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New movies at Netflix this week
Fearless Dragons / 7 Steps of Kung Fu
This double feature of kung fu flicks from 1981 and 1979 delivers plenty of brave heroes, dastardly villains and fist-flying action. Chiu Lee's comedic Fearless Dragons stars Jang Lee Hwang and Phillip Ko as two con artists accused of a robbery they didn't commit. In 7 Steps of Kung Fu, directed by Hua Chung Ting, a young boy pleads with his uncle to teach him the art of the seven steps when a merciless gang threatens to take over their village.
Fighting With Anger
Country music legend Willie Nelson stars in this action-packed thriller as Will, an aging hit man whose interest in a young, beautiful assassin named Ray (Kelli Fleming) leads him to take her under his wing and assign her to a series of high-profile jobs. When one of Ray's jobs goes terribly awry, Will finds himself having to choose between his new apprentice and the ruthless crime boss who wants her head on a platter.
Street Kings
Still reeling from the death of his wife, Los Angeles detective Tom Ludlow (Keanu Reeves) is devastated when he's named as a suspect in the murder of his partner (Terry Crews). With the help of a young homicide detective (Chris Evans), Ludlow struggles to clear his name. His boss (Forest Whitaker), meanwhile, tries to protect him from a tough Internal Affairs investigator (Hugh Laurie) who's determined to put Ludlow behind bars.
The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior
This prequel to 2002's The Scorpion King tells the heroic tale of young Mathayus (Michael Copon) and his relentless quest for justice against an evil and powerful villain, King Sargon (Ultimate Fighting champ Randy Couture). Mathayus faces many heart-stopping tribulations during his adventurous, odds-defying trajectory toward his ultimate destiny as the formidable warrior king of an ancient desert empire.
Adventures of the Galaxy Rangers: Vol. 2
Brimming with sci-fi action, this cartoon collection chronicles the adventures of intergalactic law enforcers the Galaxy Rangers as they maintain justice on the frontier, battling villains such as Lazarus Slade, Scarecrow and the Queen of the Crown. In this volume, the rangers find themselves attending an interstellar battle of the bands contest, competing in a gunslinging challenge and racing to thwart the evil plans of rogue Supertroopers.
Camp Rock
Despite Mitchie's (Demi Lovato) beautiful voice and musical aspirations, the only way she can attend the pricey rock camp she wants to go to is to help in the kitchen -- a fact she goes to great lengths to hide. But when celebrity camp counselor Shane Gray (Joe Jonas of the teen pop band the Jonas Brothers) overhears her singing without ever seeing her face, he makes it his mission to find the girl whose voice has captured his heart.
George of the Jungle: Season 1
Watch out for that tree! Swing into action with this vibrant update of the popular 1960s-era series that follows the miscues and misadventures of a lovable, vine-swinging klutz known to his animal kingdom friends as George. Joined by his confidants Ursula, Shep, Magnolia and Ape, George spends his days patrolling the treetops of his jungle home, protecting the inhabitants of the wild from the devious plots of his ever-scheming cousin Larry.
Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour
Singer, songwriter and actress Miley Cyrus, best known for her eponymous title role in the Disney Channel series, "Hannah Montana," performs her hit tunes in this concert film excerpted from her 54-city tour. Songs included are "Just Like You," "Life's What You Make It" and "I Got Nerve." The spirited show, presented here in 2D, also features the Jonas Brothers, along with special guest Billy Ray Cyrus (Miley's dad).
Her Best Move
While pursuing a spot on the U.S. national team, teen soccer star Sara Davis (Leah Pipes) must juggle high school's myriad demands, including endless schoolwork, dance lessons, a part-time job and a romance with a dreamy yearbook photographer (Drew Tyler Bell). Daryl Sabara co-stars as Sara's dorky friend, Doogie, in this kickin' family comedy, which won first prize at the Kidseye International Film Festival in 2007.
Jane and the Dragon: A Dragon's Tale
Rather than becoming a lady-in-waiting like other medieval girls, young Jane wants to be a knight. Follow her daring adventures rescuing princes, training tirelessly and capturing villains in this worthy collection of animated episodes. Based on Martin Baynton's children's books, this spellbinding series finds comic relief in Jane's fire-breathing friend Dragon, who can always be counted on for funny jokes and stories.
Lost Stallions: The Journey Home
While accompanying his mother to a special retreat named Harmony Ranch, which is designed for grieving families, troubled teen Jake Gattison (Alex Hugh) forms an uncommon bond with a difficult young stallion named Troubadour. When Troubadour suddenly runs off, Jake sets out on an exhilarating journey through the wilderness to find the horse and bring him home. Mickey Rooney co-stars as the ranch's wisdom-dispensing owner.
