Learn about the many fascinating uses of spectroscopy -- the measurement of matter interacting with light -- in this engrossing educational program geared toward advanced high school students and college undergraduates. Scientists use spectroscopy to study the history and composition of the universe, predict the future of the universe, monitor weather and make medical diagnoses with tools including the MRI.
Journey through the afterlife with this informative and entertaining program exploring Dante's epic poem of grandeur and complexity. Delving deep into the enduring allegorical work, the film combines dramatic reenactments, modern images and artists' renderings inspired by the literary masterpiece, as well as visual interpretations by the Topiary Dance Group, location footage of Dante's native Florence and analysis from noted scholars.
This rockin' concert video chronicles the 2002 incarnation of the popular Warped Tour, an ongoing traveling punk rock/ska/skateboarding/BMX extravaganza that started in 1993. Features live performances of bands such as New Found Glory, Bad Religion, Something Corporate and many others, plus skate and BMX competitions and footage of life backstage during the tour.
Head far beneath the ocean's surface to explore a mysterious world where time has stood still for ages. In this dark and rarely seen region, witness an amazing variety of actual sea monsters, strange and wondrous creatures with incredible features. Captured by accomplished nature filmmakers using advanced technology, this undersea documentary provides a wonderful opportunity to visit a primordial kingdom normally inaccessible to humans.
Dive into the sea and watch the world's most perfect predator in all its glory. This documentary takes viewers around the world to see sharks up close and to learn about their incredible power, exquisite grace and splendid bodies. Featuring beautiful and thrilling footage captured by talented underwater cameramen, this exciting shark-viewing extravaganza is sure to send audiences' hearts racing.
After building a successful business, the 1990s saw Micheal Zinn fulfilling what many consider to be the American dream. He had no reason to think that his entrepreneurial skills would make him the subject of a Federal investigation, but in 1996, a knock on the door quickly escalated to a brutal prosecution for a variety of offenses of which he had no knowledge.
Once living in the lap of luxury, the privileged pup Poochini is adopted by a "normal" family stuck in the 1950s. From riches to rags, Poochini's new life as a common canine is full of excitement. In "Coffee Dog," find out what happens when Poochini gets the hankering for caffeine and terrorizes the neighborhood of Rolling Meadows, leaving no mug unturned. Also includes three bonus videos: "Amnesiac Dog," "Leaf Me Alone" and "The Gopher."
Learn how to navigate the high seas, the backcountry or just the local parks with this in-depth video instruction manual covering four of Magellan's top GPS units: the Meridian, the Marine, the Gold and the Platinum. The powerful devices are loaded with useful features to help people keep track of where they're going and where they've been: This step-by-step guide teaches you everything you need to know to get the most out of your unit.
Hold onto your handlebars, because you've got a front seat to one of the most intense sports on the planet. From street skating to BMX to surfing, this video presents star athletes pulling off their most outrageous stunts. The awesome visuals spool off to an eclectic mix of rock, punk, hip-hop and electronica music that will have you groovin' as you "ooh" and "ahh" at the stupefying stunts on-screen.
Documentary on Russian painters of Art Nouveau period
Get ready for a thrilling ride as the world's top surfers perform amazing feats of extreme athleticism as they catch some of the best waves around the globe in this high-octane program. Surfers include Kalani Robb, Andy Irons, Luke Egan, Chris Ward, Mick Fanning, Bobby Martinez and many others. The action is set to a soundtrack featuring songs by Green Day, the Hives, Earshot, the Exiles and more.
One of the most important figures to sculpt modern society, Martin Luther questioned the suppositions regarding the religious authority of his time and ultimately formed the Protestant Church. While searching for salvation, he rediscovered the fundamentals of biblical Christianity and forever changed the theological world. This two-hour documentary details Luther's motivations, the defining moments of his life and the issues he faced.
One of the most beautiful works in classical music, Handel's "Messiah" is a joyous element of holiday celebrations all over the world. This luminous production features a performance by the National Choir of Lyon, recorded live at the historically relevant Abbey of La Chaise Dieu in France's Auvergne Hills. The Auvergne Orchestra, under the direction of Jean-Jacques Kantorow, accompanies the chorale.
Filmed live in Krakow, Poland, during the 1996 Masquerade Overture Tour, British progressive rockers Pendragon put on a dynamic performance of some of their best-loved songs. Additional footage from the Studio Leg television studio is included. Selections include "March of the Torreodores," "Nostradamus," "As Good as Gold," "Paintbox," "Breaking the Spell," "Guardian of My Soul," "Back in the Spotlight," "The Last Man on Earth" and more.
Rockpalast Live is a DVD of Harry Chapin performing on German music television show Rockpalast on April 12th, 1977.
Violet is so shy she shrinks whenever anyone watches her. So what will Violet do when her teacher gives her a big part in the school play? Next, when Vashti's teacher frames her drawing of a dot, Vashti begins to make dots everywhere!
Ever fed a talking giraffe? Been sniffed by a chatting llama? Waddled alongside a pushy penguin? Animals from around the world get up-close and personal as never before in this hilarious one-of-a-kind DVD.
A 72-year-old grandmother dies and finds herself on a ferry which will take her across the river to the hereafter. On the ferryboat she meets her first love, who was killed in a road accident in which they were both involved when they were young. She is presented with a fateful choice: to start life afresh as a 22-year- old - her age at the time of the accident - and to relinquish all her memories of the life she has lived; or to remain a 72-year-old woman with all her life's memories intact.
Former hotshot lawyer David Rasky has just returned from a two-year sabbatical traveling around the world to gain some much-needed perspective on his life. Upon his return, he reaches out to help those in need.
The rejects of society live in a dark alley in Hong Kong's seediest district. When An, the latest person with no place to go, is left dying in the alley, he is saved by the street's residents. As An recovers, he begins to understand the value of his life.
