Anti-Clock, Jane Arden and Jack Bond's last collaborative work, mixes pioneering video techniques with pin-sharp colour footage in order to create a densely woven, dream-like narrative which explores issues of personal identity and social conformity. Based on Jane Arden's extraordinary writings on the limitations of rational thought, this groundbreaking films has remained unseen since its last public screening in 1983 and is presented here in a new transfer from the original 16mm negative, along with a selection of never-before-seen special features.
After twenty-five years in prison, Foley (Samuel L. Jackson) is done with the grifter's life. When he meets an elusive young woman named Iris (Ruth Negga), the possibility of a new start looks real. But his past is proving to be a stubborn companion.
Taken from a long-running DC Comics strip, Wonder Woman was made into a popular television series between 1978 and 1981, starring former Miss America Lynda Carter. Capturing the hearts of TV audiences with her sexy outfit as much as her superheroine abilities, Wonder Woman quickly became a kitsch icon, battling the forces of evil with the unforgettably camp "garb of justice", including bullet-proof bangles, a golden lasso and the belt of strength built into her corset. She had an invisible plane, too. Originally Princess Diana of Paradise Island (an uncharted land of Amazon women in the Bermuda Triangle), Wonder Woman is sent as an emissary to the outside world to protect the human race from the forces of evil. And so she becomes Diana Prince, the geeky, bespectacled assistant to Steve Trevor of the Inter Agency Defense Command in Washington, whose father she assisted against the Nazis in the 1940s. In the 70-minute pilot, "The Return of Wonder Woman", our gal is sent in to prevent the nefarious Dr Solano from capturing a nuclear generating plant the Americans are flying into Latin America as a new source of energy. In "Anschluss 77", Steve and Diana are sent to investigate a former Gestapo agent now living in Latin America and have to battle a Nazi force that includes a cloned Adolf Hitler. Finally, in "The Man Who Could Move the World", Wonder Woman's adversary is a Japanese ex-intern from World War II who has developed telekinetic powers. Carter plays the role commendably straight, but just one listen to the theme tune ("in your satin tights, fighting for our rights") makes it clear this isn't meant to be taken seriously. Who else could save us from evil so stylishly? On the DVD: Wonder Woman, Volume 1 includes a gallery of memorabilia, a pretty extensive biography of Lynda Carter and the rest of the cast, and finally a short photo gallery for all you die-hard Wonder Woman fetishists. --Laura Bushell
There are three unforgettable characters in John Sayles's contemporary adventure-drama set in Alaska. They are never seen but live only in a frontier diary found by teenager Noelle De Angelo (Vanessa Martinez). The life of the diary's narrator is much like everything in this movie: hanging in limbo. The first half of the film focuses on why men and woman turn to Alaska, a land still ripe with opportunity. A small town is at a crossroads, with its pulp mill and canning factory closed and new investors seeing different directions in which to take the area (one even boasts the state is the ultimate theme park). A local (Sayles regular David Strathairn) is just escaping his past, taking up commercial fishing again. He attracts a travelling nightclub singer (Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio in her best role in years) who struggles daily with her daughter Noelle. Like any good theme park, Limbo presents the threesome with an unexpected adventure. In the wilderness, the three relative strangers learn more about themselves than was ever possible in town. Sayles's usual craftsmanship creates a singular blend of drama and suspense with an ending designed to ruffle feathers. Not as accessible as his breakthrough hit Lone Star, Limbo is nevertheless a hearty film from one of America's best storytellers. --Doug Thomas
Danger is in the details. On the eve of her wedding to Barnaby (James D'Arcy) Carmen (Natalia Verbeke) recklessly kisses an attractive stranger Kit (Gael Garcia Bernal). Having recently fled a violent and volatile relationship in Spain Carmen has found comfort and safety with her fianc Barnaby who clearly dotes on her. Carmen hopes marriage will give her the security and stability she craves but her passions are aroused by one kiss from Kit and she is torn between her emotions and her loyalty to the man she is to marry...