Transformers: Animated: Season 1
The war for supremacy rages on in the city of Detroit -- the Transformers' new battleground. Led by Optimus Prime, the Autobots protect the powerful Allspark, an artifact that provides the source of life for all Transformers. The enemy Decepticons will destroy everything that stands in their way of the device and control of the planet. The Autobots' secret weapon is Sari, an 8-year-old girl who holds the key to their survival.
Wayside School: Season 1
In this wacky animated series based on the children's books by Louis Sachar, new kid Todd arrives at Wayside School, a precarious building 30 stories high, where cows wander into classrooms and the cafeteria food has magical powers. Todd tries his best to fit into Mrs. Jewls's class, but he always seems to end up in trouble. He also attracts the affections -- and punches -- of Maurecia, a tomboy who never takes off her rollerblades.
WordWorld: Sheep's a Star
Young readers can join the WordFriends as they spell their way out of tricky situations in these four Sheep-centric adventures from the colorful animated series. In "Princess Sheep," Sheep becomes a royal pain and hurts Bear's feelings. In "The Birds," Sheep cares for a baby bird while searching for its mother. There's no water left in WordWorld in "W Drought." And Sheep takes over Pig's cooking show in "Chef Sheep."
Yoga by the Dozen
The benefits of yoga aren't just for adults. This instructional program by dancer and yoga master JoAnna Ross teaches yoga basics to kids ages 2 to 6. Twelve children join Ross for a warm-up and sun salutations followed by 12 simple yoga poses. Each easy-to-follow move is clearly demonstrated in a fun, supportive manner. As kids learn the routine, they also develop self-confidence and self-respect as well as flexibility and strength.
Never Love a Stranger
After authorities learn that Frank Kane's (John Drew Barrymore) parents were Jewish, they kick him out of the Catholic orphanage he calls home, prompting the embittered youth to turn to a life of crime in this exciting thriller. Becoming a successful mobster, Kane soon finds an old school friend turned special investigator, Martin Cabell (Steve McQueen), hot on his trail. Harold Robbins co-wrote the script based on his best-selling novel.
The Small Back Room
Sammy Rice (David Farrar), the greatest weapons destruction expert of World War II, has become a bitter man. Severely wounded in battle, he's now disabled and in considerable pain, with his only relief coming from popping pills and hitting the bottle. But a cutting-edge new bomb that only he can disarm could prove to be the ultimate test of his courage and skill. Is he up to the challenge?
Dana Carvey: Squatting Monkeys Tell No Lies
In this hilarious HBO special, "Saturday Night Live" alumnus Dana Carvey tickles the collective funny bone of a live audience in Santa Rosa, Calif. delivering his patented, spot-on impersonations of popular political figures. The Emmy-winning comic also weighs in on organized (vs. disorganized) religion and his friends who've found "spirituality," his mother's health updates and how his father's upbringing influenced his own.
Freshman Orientation
College freshman Clay (Sam Huntington) impulsively decides to play along when the girl of his dreams mistakenly thinks he's gay. The comic ruse takes Clay to the lively center of the college's gay community, campus activism and harassment by fraternities. Ending up with much more than he bargained for, Clay winds up instigating a college-wide transformation of ideas toward sexual identity and social politics on campus.
I Wish I Had a House Like This
A blast from the past threatens to destroy the opportunity of a lifetime for a music producer on the rise in this urban comedy about rags, riches and the record business. Pure Water (Diezzle Don) can't believe his luck when a powerful record exec offers him the chance to lay down a demo track at his swanky mansion. But how can he possibly stay on track when a friend who was recently released from prison (Jermaine Hopkins) shows up to party down?
John Oliver: Terrifying Times
American viewers may know him best as the British correspondent on "The Daily Show," but John Oliver is also an accomplished stand-up comic. In his first Comedy Central special Oliver tackles the topics that perplex him about the United States. He takes well-aimed shots at the American political process and the invasion of Iraq (including how the Brits would have done it differently), and argues for reparations from the Revolutionary War.
Love and Mary
After a bad review imperils her upscale bakeshop, Mary (Lauren German) plans to take her fiancé, Brent (Gabriel Mann), back to Texas, with the hope of scoring some cash from the engagement party. But an outbreak of hives forces Mary to take Brent's jailbird twin, Jake, instead. Writer-director Elizabeth Harrison's romantic-comedy confection had its world premiere at the 2007 South by Southwest Film Festival.
