In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a 60 year old taxi driver, stole Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London. It was the first (and remains the only) theft in the Gallery's history. Kempton sent ransom notes saying that he would return the painting on condition that the government invested more in care for the elderly - he had long campaigned for pensioners to receive free television. What happened next became the stuff of legend. Only 50 years later did the full story emerge - Kempton had spun a web of lies. The only truth was that he was a good man, determined to change the world and save his marriage - how and why he used the Duke to achieve that is a wonderfully uplifting tale.
Christopher Nolan writes and directs this war drama that tells the story of the Dunkirk evacuation during the Second World War. In May 1940, in the early days of the Second World War, hundreds of thousands of Allied soldiers are trapped on the beaches of Dunkirk after being pushed back by the German army during the Battle of France, prompting a massive rescue operation to evacuate them. As the evacuation, code-named Operation Dynamo, gets underway, the soldiers of the British Expeditionary Force holds a shrinking position as the Nazi's advance upon them. Meanwhile, civilian sailors back home are called upon to use whatever vessels they have to aid the rescue effort across the Channel and the Royal Air Force tries to defend the vulnerable troops on the ground from the skies. The ensemble cast includes Fionn Whitehead, Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy, Mark Rylance, Kenneth Branagh and Harry Styles.
DUNKIRK: Dunkirk opens as hundreds of thousands of British and Allied troops are surrounded by enemy forces. Trapped on the beach with their backs to the sea, they face an impossible situation as the enemy closes in. BATMAN BEGINS: After travelling the world seeking the means to fight injustice, Bruce Wayne returns to Gotham City and unleashes his alter ego, Batman, who uses strength, intellect and high-tech weaponry to fight evil. THE DARK KNIGHT: Batman continues his war on crime with the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and Harvey Dent as rising criminal mastermind The Joker unleashes anarchy, forcing Batman closer to crossing the line between hero and vigilante. THE DARK KNIGHT RISES: Eight years after Batman vanished into the night as a fugitive, things change with the arrival of a cunning cat burglar and the emergence of Bane, a ruthless terrorist who drives Bruce wayne out of exile. INCEPTION: Fugitive Dom Cobb is the best there is at extraction: stealing secrets from a dreamer's mind. Now he has a chance at inception - planting an idea into the subconscious - and success may mean his ticket home. INTERSTELLAR: A team of explorers travel beyond this galaxy through a newly discovered wormhole to learn whether mankind has a future among the stars. THE PRESTIGE: Two young, passionate magicians are partners until one fateful night, when a trick goes horribly wrong. Now the bitterist of enemies, they will stop at nothing, including sabotage, to learn each other's secrets. SPECIAL FEATURES: Includes Special Features on 7 Blu-Ray Bonus Discs Technical Details: 4K: DUNKIRK; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 1.78/2.20 Hybrid 4K: BATMAN BEGINS; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.4:1 4K: THE DARK KNIGHT; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.4:1 4K: THE DARK KNIGHT RISES; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.4:1 4K: INCEPTION; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.40:1 4K: INTERSTELLAR; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.40:1 4K: THE PRESTIGE; 2160p Ultra High Definition 16x9 2.35:1 Blu-ray: DUNKIRK; 1080p High Definition 16x9 1.78/2.20 Hybrid Blu-ray: BATMAN BEGINS; 1080p High Definition 16x9 2.40:1 Blu-ray: THE DARK KNIGHT; 1080p High Definition 16x9 Variable 2.4:1 and 1.78:1 (IMAX Sequences) Blu-ray: THE DARK KNIGHT RISES; 1080p High Definition 16x9 Variable 2.4:1 and 1.78:1 (IMAX Sequences) Blu-ray: INCEPTION; 1080p High Definition 16x9 2.4:1 Blu-ray: INTERSTELLAR; 1080p High Definition 16x9 2.4:1 Blu-ray: THE PRESTIGE; 1080p High Definition 16x9 2.4:1 Special Features: Special Features are not in 4K or HDR