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In early 1985, Michael J. Fox was one of the biggest stars on
television. His world was about to get even bigger, but only if he
could survive the kind of double duty unheard of in Hollywood. Fox's
days were already dedicated to rehearsing and taping the hit sitcom
Family Ties, but then the chance of a lifetime came his way. Soon, he
committed his nights to a new time-travel adventure film being directed
by Robert Zemeckis and produced by Steven Spielberg, Back to the
Future. Sitcom during the day, movie at night - day after day, for
months.
Fox's nightly commute from a soundstage at Paramount to the back lot at
Universal Studios, from one dream job to another, would become his own
space-time continuum. It was in this time portal that Alex P. Keaton
handed the baton to Marty McFly while Michael J. Fox tried to catch a
few minutes of sleep. Alex's bravado, Marty's flair, and Fox's comedic
virtuosity all swirled together to create something truly special.
In Future Boy, Fox tells the remarkable story of playing two landmark
roles at the same time - a slice of entertainment history that's never
been told. Using new interviews with the cast and crew of both
projects, the result is a vividly drawn and eye-opening story of
creative achievement by a beloved icon.
Led by an Emmy Award-winning cast (James Spader, William Shatner and Candice Bergen), Boston Legal tells the professional and personal stories of a group of brilliant but often emotionally challenged attorneys.
Fast-paced and darkly comedic, the series confronts social and moral issues, while its characters continually stretch the boundaries of the law.
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Mars Attacks! (Blu-ray disc)
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When Martians arrive on planet Earth, American President James Dale
(Jack Nicholson) is persuaded to extend the hand of friendship. One
of the President's advisers, Donald Kessler (Pierce Brosnan), has
been studying the aliens, and is keen to make peaceful contact.
However, the Martians gleefully fry their greeting party from
Earth, and launch an all-out attack on the planet. Various
celebrity faces including Michael J. Fox, Danny DeVito and Martin
Short appear briefly before being zapped by the Martian baddies in
director Tim Burton's quirky spoof of alien invasion movies.
It fills a void in the resources available to researchers and practitioners in forensic hair examination by providing photographic archetypes for the microscopic characteristics of human hair and the variates of the characteristics seen in forensic examinations, including curl; color; pigment distribution and density; cortical fusi; and ovoid bodies. These illustrations provide a uniform basis for describing the characteristics and their variations for forensic professionals in differing geographical areas. The documentation of hair characteristics using the scoring system outlined in this atlas allows researchers to develop data regarding the frequency of characteristics within the hairs of one or more individuals and the assessment of whether certain hair characteristics are co-dependent.
Michael J. Fox abandoned high school to pursue an acting career,
but went on to receive honorary degrees from several universities
and garner the highest accolades for his acting, as well as for his
writing. In his new book, he inspires and motivates graduates to
recognize opportunities, maximize their abilities, and roll with
the punches--all with his trademark optimism, warmth, and humor. In
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future, Michael draws on
his own life experiences to make a case that real learning happens
when "life goes skidding sideways." He writes of coming to Los
Angeles from Canada at age eighteen and attempting to make his way
as an actor. Fox offers up a comically skewed take on how, in his
own way, he fulfilled the requirements of a college syllabus. He
learned Economics as a starving artist; an unexpected turn as a
neophyte activist schooled him in Political Science; and his
approach to Comparative Literature involved stacking books up
against their movie versions. Replete with personal stories and
hilarious anecdotes, Michael J. Fox's new book is the perfect gift
for graduates.
It fills a void in the resources available to researchers and
practitioners in forensic hair examination by providing
photographic archetypes for the microscopic characteristics of
human hair and the variates of the characteristics seen in forensic
examinations, including curl; color; pigment distribution and
density; cortical fusi; and ovoid bodies. These illustrations
provide a uniform basis for describing the characteristics and
their variations for forensic professionals in differing
geographical areas. The documentation of hair characteristics using
the scoring system outlined in this atlas allows researchers to
develop data regarding the frequency of characteristics within the
hairs of one or more individuals and the assessment of whether
certain hair characteristics are co-dependent.
'The book is great: moving but also properly funny.' Hadley
Freeman, The Guardian 'A memoir with an unusual sense of purpose. .
. pithy, highly readable' The Times The entire world knows Michael
J. Fox as Marty McFly, the teenage sidekick of Doc Brown in Back to
the Future. His two previous bestselling memoirs, Lucky Man and
Always Looking Up, dealt with how he came to terms with the
illness, all the while exhibiting his iconic optimism. In No Time
Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality, Michael shares
personal stories and observations about illness and health, ageing,
the strength of family and friends, and how our perceptions about
time affect the way we approach mortality. Thoughtful and moving,
but with Fox's trademark sense of humour, his book provides a
vehicle for reflection about our lives, our loves, and our losses.
