulain has led a sheltered life - educated at home by over-protective parents, she retreats into a fantasy world of her own. When she finally leaves home and finds work as a waitress in a Parisian cafe, life is pretty uneventful until a chain of extraordinary events leads her to the discovery of a tin box containing a schoolboy's long forgotten mementos. It is then that Amelie discovers her true vocation in life - helping others find love and happiness - which she sets about in her own unique and magical way. But when Amelie falls in love herself, she realizes that making neat solutions is not as easy as it seems... In French with English subtitles. |
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