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Pub. Date
2011
Description
Acclaimed actor John Rhys-Davies visits landmarks, explains relics, and leads us back into a darker time to discover this fascinating tale of saints and sinners, power and passion, as the greatest translation of Holy Scripture emerges into a world and culture that would never be quite the same again.
Description
A breathtaking 10-part journey into the bloodiest war in American history, and more than a retelling of history, it brings history to life. Through historical photos and masterfully crafted battlefield re-enactments, experience the war from the soldier's point-of-view. It takes you into the battlefields on American soil and explores the events that led to the Firing on Fort Sumter and the surrender at the Appomattox Court House.
Description
The Queen of Versailles is a character-driven documentary about a billionaire family and their financial challenges in the wake of the economic crisis. The film follows two unique characters, whose rags-to-riches-to-rags success stories reveal the innate virtues and flaws of the American Dream.
9) Kit Carson
Series
Pub. Date
2008
Description
The legendary trapper, scout, and soldier is brought to vivid life in this film which draws upon rich archival materials, original recreations, and interviews.
Pub. Date
2010
Description
Viewers are taken on a breathtaking journey through 400 years of U.S. history. Live-action recreations of key historical events give viewers an immersive view of history in the making. Features the vocal talents of Rudy Giuliani, Sean Combs, Al Sharpton, Buzz Aldrin, Colin Powell, Donald Trump, Jane Fonda, Meryl Streep, Tom Brokaw, and many others.
Pub. Date
2009
Description
A four-part series that delves into the stock market crash of 1929 and how it affected people, how the American public worked together to get through the massive hardships, and how the economy recovered with World War II. Includes photos, rare interviews, and footage of the culture, media, and politics of the times.
Pub. Date
2003
Description
Includes real footage of jockey Red Pollard's thrilling victory at the 1940 Santa Anita Handicap.
When America needed him most, Seabiscuit became the working man's hero and the most remarkable thoroughbred racehorse in history. This documentary includes real footage of Red Pollard's thrilling victory at the 1940 Santa Anita Handicap, the complete Seabiscuit/War Admiral "Match Race", and an exclusive interview with author Laura Hillenbrand.
20) First descent
Pub. Date
2005
Description
Features some of the most jaw-dropping snowboard footage ever filmed and explores the rapid evolution of snowboarding from an underground American movement to a full-fledged global phenomenon. Follow current and former pro riders.
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