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- StarsLeonard GravesWinston ChurchillDwight D. EisenhowerTwenty-six episode series about naval combat during World War Two. Famous for its music score, eloquent narration and combat footage.
- 2006–20075 epsTV-MA8.5 (4.8K)TV Mini Series89MetascoreStarsDarleen AsevedoJay AsevedoShelton Shakespear AlexanderAn examination of the U.S. government's response to Hurricane Katrina.
- StarsDennis McLatcheyMichael GreenSteve MillerLas Vegas - There's no city like it on earth. An adult playground in the sun, the city is home to some of the world's most famous casinos and attractions.
- DirectorJohn Lee HancockStarsMichael KeatonNick OffermanJohn Carroll LynchThe story of Ray Kroc, a salesman who turned two brothers' innovative fast food eatery, McDonald's, into the biggest restaurant business in the world, with a combination of ambition, persistence, and ruthlessness.
- StarsKal PennShahid ShaikhAdam DavidsonActor and former White House Associate Director of Public Engagement, Kal Penn, takes viewers around the world to meet key players behind some of the more serious and bizarre movements in today's economy.
- DirectorJosh GilbertStarsLou AdlerRaven BastParis ChongDocumentary about Tommy Chong's federal prosecution under the Bush administration for selling bongs over the Internet.
- DirectorLouis J. HorvitzStarsIce-TAndré 3000Coco AustinVH1's third Hip-Hop Honors ceremony was hosted by Ice-T and honored legendary Hip-Hop artists, musicians and cultural trendsetters from the "Old-School" and "Golden Age" eras of Hip-Hop. The event was held at the Hammerstein Ballroom at Lincoln Center in New York City and aired on VH1.
- DirectorGene FeldmanSuzette WinterStarsLauren BacallScotty BeckettEric BloreHer story is well-known - the lonely child who yearned for affection and approval which she finally seemed to find as Hollywood's greatest love goddess. But even though she scaled heights few could even dream of, she was one of the loneliest of stars. And yet, in spite of the breakdowns, the failed marriages, the sordid rumors surrounding her life -- and her death
- DirectorPaul HamptonStarsPeter WilliamsLawrence MurphyJ. Reuben SilverbirdWhen Greatness is the only option... it leaves us with no choice but to be. From preconception to birth and on, we travel through the mind of Forever Man, as he steps onto his path of no return, and begins his search for the very thing that resides deep within in all of us!
- StarsHunter EllisMykel HawkeRich HopkinsThis show examines the technology that started in the military and later became common in everyday life. Things like global positioning, 4-wheel drive vehicles, microwave ovens, cell phones, etc.
- DirectorGianni MartucciStarsGerardo AmatoLara WendelMalisa LongoSort of loose remake of the late director Mario Bava's _Lisa e il diavolo (1974)_ about a group of witches who lure strangers into a haunted house to sacrifice.
- StarsChristopher PlummerDaniel SelznickGregory OrrThe history of Hollywood film from the medium's invention to the birth of the New Hollywood in 1970.
- DirectorJustin BookeyStarsPanopea AbruptaJack B.The geoduck ("gooey duck") clam sports a phallic, three-foot-long neck and a life span of 160-plus years. It's jokingly referred to as the Washington State Bird. 3 FEET UNDER explores how the geoduck has inspired a quirky yet devoted following in the Pacific Northwest. We follow "Jack," a long-time Seattleite who was raised in a kosher Brooklyn home, as he prepares for his annual geoduck dig. Jack's commentary on his pursuit of the King of Clams propels the action through many layers of geoduck subculture: college mascots, songs, sushi recipes, strict regulation, and the notorious Clamscam trials.
- StarsLatif NasserLeslie LopatofskyStanley CrawfordRotten dives deep into the food production underworld to expose the corruption, waste and real dangers behind your everyday eating habits.
- DirectorHeidi EwingRachel GradyStarsEttyChani GetterAri HershkowitzPenetrating the insular world of New York's Hasidic community, focusing on three individuals driven to break away despite threats of retaliation.
- StarsBill NyeAbbie GettyKarlie KlossScientist Bill Nye explores various problems and misconceptions from a scientific point of view.
- StarsRonan SummersMichael BeachRide along for an uncompromising look at the lives of those who sell, use and wage a war on drugs in the U.S. and Mexico.
- StarsJoseph Simmons IIILogicA Boogie wit da HoodieFeaturing an impressive collection of artists who have found worldwide success, this documentary series showcases hip-hop's impact on global culture.