Tom Hanks stars in this big budget adaptation of the festive children's book
This loud and fast 1988 effort by director Tony Scott (Beverly Hills Cop 2, Top Gun) is much more style than substance but it does effectively depict the edgy and dangerous world of stock car racing. Tom Cruise plays yet another cocky loner trying to find success and happiness, this time as stock car racer Cole Trickle, a driver with raw talent but no discipline who is desperate for guidance and sponsorship. They both materialize in the visage of world-weary Robert Duvall, who despite his better instincts sees a second chance at victory in the young driver. Featuring supporting roles by Nicole Kidman, as Cruise's physician and love interest, and Randy Quaid, as a bombastic sponsor, and with a screenplay by Robert Towne (Chinatown), Days of Thunder is a slickly packaged entertainment best suited for die-hard Tom Cruise fans and those who want an intense visual experience. --Robert Lane
Hawaii's foremost moustache-wearing private investigator returns for another season of Magnum P.I. Episodes Comprise: 1. Echoes Of The Mind: Part 1 2. Echoes Of The Mind: Part 2 3. Mac's Back 4. The Legacy Of Garwood Huddle 5. Under World 6. Fragments 7. Blind Justice 8. Murder 101 9. Tran Quoc Jones 10. Luther Gillis: File #001 11. Kiss The Sabre 12. Little Games 13. Professor Jonathan Higgins 14. Compulsion 15. All For One: Part 1 16. All For One: Part 2 17. The Love For Sale Boat 18. Let Me Hear The Music 19. Ms. Jones 20. The Man From Marseilles 21. Torah Torah Torah 22. A Pretty Good Dancing Chicken
A comet slams into Earth and unleashes a cloud of cosmic dust that gives rise to powerful zombies with an appetite for human flesh. A small group of survivors hide out in an abandoned facility attempting to avoid the army of the walking dead.
TV's most charismatic detective is back and ready for action in Magnum P.I: The Complete Sixth Season. Tom Selleck is back in his Emmy Award-winning role as he protects the sunny Hawaiian islands from vicious jewel thieves ruthless kidnappers and prison break-outs. All 20 thrilling episodes are Magnum-packed with action. Episodes Comprise: 1. Deja Vu 2. Old Acquaintance 3. The Kona Winds 4. The Hotel Dick 5. Round and Around 6. Going Home 7. Paniolo 8. The Treasure of Kalaniopu'u 9. Blood and Honor 10. Rapture 11. I Never Wanted to Go to France Anyway 12. Summer School 13. Mad Dogs and Englishmen 14. All Thieves on Deck 15. This Island Isn't Big Enough.... 16. Way of the Stalking Horse 17. Find Me a Rainbow 18. Who Is Don Luis Higgins...and Why Is He Doing These Terrible Things to Me? 19. A Little Bit of Luck...A Little Bit of Grief 20. Photo Play
""The Cost of Living"" was shot on location in Cromer on the Norfolk Coast in England: a typical old-fashioned and faded seaside resort. The summer season has petered to an end and an air of desertion hangs over the town. Eddie and David are disillusioned street performers. Eddie is tough confrontational and not afraid to defend his belief in justice and honesty. David is a dancer who has no legs; watching him makes you reconsider accepted notions of perfection. He is quietly determin
Aiden Gillen (The Wire) gives an electric performance in this blackly funny British drama mixing the tender treatment of dysfunction in Rain Man with the bleak urban redemption of The Fisher King. For reasons known only to himself architect Tom (Tom Fisher) has abandoned his young family and taken to the streets of south London where he forms a halting relationship with Gillen. As their bond deepens - thanks in part to a kitten named Treacle Jr - the story gravitates toward a conclusion that's as hard won as it is inescapable. Funny touching and gritty.
