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Class of 92 (Region 1 Import DVD): Class of 92 (Region 1 Import DVD)
R183 R163 Discovery Miles 1 630 Save R20 (11%) Out of stock
WWE: The John Cena Experience (DVD): John Cena WWE: The John Cena Experience (DVD)
John Cena 1
R127 Discovery Miles 1 270 Out of stock

Documentary about the life and career of pro-wrestler John Cena. The programme gives an insight into the life of the 'Raw' star, demonstrating how he prepares for the WrestleMania event and exploring his thoughts on WWE, movies, music and more.

The Savoy (DVD): Ollie Tait The Savoy (DVD)
Ollie Tait; Directed by Matt Reid 2
R34 Discovery Miles 340 Ships in 10 - 20 working days

Two-part documentary following the multi-million pound refubishment of London's Savoy Hotel which took almost three years to complete. The programme follows the project from the hotel's closure to its reopening, capturing the contruction work and the training of new staff, as well as the many challenges faced along the way.

Salsa Salsa (DVD): Elder Sanchez Salsa Salsa (DVD)
Elder Sanchez
R208 R104 Discovery Miles 1 040 Save R104 (50%) Out of stock

Elder Sanchez presents this basic guide to salsa for beginners through to advanced participants. Includes basic steps, dancing as a couple and more advanced routines.

Shakespeare - The King's Man (DVD): James Shapiro, William Shakespeare, King James I Shakespeare - The King's Man (DVD)
James Shapiro, William Shakespeare, King James I 1
R403 R137 Discovery Miles 1 370 Save R266 (66%) Out of stock

Three-part documentary in which US scholar James Shapiro looks at William Shakespeare's work during the reign of King James I, focusing on the years between 1603-1613. The programme analyses Shakespeare's plays, including 'King Lear', 'Macbeth' and 'The Tempest', discussing how they reflect the cultural and politcal events taking place in Britain during that time. The episodes are: 'Incertainties', 'Equivocation' and 'Legacy'.

Ghosts of the Mary Rose (DVD): David Dugan, King Henry Viii, Hugh Montgomery, Lynne Bell, Christopher Dobbs, Rose Drew, Dominic... Ghosts of the Mary Rose (DVD)
David Dugan, King Henry Viii, Hugh Montgomery, Lynne Bell, Christopher Dobbs, … 1
R183 Discovery Miles 1 830 Out of stock

Documentary about Henry VIII's warship the Mary Rose which sank in battle in July 1545. The programme explores the possible causes for the ship sinking and features a computerised re-enactment of the disaster. It takes a look at the restoration work being carried out on the Mary Rose and examines three skeletons belonging to crew members in an attempt to discover who the men were and their roles on board the ship.

Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict (DVD): Alex Lawther, Jeremy Lloyd, Mykola Allen, Bradley Hall, Jake Mann, Christopher... Benjamin Britten: Peace and Conflict (DVD)
Alex Lawther, Jeremy Lloyd, Mykola Allen, Bradley Hall, Jake Mann, …
R315 Discovery Miles 3 150 Out of stock

Director Tony Britten's drama documentary examines the acclaimed composer's lifelong commitment to pacifism. Using a dramatic narrative to explore the development of Britten's pacifist beliefs during the time he spent at the liberally progressive Gresham's School in Norfolk between the years of 1928-1930, the film charts a time which marked a crucial period of the composer's personal and musical development. Interwoven throughout are contemporary performances of the composer's works and contributions from, amongst others, conductor and composer Joseph Horovitz, cellists Anita Lasker Wallfisch and Raphael Wallfisch, and Britten's agent for many years, Sue Phipps. John Hurt narrates.

Peter Ackroyd's Venice (DVD): Peter Ackroyd Peter Ackroyd's Venice (DVD)
Peter Ackroyd 1
R403 R275 Discovery Miles 2 750 Save R128 (32%) Out of stock

Peter Ackroyd presents this four-part documentary about the cultural history of Venice. The episodes are: 'The City As Architecture', 'The City As Art', 'The City As Music' and 'The City As Theatre'.

Century of Warfare: Volume 16 - The End in Europe (DVD): Robert Powell Century of Warfare: Volume 16 - The End in Europe (DVD)
Robert Powell
R41 Discovery Miles 410 Out of stock

Robert Powell narrates this episode from the documentary series that details the history of twentieth century global conflict. Using authentic archival footage and extensive interviews with veterans and historians, the programme focuses on events surrounding the end of WWII in Europe.

The Third Planet: The First European (DVD): The Third Planet: The First European (DVD)
R90 R74 Discovery Miles 740 Save R16 (18%) Out of stock

Two episodes of the educational documentary series that explores issues relating to the wildlife, culture and archaeology found throughout the world. The episodes are: 'The First European' and 'Migrations'.

WWE: Royal Rumble 2013 (English, German, French, DVD): The Rock, Cm Punk, John Cena, Ryback, Alberto Del Rio, Big Show WWE: Royal Rumble 2013 (English, German, French, DVD)
The Rock, Cm Punk, John Cena, Ryback, Alberto Del Rio, … 1
R159 R118 Discovery Miles 1 180 Save R41 (26%) Out of stock

Highlights of the WWE pay-per-view event that took place on January 27th 2013 at the US Airways Centre in Phoenix, Arizona. The featured fights include The Rock versus CM Punk, John Cena versus Ryback and Alberto Del Rio's tussle with Big Show.

