An exploration into the numerous theories regarding the subtexts within Stanley Kubrick's phenomenal horror THE SHINING. The original film may be over 30 years old, but it continues to inspire debate, speculation and mystery.
A visually spectacular, ground-breaking TV event, presented by Dermot O'Leary broadcast live from the International Space Station and Mission Control in Houston. With unique access to the International Space Station, Live From Space follows the day-to-day life of three astronauts, Rick Mastracchio, Koichi Wakata, and Mike Hopkins, who have been living and working, whilst orbiting 250 miles above the earth. Here for the first time, filmed by themselves and in their own words, is the incredibl.
Frances (Chloë Grace Moretz), a sweet, naïve young woman trying to make it on her own in New York City, doesn't think twice about returning the handbag she fi nds on the subway to its rightful owner. That owner is Greta (Isabelle Huppert), an eccentric French piano teacher with a love for classical music and an aching loneliness. Having recently lost her mother, Frances quickly grows closer to widowed Greta. The two become fast friends but Greta's maternal charms begin to dissolve and grow increasingly disturbing as Frances discovers that nothing in Greta's life is what it seems in this suspense thriller directed by Academy Award® winner Neil Jordan.
Burke And Hare is a comedic take on the true story of the Edinburgh body-snatchers William Burke (Simon Pegg) and William Hare (Andy Serkis). These two Irish entrepreneurs spurred on by a chance meeting with a gorgeous actress (Isla Fisher) discover that a dead body can fetch a hefty price when the demands of the leading medical professors Dr. Knox (Tom Wilkinson) and Dr. Monroe (Tim Curry) reach beyond that of the local supply.
Starring Morven Christie and written by the award-winning Daragh Carville, The Bay is a beautifully crafted crime drama rooted in the families and communities of a distinctive coastal town. In the debut season, Family Liaison Officer Lisa Armstrong (Christie) is assigned to a missing persons investigation that, at first, seems like any other tragic, but all too familiar. But there's something very different about this particular case. With horror, Lisa realises she has a personal connection with this frightened family one that could compromise her and the investigation. Season two begins with Lisa at a low ebb, forced to do menial police work. However, when a new case involving a shocking murder within a loving family emerges, Lisa is called upon once again. Facing huge challenges at work and at home, Lisa must get under the skin of this new family and prove her worth to her colleagues, to her family and to herself.
From award-winning writer Daragh Carville, beautifully crafted crime drama hit The Bay returns. Series two begins with Lisa Armstrong at a low ebb, forced to do menial police work while she watches Med go from strength to strength. But a new case involving a shocking murder within a loving family brings Lisa unexpectedly back to the front line. Can she get under the skin of this new family and prove her worth - to her colleagues, to her family and to herself?
In this new adaptation of the colossal classic, Ben Hur the mini-series delivers more action, passion and revenge than ever before. The timeless story follows two friends who become bitter enemies and the historic events of the time as told through the eyes of Judah Ben-Hur. Born a wealthy Jewish merchant's son, he is destined to live many lives: a powerful businessman, a dutiful slave, a fierce gladiator, a Roman nobleman, and finally... a conquering hero. This extraordinary adventure-filled saga is the historic epic for a new generation.
In this major new science series from Channel 4 Richard Dawkins James Dyson Stephen Hawking David Attenborough and Robert Winston celebrate the great thinkers and moments in British science from Newton to the present day. Britain's great inventors and scientists have led the world and been at the forefront of some of history's greatest advances. From the steam engine to the world wide web from the theory of evolution to the discovery of the atom British science and ingenuity have helped shape the modern world. The Genius of Britain tells the stories of the people behind these pivotal moments of the men and women who overcame all obstacles in search of scientific advancement. Their tales range from accounts of pure genius when the apple fell and the secrets of the universe were unlocked to dark tales of obsession deception and even bodysnatching. Tackling the areas closest to their hearts and using hands-on demonstrations the five co-presenters tell the human stories behind the scientific and engineering discoveries that we so often take for granted.
Just as they decide to separate, Linda (Anne Hathaway) and Paxton (Chiwetel Ejiofor) find life has other plans when they are stuck at home in a mandatory lockdown. Co-habitation is proving to be a challenge, but fuelled by poetry and copious amounts of wine, it will bring them closer together in the most surprising way. Special Features: Locked Down: An Impossible Journey-To make a movie during a global pandemic, everyone must play apart. Join director Doug Liman and the cast and crew for a behind the scenes look at the making of Locked Down.
A career driven female investment executive is seduced by a young man who uses her to steal from his wealthy father. He then sets her up to take the fall for his several murders but she eventually tries to turn the tables on him...
