Jack must perform a heroic deed by Monday or flunk out of fairy tale school just like his father before him. To succeed Jack sells his C.O.W. (Computer of Wonder) for a handful of beans that overnight magically grow into a gigantic beanstalk reaching high into the sky. Desperate to be a hero Jack climbs up the enchanted beanstalk into a magical and dangerous world and with the help of some friends he learns the true meaning of heroism on his adventure.
The Mysterious Planet: The TARDIS is drawn to a space station where the Doctor is subjected to a Time Lord inquiry into his behaviour presided over by an Inquisitor. The prosecuting counsel the Valeyard presents the first piece of his evidence which consists of a recording played back on a screen linked to the Matrix. It concerns a visit by the Doctor and Peri to the desolate planet Ravolox which turns out to be a future Earth shifted light-years through space. The court watches as the pair get caught up in a conflict between the surface-dwelling Tribe of the Free led by Queen Katryca and the planet's other inhabitants a group of subterranean technocrats and their robotic ruler Drathro. Mindwarp: The Valeyard's second segment of evidence relates to the planet Thoros-Beta. Here the Doctor and Peri meet their old adversary Sil and others of his Mentor race whose leader Kiv is awaiting an operation from a scientist named Crozier to transplant his brain into another body. They also form an uneasy alliance with a kidnapped Krontep warrior King Yrcanos and encounter a group of resistance fighters. Terror Of The Vervoids: The distraught Doctor gives the court his evidence for the defence. He chooses an incident from his own future in which he and his companion Mel arrive on the space liner Hyperion III in response to a distress call. The Ultimate Foe: With the evidence complete the Doctor learns that the Master has gained illicit access to the Matrix in his TARDIS.
This is the definitive set of interviews with the team who brought the COLIN BAKER era of DOCTOR WHO to life! These six documentaries are the best in-depth interviews with COLIN BAKER (the Sixth Doctor), NICOLA BRYANT (Peri), BONNIE LANGFORD (Mel), MICHAEL JAYSTON (The Valeyard), JOHN NATHAN-TURNER (Producer) and ERIC SAWARD (Script Editor) ever undertaken! Presented by SOPHIE ALDRED, ROBERT DICK and the voice of the Daleks NICHOLAS BRIGGS. For all DOCTOR Who fans, this 2 DISC special collector s edition is 5 hours of pure nostalgia, which will give you a whole new insight into the making of your favourite science fiction series! SPECIAL FEATURE: Introduction by NICHOLAS BRIGGS & Producer KEITH BARNFATHER.
First transmitted in 1984, Chocky is a six-part TV adaptation of John Wyndham's clever novel. Matthew, an apparently normal 12-year-old boy, starts talking to an invisible presence called Chocky, who quizzes him on a wide variety of subjects as if unfamiliar with life on Earth. Over the course of the serial it is suggested that Chocky is an alternate personality or, after Matthew has been helped by Chocky to rescue his sister from drowning, a guardian angel. But we realise early on that this non-imaginary friend is in fact an alien who has made exploratory contact with the boy. Though Chocky manifests as a swirl of blue light, this is a rare piece of TV science fiction that sticks to the domestic arena, exploring ideas rather than playing with special effects. Wyndham's very 1950s-styled novel is updated by making the kids less well-spoken, and throwing in Rubik's cubes and space invaders video games, but adaptor Anthony Read's script preserves the virtues of the novel. Young Andrew Ellams is fine in a demanding role, and there's good-quality puzzled concern from dad James Hazeldine and 80s TV's resident sexy mum Carol Drinkwater. Apart from a few eye-abusing 1984 fashions--Jeremy Bulloch's huge glasses and blinding white jeans in a cameo as a psychiatrist--and the general leisurely pace, which is no bad thing in such a careful piece of drama, this has dated little. Those who remember its first broadcast will find it lives up to the memory, and those who weren't born then should still find it an entertaining watch. On the DVD: Chocky on disc can be accessed as a marathon two-and-a-half-hour watch or as six individual episodes (the latter is recommended). Print quality is fine given the techniques of its production. A nice extra is a 20-minute, in-depth chat with writer Anthony Read. --Kim Newman
Based on the classic novel by Oscar Wilde, "Dorian Gray" tells the story of a strikingly beautiful young man named Dorian (Ben Barnes - "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian") and his terrifying secret.
With a screenplay co-written by Suzanne Collins author of The Hunger Games dramatic chase thriller Breakout is the story of a young mother who must resort to radical measures to protect her children. Forced to flee with her two young children recently divorced mother Jocelyn (Alexandra Breckenridge; TVs American Horror Story) must keep her family safe from her dangerous ex-husband (Billy Burke; The Twilight Saga) whilst also trying to avoid the law. With the police chasing her on charges of kidnapping Jocelyn's only hope is an underground network whose purpose is to aid people in her situation. Putting her trust in Jim (Ray Liotta; Goodfellas) and his mysterious contacts may be Jocelyn's only hope of freeing her family and putting a dark chapter of their lives behind them.