Running through the narrative is the drama of the medical madness
Fox recently experienced, that included his daily negotiations with
the Parkinson's disease he's had since 1991, and a spinal cord
issue that necessitated immediate surgery. His challenge to learn
how to walk again, only to suffer a devastating fall, nearly caused
him to ditch his trademark optimism and "get out of the lemonade
business altogether." Does he make it all of the way back? Read the
book.
A funny, highly personal, gorgeously written account of what it's
like to be a 30-year-old man who is told he has an 80-year-old's
disease. "Life is great. Sometimes, though, you just have to put up
with a little more crap." --Michael J. Fox In September 1998,
Michael J. Fox stunned the world by announcing he had been
diagnosed with Parkinson's disease--a degenerative neurological
condition. In fact, he had been secretly fighting it for seven
years. The worldwide response was staggering. Fortunately, he had
accepted the diagnosis and by the time the public started grieving
for him, he had stopped grieving for himself. Now, with the same
passion, humor, and energy that Fox has invested in his dozens of
performances over the last 18 years, he tells the story of his
life, his career, and his campaign to find a cure for Parkinson's.
Combining his trademark ironic sensibility and keen sense of the
absurd, he recounts his life--from his childhood in a small town in
western Canada to his meteoric rise in film and television which
made him a worldwide celebrity. Most importantly however, he writes
of the last 10 years, during which--with the unswerving support of
his wife, family, and friends--he has dealt with his illness. He
talks about what Parkinson's has given him: the chance to
appreciate a wonderful life and career, and the opportunity to help
search for a cure and spread public awareness of the disease. He is
a very lucky man, indeed.The Michael J. Fox Foundation
Michael J. Fox is donating the profits from his book to the Michael
J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, which is dedicated to
fast-forwarding the cure for Parkinson's disease. The Foundation
will move aggressively to identify the most promising research and
raise the funds to assure that a cure is found for the millions of
people living with this disorder. The Foundation's web site,
MichaelJFox.org, carries the latest pertinent information about
Parkinson's disease, including: A detailed description of
Parkinson's diseaseHow you can help find the curePublic Services
Announcements that are aired on network and cable television
stations across the country to increase awarenessUpcoming related
Parkinson's disease events and meetingsUpdates on recent research
and developments
There are many words to describe Michael J. Fox: Star. Husband.
Father. Activist. But one word encapsulates everything he stands
for, everything he's accomplished: Optimist. Struck with
Parkinson's at the height of his fame, Fox has taken what some
might consider cause for depression and turned it into a beacon of
hope for millions. In Always Looking Up, he writes about the
personal philosophy that carried him through his darkest hours, and
speaks with others who have emerged from difficult periods with
optimism to spare. With humor and wit, Fox shows how he became a
happier, more satisfied person by recognizing the gifts of everyday
life.
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Mars Attacks! (DVD)
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When the USA satellites photograph many flying saucers coming to Earth, the American president has a meeting with his advisors. His science advisor convinces him that since Martians would be a developed culture, they would be peaceful by nature, despite the warnings of his military advisors.
Soon, the authorities and civilians prepare a welcoming committee for the aliens. But they're about to discover that they've made a fatal misjudment.
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The American President (DVD)
Michael Douglas, Annette Bening, Martin Sheen, Michael J. Fox, David Paymer, …
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Widowed US President Andrew Shepherd (Michael Douglas) is unwilling
to jeopardise his high standing in the opinion polls by taking
political risks. However, when he begins dating environmental
lobbyist Sydney Wade (Annette Bening), his opponents use his
personal life as a point of attack. Can the relationship survive,
or will political expediency prevail? Rob Reiner ('When Harry Met
Sally') directs this White House-set romantic comedy.
'The book is great: moving but also properly funny.' Hadley
Freeman, The Guardian 'A memoir with an unusual sense of purpose. .
. pithy, highly readable' The Times The entire world knows Michael
J. Fox as Marty McFly, the teenage sidekick of Doc Brown in Back to
the Future. His two previous bestselling memoirs, Lucky Man and
Always Looking Up, dealt with how he came to terms with the
illness, all the while exhibiting his iconic optimism. In No Time
Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality, Michael shares
personal stories and observations about illness and health, ageing,
the strength of family and friends, and how our perceptions about
time affect the way we approach mortality. Thoughtful and moving,
but with Fox's trademark sense of humour, his book provides a
vehicle for reflection about our lives, our loves, and our losses.