and may not be in High Definition. Extras: DUNKIRK: Join director Christopher Nolan and his production team on their epic journey to recreate the miracle of Dunkirk. Equipped with large-format cameras, innovative effects, historic naval and air fleets and sccores of actors, the filmmakers surmounted staggering challenges in order to create an accurate authentic and heart-pounding cinematic experience. BATMAN BEGINS: The Dark Knight IMAX Prologue, Tankman Begins: A Batman Begins Spoof, Batman - The Journey Begins: Concept, design and development of the film as well as the casting of Batman himself, Shaping Mind and Body: Observe Christian Bale's transformation into Batman, Gotham City Rises: Witness the creation of Gotham City, the Batcave, Wayne Manor and more, Cape and Cowl: The development of the Batsuit, Batman - The Tumbler: The reinvention of the Batmobile, Path to Discovery: A look at the first week filming on rugged and remote Icelandic locations, Saving Gotham City: The development of miniatures, CGI and effects for the monorail chase scene, Genesis of the Bat: A look at the Dark Knight's incarnation and influencers of the film, Reflections of Writing Batman Begins with David S. Goyer, Digital Batman: the effects you may have missed, The Batman Begins Stunts, Confidential Files: Discover facts and story points not in the film, Stills Gallery and Theatrical Trailer. THE DARK KNIGHT: Blu Ray Movie with focus points - Gotham Uncovered: Creation of a scene: Director Christopher Nolan and Creative Colaborators Unmask the Incredible Detail and Planning Behind the Film, Including Stunt Staging, Filming in IMAX, the Batsuit and Bat-pod...and More!, Special Features; Batman Tech - The Incredible Gadgets and Tools, Batman Unmasked: The Psychology of the Dark Knight - Delve into the Psyche of of Bruce Wayne and the World of Batman Through Real-World Psychology, Gotham Tonight - 6 episodes of Gotham Cable's Premier News Programme, The Galleries - The Joker Cards, Concept Art, Poster Art, Production Stills, Trailers & TV Spots. THE DARK KNIGHT RISES: Over three hours of bonus features including; The Batmobile - Witness all five Batmobiles together for the first time in history. Dive deep into every aspect of the most awe-inspiring weapon in Batman's arsenal as you journey through the birth and evolution of this technological marvel and cultural icon, Ending the Knight - A comprehensive look into how director Christopher Nolan and his production team made The Dark Knight Rises the epic conclusion to the Dark Knight legend, and much more! INCEPTION: The Inception of Inception - Christopher Nolan Shapes His Unusual Concepts for the Movie, The Japanese Castle: The Dream is Collapsing - Creating and Destroying the Castle Sets, Constructing Paradoxical Architecture - Designing the Staircase to Nowhere, The Frieght Train - Constructing the Street-Faring Express Train, And More! INTERSTELLAR: Plotting an Interstellar Journey - Origins, influences and narrative designs, Shooting in Iceland: Miller's Planet/Mann's Planet - Creating two vastly different worlds in one country, Celestial Landmarks - How practical special effects five the illusion of real space travel, Minatures in Space - Explore the large-scale models used in the film, And More! THE PRESTIGE: Director's Notebook: The Prestige - The Cinematic Sleight of Hand of Cristopher Nolan: 5 Making-of Featurettes, The Art of The Prestige: Production Photos, Costumes/Sets, Behind-the-Scenes Photos and Poster Art Galleries.
Dunkirk opens as hundreds of thousands of British and Allied troops are surrounded by enemy forces. Trapped on the beach with their backs to the sea, they face an impossible situation as the enemy closes in.
Still Open All Hours returns for a fourth series and sees David Jason reprising his role as shopkeeper Granville, who has inherited the small corner shop from his beloved but miserly Uncle Arkwright. Now running the business with his cheerful and good-looking son, Leroy the result of a brief romantic encounter a couple of decades ago Granville continues to serve the local community in his own inimitable fashion! With a keen eye on making a profit, Granville comes up with all kinds of hair-brained schemes to encourage his customers to part with their money, but things rarely turn out as he expects.
