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1) Nina
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She was one of the century's most extraordinary talents, a 15-time Grammy nominee and Grammy Hall of Fame Recipient; her mesmerizing songs and passionate politics combined to make her the unforgettable Nina Simone (Zoe Saldana). But fame and fortune came with a price, and her later years were riddled with depression, alcohol abuse and isolation. Rediscovering the meaning of her life and work took courage, strength and one true friend: Clifton Henderson...
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Hollywood favorite Nick Nolte stars with the sexy Greta Scacchi in this impassioned story of forbidden love! During one man's unforgettable visit to liberal and socially permissive France, he meets and falls in love with a worldly and mysterious woman! But when the alluring charms of another prove irresistible, he finds himself courting scandal in a heated triangle of passion and desire!
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In 1968 Arthur Blessitt picked up a cross. After 40 years, Arthur has been on every continent and island nation with his twelve-foot cross, encountering people from diverse backgrounds, sharing a message of hope and destiny - the message of the cross. This is the story of his Guinness World Record setting 38,102 mile walk across the globe.
4) Pride
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The year is 1973, and Jim Ellis (Terrence Howard), a college-educated African-American, can't find a job. Driven by his love of competitive swimming, Jim converts an abandoned recreational pool hall in a Philadelphia slum with the help of Elston (Bernie Mac), a local janitor. But when city officials mark the new Philadelphia Department of Recreation for demolition, Jim fights back - by starting the city's first African-American swim team. Recruiting...
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Nowhere else on the planet does the past inform the present, and the future embrace our past with the emotional power of today's Cuba. Raul Malo explores Havana's streets and cultural in an intoxicating musical journey showcasing the US/Cuba collaborative in the thriving tropical kaleidoscope that is Havana's soul.
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Emmy Award-winner Ben Gazzara ("Happiness," "The Big Lebowski") portrays a convicted killer who, when he receives a reprieve from a date with the electric chair, goes on to find redemption in prison. An all-star cast provides strong support in this drama based on a true story. Also starring Emmy Award-winner Ray Walston (TV's "Picket Fences," "Fast Times at Ridgemont High"), Academy Award-winner Rod Steiger ("In the Heat of the Night," "On the Waterfront"),...
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As a founding member of The Beatles, singer, songwriter and social activist, John Lennon was one of the most influential voices of the20th century. Lennon led his life in the global media, leaving a profound and moving record of an amazing person. Now, with the cooperation of Lennon's widow, Yoko Ono, producer David L. Wolper brings a feature-length film documenting Lennon's life and his profound impact on the world through footage shot during his...
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Great Composers volume 5
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Celebrate the life and music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Music performed by The Moscow Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Constantine Krimets. Featuring: Tatanya Monogarova (Soprano), and Elena Gilels on Piano.
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It's hard not to notice. Blue eyeshadow, pink lipstick, wild wigs, and a curvaceous bod remain are rap star's Nicki Minaj's trademarks. Yet, the "Queen of Bubblegum Rap" was never a fairytale princess. Despite her early years of struggles, Minaj would prevail with 100 million records sold, 7 songs on the Billboard Charts at the same time and 10 Grammy nominations.
15) The Secret Path
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A young white girl abused by her grandfather finds happiness when she's taken under the wing of an older black couple. The girl's mother struggles to overcome the family's problems.
16) Bank of Dave
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Based on the true-life experiences of Dave Fishwick; 'Bank of Dave' tells the story of how a working-class Burnley man and self-made millionaire fought to set up a community Bank.
18) Southern Gospel
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Samuel Allen, a 1960's rock and roller, finds himself in jail. Years of anger and blame toward organized religion have led him down a road of rebellion. In a moment of divine intervention, a judge dismisses drug charges against him under the pretense that Samuel speaks to local schools and churches about the dangers of drugs. Given a second chance, he follows in his father's footsteps, overcoming the influence of a powerful church leader with a personal...
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One of the greatest mysteries of this century has yet to be solved. Based on a true story that has captured the imagination of America for more than half a century, Amelia Earhart: The Final Flight explores the mysterious disappearance of the brave aviatrix, in an exciting and suspenseful way. Academy Award-winning actress Diane Keaton plays the legendary aviator whose disappearance over the Pacific Ocean is one of the great unsolved mysteries of...
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Napoleon The Man Who Ruled the World volume 1
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From the day he was born, Napoleon appeared destined for greatness, despite his below-average scholarly record. When he came of age and joined the military, Napoleon discovered a remarkable ability to impress influential people.
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