Stephen Hawking's The Theory of Everything is ground breaking and exciting series in which Professor Stephen Hawking examines just how far our understanding of the universe has developed in our own lifetimes. Taking on board the astonishing scientific advances of the past 20 years Hawking is able to introduce fresh ideas which even he dared not imagine two decades ago. In his own words: 'Twenty years on my need to find answers to the fundamental questions about our existence is undiminished.' Hawking drives this landmark series with his continued fascination with the big questions. How did the Universe begin? How will it end? What was there before it? Hawking is our guide and mentor on a journey through the Universe in which the world's most exciting and eminent scientists join him in explaining mysteries of physics in a unique and accessible way. From the macro to the micro Hawking explores supernovae black holes dark matter and the sub-atomic world to bring the biggest questions of all to the small screen with extraordinary aplomb and clarity.
In Stephen Hawking's Universe the world's most famous living scientist explores the greatest mysteries of the cosmos. In three landmark instalments he reveals the wonders of the universe as never seen before. Definitive provocative surprising and beautiful Stephen Hawking's Universe is a fascinating look through the mind's eye of one of the finest brains on the planet.
A visually spectacular, ground-breaking TV event, presented by Dermot O'Leary broadcast live from the International Space Station and Mission Control in Houston. With unique access to the International Space Station, Live From Space follows the day-to-day life of three astronauts, Rick Mastracchio, Koichi Wakata, and Mike Hopkins, who have been living and working, whilst orbiting 250 miles above the earth. Here for the first time, filmed by themselves and in their own words, is the incredibl.
Bad Girls Series Five and more controversial drama than ever. Pregnant inmates, sexual favours for officers, a tragic cancer diagnosis and murder behind bars make up just some of the hard hitting storylines.This four disc set includes all sixteen episodes from the fifth series.
In Stephen Hawking's Universe the world's most famous living scientist explores the greatest mysteries of the cosmos. In three landmark installments he reveals the wonders of the universe as never seen before. Definitive provocative surprising and beautiful Stephen Hawking's Universe is a fascinating look through the mind's eye of one of the finest brains on the planet. This programme is the most expensive documentary made by Discovery and will be screened by C4 in October 2010.
The Grand Design, Professor Stephen Hawking draws on more than 40 years of his own research and a recent series of observations and theoretical breakthroughs to reveal an original and controversial theory. He argues that scientific obsession with formulating a single new model may be misplaced. Hawking holds the position that by synthesising existing theories, scientists may discover the key to understanding the universes deepest mysteries. EPISODES Did God Create The Universe? The Key to the Cosmos The Meaning of Life
In this madcap reworking of a classic Chinese folktale So (Stephen Chow) is the illiterate spoilt son of a wealthy family. He enters a Chinese military arts tournament but is disgraced when his lack of academic skills is revealed. Forced to walk the streets as a vagabond So eventually joins the famed Society of Beggars rising through the ranks to become their king. When the Emperor's life is endangered So and his ragged army come to the rescue....
Join the world's foremost physicist for a compelling examination of our Universe. In this remarkable series the world's most famous physicist attempts to unravel the truth behind humanity's most enduring questions: did God create the universe? What is the meaning of life? Why does the universe exist? Unfolding his personal compelling vision of the universe the eminent British cosmologist evaluates a variety of intricate ideas from 'Intelligent Design' to the impact the search for the Higgs boson particle at CERN could have on our understanding of the cosmos. Combining cutting-edge visuals with Hawking's witty and incisive world view these enlightening programmes explore how physics and cosmology are being used to tackle ideas that philosophers have struggled with for thousands of years. Episodes Comprise: The Key to the Cosmos The Meaning of Life Did God Create the Universe?
Witness the wonders of the universe through the eyes of the world's greatest mind. Definitive provocative and exquisitely beautiful this series offers a fascinating look at space from the perspective of one of the finest brains on the planet. See through Professor Stephen Hawking's eyes how the universe began ponder alien life in other galaxies and explore the real possibility of time travel. A combination of CGI live action digitally enhanced NASA footage and special effects brings Hawking's extraordinary vision of the universe to a new generation of stargazers. AliensStephen Hawking considers one of the most important mysteries facing humankind - the possibility of intelligent alien life. He leads us on a journey rendered in eye-popping detail from the moons of Jupiter to a galaxy maybe not so far far away. Time TravelStephen Hawking explores the world's favourite scientific question - what if we could travel through time? He explores all the possibilities warping the very fabric of time and space as he goes. The Story of EverythingStephen Hawking reveals the wonders of the cosmos to a new generation. Delve into the mind of the world's most famous living scientist to reveal the splendour and majesty of the universe as never seen before.
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