Seven Wonders of the Industrial World
(2003)

Drama-documentary series which describes some of the key technological achievements of the industrial age. Seven Wonders of the Industrial World uses a compelling mix of computer-generated and dramatic re-creations to bring these fascinating stories to life. "Meet the most brilliant pioneers...  More

Wallis and Edward
(2005) [PG]

It Was The Romance That Led To The Abdication Of A King A dramatisation of the Royal scandal that shocked the world. Following Prince Edward from the time when he meets the love of his life, the American Mrs Wallis Simpson and continues after he has abdicated the throne in 1936.  More

Copying Beethoven
(2006) [PG]

It is Vienna, 1824. Beethoven, played brilliantly by Ed Harris, is racing to finish his new symphony. However, it has been years since his last success and he is plagued by deafness and personal trauma. A copyist is urgently needed to help the composer finish in time for the scheduled first...  More

Shooting Dogs
(2005) [MA]

Joe Connor (Hugh Dancy) has come to Rwanda to teach because he believes he can make a difference. When the school becomes a haven for thousands of Rwandans fleeing escalating violence, Joe promises his brightest pupil, Marie, that the UN soldiers will protect her from the hordes of extremist...  More

Macbeth (1948)
(1948) [PG]

In fog-dripping, barren and sometimes macabre settings, 11th-century Scottish nobleman Macbeth is led by an evil prophecy and his ruthless yet desirable wife to the treasonous act that makes him king. But he does not enjoy his newfound, dearly-won kingship... Restructured, but all the dialogue is...  More

The Tudors (Season 1, Disc 1)
(2007) [MA]

Emmy Award nominee and Golden Globe' winner Jonathan Rhys Meyers (from Elvis and Mission Impossible III) is Henry VIII in this epic series that focuses on the early years of the infamous King of England's almost 40 year reign. With a lust for power and an appetite for love, the young monarch...  More

Elizabeth: The Golden Age
(2007) [M]

The story of one woman's crusade to control love, crush enemies and secure her position as a beloved icon of the western world. As her cousin Mary Stuart conspires with Philip of Spain to topple the throne, Elizabeth prepares to go to war to defend her empire. Reprising the roles they...  More

The Mahabharata: Episode 2
(1989) [M]

Includes Episode two of 3-part series. One of the great masterpieces of world literature comes to vivid life in an elaborate production from acclaimed theater and film innovator Peter Brook (Marat/Sade, Lord of the Flies). This collection of ancient Sanskrit stories (composed into the...  More

Gossip from the Forest
(1979) [PG]

In the events of those few days, the German Armistice Delegation, led by the well-meaning liberal German politician Erzberger of the Catholic Zentrum (Centre) Party, while intending to put an end to one human catastrophe, was unwittingly involved in creating an avalanche of events that led to an...  More

Julius Caesar (1953)
(1953) [G]

Brutus, Cassius, and other high-ranking Romans murder Caesar, because they believe his ambition will lead to tyranny. The people of Rome are on their side until Antony, Caesar's right-hand man, makes a moving speech. The conspirators are driven from Rome, and two armies are formed: one side...  More

Henry V (BBC)
(1979) [G]

BBC production of the Shakespeare classic. The most nationalistic of Shakespeare's play, Henry V is a portrait of a young man who transforms from an irresponsible rebel into a majestic monarch, the story of an English world fighting for its life and an English King proving himself as ruler of...  More

Roots : Volume 2 of 3
(1977) [M]

in 1776, a nation fights for freedom but not freedom for all. Kunta Kinte escapes again and is crippled by slave catchers. He marries, gains a daughter and loses a friend. Another chance for escape arises but Kunta sacrifices his freedom to care for his wife and their newborn child.  More

Napoleon And Josephine: Part 2 of 3
(1987) [M]

Josephine (JACQUELINE BISSET) joins Napoleon (ARMAND ASSANTE) in Italy and Capt. Charles (PATRICK CASSIDY) follows. Napoleon's mother plots to end his marriage to Josephine. Napoleon returns to Paris a hero and soon mounts an expedition to North Africa. Meanwhile, Josephine is injured in a fall;...  More

Cry, the Beloved Country (1995)
(1995) [M]

It is 1946: apartheid is still two years away, yet gross inequalitites are already well established. Against this backdrop, a Christian minister leaves his church in Zululand and heads for crime-ridden Johannesburg. There he locates his estranged son, Absalom, who is caught in a vicious circle of...  More

The Tudors (Season 1, Disc 2)
(2007) [MA]

Emmy Award nominee and Golden Globe' winner Jonathan Rhys Meyers (from Elvis and Mission Impossible III) is Henry VIII in this epic series that focuses on the early years of the infamous King of England's almost 40 year reign. With a lust for power and an appetite for love, the young monarch...  More

The Tudors (Season 1, Disc 3)
(2007) [MA]