The House I Live In (DVD): Eugene Jarecki, Sam Cullman, Christopher st John, Robert Miller, Derek Hallquist, Nanni Jeter, David... The House I Live In (DVD)
Eugene Jarecki, Sam Cullman, Christopher st John, Robert Miller, Derek Hallquist, …
R157 R147 Discovery Miles 1 470 Save R10 (6%) Out of stock

Documentary critique of the US government's drugs policy. Inspired by the story of Nanni Jeter, a friend and employee of writer and director Eugene Jarecki, the film includes interviews with police officers, judges, prison staff, dealers, addicts and their families, medics and experts on social policy, including investigative journalist turned screenwriter, David Simon, creator of the political drama series 'The Wire'.

Schumann at Pier 2 (DVD): Paavo Järvi, Deutsche Kammerphilharmoniker, Robert Schumann Schumann at Pier 2 (DVD)
Paavo Järvi, Deutsche Kammerphilharmoniker, Robert Schumann; Directed by Christian Berger 1
R470 Discovery Miles 4 700 Out of stock

Documentary about Paavo Järvi and the Deutsche Kammerphilharmoniker Bremen's performance of Schumann Symphonies at Pier 2, a former dockyard in Bremen harbour that is usually the site of rock and pop concerts. The film explains the idea behind the project and features excerpts from the performance, as well as rehearsal footage and comments from Paavo Järvi about the symphonies and the interpretation.

Ryder Cup: 2012 - Captain's Diary and Official Film (DVD): Davis Love III, José María Olazábal, Tiger Woods, Keegan... Ryder Cup: 2012 - Captain's Diary and Official Film (DVD)
Davis Love III, José María Olazábal, Tiger Woods, Keegan Bradley, Bubba Watson, … 1
R611 R151 Discovery Miles 1 510 Save R460 (75%) Out of stock

Double bill of programmes covering the 39th Ryder Cup held at the Medinah Country Club in Illinois. The 'Official Film' reviews the competition in which the USA, captained by Davis Love III, looked set to secure victory with a four-point lead on the final day but Europe, led by José María Olazábal, achieved an almighty comeback to claim the trophy. 'Captain's Diary' follows Olazábal throughout the tournament, providing his viewpoint as his team struggle against tough opponents to narrowly obtain the win.

Status Quo: Hello Quo! (DVD): Status Quo, Paul Weller, Brian May, Cliff Richard, Midge Ure, Alexa Morris Status Quo: Hello Quo! (DVD)
Status Quo, Paul Weller, Brian May, Cliff Richard, Midge Ure, … 1
R64 Discovery Miles 640 Out of stock

Documentary that sets out to tell the story of Status Quo's 50 year career as a band. Directed by Alan G. Parker, the documentary was supported by the group and saw the film crew given unprecedented access to the band. Indeed, the programme features the moment the original line-up of Status Quo reunited at Shepperton Studios - their first time together for 30 years. Brian May, Paul Weller, Cliff Richard and Midge Ure are among the fellow artists to pay tribute to the Quo and the extraordinary duration of their career.

H.H. The Dalai Lama: Walking the Path of Peace (DVD): Dalai Lama H.H. The Dalai Lama: Walking the Path of Peace (DVD)
Dalai Lama
R334 Discovery Miles 3 340 Out of stock

Coverage of the Tibetan spiritual leader's three-day visit to Northern Ireland in 2000 during which he promoted the values of peace and tolerance.

Laduma! Benin's Journey (DVD): Richard Shepherd, Jesse Eisenhardt, Robert Taylor, Adrian Healey, Anicet Behanzin, Romuald... Laduma! Benin's Journey (DVD)
Richard Shepherd, Jesse Eisenhardt, Robert Taylor, Adrian Healey, Anicet Behanzin, …
R235 R209 Discovery Miles 2 090 Save R26 (11%) Out of stock

Commentator Adrian Healey narrates this documentary following the Benin national football team as they attempt to qualify for the 2010 World Cup, hosted in South Africa. Focusing on five players as they make their way across the continent, the film also explores the significance of the sport for the communities, culture and history of Benin.

Royal Navy Caribbean Patrol (DVD): Chris Terrill Royal Navy Caribbean Patrol (DVD)
Chris Terrill 1
R107 Discovery Miles 1 070 Ships in 10 - 20 working days

Chris Terrill presents this documentary series following the Royal Navy as they search for drug smugglers in the Caribbean. Aboard warship HMS Manchester, over the course of seven months, the crew investigates various goings-on while enduring worsening weather conditions as the hurricane season approaches. The episodes comprise: 'Bad Guys Dead Ahead', 'Old Lady of the Seas', 'In the Dead of the Night', 'High Winds and Savage Seas' and 'Mission of Mercy'.