- DirectorRicki SternAnne SundbergStarsJoan RiversMelissa RiversKathy GriffinA documentary on the life and career of Joan Rivers, made as the comedienne turns 75 years old.
- First shown on April 3, 1954, The New World Society in Action played a vital role in helping interested ones and longtime Witnesses of Jehovah to appreciate the smooth functioning and international scope of God's earthly organization. Following is the announcement of its release as it appeared on the front page of the May 1954 issue of Informant: "The Society has produced a motion picture entitled 'The New World Society in Action.' To enable all of Jehovah's witnesses and persons of good will to see it the Society is supplying each district servant throughout the world with the film and instructions for showing it at circuit assemblies and to individual congregations as opportunity affords. Beginning May 1, it will be shown on Saturday night at all circuit assemblies in the United States. Be sure to attend and see 'The New World Society in Action.'" In its first year alone, The New World Society in Action reached an audience of one and a quarter million in 75 countries. At its first showing in New York City, the viewing was punctuated more than 40 times with applause. In this 76-minute presentation, you will capture a sense of the smooth, efficient, and loving spirit with which Jehovah's organization functioned in the 1950's. Featured footage includes Brooklyn Bethel, the Watchtower Bible School of Gilead, the 1953 international district conventions, the Society's radio station (WBBR), and scenes of the activity of Jehovah's Witnesses around the worldtruly a new world society in action! (c) 1995 Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania
- DirectorJulian SchnabelStarsJavier BardemJohnny DeppOlatz López GarmendiaThe life of Cuban poet and novelist, Reinaldo Arenas.
- DirectorSteven SpielbergStarsDaniel Day-LewisSally FieldDavid StrathairnAs the Civil War rages on, U.S President Abraham Lincoln struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on his decision to emancipate the slaves.
- DirectorYukari Kamiya
- StarsLeVar BurtonRobert ReedJohn AmosA dramatization of author Alex Haley's family line from ancestor Kunta Kinte's enslavement to his descendants' liberation.
- StarsEric MeyersPaul McGannZam BaringRe-enactments of real-life tales of human survival against the savage elements, dangerous climates and physical hazards.
- DirectorStan MooreStarsJohn GrayDavid KupelianIon Mihai PacepaDocumentary. It tells the amazing true story of a top Soviet bloc spy chief who, at great risk, left the "dark side" to shine a light on the greatest source of political evil in today's world. Today, living in the U.S. under a protected identity due to assassination threats, Gen. Ion Mihai Pacepa reveals the secret strategies that, to this day, are undermining and destroying Western civilization. The documentary includes rare interviews, dramatic footage and high-level insider information. Prepare yourself for a truly eye-opening experience.
- DirectorBryan FogelStarsBryan FogelDave ZabriskieDon CatlinWhen Bryan sets out to uncover the truth about doping in sports, a chance meeting with a Russian scientist transforms his story from a personal experiment into a geopolitical thriller.
- StarsRyan HurstA look behind-the-scenes as the character of Opie Winston.
- DirectorKevin BurnsStarsKevin SpaceyGerard JonesForrest J. AckermanThe history of the comic book superhero, Superman in his various media incarnations.
- DirectorRoberta GrossmanSophie SartainStarsGloria AllredLisa BloomHillary ClintonWomen's rights attorney Gloria Allred takes on the biggest names in American culture as coverage of sexual assault allegations in the media become more prevalent.
- DirectorAva DuVernayStarsMelina AbdullahMichelle AlexanderCory BookerAn in-depth look at the prison system in the United States and how it reveals the nation's history of racial inequality.
- 2017–201811 epsTV-MA7.7 (10K)TV SeriesStarsDarren CrissGiovanni CirfieraRicky MartinAn inside look at the making of American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace.
- StarsKirstie AlleyWilliam True StevensonLillie Price StevensonKirstie Alley leads a pretty interesting life. She was a Romulan-Vulcan officer in "Star Trek II," a sexy Emmy-winner as Rebecca Howe in "Cheers," the star of blockbuster films "Look Who's Talking" and "Drop Dead Gorgeous" and of course, her star turns in "Veronica's Closet" and "Fat Actress." For three decades Kirstie has been making headlines and staying in the forefront of the American conscience. Now, she's granting her fans unprecedented access inside her life...and what a life it is.
- StarsShannon TweedNick SimmonsSophie SimmonsA look at the family life of rock star and Kiss front man, Gene Simmons.
