Sugar Rush | DVD | (15/08/2005)
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| RRP Being a teenage girl is tough. Being an uncool 15 year old lesbian who's completely infatuated with the most outrageous and popular girl in school is downright unfair! Sugar Rush explores the world of Kim and her earth-shattering lust for the gorgeous and sassy Maria Sweet otherwise known as Sugar. And if Sugar wasn't enough to blow Kim's mind there's also her dysfunctional embarrassing family; a mini-freak for a brother an obsessively house-proud dad and a
Hornblower - The Examination For Lieutenant | DVD | (03/02/2003)
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| RRP Based freely on the classic novels by CS Forester, Hornblower is a series of TV films following the progress of a young officer through the ranks of the British navy during the Napoleonic Wars. The series greatest asset is the handsome and charismatic Ioan Gruffudd in the lead role, surely a major star in the making. For television films the production values are very good, though as Titanic, Waterworld and The Perfect Storm demonstrated, filming an aquatic adventure is a very expensive business, and it is clear that the Hornblower dramas simply make the best of comparatively small budgets. No more faithful to Forester's books than the 1951 Gregory Peck classic Captain Horatio Hornblower, the real inspiration seems to have come from the success of Sharpe, starring Sean Bean, which likewise featured a British hero in the Napoleonic Wars. Nevertheless, while rather more easy going than the real British navy of the time, the Hornblower saga delivers an entertaining adventure, greatly enhanced by the presence of such guest stars as Denis Lawson, Cheri Lunghi, Ronald Pickup and Anthony Sher. Firmly settled on HMS Indefatigable and mentored by Captain Pellew (an excellent Robert Lindsay), "The Examination for Lieutenant" finds Spain entering the war in an adventure involving both the Black Death and a lethal fireship.--Gary S Dalkin
Lord Jim | DVD | (27/09/2004)
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| RRP Three years after Lawrence of Arabia, the largely impressive Lord Jim (1965) finds Peter O'Toole again essaying a self-doubting but remarkable, white Englishman who leads a foreign people against their oppressor. Based on the Joseph Conrad novel, Lord Jim is the story of a British maritime officer, Jim (O'Toole), who takes a brief post on a tramp steamer and flees in terror during a storm at sea. Dogged by a reputation for cowardice, Jim attempts to reinvent himself in his own eyes, commanding an attack against a feudal warlord (Eli Wallach) in a distant, Southeast Asian village and basking in god-like glory afterward. A sinister plot by a gentleman pirate (James Mason) sets the stage for Jim's confrontation with his true destiny. Simplified and adapted by writer-director Richard Brooks (In Cold Blood), Lord Jim sometimes feels rushed and obvious, but O'Toole's golden performance and legendary cinematographer Freddie Young's 70mm footage are outstanding. --Tom Keogh
Containment | DVD | (05/10/2015)
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A Bunch of Fives - The Complete Series | DVD | (24/05/2010)
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| RRP Typically filled with tips on how to eke out one's pocket money, reports on the dangers of cigarettes and alcohol, wickedly accurate personality profiles, creative prose, poems and reviews, the school magazine offered a uniquely adolescent perspective on life during the 1970s. This ATV drama series for teenagers follows the progress and pitfalls of a group of fifth-formers at Oxford Lane Comprehensive School who, appalled by the blandness and timidity of their school's official effort, decide to launch a punchier alternative...A Bunch of Fives, starring Jamie Foreman and Lesley Manville, was devised by John Sichel with Colin Rogers and mostly written by BAFTA-winning writer Paula Milne. Every bit as hard-hitting and humorous as its BBC contemporary Grange Hill (which debuted inbetween series one and two of A Bunch of Fives) this release comprises both series, originally screened in 1977 and 1978.Pupil Chris Taylor is accused of something he didn't do and, in exasperation, writes about the incident for the school magazine. When games master Mr Buck refuses to print the article, Chris and some of the other fifth-formers decide to pool their journalistic talents: putting together their own magazine, 'A Bunch of Fives', they begin to seek out more relevant stories from the community in which the children live.
