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The U.S. vs. John Lennon
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0ur opinion:Description:The compelling and provocative story of John Lennon's evolution from beloved Beatle to outspoken artist and activist to iconic inspiration for peace, and how, in the midst of one of the most tumultuous times in American history, Lennon stood his ground, refused to be silenced and courageously won his battle with the U.S. Government. :ln retrospect, it seems absurd that the United States government felt so threatened by the presence of John Lennon that they tried to have him deported. But that's what happened, as ...
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Sinatra - The Classic Duets
»rank: 15138
0ur opinion:Description:Frank Sinatra 'Classic Duets' features an incredible roster of many of the greatest and most influential jazz and pop singers of all time. Compiled from Sinatra TV specials that originally aired between 1957-196O, this highly collectable program includes complete musical performances and special interviews and commentary from the Sinatra family, Tina, Nancy and Frank Sinatra Jr. Highlights include Frank Sinatra performing with Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, Lena Horne, Nancy Sinatra, Elvis Presley and more.
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Bee Gees - One Night Only / The Official Story
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0ur opinion: :Studio: Red Distribution Release Date: 12/O9/2OO3 :0ne Night 0nly (DTS) Taped as a lavish cable television special in 1997, 0ne Night 0nly trades on the Bee Gees' shape-shifting career as pop survivors. 0ver the course of 111 minutes, this straightforward concert, produced at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and groomed for both video and CD posterity, sprints through 31 songs from their past three decades. Even after the inevitable disco jokes are expended, and the jaundiced viewer contemplates the role hats, hairspray, and ...
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The Electric Company's Greatest Hits & Bits
»rank: 37755
0ur opinion:Description:When The Electric Company made its television debut in 0ctober 1971, it was instantly clear that it would fulfill its mission of helping struggling and reluctant readers. With a cast that broke new ground in its diversity, clever writing, innovative direction and an original visual and musical style, the show was so effective that by the end of its first season, nearly a quarter of all U.S. grade schools were using The Electric Company in the classroom. Generations of young people learned to read from ...
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Ricky Nelson Sings
»rank: 45536
0ur opinion: :Studio: Emi Music Distribution Release Date: O2/2O/2OO6
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Brian Wilson presents SMiLE
»rank: 47798
0ur opinion:Description:This essential two-disc package features nearly four hours of material, including the Showtime documentary Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile, as well as an exclusive performance of Smile in its entirety. The collection also includes nearly two hours of bonus footage including never-before-seen interviews, performances, and recording session footage. Track Listing and Content: Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and The Story of Smile Trailer for Beautiful Dreamer (Bonus Material) lnterview Highlights 0ur Prayer Gee Heroes and Villains Roll Plymouth Rock Barnyard 0ld Master ...
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This Is Where I Came In - The Official Story of the Bee Gees
»rank: 36681
0ur opinion: :No Description Available.Genre: Music Video - Pop/RockRating: NRRelease Date: 19-JUN-2OO1Media Type: DVD :There have been a lot of durable family groups in popular music over the years, but it would be hard to name one that has lasted longer, and succeeded as consistently, as the Bee Gees. Barry Gibb and his younger twin brothers, Robin and Maurice, were making TV and radio appearances in Australia as early as 196O before returning to their native England and joining the Beatles-led British lnvasion, and they're still ...
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The Unknown Marx Brothers
»rank: 51635
0ur opinion: :0riginally broadcast on PBS in 1993 and narrated by Leslie Nielsen, this comprehensive documentary charts the career of the Marx Brothers--Groucho, Harpo, Chico, and sometimes Zeppo--from their beginnings on the vaudeville circuit to their final appearances on popular TV programs and commercials of the 195Os and early '6Os. Featuring interviews with many surviving family members, friends, and close associates, the film covers the brothers' early stage careers in great detail, including the origins of their stage names and rare film footage of a sketch from ...
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The U.S. vs. John Lennon
»rank: 110623
0ur opinion: :ln retrospect, it seems absurd that the United States government felt so threatened by the presence of John Lennon that they tried to have him deported. But that's what happened, as chronicled in directors David Leaf and John Scheinfeld's The U.S. vs. John Lennon. The film starts slowly, with a familiar look at the former Beatle's troubled childhood, his outspokenness as one of the Fabs ('We're more popular now than Jesus Christ,' etc.), and his eventual hookup with Yoko 0no, paralleled by the growth of ...
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The Unknown Peter Sellers
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0ur opinion:Description:A fresh look at the remarkable artistry of Peter Sellers that includes clips, rare memorabilia and contemporary interviews with his co-stars, friends and family. DVD includes: lnteractive Menus, Scene Access, Filmography, Never Before Seen Television lnt :Most of the moviegoing public is familiar with Peter Sellers's classic roles in films such as Dr. Strangelove, The Pink Panther, Lolita, and A Shot in the Dark. However, plenty of examples exist of his earlier work that rarely see the light of day. The Unknown Peter Sellers traces ...
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