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Publisher
MPI Home Video
Pub. Date
c1998
Language
English
Description
This documentary tells the story of the revolt aboard the slave ship La Amistad, in which Africans abducted from Sierra Leone in violation of international law took over the ship on which they were held, only to end up in the American court system. They took their case all the way to the Supreme Court, with various abolitionists and former president John Quincy Adams leading the way. Based on court documents and transcripts, letters written by the...
Series
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
p2015.
Language
English
Description
Now, in 2015, measles, mumps, and whooping cough are all making a comeback. Building on years of research, this updated documentary explores both the roots of the vaccine debate, and the latest chapter in the heated controversy: Are parents who choose not to vaccinate their children putting the health of our nation at risk? This is a compelling and timely report on an issue that remains highly emotional and deeply divisive.
3) Zero days
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
A black ops cyber attack launched by the U.S. and Israel on an Iranian nuclear facility unleashed malware with unforeseen consequences. The Stuxnet virus infiltrated it's pre-determined target only to spread it's infection outward, ultimately exposing systemic vulnerabilities that threatened the very safety of the planet. Delve deep into the bourgeoning world of digital warfare in this documentary thriller from Academy Award winning filmmaker Alex...
5) Inside job
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2011, c2010
Language
English
Description
Provided is an analysis of the global financial crisis of 2008, which at a cost over $20 trillion, caused millions of people to lose their jobs and homes in the worst recession since the Great Depression, and nearly resulted in a global financial collapse. Through exhaustive research, and extensive interviews with key financial insiders, politicians, journalists, and academics, traces the rise of a rogue industry which has corrupted politics, regulation,...
6) Dealt
Publisher
MPI Home Video
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Description
Chronicles the life of Richard Turner, one of the most renowned card magicians who is also completely blind.
Series
Publisher
Kultur
Pub. Date
[2003?]
Language
English
Description
Using the latest mapping techniques and the brilliant art of the Brothers Hildebrandt, follow the journey of Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, and the Dwarves to the Misty Mountains and beyond.
An exploration of British author J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy/adventure novel, The hobbit, which looks at the story behind its conception and examines its themes and characters. Includes archival footage, new illustrations of Middle Earth created by the Brothers...
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