- DirectorRod BlackhurstBrian McGinnStarsAmanda KnoxMeredith KercherRaffaele SollecitoAmerican exchange student Amanda Knox is charged with the 2007 death of another student in Italy.
- StarsCappadonnaGhostface KillahThe GZALimited docuseries looks back on the group's career. It was music and shared lyrical genius that allowed them to form the most recognized musical movement in the world, all while walking the tightrope that links business with brotherhood.
- DirectorSam JonesStarsBrian AugerCarla AzarJoan BaezA documentary that goes behind the scenes with some of today's most talented songwriters as they make new music based on long-lost, newly discovered lyrics from Bob Dylan's legendary Basement Tapes sessions. T-Bone Burnett brings Elvis Costello, Rhiannon Giddens, Taylor Goldsmith, Jim James, and Marcus Mumford together in a dramatic two-week studio session at Capitol Studios. Features an exclusive interview with Bob Dylan. Directed by Sam Jones
- DirectorDavid FresinaStarsAndrzej BartkowiakColleen CummingsDan CummingsInspirational story of a young man who became paralyzed from a diving accident then learned how to walk again.
- DirectorDavid FrankelStarsGraham BeckelDylan BrunoMarisa RyanBased on the real-life chronicle of the "nine for nine" Pennsylvania coal miners who were rescued in the summer of 2002. Told from their own perspective, the movie reveals their extraordinary experience and, takes viewers inside the mine (shot in real mines and recreated on a soundstage) to show the life-threatening dangers and physical limitations the men faced for 77 hours as they waited for rescue. The movie was shot in many of the actual locations in Somerset County, Pennsylvania, including scenes at the real-life Quecreek mine.
- DirectorWilson YipStarsDonnie YenSimon YamSiu-Wong FanDuring the Japanese invasion of China, a wealthy martial artist is forced to leave his home when his city is occupied. With little means of providing for themselves, Ip Man and the remaining members of the city must find a way to survive.
- DirectorJeff FeuerzeigStarsDaniel JohnstonMabel JohnstonBill JohnstonDaniel Johnston, manic-depressive genius singer/songwriter/artist is revealed in this portrait of madness, creativity and love.
- DirectorTony KayeStarsEdward NortonEdward FurlongBeverly D'AngeloLiving a life marked by violence, neo-Nazi Derek finally goes to prison after killing two black youths. Upon his release, Derek vows to change; he hopes to prevent his brother, Danny, who idolizes Derek, from following in his footsteps.
- DirectorPhilip KaufmanStarsSam ShepardScott GlennEd HarrisThe U.S. space program's development from the breaking of the sound barrier to selection of the Mercury 7 astronauts, from a group of test pilots with a more seat-of-the-pants approach than the program's more cautious engineers preferred.
- DirectorCharlie KaufmanStarsPhilip Seymour HoffmanSamantha MortonMichelle WilliamsA theatre director struggles with his work, and the women in his life, as he creates a life-size replica of New York City inside a warehouse as part of his new play.
- DirectorMaryann DeLeo
- DirectorChristian PovedaStarsJosé Roberto MartínezSilvia Portillo LópezAna Burgos Arévalo"La Vida Loca" reflects a depressing and hopeless reality. The documentary, by photojournalist and filmmaker Christian Poveda, follows some of the members of "la dieciocho", the so-called 18th Street gang in a poor San Salvador neighborhood.
- StarsChris DouridasElvis CostelloFiona AppleIntimate musical performances by leading musicians, hosted by Chris Doridis.
- DirectorRussell MulcahyStarsCasper Van DienJonathan HydeLeonor VarelaThousands of years ago, the great Child King Tutankhamen ruled. Few know the details of his life no one knows the secrets of his death. But all is about to change. In 1922 Cairo, free-spirited archaeologist Danny Fremont is certain that if found, King Tut's Emerald Tablet would hold the ultimate power to control the world. But unfortunately, the only person who believes Fremont is his ruthless archaeologist nemesis Morgan Sinclair, a member of a secret society who wants the tablet to harness unspeakable evil on the world and will stop at nothing to get it and then extend their world domination. But with the help of a crackerjack team adventurers that includes the doubting egyptologist Dr. Azelia Barakat, Fremont ventures through the Valley of the Kings, toward Tut's tomb, near the portal to the underworld, and getting closer to the truth behind a mystery that will change the world forever or end it.
- DirectorMichael MooreStarsMichael MooreTucker AlbrizziTony BennA documentary comparing the highly profitable American health care industry to other nations, and HMO horror stories including shotgun deaths.