Just when you think it can't get any worse... it does! Series One The week before a wedding can be stressful at the best of times, but as hapless publisher Howard Steel (Ben Miller) prepares to marry the lovely Mel (Sarah Alexander), it becomes a nightmare of gargantuan proportions. Everything that can go wrong... does. Howard s earnest attempts to do the right thing only seem to make matters worse and his situation isn t helped by his dad s new girlfriend, a besotted old flame and a family funeral. Will Howard and Mel ever make it up the aisle? Extras: Interviews with cast & writers, Out-Takes Series Two Having finally made it down the aisle after the worst week of his life, it seems as if everything is finally going well for Howard. He and Mel are about to move into a new home together, and are expecting their first child; two life-defining events, and for once everything is perfect. If only life was this simple! Extras: Interviews with cast & writers, Out-Takes The Worst Christmas Of My Life Howard and Mel are looking forward to their first Christmas as a family with their new baby daughter, Emily. However, with suicidal secretaries, maniacal relatives, homicidal boyfriends and belligerent Santas, circumstances conspire to make this a Christmas to remember... for all the wrong reasons.
The story of the SAS patrol; call sign Bravo Two Zero whose mission it was to take out the Scud missiles behind enemy lines during the Gulf War. With their position compromised they fight for survival.... Based on true events.
Based on the much-loved novel by Ian McEwan (Atonement) and brought to the big screen by director Richard Eyre (Notes on a Scandal, Iris), The Children Act is a compelling and powerful drama telling the story of Fiona Maye (Emma Thompson), an eminent high court judge presiding over ethically complex cases. As the demands of her job cause her marriage to Jack (Stanley Tucci) to reach tipping point, Fiona is asked to rule on the case of Adam (Fionn Whitehead), a brilliant young boy who is refusing a life-saving blood transfusion on religious grounds. With her private life in turmoil, Fiona finds herself drawn into the case, taking the unorthodox step of halting proceedings in order to visit Adam in hospital. As the two form a profound connection and powerful emotions come to light, Fiona's judgement is put to the test with momentous consequences as she must ultimately decide whether Adam lives or dies.
Dunkirk opens as hundreds of thousands of British and Allied troops are surrounded by enemy forces. Trapped on the beach with their backs to the sea, they face an impossible situation as the enemy closes in.
Dunkirk opens as hundreds of thousands of British and Allied troops are surrounded by enemy forces. Trapped on the beach with their backs to the sea, they face an impossible situation as the enemy closes in.
Steve Pemberton & Reece Shearsmith present a fifth anthology of films. From night-time to half-time, from the magic of Christmas, to the mysteries of Magic, into the minds of monsters. Starring alongside Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith is a wealth of talent including: Stephanie Cole (Doc Martin), Jenna Coleman (Victoria), Kadiff Kirwan (Mary Queen of Scots), David Morrissey (The Other Boleyn Girl), Ralf Little (The Royle Family), Fionn Whitehead (Dunkirk), Maxine Peake (Funny Cow), Phil Davis (Poldark) and many more. INCLUDES ALL OF SERIES FIVE, PLUS THE HALLOWE'EN SPECIAL INSIDE NO.9 LIVE: DEAD LINE.
The Adventures Of Huck Finn is an action-packed adaptation of Mark Twain's classic adventure. The unforgettable story of two unlikely friends a mischievous boy and a runaway slave on a wild trip down the mighty Mississippi River. On their treacherous journey to freedom they come across an entertaining assortment of diverse characters and face one incredible adventure after another. You won't want to miss this sensational telling of Twain's classic tale - a fun-filled mix of thrills and adventure!
John Wayne teams with William Holden and eminent western director John Ford for this frontier actioner. Written by John Lee Mahin and Martin Rackin this faithful representation of one of the most daring cavalry exploits in history is both a moving tribute to the men who fought and died in that bloody war and a powerful action-packed drama. Based on an actual Civil War incident The Horse Soldiers tells the rousing tale of a troop of Union Soldiers who force their way deep into Sou
Arkwright's, the nation's favourite corner shop, opens its doors again for series three of Roy Clarke's follow up to Open All Hours. The series begins with a Christmas special where Granville (David Jason) and Gastric (Tim Healy) find themselves playing marriage counsellors and Kath (Sally Lindsay) attempts to get everyone into the Christmas spirit. In other episodes Granville finds ever more ingenious ways to winkle out a small profit from customers like the ever-gullible Cyril (Kulvinder Ghir) and Granville's courtship of Mavis (Maggie Ollerenshaw) continues with more fish and chip dinners and trips out in Gastric's mini, but he's got to keep an eye out for Mrs. Featherstone (Stephanie Cole) who doesn't seem quite satisfied with Mr Newbold (Geoffrey Whitehead), her current candidate for the position of husband number four Meanwhile Granville's son, Leroy (James Baxter) still yearns for a delivery vehicle that won't spoil his success with dating; love-sick Gastric, full of heart but low on grey matter, is still trying to impress Mavis's formidable sister Madge (Brigit Forsyth); local gossip Mrs Hussein (Nina Wadia) continues her quest to catch Leroy's eye; and arch pessimist Eric (Johnny Vegas) is still looking for improvements in his own married life, which takes a turn for the worse when a mystery woman starts asking for him round the neighbourhood
Meg Ryan and Hugh Jackman star in this time travelling romantic comedy about a pennyless British Aristocrat transported through time from his native Nineteenth Century New York to the present day.