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
After losing yet another nanny position because of her gruff demeanor, Guinevere Pettigrew (Frances McDormand) mistakenly lands an assignment as the assistant of an American starlet (Amy Adams) and finds herself swept up in a dizzying world of glamour and high society. Based on the novel by Winifred Watson, this charming 1940s-era tale also stars Ciarán Hinds, Lee Pace, Shirley Henderson and Mark Strong.
Reverend I'm Available
The women of an urban congregation come calling to collect when the recently widowed Rev. Grady Griffin puts himself back on the market in this independent comedy from Rodney L. Clark, based on his touring gospel play by the same name. Mary Riggins, Brenda Thompson, Damon Ervin, Jerome Stevenson, Hester Dean and Sheila Asberry-Clark co-star, along with several vocalists who reprise their roles from the original production.
The Gamers: Dorkness Rising
When a group of fantasy role-playing friends can't get their characters into any action beyond seducing tavern wenches and tormenting villagers, the dungeon master introduces a girl who also plays a sexy character in their game. Now the adventurers must pull it together, both at the table and inside the game, to defeat the necromancer Mort Kemnon and save their beloved gaming group. Matt Vancil directs this entertaining parody.
A Family of Strangers
Facing dangerous brain surgery, Julie Lawson (Melissa Gilbert) begins researching her family medical history, only to discover that she was adopted. She tracks down her birth mother (Patty Duke), and together they try to locate Julie's father. But soon their search for the truth begins resurrecting old and painful memories. Sheldon Larry directs this family-friendly drama also featuring William Shatner and Gordon Clapp.
Affinity
When wealthy 19th-century socialite Margaret Prior (Anna Madeley) tries to find purpose in her life by volunteering at a women's prison, she becomes obsessed with one inmate (Zoe Tapper) whose gifts for the paranormal hold a special attraction. Soon, she's embroiled in an eerie world of secret desires she never dreamed possible. Tim Fywell directs this drama based on the mystery novel by Sarah Waters.
An American Crime
Based on a shocking true story, director Tommy O'Haver's grisly drama centers on Indiana housewife and mother Gertrude Baniszewski (Catherine Keener), who imprisons and tortures a 16-year-old girl in the basement. When Gertrude takes in boarder Sylvia Likens (Ellen Page), she has no idea that her life will soon become a horrific nightmare. The supporting cast includes Bradley Whitford as the prosecuting attorney at the ensuing trial.
Deal
Ex-card shark Tommy Vinson (Burt Reynolds) swore himself off the cards years ago, but when he takes on a cocky young player named Alex Stillman (Bret Harrison) as his protégé, he quickly finds himself drawn back into the world of high-stakes poker. Co-written and directed by Gil Cates Jr., this character-driven drama also stars Shannon Elizabeth, Jon Thomas and Maria Mason.
Orson Welles' Don Quixote
Accompanied by his sidekick, Sancho Panza (Akim Tamiroff), Don Quixote (Francisco Reiguera) goes chasing windmills and encounters a fantastical world of castles, giants and beautiful maidens who aren't quite what they seem. Legendary director Orson Welles interprets Miguel de Cervantes's classic tale of impossible dreams and unbridled idealism in this rarely seen Spanish-language drama that was not completed until after Welles's death.
Quid Pro Quo
While chasing an anonymous tip, wheelchair-bound radio reporter Isaac Knott (Nick Stahl) discovers a strange subculture of "wannabe amputees" -- non-disabled people who long to be disabled. Beautiful museum curator Fiona (Vera Farmiga) is the group's poster girl -- and Isaac's love interest. The noir-ish New York drama, reminiscent of David Cronenberg's Crash, marks the feature debut of writer-director Carlos Brooks.
Recount
This made-for-cable film chronicles the extraordinary behind-the-scenes drama that unfolded in the weeks following the highly controversial 2000 election -- a presidential race that further split an already divided America. With the country's leadership hanging in the balance after the closest vote in history, the battle between George W. Bush and Al Gore would come down a hotly contested vote count in Florida. Kevin Spacey and Laura Dern star.
The Life Before Her Eyes
As the 15th anniversary of a tragic high school shooting approaches, Diana (Uma Thurman) flashes back to a time when her teenage self (Evan Rachel Wood) and best friend, Maureen (Eva Amurri), dreamed of leaving their small town. As she relives the events surrounding the tragedy, drifting between past and present, Diana wonders if she can live with the choice she made that changed their lives forever.
