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RECREATING EDEN

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From the garden retreats in the Italian hillsides, to gigantic biodomes regarded as the eighth wonder of the world, to the private country gardens only we are allowed to see, each unique episode of Recreating Eden features a gardener who takes the viewer on a tour of his or her unique garden paradise as well as on an intimate journey into their personal lives. Through vivid images of nature and beautiful narration, we are invited to witness how a single plant can elicit memories of the past, is able to [...]
INSIDE THE ACTORS STUDIO

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The most successful and in-depth interview series in the world is now available in HD! Host James Lipton’s studious research and enlightened curiosity inspires the world’s most accomplished artists, from actors and directors to musicians and comedians, to open up and confess their deepest thoughts about their craft. New HD episodes include Jim Carrey, James Franco (2010 Oscar Nominee), Colin Firth (2010 Oscar Nominee) and Bradley Cooper. Now seen in over 120 countries! * Twelve-time Emmy award nominee for “Outstanding Non-Fiction Series”, 1997-2008. Info on DVD and additional rights. Congratulations [...]
DIRECTORS: LIFE BEHIND THE CAMERA, THE

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This stunning mini-series showcases the best of over thirty interviews with leading filmmakers who have all participated in our award-winning entertainment series, THE DIRECTORS. Interviews include Tim Burton, James Cameron, Ron Howard, Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, Martin Scorsese, and many more. Sample Topics Include: * Everyone has to start somewhere * Their most compelling films * The art of writing a movie/choosing a script * “Your cinematographer is your best friend” * Will the industry survive?
DIRECTORS, THE

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This insightful biographical series spotlights today’s best filmmakers via comments from the major actors with whom they have worked and memorable clips from the films they’ve directed. Featured directors include: The Farrelly Brothers, Dumb & Dumber; Edward Zwick, The Last Samurai; Nora Ephron, When Harry Met Sally; Michael Bay, Armageddon; and many more. All of the footage and interviews for THE DIRECTORS is currently stored and catalogued in the library of the American Film Institute (AFI), thanks to the enormous number of prestigious directors and actors who have participated in [...]
KUNG FU MONK

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Warrior monk Shi Yan Ming is considered such an amazing martial artist that the Chinese government declared him a national treasure. He soon opened a temple in Manhattan, teaching Shaolin martial arts and Chan (Zen) Buddhism. KUNG FU MONK is the remarkable story of how one man is transforming an ancient Eastern tradition into a stunning Western sensation.
LINDBERGH BABY KIDNAPPING: Investigation Reopened, THE

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For years, the conviction and execution of Bruno Richard Hauptmann for the murder of 20th century hero Charles Lindbergh’s baby has been one of the most controversial decisions in the history of law and justice. The producers of FORENSIC FILES and MEDICAL DETECTIVES bring together three of the world’s top forensic experts to re-analyze the evidence surrounding one of the greatest legal mysteries of our time. Premiered on Court TV®, USA.
NUCLEAR NIGHTMARE: Inside North Korea

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Learn how Kim Jong ll rose to power and maintains it, even as famine and economic chaos wrack his nation. This documentary details the country’s current geopolitical crisis and examines the rationale and motivations behind Kim Jong II’s development of a nuclear-weapons program. Is it a means to obtain economic aid and security guarantees? Will he ever use the weapons if his power is threatened? Premiered on Discovery Channel, USA.
MASTER OF THE RINGS

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He never set out to become a pop icon, but almost 30 years after his death, J.R.R. Tolkien has ascended to heights previously reserved for pop stars. For hundreds of thousands of fans, his vivid descriptions of the enchanted land of Middle Earth – and the band of Hobbits, heroes and wizards who set out to save it – have evolved into more than just a fairy tale. Discover why this extraordinary world of fantasy and heroism has captured the imagination of millions of people.
MAGIC OF HARRY POTTER, THE

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Harry Potter and his friends Ron, Hermione, and everyone else at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardly are as magical to you as they are to millions of other fans who adore the books in this wonderful series. Now, discover the incredible story behind the author of the most talked about books in decades…J.K. Rowling.