Episodes from the popular Kids Saturday morning television shown on BBC1.
Thunderbird 6 was the second feature spin-off from the hit Gerry Anderson puppet-animation TV series Thunderbirds, and revolved around a new addition to the line-up of International Rescue's five emergency craft. The plot sees Lady Penelope, Alan, Tin-Tin and Parker as the only passengers on the maiden, round-the-world flight of a futuristic airship, which is hijacked in a bid to capture Thunderbirds 1 and 2. From the moment Alan arrives on a Bond-style jetpack, the film veers away from the TV show into espionage adventure territory, and while the only people International Rescue rescue are their own members, they kill a fair number of baddies. The global tour means there are more locations than ever, and though the story takes a long time developing, the Die Hard-on-an-airship finale delivers the most explosive set piece of Gerry Anderson's career. As for Thunderbird 6, opinion remains divided as to whether it's an ingenious twist or a disappointing gimmick, but the movie's blend of model and live-action footage results in two superbly staged stunt sequences. Predecessor Thunderbirds Are Go (1968) is also available, and the Andersons would make one further feature film, Journey to the Far Side of the Sun (1969). On the DVD: The anamorphically enhanced 2.35:1 ratio image is sharp, full of detail and boasting well-saturated colours, only the briefest moments of damage and some graininess revealing the age of the print. The film was shot in ultra-wide Techniscope, and there are moments were it is very obvious that parts of the original 2.74:1 picture have been cropped at the sides. The mono sound is powerful with no hint of distortion. Extras are the original trailer, galleries of behind the scenes photos and promotional artwork, though the highlight is the highly informative commentary by Sylvia Anderson and director David Lane where they note how they made this film and worked on Captain Scarlet simultaneously.--Gary S Dalkin
The story of Mel Gibson's stately anti-hero begins in Mad Max, George Miller's low-budget debut, in which Max is a "Bronze" (cop) in an unspecified post-apocalyptic future with a buddy-partner and family. But, unlike most films set in the devastated future, Mad Max is notable because it is poised between our industrialised world and total regression to medieval conditions. The scale tips towards disintegration when the Glory Riders burn into town on their bikes like an overcharged cadre of Brando's Wild Ones. Representing the active chaos that will eventually overwhelm the dying vestiges of civil society they take everything dear to Max, who then has to exact due revenge. His flight into the same wilds that created the villains artfully sets up the morally ambiguous character of the subsequent films.
David Suchet stars as Agatha Christie's enigmatic eccentric and extremely intelligent detective Hercule Poirot.From England to the Mediterranean accompanied by his elegant and trustworthy sidekicks Captain Hastings Chief Inspector Japp and Miss Lemon Poirot pits his wits against a collection of first class deceptions.Includes the following:The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb The Underdog Yellow Iris The Case of the Missing Will The Adventure of the Italian
Inspired by research on violence amongst chimpanzees, this chilling fantasy-horror from cult director Richard Franklin stars Elisabeth Shue in an early film role, alongside fellow Oscar nominee and sixties screen icon Terence Stamp as a single-minded anthropologist who sets in motion a terrifying chain of events. Jane, an American zoology student, takes a summer job at the lonely English cliff-top home of one of her lecturers who is exploring the link between man and ape. Soon after her arrival he suddenly vanishes, leaving her to care for his three chimps: Voodoo, a savage female; the affectionate, child-like Imp; and Link - a circus ape trained as the perfect servant and companion. Soon a disturbing role reversal takes place in the relationship between master and servant, and Jane becomes a prisoner in a simian house of horror. In her attempts to escape she's up against an adversary with several times her physical strength - and the instincts of a bloodthirsty killer... Extras: New: Audio Commentary by Film Historian Lee Gambin and Film Critic Jarret Gahan New: Interview with film programmer and horror expert Anna Bogutskaya Deleted workprint scenes Audio interview with director Richard Franklin Jerry Goldsmith demo of the LINK theme Original UK Theatrical teaser trailer
From the Academy Award®-winning° Coen brothers, The Big Lebowski is a hilariously quirky comedy about bowling, a severed toe, White Russians and a guy named The Dude. Jeff The Dude Lebowski doesn't want any drama in his life heck, he can't even be bothered with a job. But, he must embark on a quest with his bowling buddies after his rug is destroyed in a twisted case of mistaken identity. Starring Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore, Steve Buscemi, Philip Seymour Hoffman and John Turturro, experience the cultural phenomenon of The Dude in the #1 cult film of all time! (The Boston Globe)
Jackie Collins' sweeping story of passion power greed and betrayal spans over 40 years from the tough streets of depression bit New York to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood and Las Vegas.
A magical animated world based on the story by Rae Lambert which follows the antics of Abigail the Woodmouse Edgar the Mole and Russell the Hedgehog.
A young man who arrives at a remote island finds himself trapped in a battle for his life.