Emmy Award nominee and Golden Globe' winner Jonathan Rhys Meyers (from Elvis and Mission Impossible III) is Henry VIII in this epic series that focuses on the early years of the infamous King of England's almost 40 year reign. With a lust for power and an appetite for love, the young monarch...  More

Total Eclipse
(1995) [MA]

In 1871, Paul Verlaine (1844-1896), an established poet, invites boy genius Arthur Rimbaud (1854-1891) to live with Paul and his young pregnant wife, Mathiltde, in her father's home in Paris. Rimbaud's uncouth behavior disrupts the household as well as the insular society of French poets, but...  More

Longitude
(2000) [PG]

In the 18th century, the only way to navigate accurately at sea was to follow a coastline all the way, which would not get you from Europe to the West Indies or the Americas. Observing the sun or stars would give you the latitude, but not the longitude unless done in conjunction with a clock that...  More

The Roman Empire
(2004) [PG]

At its height, the Roman Empire encompassed Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. How did it keep prospering for over 400 years? And why did it come to a rapid end? What can we learn from the Roman Empire and what guiding principles does it offer us today? Part 1 - The Legions Of...  More

From Hell
(2001) [MA]

While Jack The Ripper ruled the streets of London, terror reigned. His savagery implied insanity, but his diabolical precision argued that there was a method to his madness. Johnny Depp and Heather Graham star in this "engrossing, stylish thriller" (People). In 1888 London, the unfortunate poor...  More

Pearl Harbour : Special Edition (2 disc set)
(2001) [M]

Kate Beckinsale, looking beautiful and straight out of a 1940's glamour magazine, is Evelyn, the nurse who wins the hearts of both Rafe and Danny. Rafe meets her first during an examination to determine fitness for duty. He charms and clowns his way into a date, and the two fall quickly in love....  More

The Right Stuff (2 disc set)
(1983) [M]

In the middle of the 20th century, America pondered its future - and looked to the skies. Based on Tom Wolfe's book, The Right Stuff is the tale of how that future began, a thrilling epic of intrepid test pilot Chuck Yeager and the seven pioneering astronauts of the Project Mercury space program....  More

Bodyline: 3 part TV mini-series (Disc 2 of 3)
(1984) [PG]

Dramatisation of the 1932/33 Test cricket series between England and Australia. Played in Australia, the series gained notoriety in Australian and worldwide cricketing history for the fact that the English team applied a bowling technique called "leg theory", or more commonly, Bodyline. This...  More

Bodyline: 3 part TV mini-series (Disc 3 of 3)
(1984) [PG]

Dramatisation of the 1932/33 Test cricket series between England and Australia. Played in Australia, the series gained notoriety in Australian and worldwide cricketing history for the fact that the English team applied a bowling technique called "leg theory", or more commonly, Bodyline. This...  More

Cleopatra (Special Edition Bonus Features)
(1963) [M]

**New Two Hour Documentary: "Cleopatra: The Film That Changed Hollywood" **Original 1963 "Making Of" Featurette: The Fourth Star Of Cleopatra **Archival Footage From New York And Hollywood Premieres **Extensive Stills Gallery With Behind-The-Scenes Photos, Costume Sketches, Concept Art And...  More

Joyeux Noel (Merry Christmas) (2 disc set)
(2005) [MA]

A bona-fide hit of the 2005 Cannes Film Festival, Joyeux Noël is a warming story about courage and dignity that touched three nations that went to war in 1914. On Christmas Eve in Northern France, officers and soldiers from Scotland, Germany and France, who fought each other from trenches barely...  More

Ben-Hur: 4 Disc Special Edition (Discs 3 & 4 of 4)
(1959) [PG]

The 1925 Feature-length Silent Version of Ben-Hur with a stereophonic orchestral score by composer Carl Davis.

Documentaries:
New Documentary: Ben-Hur: The Epic That Changed Cinema - Current filmmakers such as Ridley Scott and George Lucas reflect on the importance and influence...  More

The Longest Day
(1962) [PG]

On June 6, 1944, the Allied Invasion of France marked the beginning of the end of Nazi domination over Europe. The attack involved 3,000,000 men, 11,000 planes and 4,000 ships, comprising the largest armada the world has ever seen. Presented in its original black & white version, The Longest Day...  More

The Ten Commandments (Silent)
(1923) [G]

The first part tells the story of Moses leading the Jews from Egypt to the Promised Land, his receipt of the tablets and the worship of the golden calf. The second part shows the efficacy of the commandments in modern life through a story set in San Francisco. Two brothers, rivals for the love of...  More

Gone With The Wind-Special Edition: Part 2, Special Features (Discs 3 & 4 of 4 disc Set)
(1939) [PG]

DVD Features: Disc 3
* The Making of a Legend: Gone With The Wind the acclaimed 1989 documentary made by Selznick's sons and narrated by Christopher Plummer (125 Minutes, Never-before-available on DVD)
* Restoring a Legend- An in-depth look at the restoration and Ultra-Resolution...  More