Running through the narrative is the drama of the medical madness
Fox recently experienced, that included his daily negotiations with
the Parkinson's disease he's had since 1991, and a spinal cord
issue that necessitated immediate surgery. His challenge to learn
how to walk again, only to suffer a devastating fall, nearly caused
him to ditch his trademark optimism and "get out of the lemonade
business altogether." Does he make it all of the way back? Read the
book.
When a young adventurer named Milo Thatch uncovers an old journal
containing clues to the whereabouts of the sunken city of Atlantis,
he wastes no time in putting together an expedition and setting off
in search of the maritime metropolis. Heading deeper and deeper in
their submarine, Milo and his crew brave many dangerous
experiences, including a confrontation with a giant lobster, and
are overjoyed when they finally find the underwater kingdom.
However, after they reach their goal, it's not long before they
discover a plot to seize all the power and riches it has to offer,
and soon find themselves becoming the unlikely defenders of the
lost civilisation.
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The Secret of My Success (DVD)
Michael J. Fox, Helen Slater, Margaret Whitton, Richard Jordan, John Pankow, …
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Michael J. Fox stars in this comedy drama. Brantley Foster (Fox)
comes to the big city from Kansas to work in the post room of his
uncle's multi-million dollar corporation. He uses his ingenuity to
propel himself up the corporate ladder and pick up on a number of
corporate secrets. On his dramatic climb through the ranks he falls
in love with a fellow executive (Helen Slater) who is having an
affair with the boss. Meanwhile, the boss's wife has taken a bit of
a shine to young Brantley...
This new and thoroughly captivating remake of Disney's original hit has become an instant favourite with audiences of all ages. You'll lose your heart to Chance, a fun-loving American bulldog; Sassy, a hilarious Himalayan cat who lives up to her name; and Shadow, the wise, old golden retriever - all of whom express themselves with very familiar human voices! The thrilling adventure begins when these irresistible pets decide to head home after being separated from their loving owners. On their incredible journey, across a ruggedly beautiful mountain range, they encounter danger and excitement at every turn, from ferocious beasts to the harsh elements of nature. It's an unforgettable story of love, courage and devotion that will inspire everyone in the family.
'At the turn from our bedroom into the hallway, there is an old
full-length mirror in a wooden frame ... This reflected version of
myself, shaking, rumpled, pinched and slightly stooped, would be
alarming were it not for the self-satisfied expression pasted
across my face. I would ask the obvious question, "What are you
smiling about?" but I already know the answer: "It just gets better
from here."' Struck with Parkinson's - a debilitating, degenerative
disease - at the height of his fame, Michael J. Fox has taken what
some might consider cause for depression and turned it into a
beacon of hope for millions. In Always Looking Up, Michael's Sunday
Times bestselling memoir, he writes with warmth, humour and
incredible honesty about the journey he has undertaken since he
came to terms with his condition.
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Back to the Future (DVD)
Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Crispin Glover, Thomas F. Wilson, …
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Teenager Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) just wants to play electric
guitar and date girlfriend Jennifer; he is also determined not to
end up a loser in life like his own parents. Father George (Crispin
Glover) is a weak-willed failure, bullied at work by his former
high school tormentor Biff Tannen (Thomas F. Wilson), while mother
Lorraine (Lea Thompson) is an alcoholic. Marty's friend and mentor
is the eccentric Doctor Emmet Brown (Christopher Lloyd), who has
successfully invented his own time machine in the form of a
plutonium-powered Delorean sports car. However, after Marty travels
thirty years back in time, he discovers that he doesn't have enough
fuel to return to 1985. And, after he accidentally prevents the
first ever meeting between his own, teenage parents, Marty's own
future birth and present existence is placed in jeopardy!
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Back to the Future: Part 3 (Blu-ray disc)
Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Mary Steenburgen, Thomas F. Wilson, Lea Thompson, …
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In this third instalment of the 'Back to the Future' series, hero
Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) must go back in time to the Wild West
of 1885 to rescue his friend Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd), who he
has discovered is due for a fatal showdown with one of bad guy
Biff's nasty ancestors. Meanwhile, the good Doc has fallen in love
with a newly arrived schoolteacher (Mary Steenburgen).
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Atlantis - The Lost Empire (DVD)
Gary Trousdale And Kirk Wise; Starring Michael J. Fox, Claudia Christian
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When a young adventurer named Milo Thatch uncovers an old journal
containing clues to the whereabouts of the sunken city of Atlantis,
he wastes no time in putting together an expedition and setting off
in search of the maritime metropolis. Heading deeper and deeper in
their submarine, Milo and his crew brave many dangerous
experiences, including a confrontation with a giant lobster, and
are overjoyed when they finally find the underwater kingdom.
However, after they reach their goal, it's not long before they
discover a plot to seize all the power and riches it has to offer,
and soon find themselves becoming the unlikely defenders of the
lost civilisation.
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