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81) Famous Romans
Author
Publisher
Teaching Co
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
An introduction to Roman history focusing on the lives of great individuals. Examines lives from the Second Punic War (218-201 B.C.) through the Empire during the first and second centuries A.D.
Publisher
Eagle Vision
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"What Happened, Miss Simone?" is the story of Nina Simone's life and career. Through archival interviews, extensive performance footage, and new interviews with family, friends, and colleagues, it paints a fascinating portrait of this complex and challenging artist.
Publisher
Passion River
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Paul Petroskey started filming himself performing song parodies, music videos and unboxing videos, video blogging, sharing reviews, and telling jokes. Now, 30 years and 2,000 videos later, in the age of overnight YouTube sensations, Petroskey's 'overnight' still has not come. Every day, Petroskey works for the views that fill his soul in hopes of also paying his bills, and struggles with the question that all artists must face: When (if ever) do they...
84) The Revolution
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
From the roots of the rebellion and the signing of the Declaration of Independence to victory on the battlefield at Yorktown and the adoption of the United States Constitution, this program tells the remarkable story of this important era in history. Venturing beyond the conventional list of generals and politicians, The History Channel introduces the full range of individuals who helped shape this great conflict, including some of the war's most...
Series
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and legacy of African American poet, memoirist, and civil rights worker Maya Angelou, from her upbringing in the Depression-era South to her work with Malcolm X in Ghana to the recitation of her inaugural poem for President Bill Clinton. Includes Angelou's own words woven together with archival photographs and videos as well as interviews with Angelou's friends and family.
86) Of Two Minds
Publisher
Docuramafilms
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Profiles four individuals living with bipolar disorder, a condition that afflicts over five million Americans.
Publisher
Home Vision Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
The extraordinary story of a woman who defied tradition, a painter whose work captivated Edgar Degas, and the only American asked to join the French Impressionists. Best remembered for her tender yet unsentimental depictions of mothers and children, Cassatt was also a driving force for women's suffrage and other issues of her day.
Series
Publisher
ESPN Films
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Formats
Description
An essential examination of the rise and fall of Orenthal James Simpson, and parallels between his incredible story with that of race in America. This critically-acclaimed documentary series reveals how he first became a football star, why America fell in love with him off the field, what happened in the trial for his ex-wife's murder, and finally, why he is now sitting in jail for another crime 20 years later.
Part I: In the turbulent 1960s, young...
90) Eva Hesse
Publisher
Zeitgeist Films
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The first feature-length appreciation of Eva Hesse's life and work, makes superb use of the artist's voluminous journals, her correspondence with close friend and mentor Sol LeWitt, and archival interviews with fellow artists who recall her passionate, ambitious, tenacious personality.
Publisher
Kino Lorber, Inc
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
A portrait of the late Grammy Award-winning musician, Harry Nilsson, who the Beatles once proclaimed as their favorite artist. This retrospective traces Nilsson's rise and his turbulent life as seen by many friends, including Ringo Starr, John Lennon, Dustin Hoffman, Jon Voight, Brian Wilson, Randy Newman, Richard Perry, Robin Williams, and more.
Publisher
Cinema Libre Studio
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Explored are the challenges, gifts, and unique perspective of twelve adults on the autism spectrum. Discussed are the many problems facing the autism community, from bullying to marginalization. The difficulties and experiences that have shaped these twelve individuals should serve as an inspiration to anyone who marches to the beat of a different drummer.
Publisher
Mill Creek Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Four U.S. Presidents who shaped our nation, stand high above the Black Hills of South Dakota representing the ideals and inspiration they brought to the United State of America. Symbolizing the founding, growth, development and preservation of the country, Mount Rushmore is one of the most significant National Monuments. Chip into the history of the men whose faces are sculpted and the men who sculpted them in this 7-part series featuring detailed...
95) This is Bob Hope
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
During his eight-decade career, Bob Hope was the only performer to achieve top-rated success in every form of mass entertainment: Vaudeville, Broadway, movies, radio, television, popular song and personal appearances, including hosting the Academy Awards a record 19 times and his annual USO Christmas military tours. Includes film, television, and radio clips; readings of excerpts from Hope's writings; and interviews with prominent entertainment industry...
96) Tyrus
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
The life and work of pioneering Chinese American artist. Tyrus would overcome a life of poverty, racism, and discrimination to become a renowned painter and Hollywood sketch artist. Tyrus's eastern influenced paintings caught the eye of Walt Disney and became the inspiration for the classic animated feature Bambi.
99) The defiant ones
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"From acclaimed director Allen Hughes, The Defiant Ones chronicles the unlikely partnership between Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. This revealing, compelling and often gritty story takes place in recording studios, humble homes and massive mansions, in criminal courts and in the highest corridors of corporate power. Featuring interviews with those who worked closely with Jimmy and Dr. Dre, including Bono, David Geffen, and more. The docu-series showcases...
Publisher
Gravitas Ventures
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
The film is a groundbreaking documentary that reveals the true nature and nurture of the greatest athletes of all time. Through a series of intimate conversations and captivating footage, award-winning filmmaker Gabe Polsky leads viewers on an entertaining, thrilling, and inspiring personal journey.
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