The Pacific and Eddy
After drifter musician Eddy (Ryan Donowho) skips town in the wake of a tragedy, he returns home a year later to find that the friends he left behind have changed in this poetic indie drama. Guitar maker Barron (Mark Gregg) has grown bitter, dancer Farah (Susan Highsmith) can no longer perform and painter Chelsea (Dominique Swain) has set new goals. At a critical juncture in their young lives, the four struggle to find their place in the world.
The Rainbow / The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd
Author D.H. Lawrence's understanding of the 19th-century woman is revealed in two BBC adaptations of his work. Imogen Stubbs stars in The Rainbow as young Ursula Brangwen, whose search for love is doomed by a lifetime spent daydreaming about perfection. Zoë Wanamaker and Colin Firth star in The Widowing of Mrs. Holroyd, the portrait of a woman mired in a loveless marriage and the consequences of her attraction to a younger man.
The Sacred Family
When college freshman Marco (Nestor Cantillana) arrives home at Easter with his girlfriend, Sofia (Patricia Lopez), the weekend starts off well, and Sofia captivates everyone. But things begin to go awry as her darker self emerges in this black comedy from Chile. Revealing her seductive side, tempting Marco's father and offering drugs to some of Marco's friends who've joined the gathering, Sofia turns the holiday into a family fiasco.
Evil Awakening
Accused by the local authorities of brutally murdering a group of Ludlow, Mass., residents with an axe, troubled loner Geno McGahee (co-director Geno McGahee) sets out to prove his innocence and track down the real slaughterer in this thrasher. When McGahee becomes convinced that the true culprit is a deceased serial killer who has risen from the grave, he begins to wonder if he'd be better off in jail after all.
Prom Night
Donna (Brittany Snow) has been looking forward to her senior prom for as long as she can remember, anticipating a night of magic surrounded by her best friends. But what she doesn't bargain for is a visitor from her dark past and a party that will end in murder. Donna and her friends find themselves fighting to escape the clutches of a deranged killer before the night of their dreams turns into their worst nightmare.
The Unseen
When a mix-up at a local hotel leaves them without a place to stay, a trio of female reporters (Barbara Bach, Karen Lamm and Lois Young) accepts an invitation from a friendly museum owner to stay in his nearby farmhouse, unaware of the evil that awaits them. Before long, the girls find themselves in the fight of their lives when a deformed monster emerges from the farmhouse basement, aching for a little "affection."
Wizard of Gore
Amateur journalist Edmund Bigelow (Kip Pardue) becomes obsessed with the gruesome onstage magic of Montag the Magnificent (Crispin Glover), who seems to violently murder his female volunteers before the audience's very eyes. It's all an act, of course, until Bigelow discovers that the women are turning up dead -- days later -- from their supposedly illusionary wounds. Jeremy Kasten directs this creepy remake of the 1970 original.
Keepin' the Faith: Lookin' for Mr. Right
Teresa Kennedy (Angell Conwell) has everything going for her: looks, brains, success and a great sense of humor. So why can't she find the right man? Her friends are a little too eager to help, introducing Teresa to men they think she'll love. But Teresa's waiting for a little direction from above before she decides on her perfect guy. Marcello Thedford and Tommy Chunn co-star in this faith-based romantic comedy.
My Faraway Bride
When his new girlfriend, Reena (Kashmira Shah), returns home to India without saying goodbye, hunky American writer Alex (Jason Lewis) decides to follow her and win her back, only to discover that she's a huge Bollywood film star -- and that she's engaged to someone else. Meanwhile, in a parallel love story, up-and-coming actor Bobby (Sanjay Suri) tries to win back the heart of a girlfriend he abandoned long ago.
Evil
In this taut thriller, skeptical reporter Ivan (Val Nicholas) heads to a small village to probe a recent string of bizarre incidents, but on his first night in town, a seductive woman (Ita Ever) literally becomes a demon in his arms and attacks him. Though Ivan kills the beast, in the light of day she looks like an ordinary female -- and he soon faces a murder charge. Can he clear his name by reclaiming his lost faith?
Restraint
After committing a violent crime, Dale (Teresa Palmer) and Ron (Travis Fimmel) take refuge in an abandoned old house in the country, only to discover it's not empty after all. Stumbling on agoraphobic Andrew (Stephen Moyer), they take him hostage -- possibly their worst mistake. The young criminals soon realize they may not be the ones in charge, as Andrew draws them into his perverse and brutal games in this tense psychological thriller.
The Riddle
While poking around in the cellar of an old English pub, a journalist (Vinnie Jones) stumbles upon a novel that was penned by Charles Dickens but never published. The plot thickens when his discovery precedes a string of murders. But is there a connection? To find the answer, he must scour the centuries-old manuscript for clues and seek help from a mysterious tramp (Derek Jacobi) with murky origins.