In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a 60 year old taxi driver, stole Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London. It was the first (and remains the only) theft in the Gallery's history. Kempton sent ransom notes saying that he would return the painting on condition that the government invested more in care for the elderly - he had long campaigned for pensioners to receive free television. What happened next became the stuff of legend. Only 50 years later did the full story emerge - Kempton had spun a web of lies. The only truth was that he was a good man, determined to change the world and save his marriage - how and why he used the Duke to achieve that is a wonderfully uplifting tale.
The incredible, untold story of the British artist Penny Slinger and the traumatic events that led to the creation of her masterpiece, the 1977 photo-romance, An Exorcism. Coming of age against a backdrop of post-war austerity and the subsequent explosion of colour that characterised the 1960s counterculture, Slinger embraced her generation's quest for personal freedom and sexual liberation, and channelled these desires into her ground-breaking collages, sculptures, and films (including collaborations with Jane Arden and Peter Whitehead). So powerful was her vision that fifty years later her work is still influencing contemporary artists. Extras High Definition presentation Original stereo soundtrack Audio commentary with director Richard Kovitch (2020) Conversations in the Desert: Q&A with Penny Slinger (2019, 50 mins): the artist in conversation with writer and critic Chris Campion, recorded in Joshua Tree, California Return to Lilford Hall (2020, 5 mins): short film by Kovitch, detailing Slinger's return to the inspiration for An Exorcism following a fifty-year absence Lizzi Bougatsos + Kim Gordon x Penny Slinger (2019, 32 mins): live improvised musical performance against a backdrop of Slinger's early experimental 16mm films, recorded at Blum & Poe, Los Angeles An Exorcism: The Final Cut (1977/2020, 21 mins): video presentation of Slinger's much sought-after collection, presented in sequential order for the first time Theatrical trailer Live from Miskatonic trailer: promo for Slinger's 2019 appearance at the Miskatonic Institute, Los Angeles Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing Limited edition exclusive booklet containing new writing on the film by Chris Campion, an interview with Penny Slinger by Richard Kovitch, analyses of Slinger's works by Alissa Clarke and Patricia Allmer, and film credits Limited edition of 3,000 copies
Classic sitcom The Fall and Rise of Reginal Perrin gets the remake treatment with actor Martin Clunes in the title role. Cold Feet actress Fay Ripley and Wendy Craig have also been cast in the show which will be screened later this year. Men Behaving Badly writer Simon Nye has collaborated with the original show's creator David Nobbs for the new series. The 1970s comedy which told the story of a businessman driven to the edge by his monotonous life starred Leonard Rossiter in the main role.
In this 12th-century version of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Henry II of England (Peter O'Toole) and his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine (Katharine Hepburn), meet on Christmas Eve to discuss the future of the throne. These two are having slight marital problems, as she is kept in captivity most of the year for raising a rebellion against him, and he flaunts his young mistress. Then there are the problems raised by their three treacherous and traitorous sons. James Goldman won an Oscar for the brilliant screenplay, based on his Broadway play. It is a tad wordy, as the action is kept to a minimum, but those words are sharp as daggers. The humour is wicked and black and delivered with very dry, dead-on precision. Sparks fly and the screen sizzles whenever Hepburn and O'Toole tango, which is often. Both were nominated for Academy Awards for their vigorous performances. (She won, he didn't.) There is also an infamous homoerotic exchange between Philip of France (Timothy Dalton) and Richard the Lionhearted (Anthony Hopkins). Both actors were making their feature film debuts. --Rochelle O'Gorman, Amazon.com
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