Peter Pan ReturnsYay hey! The most famous Never Land hero of all time is back! Before you can say, I Can Fly!, Peter Pan returns to lead Jake And The Never Land Pirates on their first-ever full length adventure. During a game of catch-me-if-you-can, Peter Pan's mischievous shadow slips away... and winds up in the clutches of that sneaky snook, Captain Hook! Now it's up to Jake, Izzy, Cubby - and you - to help Peter rescue his shadow. Then, enjoy more excitement with five Jake And The Never Land Pirates adventures, including a never-before-seen episode. A wash with happy thoughts, swashbuckling action, new songs and never-ending fun, Peter Pan Returns proves good friends can do great things when they work together! Yo Ho, Mateys Away!Set sail for adventure just off the shores of Never Land. Join Jake, Izzy and Cubby, parrot pal Skully and their trusty ship, Bucky, as they go from muddy swamps to enchanted jungles, solving pirate problems and hunting for lost treasure. With the help of faithful Mr. Smee, Hook is always trying to snatch the kids' treasure, and it's going to take teamwork, wit and even pixie dust to succeed. Overflowing with 7 action-packed episodes filled with treasure, adventure, and fun pirate rock music, Jake And The Never Land Pirates is swashbuckling fun for everyone! Jakes Saves BuckyYo ho, let's go! Set sail with Jake and his crew on a full-length, high-speed adventure on the high seas. According to the Never Land Pirate Code, Jake and his crew must race Bucky against the Jolly Roger and the sneaky Captain Hook; and if Bucky loses, he'll belong to Hook forever! Of course, Hook uses every trick in the book and wins the race. But, Jake and his crew might have a way to get Bucky back. With the aid of Peter Pan, the young pirates embark on an adventure across Never Land that includes getting past a fire-breathing dragon! With your help, Jake's crew can save Bucky from the devious Captain Hook. Also, enjoy four more exciting Jake and the Never Land Pirates episodes! Overflowing with music, swashbuckling action and seafaring fun, Jake Saves Bucky proves that being a hero comes from teamwork, determination and friendship!
The Man Who Sued God defies simple definition, managing to be several types of movie all at the same time. As a theological-romantic-comedy-drama, it's in a somewhat unique category all of its own. Perhaps only Billy Connolly could carry off a central role that combines slapstick with raging anger, puppy-dog disappointment and strong language delivered in his distinctive accent. These facets of performance are used and abused in a tale that feels like it really ought to be based on a true story, but isn't. Connolly's life as a fisherman is sunk by the destruction of his boat by a bolt of lightning. The insurance company won't pay up because it falls under that age-old excuse of being an "Act of God". So Connolly decides to sue the deity. The premise raises issues about how the law and the church have apparently conspired together. But at heart the film is a simple character study, so any pondering on legal or theological implications will have to be done on your own time; the screen is occupied with family issues, underhand dealings and a maybe-maybe romance with Judy Davis. Big Yin fans at least will enjoy the Connolly's composite character. --Paul Tonks
Everyone's favourite cat and mouse team bring their classic rivalry in the animated comedy adventure Tom & Jerry The Movie. When Kayla, a new employee at a posh hotel spots Jerry, she fears the pesky mouse will ruin a glamorous wedding and hires alley cat and wannabe musician Tom to get rid of him... which proves far easier said than done. But soon, Tom and Jerry find themselves allied against an even bigger problem: a jealous staffer looking to make trouble for all three of them! Special Features Deleted Scenes Home Destroyed-Tom and Jerry's rivalry gets them thrown out of the house. Job Hopper Task in Park-Kayla is hired to break up with someone's boyfriend. Tom Hit by a Truck-Tom crashes into life in the Big Apple. Kayla's at Sadie's Apartment-Kayla's roommate forcefully kicks her out of the apartment. Tom on Stilts-Tom tries to sneak into the Royal Gate, while Jerry finds a sweet new place to crash. Kayla Shown Hotel Room-Kayla's new job comes with a fancy new place to live. Tom Dream-Tom daydreams about musical fame and true love. Terence in the Car on the Phone to London Hotel-Terrence learns a secret about Kayla's past. NY Tour / Tom and Jerry Street Portrait-During Tom & Jerry's selfie tour of New York City, they stop and have their caricatures painted. Jackie and Kayla at Cake-Tensions are high at the Royal Gate as the staff prepare for Ben and Preeta's wedding. Gag Reel-With Tom and Jerry, there's never a dull moment on set! Bringing Tom & Jerry to Life-The cast and crew of Tom and Jerry discuss bringing the classic cartoon to life in a contemporary world. Tom & Jerry's World-Explore the world of Tom and Jerry in this behind-the-scenes feature about the set, production, and props. The Feud: #TeamTom vs. #TeamJerry-Are you Team Tom or Team Jerry? Discover what it was like to work with these two feuding rivals. Jerry's A House For a Mouse -See how Jerry Mouse found and decorated his forever home in an iconic hotel in New York City. The Tom & Jerry Guide to New York City Wildlife-Tom and Jerry may be our dynamic duo, but they're not the only animals in this movie. Meet the other animals roaming the Big Apple! Inside the Wedding of Ben and Preeta-New York City's favorite couple is tying the knot at the Royal Gate Hotel. Get the scoop about the big day from the cast and crew. A Scene Comes to Life: Scene #1 - Ben and Preeta's Wedding-Find out how the cast and crew of Tom and Jerry pulled off the planning (and destruction) of the incredibly lavish Indian wedding scene. A Scene Comes to Life: Scene #2 - Animal Lockup-When Tom and Jerry get hauled away by animal control, the creators had to play a game of cat and mouse to pull off the prison scenes.