Things You Don't Tell...
Love blooms between Samantha (Amanda Baumann) and married man Chris (Edward F. Villaume), but trouble strikes when they are spotted together by Chris's mentally ill brother-in-law, Ted (Ryan Reyes), a graphic artist who likes to impersonate his own vigilante creation, the Hawk. Meanwhile, Chris's wife, Doris (Noel Thurman), is terrorized by a stalker when she takes her two kids on the run in this nail-biting thriller.
Gundam Seed Destiny TV Movie II: Their Respective Swords
Just as the dust settles from the last devastating battle, a group of rogue coordinators launches an attack on the Alliance by causing the Junius Seven war memorial to collide with Earth in this continuing anime tale. As Alliance forces prepare to retaliate -- which will inevitably ignite another disastrous war -- ZAFT warrior Athrun Zala tries to stem the aggression by persuading the leaders of each faction to work together to reestablish peace.
Pokémon All Stars: Vol. 11: Meowth
The nocturnal feline Pokémon known as Meowth is the star of these three adventures from the beloved animated series. In "The Purr-fect Hero," a boy named Timmy mistakes Meowth for the Meowth who saved him long ago. In "Go West, Young Meowth," Meowth recalls an old love from his Hollywood days. And in "Meowth Rules!" Meowth laps up the extra attention when he is mistaken for the Great Meowth of Bounty.
Pokémon All Stars: Vol. 12: Treecko
Small, green, reptilian Treeckos are the plucky protagonists of this trio of episodes from the long-running hit animated series. In "A Tail with a Twist," Ash finds a Treecko who trains tirelessly after being defeated by Seviper. In "Tree's a Crowd," a lone Treecko won't abandon a dying tree. And in "What You Seed Is What You Get," Ash battles the protectors of the Watmels in an effort to boost the strength and abilities of his Treecko.
Chasing Churchill: In Search of My Grandfather
In this three-part series, Winston Churchill's granddaughter, Celia Sandys, journeys around the world to visit her travel-savvy grandfather's favorite destinations, share personal anecdotes and reveal the man behind the legend. In "Wanted Dead or Alive," Sandys explores Cuba and South Africa; in "The Other Country," she travels to and explains Churchill's fascination with America; and in "Worth Doing Once," she journeys to Morocco and France.
Primo Levi's Journey
Filmmaker Davide Ferrario retraces the journey of writer Primo Levi, who walked home to Italy after his 1945 liberation from Auschwitz. A mixture of historical clips and footage from Ferrario's modern-day trip showcases the region's past and present. Featuring visits to Chernobyl, a run-down traveling zoo in Moldava and an open-air Hungarian market, the travelogue offers an insightful commentary on contemporary Eastern Europe.
Television Under the Swastika
This fascinating and often amusing documentary uses 285 discovered reels of film to trace the groundbreaking Nazi television network during World War II, with programming ranging from interviews and sporting events to cooking shows and teleplays. Recognizing the propaganda potential of the new medium, the Nazis launched their network in 1935, beating the rest of the world in the technological advances that allowed average citizens access to TV.
Shift Kits & Hood Chicks
You'll have an all-access pass into the world of tricked-out custom cars and beautiful women with this turbocharged documentary that takes viewers on a tour of some of the hottest auto shows in all the land. Besides the spectacular wheels and the foxy ladies, the video also features performances by the likes of rappers Mac Dre, E-40, Too Short, Cognito and Celly Cell.
TNA Wrestling: Slammiversary 2008
Total Nonstop Action Wrestling does it again with this three-hour extravaganza that boasts a series of action-packed bouts and bone-crushing matchups between many of the biggest names in the world of wrestling. Highlights include the TNA Grudge Match between Olympic gold medalist Kurt Angle and "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, and the X Division Championship Match between belt-holder "Maple Leaf Muscle" Petey Williams and up-and-comer Kaz.
WWE: Great American Bash 2008
The bone-crushing superstars of Raw, SmackDown and ECW battle for supremacy at the fifth annual Great American Bash, filmed live at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, N.Y., on July 20, 2008. Participants in the annual summer wrestling event include John Cena, Undertaker, Triple H, Chris Jericho, C.M. Punk, Big Show, Kane, Shawn Michaels, Matt Hardy, Rey Mysterio and many more. Bonus backstage interviews are included.