The Gold Rush saw the highly anticipated return of the Little Tramp to the silver screen as he seeks his fortune in the hidden gold mines of Klondike. This logical ambition quickly becomes surreal, however, when another prospector, just as famished as he, begins mistaking the Little Tramp for a giant chicken. In this world where shoelaces become spaghetti and bread rolls become ballet shoes, Chaplin, the alchemist, turns gold into visual poetry...
Jerry Maguire (Dir. Barry Levinson 1996): Jerry Maguire (Tom Cruise) is a man who knows the score. As a top agent at Sports Management International Jerry is unquestionably master of his universe - until that is he gets a sudden attack of morals and is unceremoniously fired! Hanging on by a thread Jerry is forced to start from scratch supported only be three very unlikely allies- single mother Dorothy Boyd (Renee Zellweger ) her cheeky young son Ray and Rod Tidwell (Cuba Gooding Jr.) a second rank player for the Arizona Cardinals - and Jerry's sole remaining client. Rain Man (Dir. Cameron Crowe 1988): Dustin Hoffman joins Tom Cruise to bring a funny and moving tale of brotherly love to the screen. Heartless Charlie Babbitt expects a vast inheritance after his estranged father dies. But Raymond his institutionalised older brother someone he's been totally unaware of is willed the entire fortune instead. Raymond is an 'autistic Savant' with severely limited mental abilities in some areas but with genius gifts in others. When Charlie kidnaps Raymond the crazy cross-country drive back to Los Angeles teaches them both a few lessons in life. For as they overcome their mutual distrust of each other a deep bond is forged as they painfully share past memories present problems and a possible shining future together. A Few Good Men (Dir. Rob Reiner 1992): One man is dead. Two men are accused of his murder. The entire Marines Corps is on trial. And 'A Few Good Men' are about to ignite the most explosive episode in US military history. Universally acclaimed A Few Good Men unites the big screen's biggest stars as Hollywood heavyweights Jack Nicholson Tom Cruise and Demi Moore lead an all star cast in director Rob Reiner's powerful account of corruption cover-up and a relentless quest for justice within the sacred corridors of the US Navy. With powerful performances from Kevin Bacon and Kiefer Sutherland A Few Good Men makes its mark as one of the best courtroom dramas of the '90s..
A college student suffers from life-threatening nightmares. A dream specialist is called in to help him before it's too late.
Brand new Tractor Tom featuring five exciting episodes!
Set around a small fraternity of blue collar Irish forestry workers Small Engine Repair is the story of a group of men going nowhere. Doug (Iain Glen) thinks he's a country singer but he's too old and lacks any motivation or self belief. He carries around a demo he won't let anyone hear while daydreaming of being heard on the local radio station or playing his mate's bar. His best friend is a worn out mechanic (Steven Mackintosh) a hapless loser desperate to persuade his son (Laurence Kinlan) not to leave the family business the small engine repair shop of the title. With their personal ties disintegrating all around them Doug suddenly finds himself staring one last chance in the eye and the chance to prove local doubters he has some worth.
Collection of eight fan favourite episodes of the 1950s-based comedy series that became a worldwide success in the 1970s. Set in Milwaukee, it follows the fortunes of the Cunninghams, a middle-class family led by Howard and Marion (Tom Bosley and Marion Ross), with their sons Richie and Chuck (Ron Howard and Gavan O'Herlihy), and daughter Joanie (Erin Moran). While hanging out at Arnold's Drive-in, high school student Richie strikes up a friendship with local biker, 'The Fonz' (Henry Winkler), who, after moving into the vacant apartment above the Cunninghams' house, becomes Richie's guide to everything that is 'cool' in the world, dispatching advice on girls, clothes and style. The Fonz (along with his catchphrases - 'Sit on it' and 'Heeeyy'), became a hugely popular icon of the time. The episodes are: 'All the Way', 'Fonzie Drops In', 'Haunted', 'Guess Who's Coming to Christmas', 'Richie's Flip Side', 'Fonzie Moves In', 'The Motorcycle' and 'They Call It Potsie Love'.
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