Fawlty Towers: Series 1 and 2 | DVD | (19/11/2001)
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| RRP Often hailed as the greatest ever British sitcom, Fawlty Towers is closer to the more elaborate tradition of farce. Comprising two series made in 1975 and 1979, the total of just 12 episodes were painstakingly constructed by writers John Cleese and Connie Booth. Unlike most British farce, however, Fawlty Towers deals with the big themes--death, psychology, xenophobia and even sex-o-phobia (Basil's marriage to Sybil is the most sterile ever depicted in a sitcom). Basil's contempt for his guests is, of course, legendary. It takes little from patrons to unleash his sledgehammer sarcasm: "Rosewood, mahogany, teak? Sorry, I was wondering what you'd like your breakfast tray made out of", he sneers at a guest who dares to request breakfast in bed. Like every Englishman, he wants to be king of his own castle and resents having to take in lodgers to maintain the place, especially the open-necked younger generation, whom he regards as sub-human. Mostly, though, Fawlty Towers is comedy of exasperation--who can forget the "damn good thrashing" Basil gives his clapped-out car, or the nervous breakdowns he almost suffers trying to make himself understood to Manuel? It's also comedy of embarrassment. The very fear of losing his dignity generally leads Basil into the most spectacularly undignified of predicaments. His inevitable misery is our sheer delight. -- David Stubbs On the DVD: each six-episode season is given its own disc with a commentary track from John Howard Davies and Bob Spiers, directors of Season 1 and Season 2 respectively. The third disc has all the additional material, the best of which are new interviews with John Cleese, Andrew Sachs and Prunella Scales. Also included are text biographies of all the leads and the guest stars, a short background featurette on Torquay and the hotel owner who is said to have inspired Basil, a very short blooper reel of outtakes and a brief teaser with Cleese in character entitled "Cheap Tatty Review". Much of this extra material was comfortably fitted onto the individually available Season 1 and 2 discs, so it's a bit of a mystery why a third disc was deemed necessary for the box set. --Mark Walker
Janacek: Jenufa -- Glyndebourne | DVD | (22/06/2001)
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| RRP Janacek's masterpiece Jenufa, captured in this 1989 Glyndebourne Festival Opera production, is among the most revived modernist works. Compared with much grand opera, the story of one woman's struggle to rise free from social constraints at a terrible cost is remarkably poignant, credible and accessible. Scenes are short and intense. The music shimmers with Janacek's characteristic blend of sweetness and sharp dissonance. His men are damaged and angry; his women kick against the expectations of convention. Tragedy is inevitable, but here, unusually, hope triumphs. In the title role, Roberta Alexander is utterly convincing as the stepdaughter of the Kostelnicka Buryja, placing her love and trust in the wrong man with dire consequences. As the Kostelnicka, Anja Silja turns in an equally towering performance, unravelling with the awful consequences of her pragmatism. Alexander's fluid soprano reveals the extraordinary beauty of some of Janacek's finest arias: the moment when she becomes supernaturally aware of her baby's fate--it's "as if death was peering into the house!"--and is actually singing prayers for its soul is quite overwhelming. This Jenufa is sung splendidly; a revelation of the essential humanity which lurks at the heart of the greatest operas. On the DVD: This production was filmed for Channel 4 and has all the hallmarks of a 1980s television broadcast: standard 4:3 picture format which limits the impact of Tobias Hoheisel's magnificent expressionistic set; PCM stereo which somewhat dulls Andrew Davis' sterling, powerful work at the helm of the London Philharmonic Orchestra (although the principal singers shine through); poor subtitles; and static freeze-frame links between scenes. As a record of an important production, though, it suffices. --Piers Ford
Charley Varrick | DVD | (27/10/2008)
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| RRP Charley Varrick and his friends rob a small town bank. Expecting a small sum to divide amongst themselves they are surprised to discover a very large amount of money. Quickly figuring out that the money belongs to the MOB they must now come up with a plan to throw the MOB off their trail.
Bob Dylan - In Performance | DVD | (26/11/2007)
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| RRP Experience first hand the legacy of the original Warrior Poet! Experts analyse Dylans greatest music and performances. this 2 disc set features an analysis of Dylan's music and behind the scenes stories from Rob Stoner bassist on the Rolling Thunder Revue Tour in depth evaluations from published Dylan experts Andrew Muir and Mike Marqusee views from Bob Makin a New Jersey journalist at The Courier and further insights from biographer and music journalist Tony Fletcher and TV film maker music scene veteran and major Dylan fan Mick Gold!
Primeval - Series 1 And 2 | DVD | (17/03/2008)
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| RRP When evolutionary zoologist Nick Cutter discovers prehistoric creatures alive and well in the present day the natural world is turned on its head and humanity faces a threat to its very existence. Unexplained anomalies are ripping holes in the fabric of time allowing creatures from the very earliest stages of Earths development to roam the modern world. Cutter and his team struggle to keep the looming disaster secret while dealing with savage dinosaurs and other deadly foes.
The Gundown | DVD | (30/01/2012)
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| RRP Seeking revenge and justice, Cole Brandt finds himself in the lawless town of Dead River where he is faced with one last bloody showdown for freedom in order to protect The Majestic Saloon and a beautiful woman.