Wimbledon 2008 Final: Nadal vs. Federer
Relive the showdown between Spain's Rafael Nadal and five-time Swiss champ Roger Federer in the high-tension 2008 Grand Slam. Braving cold wind and rain, the titans battle for nearly five hours before Nadal seizes victory. This presentation captures every moment of the record-breaking match that gave Nadal the lead in his duel with Federer and earned him back-to-back Grand Slam victories (the first since Bjorn Borg's hat trick 30 years before).
Dexter: Season 2
Mild-mannered Miami forensics expert Dexter Morgan (Michael C. Hall, in an Emmy-nominated turn) continues his double life as a serial killer in Season 2 of Showtime's hit drama. Keith Carradine joins the cast as FBI agent Frank Lundy, whose investigations may expose Dexter's dark secret. Call him crazy, but there's method in Dexter's madness as more of Miami's worst meet their demise. Meanwhile, on the home front, he keeps up appearances as a model citizen.
Gossip Girl: Season 1
When former queen bee Serena (Blake Lively) returns to New York's Upper East Side from a stint at boarding school, her old friend Blair (Leighton Meester) fears she'll lose all of the status and popularity she gained during Serena's absence. The once-close friends become bitter rivals, and their struggles for power are broadcast to the entire school thanks to Gossip Girl's blog, which always has the scoop on the juiciest info.
House, M.D.: Season 4
In the fourth season of this Emmy-nominated drama, the always-cranky House (Hugh Laurie) deals with the departure of his entire diagnostic team by hiring 40 new doctors and forcing them to compete in "Survivor"-like fashion for permanent positions on his staff. While firing unqualified candidates left and right, House uses his remarkable medical deduction skills to solve the ailments of his patients, including a female race car driver.
Married... with Children: Season 9
Guest stars Tawny Kitaen, Bubba Smith, Wolfman Jack and Keri Russell join the malcontent Bundys for another season of outrageous antics in this smash- hit sitcom. While Kelly (Christina Applegate) tries to find work as an actress, Bud (David Faustino) teaches Al (Ed O'Neill) how to drive. Meanwhile, Al bans women's shoes from the store, Peggy (Katey Sagal) wins big at bingo and the Bundys take an ill-fated cruise with the D'Arcys.
Orangutan Island: Season 1
Saved from the forests of Borneo, 35 baby orangutans orphaned due to illegal logging find a new home on a protected island, where they live as wild creatures and create a new society -- an unusual one, since orangutans are typically loners. This fascinating Animal Planet series is part nature show and part soap opera, providing an inside look at the drama, work and fun involved as these red-haired apes form a completely new kind of civilization.
Perry Mason: Season 3: Vol. 1
Brilliant defense attorney Perry Mason (Emmy-winner Raymond Burr) is back for more justice in this collection of episodes from the show's third season. Assisted by secretary Della Street (Emmy-winner Barbara Hale) and detective Paul Drake (William Hopper), Mason can crack the toughest cases. Then it's off to the courtroom, where he employs his razor-sharp cross-examination skills and the occasional surprise witness to exonerate his clients.
Pitbull's La Esquina
Latino rapper Pitbull and his best friend and barber, Fademaster, hang out on their Miami street corner discussing various issues with celebrity pals and illustrating them with sketches and contests in this comic reality series. While addressing immigration, Pitbull challenges two friends to take a 90-mile journey in inner tubes to highlight the hardships of migrating. Other topics include relationships, stereotypes, sexual orientation and more.
Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles: Season 1
In this series based on the popular Terminator action films, Sarah Connor (Lena Headey) must prepare her teenage son John (Thomas Dekker) for his destiny as leader of the human resistance in a future where intelligent machines have decided that mankind must be terminated. As they race to head off the pending apocalypse, they're aided by a reprogrammed robot sent from the future to protect them -- and hunted by robotic assassins sent to kill them.
The Adventures of Sir Lancelot
Based on Arthurian legends and featuring exquisitely detailed 14th-century sets and costumes, this British television series follows the adventures of Sir Lancelot (William Russell), dedicated Knight of the Round Table. Brave Lancelot battles marauding invaders, rescues damsels in distress and comes to the aid of villagers in need. These adventures also feature King Arthur, Guinevere, Merlin, Mordred and other legendary characters.
William Tell
This British-made television series follows the adventures of Swiss archer William Tell (Conrad Phillips), who becomes a national hero by leading the resistance against Austrian warlord Gessler (Willoughby Goddard). Gessler tries to help Austria take over Switzerland, but Tell is determined to thwart his every attempt. The series features appearances by Michael Caine, Donald Pleasence, Robert Shaw and other acclaimed British actors.