Yes, The Five Doctors is the one that gathers together Hartnell, Troughton, Pertwee, Baker and Davison, dumps them on some moorland and lets some of the Doctor's greatest enemies take potshots at them. Except, of course, that William Hartnell had sadly passed on by the time this series was made in 1983 (although his replacement Richard Hurndall does an excellent job) and Tom Baker was only featured as a patched-in cameo, apparently prevented from joining in by a temporal thingummy. However, this kind of creakiness comes with the territory and is soon forgotten. The assorted incarnations of the Doctor (together with a scattering of assistants) are drawn together through time and space to battle Daleks, Cybermen, Yeti--those weird androids which keep jumping into the air and disappearing--and many other old foes. They realise that they're on their home planet of Gallifrey and must eventually deal with the legacy of Rassilon, founder of the Time Lords. It's all great fun, of course, and the excellent chapter points on this DVD compensate for the rather self-indulgent lack of editing. --Roger Thomas
Yay hey! The most famous Never Land hero of all time is back! Before you can say, I Can Fly!, Peter Pan returns to lead Jake And The Never Land Pirates on their first-ever full-length adventure. During a game of catch-me-if-you-can, Peter Pan's mischievous shadow slips away... and winds up in the clutches of that sneaky snook, Captain Hook! Now it's up to Jake, Izzy, Cubby - and YOU - to help Peter rescue his shadow. Then, enjoy more excitement with five Jake And The Never Land Pirates adventures, including a never-before-seen episode. Awash with happy thoughts, swashbuckling action, new songs and never-ending fun, Peter Pan Returns! proves good friends can do great things when they work together!
Instantly recognisable in his red sweater and yellow check trousers and scarf the ever lovable Ruprt Bear joins his friends; Bill Badger Algy Pug Podgy Pig Edward Trunk Pong Ping and Tigerlily for more extraordinary adventures in Nut Wood. Rupert And Ginger: Rupert's encounter with a friendly Stegosaurus in Nut Wood Forest leads him on an adventure to the Jurassic era. Once there he helps his friend The Wise Old Goat repair his malfunctioning time machne and avoid becoming Tyrannosaurus' next meal. Rupert And Pong Ping: When Rupert and Pong Ping journey to China the Emperor's pet dragon becomes jealous of Pong Ping and has him kidnapped by a ferocious fire breathing relative. Rupert embarks on a daring adventure to rescue his friend and in doing so seals the friendship between the emperor and his pet dargon. Rupert And Little Yum: Rupert chooses to disobey his friend Officer Growler and the laws he represents in order to free a rare baby aboninable snowman from the influencial Sir Jasper. However it's only when he plays by Growler's rules that Rupert is able to help his new friend understand that although it may seem slow the law is fair and does punish the wrongdoers.