David Suchet stars as Agatha Christie's enigmatic eccentric and extremely intelligent detective Hercule Poirot.From England to the Mediterranean accompanied by his elegant and trustworthy sidekicks Captain Hastings Chief Inspector Japp and Miss Lemon Poirot pits his wits against a collection of first class deceptions.Includes the following:The Murder of Roger Ackroyd Lord Edgware Dies Murder in Mesopotamia Evil Under the Sun Five Little Pigs Sad Cypress
Based on the true-life story of one of Australia's most notorious criminals
Once More With Feeling", a much needed shaft of lightness in Buffy the Vampire Slayer's dark sixth series, demonstrates that a "special" episode can be genuinely special. It preserves the show's continuity for its regular watchers and also delights people who have never experienced it before. This is creator Joss Whedon's tribute to all the masters of the stage musical whom he admires--most obviously Stephen Sondheim--and a chance for his talented cast to display their usual tight ensemble and sing and dance while doing it. The premise is typical Buffy both in its whimsy and its emotional truth--a demon forces the inhabitants of Sunnydale to express their emotions truthfully and uncovers a variety of embarrassing secrets. The actual musical ability of the Buffy cast is variable--Amber Benson as Tara and Anthony Stewart Head as Giles are perhaps the only ones with enough musical talent to carry purely lyrical tunes, but Sarah Michelle Gellar as Buffy is a game little trooper who delivers her various patter songs with her usual efficiency and charm. Emma Caulfield as the ex-demon Anya is the big surprise, her short paranoid riff on the subject of that ultimate evil, bunny rabbits is quite extraordinary; Broadway hoofer Hinton Battle is fabulous as Sweet: "I can bring whole cities to ruin and find time to get some soft shoe in." --Roz Kaveney
David Mitchell and Robert Webb's riotous comedy show The Mitchell And Webb Situation gushes forth an hilarious stream of surreal and quirkily inventive sketches self-penned by the talented duo. Originally made for the BBC's short-lived UK Play channel its cult success catapulted the stars into their acting roles in Channel 4's hugely successful and Bafta-nominated Peep Show.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was nicknamed "Disney's Folly" by contemporary observers; they doubted that the short cartoons shown before the main film could ever successfully make the transition from filler to feature presentation. Surely, no one would sit still for over an hour to watch an animated film, their eyes smarting from the bright colours on screen? Fortunately, Walt Disney and his army of artists persisted and the world's first full-length animated feature was finally released in 1937 to widespread acclaim.Adapted from the Grimm fairytale, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is chillingly dark in places, reflecting its roots in European folklore, but the deft Disney touch ensures that the overall tone remains light and the story develops apace, swept along on the perfect musical score. Any lingering gloom is quickly dispelled by the superbly characterised dwarfs and by the humorous antics of the various irresistible fauna that threaten to steal the show in several scenes. The pioneering animation is breathtaking and songs such as "Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho" and "Whistle While You Work", now firmly embedded in popular culture, are seamlessly interwoven with the action.Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs happens to be an interesting technological milestone in cinema history--it is also an enduring masterpiece of family entertainment. To the millions who have fallen under its spell over the years, this magical fairy tale remains one of Disney's most enchanting and best-loved films. Only Grumpy could resist. --Helen Baker
A new Stargate team embarks on an incredible journey to the lost city of Atlantis. The team must battle to defeat a gruesome powerful new enemy known as the Wraiths quickly forge new alliances... and simply survive. Their success will dictate whether they live long enough to gather the resources needed to return home from the intergalactic adventure of a lifetime.... Episodes Comprise: 1. The Siege: Part III 2. The Intruder 3. Runner 4. Duet 5. Condemned 6. Trinity 7. Instinct 8. Conversion 9. Aurora 10. The Lost Boys 11. The Hive 12. Epiphany 13. Critical Mass 14. Grace Under Pressure 15. The Tower 16. The Long Goodbye 17. Coup D'etat 18. Michael 19. Inferno 20. Allies
This spectacular DVD shows David's performance at Bournemouth's BIC at the end of his 'Secret' Tour in 2009. He performs a string of hits including the two chart-topping singles Gonna Make You A Star and Hold Me Close. Since the 1970s singer and actor David Essex has attained 19 Top 40 singles in the UK and 16 Top 40 albums. Lineup: MD/Keyboards - Ian Wherry Lead Guitar - Dave Needham Bass Guitar - Gerry Moffett Drums - Dave Wallace Percussion - Fergus Gerrand Track Listing: City Lights On and On Dangerous Picture This Sky Stardust Imperial Wizard If I Could Lamplight Heart Beats Like A Drum Out of the Blue Pretty Thing Gonna Make You A Star Hold Me Close Silver Dream Machine Rock On Here We All Are Together It's Gonna Be Alright
Things are about to get wild... Your favourite Madagascar pals are back in an all-new adventure! Alex' favourite holiday Valentine's Day brings hilarious surprises and excitement for the entire gang. Melman plans a big surprise for Gloria Marty tries to impress a new friend and everyone wants to get their hands on King Julien's love potion. You'll fall in love with Madly Madagascar!
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