Casting Crowns: The Altar and the Door Live
Contemporary Christian Grammy winners Casting Crowns perform eight live numbers, including their chart-topping hits "East to West" and "Every Man," in this documentary, which also features a video for their single "Slow Fade." Lead singer and youth pastor Mark Hall also contributes several teaching videos for use in church services or Bible studies. Other songs include "Praise You with the Dance," "The Word Is Alive" and "All Because of Jesus."
Fish: Return to Childhood
Former Marillon front man Fish plays through the band's entire "Misplaced Childhood" album two decades after its initial release and also blends in some of his own material in this 2005 concert filmed live in Amsterdam. Songs featured in the set list include "Market Square Heroes," "Incommunicado," "Brother 52," "Goldfish and Clowns," "Bitter Suite," "Kayleigh," "Lavender," "Big Wedge" and "Credo."
Legendary Performances: Marty Robbins
Curated by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, this toe-tapping collection of vintage performance clips showcases the diverse, prolific career of legendary country music icon Marty Robbins. Robbins performs such hits as "El Paso," "Devil Woman," "Singing the Blues" and "A White Sport Coat (And a Pink Carnation)." Bonus features include a never-before-seen interview with Robbins and footage of his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Legendary Performances: Tammy Wynette
Country music powerhouse Tammy Wynette shines in 15 classic performances, including "Stand by Your Man," "D-I-V-O-R-C-E" and "I Don't Wanna Play House," in this classic collection curated by the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Bonus footage includes two previously unreleased interviews, footage from Wynette's wedding with George Richey and her induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Lost Concerts Series: Presley & Cash: The Road Show
Before they were legends, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash hit the road, guitars in hand, playing for small crowds. This impressive collection of 30 early performances features Presley and Cash wowing fans on the way to superstardom. Bonus material includes Cash spoofing Presley's megahit "Heartbreak Hotel," plus rare Sun Records footage and a glimpse into the history of two celebrated artists who greatly influenced American music.
The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir: I'll Say Yes
The stunning sounds of the 300-voice Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir will have your spirits soaring to new heights in this collection of 13 stirring songs of worship, complemented by a documentary feature on the Grammy-winning group. Songs include "Holy Is the Lord," "O How I Love the Name," "Hallelujah You're Worthy," "I Never Lost My Praise," "We Fill the Sanctuary," "The Lord Thy God," "I'll Say Yes" and "Spirit Fall Down."
The Summer Slaughter Tour 2007
This extreme concert film features some of the nastiest tech death, deathcore, mathcore and other metal bands performing in the first-ever Summer Slaughter tour, with headliners Necrophagist and guests Ion Dissonance, Cephalic Carnage and Arsis. Other bands launching sonic attacks from the stage are Cattle Decapitation, the Faceless, As Blood Runs Black, Insect Warfare, Daath, As Eden Burns, Beneath the Massacre and more.
A Real Friend / Xmas Tale
The 6 Films to Keep You Awake collection presents this chilling double feature of horror films from Spain. Enrique Urbizu directs A Real Friend, in which a young outcast named Estrella (Nerea Inchausti) befriends an older man who resembles a vampire, only to discover that he harbors a dangerous secret. In Paco Plaza's Xmas Tale, an axe-wielding zombie dressed in a Santa suit seeks revenge on a group of boys.
Adan y Eva
Joaquim Leitão directs this drama about a unique love triangle with a baby at the center. Aching to have a child, bisexual television reporter Catarina (Maria de Medeiros) goes behind her girlfriend's (Ana Bustorff) back and successfully dupes a young, unsuspecting doctor into impregnating her. Complicating matters even more, Catarina falls for a fellow male reporter who has no idea that she is pregnant. Joaquim de Almeida co-stars.
Blame / Spectre
The 6 Films to Keep You Awake collection presents this frightening double feature of Spanish horror movies. In "Blame," directed by Narciso Ibáñez Serrador, a nurse who's strapped for cash (Montse Mostaza) moves in with a doctor friend, only to discover that the doctor's run-from-home medical clinic isn't what she suspected. In Mateo Gil's "Spectre," an old man is haunted by a supposed witch he knew as a boy.
Chronicle of an Escape
Based on a true story, this compelling drama from director Adrián Caetano centers on Claudio Tamburrini (Rodrigo de la Serna), a soccer goalie kidnapped by the Argentinean military and falsely imprisoned in 1977. After several months of unjust incarceration and torture, Claudio bands together with fellow prisoners Guillermo (Nazareno Casero), El Gallego (Lautaro Delgado) and El Vasco (Matías Marmorato) to plan a daring escape.