Legends Of The Fall: Colonel William Ludlow (Sir Anthony Hopkins) built a ranch in the remote foothills of the Montana Rockies where he brought up his three sons away from the carnage of the Indian wars. Alfred (Aidan Quinn) the eldest is dutiful and reserved Samuel (Henry Thomas) the beloved youngest is compassionate and idealistic while the middle brother Tristan (Brad Pitt) has a wild untameable spirit. Into this masculine world enters Susannah Finncannon (Julia Ormond) a beautiful intelligent woman who stirs a passion and rivalry in all three brothers that will change the course of their lives and shape their destinies forever. From the rugged prairie lands of 19th Century America to the trenches of World War I and the changing world beyond 'Legends of the Fall' is a sweeping star-studded epic - a passionate journey into the darkest secrets of love betrayal and the unbreakable bonds of blood. Steel Magnolias: A beautiful bittersweet comedy set in deep south Louisiana 'Steel Magnolias' unites talents of America's finest actresses as six very special friends bonded together by mutual triumphs and tragedies. Despite their differences beautiful Shelby (Julia Roberts) her strong-willed mother M'Lynn (Sally Field) beauty parlour owner Truvy (Dolly Parton) elegant wealthy widow Clairee (Olympia Dukakis) sharp tongued Ouiser (Shirley MacLaine) and mousey newcomer Anelle (Daryl Hannah) enjoy a friendship that spans the boundaries of age and status. Sharing each other's strength and loyalty they face their greatest fears and highest hopes with dry wit and a self-deprecating style... Circle Of Friends: Circle Of Friends is a story of first love first kisses and first betrayals. Three girlhood friends are re-united in college ready to experience life to the fullest. Eve an orphan quiet and observant; Nan socially and sexually precocious; and Benny (Minnie Driver) a modest self-conscious dreamer. It doesn't take long for them all in their exciting new world to meet men and fall in love. But Benny unsure of herself and scared of rejection follows her heart out on a limb for the brightest best-looking boy on the campus (Chris O'Donnell). Will her shyly adventurous spirit be rewarded? One thing is sure. Whatever happens in affairs of the heart Benny will always rely on the people she loves and the people who love her in her Circle Of Friends.
In the first Prime Suspect, Helen Mirren's ballsy woman Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennyson battled the boys club and their sexist barbs to prove herself in a chauvinist department. In Prime Suspect 2, she's assigned to head a racially charged murder investigation in a largely African/Caribbean neighbourhood. It's politics as usual in the image-conscious organization, so the superintendent adds to the team black Detective Robert Oswalde (Colin Salma), a sharp but hot-headed investigator who has just broken off an affair with Tennyson. Now Tennyson grapples with her own conflicted feelings while fighting political and public-relations battles both in the media and within the police system itself in the midst of investigating the labyrinthine case. Between the scant clues left to sift, a prime suspect on the verge of death himself and divisions in her own team that result in a devastating death, Tennyson soon begins to suspect she's been hung out to dry by the department. Screenwriter Allan Cubitt dives into the murky waters of volatile racial and social relations to create an even more complex and compelling mystery in Tennyson's second appearance and Mirren rises to the challenge to explore the contradictions of an uncompromising cop in a compromising position. --Sean Axmaker
The final instalment in the trilogy of classic children's TV series from the 80's inspired by the original John Wyndham novel. Into the life of Matthew Gore has come an invisible being from another world who has much to teach him. Matthew has a friend Albertine and they are both eager to learn from their alien friend. However Chocky's powerful knowledge has aroused a great deal of interest from other quarters including the military and if they don't get what they want they are wil
A year has passed since Matthew said goodbye to his alien friend Chocky. With the arrival of the summer holidays Matthew goes to visit his aunt in the countryside. While exploring he meets Albertine a young mathematical prodigy. They soon become friends and discover they can communicate telepathically. One day Chocky returns to warn Matthew that they are both in danger. Matthew realises where the danger must lay - a scientist who wants to test Albertine's exceptional abilities. W
Kalifornia: When urban intellectuals Brian (Duchovny) and Carrie (Forbes) set out a cross-country trip to research a book about serial killers they share the ride with a couple they barely know - Early Grayce (Pitt) and his girlfriend Adele (Lewis). Locked in a car hurtling westword the four travelers struggle to find some common ground. But when they finally do connect Early's violent nature abruptly emerges and the petrified Brian and Carrie realise they don't need to go very far to learn about ruthless killers... because they're already face to face with one! Misery: When author Paul Sheldon suffers a car accident in a blizzard he thanks his lucky stars that nurse Annie Wilkes was on hand. That is until he discovers that she's his number one fan and has no intention of ever letting him go... Shallow Grave: Juliet David and Alex find that their new reclusive roommate has not left the bedroom for days. After kicking in the door they discover this drug overdosed corpse; and a suitcase full of cash! Fatefully choosing to keep the money they know they have to get rid of the body. But the remains won't stay buried and a careless trail from the shallow grave leads the police and two money-hungry thugs back to the trio. As the stakes get higher so does the body count not to mention their paranoia which is quickly putting their friendship in deadly jeopardy!
When beautiful young Carol is taken over by the spirit of Ayesha queen of the lost city of Kuma an eccentric millionaire gives her refuge unaware that she brings the dark shadow of death to everything she touches...
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