The Walking Dead - Season 5 with Bonus Disc (Amazon.co.uk Exclusive Limited Edition) | Blu Ray | (28/09/2015)
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| RRP After the stunning Season Four finale Rick and the group remain outnumbered outgunned and awaiting to discover their fate at the hands of their captors at Terminus. Are these survivors over-precautious new friends or an unnerving new foe? No matter the result the group now know more than ever they will need to fight the living if they wish to survive in the world of the dead.
Catwoman: Hunted | DVD | (07/02/2022)
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| RRP In the all-new original Catwoman: Hunted, Catwoman's attempt to steal a priceless jewel puts her squarely in the crosshairs of both a powerful consortium of villains and the ever-resourceful Interpol, not to mention Batwoman. It might just be enough to contain her. Or not. Bonus Features When the Hunter Becomes the Hunted Catwoman: The Feline Femme Fatale-It's complicated. Discover the origins and evolution of Catwoman, as filmmaker and industry legends reveal why Selina Kyle, the Cat, is both one of the greatest comic book supervillains and greatest anti-heroes of all time.
Primeval - Series 1-3 | DVD | (01/06/2009)
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| RRP Primeval: Series 1 -3 (7 Discs)
Tommy Cooper - Just Like That | DVD | (08/04/2002)
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| RRP Who could forget the great Tommy Cooper? A legend in his own lifetime now sadly missed by all his fans. In this DVD you'll find two programmes containing some of his most hilarious sketches to enjoy again and again. The Magic Touch - Compiled from rare and classic footage. Tommy takes us through some riotous sketches in his own off-the-cuff style. Join him and guests Eric Sykes and Henry Cooper as they encounter Nautical Cooper Accountant Cooper Courting Cooper Troubadour Tommy and the grand finale - the Amazing Shirt Trick. Tribute to a Comic Genius - It's all here: the bizarre conjuring tricks the comic antics and Tommy's unique brand of humour exactly as you remember him. Also included are heartfelt tributes from many of Tommy's friends and colleagues including Benny Hill Jim Davidson Ronnie Barker Mike Yarwood Eric Sykes Max Bygraves and Eammon Andrews.
P.D. James - Death Of An Expert Witness - Parts 1 To 6 | DVD | (19/04/2004)
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| RRP The first televisual adaptation of the P.D. James mysteries featuring Detective Adam Dagliesh.... Scotland Yard's senior murder detective Adam Dalgliesh is called to an isolated chalk quarry to investigate the murder of a young girl in the back of a derelict car. Could she be a victim of the back seat strangler? On his return to London Dalgliesh is called to another suspicious death at Hoggatt's government controlled forensic science laboratory. He soon discovers that the laboratory is a hot-bed of intrigue and jealousy making almost everyone a possible suspect. Whilst focusing on his investigations Dalgliesh battles to set aside the personal tragedy of losing his wife and their first baby in childbirth.
Steep (2 Disc Edition) | DVD | (26/12/2008)
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| RRP "Steep" is a feature documentary about bold adventure, exquisite athleticism and the pursuit of a perfect moment on skis. It is the story of big mountain skiing, a dangerous and exhilarating sport that barely existed 35 years ago.
Boston Kickout | DVD | (19/04/2004)
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| RRP In the 1980s Phil moved with his parents from an inner-city slum to start a new life in Stevenage. However on leaving school he finds himself in a world of violence unemployment alcoholism and drug abuse.
Face | DVD | (07/10/2002)
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| RRP At thirty five Ray's learned the tricks and done the time. Now he's a face - a villain to be reckoned with and definitely not to be crossed - ready for the blag the big score that'll really set him and his team up. Although the job goes smooth and sweet the take doesn't scratch the three million the gang had it figured for. And when somebody starts thieving from the thieves and people start getting blown away Ray's got some serious thinking to do before the traitor - or the law -
Angels One Five | DVD | (24/08/2015)
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| RRP In the summer of 1940 young volunteer reservist T.B. ‘Septic’ Baird (John Gregson – The Longest Day) is forced to crash his Hurricane on the RAF fighter station runway in order to avoid a collision with another plane. Injured in the accident he incurs the wrath of Squadron leader ‘Tiger’ Small (Jack Hawkins - Zulu) who grounds Baird transferring him to the operations centre until he recovers. Baird is desperate to get airborne but ‘Tiger’ refuses his protests. However when risk of a bombing attack threatens the airfield Baird takes his chance to be reinstated and returns to the skies. Painstaking restored to its former glory ANGELS ONE FIVE is amongst the very best Battle of Britain war epics. Based on director George More O’Ferrall’s own WWII experience at Fighter Command HQ it offers a slice-of-life depiction of aerial
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