Don't Touch the White Woman!
Gen. Custer (Marcello Mastroianni) is determined to run American Indians out of Paris in this surreal reenactment of Custer's last stand. Curio shop owner Mitch (Ugo Tognazzi) is just as determined to stop him. Meanwhile frontier gal Marie-Hélène (Catherine Deneuve) is determined to ravage Custer before the Indians do, and Buffalo Bill (Michel Piccoli) is determined to sing cabaret in this Italian-made satire of Hollywood Westerns.
El Cochecito
Even though his legs are working perfectly, the widowed Don Anselmo (José Isbert) will do anything to get himself into a motorized wheelchair so he can take part in more activities with his disabled friend (Lepe). But Don Anselmo's practical-minded lawyer son (Pedro Porcel), who can't understand his father's motivations, is determined to fight his wishes at every turn. Italian film director Marco Ferreri helms this foreign-language classic.
Enough!
During the Algerian Civil War in the 1990s, surgeon Amel (Rachida Brakni) journeys into the war-torn countryside in search of her missing journalist husband, who may have been kidnapped because of his controversial articles. Amel's neighbor Khadidja (Fettouma Ousliha Bouamari), a former revolutionary fighter, joins her. To achieve their goal and survive, the two strong-willed women must put aside their differences in this powerful drama.
La Noche
Director Tufic Makhlouf's searing psychological drama follows aspiring young nun Maria (Celia Vela), who's forced to abandon her dream of joining the order after a brutal sexual assailant impregnates her. When her attempts to put the event behind her fail, Maria embarks on an obsessive quest for vengeance, determined to find the man responsible for destroying her life. Arturo Macías, Samir Peña and Raúl Vega also star.
La Otra Cara de la Luna
The stale marriage between world-class chess champion Juan (Didier Bézace) and his crime novelist wife, Julia (Stefania Sandrelli), gets shaken up when a chess tournament abroad affords each of them the opportunity to embark on heady affairs. While Juan finds himself falling for a beautiful computer whiz (Ingrid Rubio), an uninvited young houseguest (Carlos Fuentes) who just pulled off a daring bank heist ignites Julia's libido.
Please Vote For Me
Though China's government is Communist, the third grade election for the prestigious position of Class Monitor at the Evergreen Primary School in Wuhan is being decided by a democratic vote. In this enlightening documentary, filmmaker Weijun Chen captures all the action as the three candidates -- two boys and a girl -- go all out to win: performing in a talent show, debating each other and delivering speeches to their classmates.
Príncipe Azul
Gaby Espino and Daniela Alvarado star in this entertaining telenovela as Maria Carlota and Maria Cornia, a pair of lovelorn cousins who, after a series of failed relationships, have decided to give up on their search for "Mr. Right." But just as they write off their hopes of romance, a pair of dashing young gentlemen (Rafael Novoa, Adrian Delgado) enter the girls' lives, and soon they're forced to reevaluate their pessimistic views on love.
The Baby's Room / To Let
From the 6 Films to Keep You Awake anthology comes this terrifying double feature of Spanish horror movies. In the unnerving The Baby's Room, directed by Álex de la Iglesia, a new father repeatedly sees, via a video baby monitor, a shadowy man hovering over his newborn infant. In Jaume Balagueró's To Let, a couple looking to rent an apartment discovers that they can check in, but they can never leave.
The House of Smiles
Confined to a rest home by her relatives, an elderly woman (Ingrid Thulin) with all her faculties in place finds love with one of her fellow residents (Dado Ruspoli). But can the couple keep their blossoming romance a secret from the asylum's unsympathetic staff? Italian film director Marco Ferreri helms this foreign-language tale of mature love, parental boundaries and one woman's search for freedom.
The Seed of Man
In the wake of a widespread plague that devastates the Earth and erases most of the planet's population, two young survivors (Marco Margine and Anne Wiazemsky) can't decide whether it's a good idea to bring a new life into the world. The urge to spread mankind's seed seems natural, but is it the right thing to do? Italian film director Marco Ferreri helms this foreign-language classic with a science-fiction twist.
Top Fighter / Super Power / Call Me Dragon / My Life Is on the Line
This quadruple bill features three action-packed martial arts films from the 1970s and '80s, as well as a fascinating retrospective on the genre. The 1995 documentary Top Fighter includes interviews and rare footage of stars such as Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan. In Super Power, Chinese boxer Billy Chong defends his village, and "Minute" Fong wipes out his victims in 60 seconds in My Life Is on the Line. Him Pang directs, writes and stars in Call Me Dragon.
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