Earth: One Amazing Day (DVD): Robert Redford Earth: One Amazing Day (DVD)
Robert Redford
R85 R54 Discovery Miles 540 Save R31 (36%) Ships in 10 - 20 working days

From BBC Earth Films, the studio that brought you Earth, comes the sequel Earth: One Amazing Day, an astonishing journey revealing the awesome power of the natural world.

Over the course of one single day, we track the sun from the highest mountains to the remotest islands to exotic jungles. Breakthroughs in filmmaking technology bring you up close with a cast of unforgettable characters.

Told with humour, intimacy and a jaw-dropping sense of cinematic splendour, Earth: One Amazing Day highlights how every day is filled with more wonders than you can possibly imagine- until now.

Blood in the Mobile (DVD): Ole Tornbjerg, Kristian Eidnes Andersen, Frank Piasechi Poulsen, Lars Skree, Adam Wallensten Blood in the Mobile (DVD)
Ole Tornbjerg, Kristian Eidnes Andersen, Frank Piasechi Poulsen, Lars Skree, Adam Wallensten; Directed by … 1
R157 R147 Discovery Miles 1 470 Save R10 (6%) Out of stock

Danish filmmaker Frank Piasecki Poulsen directs this documentary highlighting the use of controversial minerals to create alloys for the manufacture of mobile phones. The widespread industrial use of minerals such as casserite, a component of tin that is mined in war-torn eastern Congo, leads to breaches of human rights such as child labour, prostitution of underage girls and lack of protection for miners.

Magic Trip - Ken Kesey's Search for a Kool Place (DVD): Will Clarke, Alexandra Johnes, Alex Gibney, Alison Ellwood,... Magic Trip - Ken Kesey's Search for a Kool Place (DVD)
Will Clarke, Alexandra Johnes, Alex Gibney, Alison Ellwood, Stanley Tucci, … 1
R229 R213 Discovery Miles 2 130 Save R16 (7%) Out of stock

Stanley Tucci narrates this documentary account of counter-culture pioneer Ken Kesey's 1960s trip across America in a psychedelically painted school bus. In 1964 Kesey, the author of 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' and an advocate for the use of LSD since the time he volunteered to take part in a project studying the effects of the psychoactive drug, decided to travel across country to New York to fulfil a business engagement. Buying an old school bus they named 'Further', Kesey and his group of friends, known as 'The Merry Pranksters', embarked on a cross-country acid-fuelled road trip in an attempt to create art out of everyday life.

H.H. The Dalai Lama: A Message of Peace and Compassion (DVD): Dalai Lama H.H. The Dalai Lama: A Message of Peace and Compassion (DVD)
Dalai Lama 1
R334 Discovery Miles 3 340 Out of stock

Highlights from the public teachings the Dalai Lama gave on his UK visit in 2004. Excerpts are included from his various meetings with public figures and politicians as well as footage from a spontaneous walkabout where he meets members of the public.

Page One - Inside the New York Times (DVD): Kate Novack, Alan Oxman, Adam Schlesinger, Paul Brill, Andrew Rossi, Carl... Page One - Inside the New York Times (DVD)
Kate Novack, Alan Oxman, Adam Schlesinger, Paul Brill, Andrew Rossi, … 1
R302 R92 Discovery Miles 920 Save R210 (70%) Out of stock

Documentary that makes use of unprecedented access to follow life in the New York Times newsroom for a year. The New York Times is arguably the most important newspaper in the world; it is certainly one of the best read and most influential newspapers in the United States. Filmmaker Andrew Rossi was granted rare access to the internal workings of the newspaper for this documentary, where he captures the frantic nature of professional journalism as stories erupt and advances in technology continually force the paper to adapt. In particular, the story of crusading journalist David Carr is picked up. Carr attends closely to the threat of social media and internet technology to the kind of professional, newsroom-based journalism of the New York Times and offers a staunch defence of his paper and the print media it represents.

Doomsday Earth 2012 - Apocalypse Rising (DVD, Boxed set): Doomsday Earth 2012 - Apocalypse Rising (DVD, Boxed set)
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R279 R236 Discovery Miles 2 360 Save R43 (15%) Out of stock

Whether you've seen the blockbuster movie 2012 or read one of the numerous books on this controversial subject, there is no doubt that some fear the end is near.

It has been foretold that a great change is coming to our civilization. The Maya left behind enigmatic clues to the possibilities of this shift of the ages. Their incredible knowledge of the processional year helped them to formulate one of the most intricate and profound calendars ever to have been created. It speaks of ages and ours is coming to a close on December 21st, 2012.

What is the truth? Did the Mayans have a special knowledge of the cycles of nature and foretell a time when disaster would once again strike at the heart of the human race?

In this comprehensive box set you will discover firsthand from best selling authors, and renowned experts from around the globe, just what the truth is.

Monuments of Our Land (DVD): Monuments of Our Land (DVD)
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R74 R62 Discovery Miles 620 Save R12 (16%) Out of stock

Historical documentary which explores the stories behind famous landmarks of the USA. The programme travels through the United States in order to discover stories which capture the 'American Dream', visiting such sights as the Grand Canyon, Washington DC, the Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore along the way.

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