Documentary

  • World War II In Colour - Fuelling The FireWorld War II In Colour - Fuelling The Fire | DVD | (02/05/2005) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £14.99

    'An army marches on its stomach.' Napoleon 'It has been said that war is a hungry beast that devours everything in its path'. In order to feed that beast in World War II the leaders of the allied forces challenged themselves to create the most advanced supply system in the history of warfare. The amount of supplies needed to keep the men in the field was staggering. In the Pacific theatre a government source calculated that 18 men were needed in the supply chain to keep one rifleman

  • Reconnaissance And Intelligence Aircraft [DVD]Reconnaissance And Intelligence Aircraft | DVD | (13/06/2011) from £7.96   |  Saving you £5.02 (101.01%)   |  RRP £9.99

    Getting information about the enemy is vital in war and today's aerial spies have science fiction capabilities unheard of even a few years ago. Reconnaissance and Intelligence Aircraft uses hitherto unreleased film to take you on active deployment with the pick of today's aircraft and equipment. Featured are dedicated as well as podded battlefield reconnaissance jet fighters and attack-aircraft and Airborne Early Warning and Control (AWACS) machines. The programme also includes remotely piloted vehicles and dedicated electronic warfare and jamming aircraft. Reconnaissance and Intelligence Aircraft is accompanied by a detailed script by aviation expert Bill Gunston.

  • Dave Courtney's Gangland UKDave Courtney's Gangland UK | DVD | (09/09/2002) from £5.35   |  Saving you £0.64 (11.96%)   |  RRP £5.99

    Throughout history UK gangsters have led a fascinating lifestyle commanding both fear and respect. Notorious villains like the Krays Charles Bronson Ronnie Biggs and Mad Frankie Fraser have now become household names yet little is really known about what actually goes on deep within the criminal underworld. Known as the yellow pages of crime Dave Courtney attempts to set the record straight with a fascinating and sometimes shocking insight into what really goes on in Gangland Br

  • Bedroom Pleasures [DVD]Bedroom Pleasures | DVD | (13/07/2009) from £6.46   |  Saving you £6.53 (50.30%)   |  RRP £12.99

  • D-Day - Codename OverlordD-Day - Codename Overlord | DVD | (02/06/2008) from £26.98   |  Saving you £-1.99 (-8.00%)   |  RRP £24.99

    Code named Overlord the D-Day invasion of Nazi occupied Europe was a meticulously planned and jealously guarded secret in which the outcome was by no means certain. The Nazi's expected the assault and Germany's defensive position on the headlands of Normandy the so-called Atlantic Wall was a formidable obstacle to success. For the plan to succeed the Allies first had to convince the Germans that the attack would come at Pas de Calais and then secretly launch the largest invasion in the history of warfare. The deception worked and on the morning of June 6 1944 the Allies hurled more than 150 000 men and thousands of ships aircraft and vehicles against the heavily fortified German defenses. Despite enormous losses the invasion proved successful and gave the Allies a tremendous victory and a long sought after foothold on the continent. This 2 DVD set is the complete story of D-Day the invasion of Normandy and the liberation of Paris. With newsreel footage rare photographs veteran's interviews and comments from WWII historians we take you inside D-Day the end for Nazi Germany. Disc 1 The Atlantic Wall Operation Bodyguard The Air Campaign Atlantic Convoy Pre-Invasion Training Exercise Plus Six Operation Neptune Airborne Operation Preparation By Fire The Run To Shore The American Sector The British Sector The Glider Landings Disc 2 Foothold On the Continent The Mulberries The Hedgerows V-1 Attacks Operation Cobra Counterattack At Mortain The Falaise Pocket Liberation Of Paris

  • A Tourist's Guide To Europe [DVD]A Tourist's Guide To Europe | DVD | (04/07/2011) from £8.98   |  Saving you £16.01 (64.10%)   |  RRP £24.99

    Paris: Dissected by the romantic River Seine unmistakable landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe and the glass pyramid at the Louvre draw thousands of visitors to Paris each day. Whether you're interested in history cutting-edge fashion cafe culture sightseeing or all of the above 'The City of Light' never ceases to please. Take a tour of Paris without having to leave the comfort of your own home as we look at architecture both modern and classic and enjoy the paradox that is Paris. Dublin: In many of the world's great cities travelling between the various attractions can be time consuming and expensive but a visit to Ireland's fascinating capital Dublin will certainly encourage you to travel on foot. Gracing both banks of the River Liffey even crossing the beautiful bridges is a delightful experience and with classically proportioned Georgian architecture surrounding peaceful elegant greens it would seem that this is one city that has had a painless evolution but look a little more closely and Dublin has a very different story to tell. Rome: They say that all roads lead there and a short break to this most historic of capital cities will demonstrate why Rome is held in such high regard. At the heart of the ancient Roman Empire the city was founded on seven hills close to the banks of the River Tiber and to this day you will find awe-inspiring majestic ruins from this remarkable time of creation including the Colosseum the Pantheon and the Roman Forum. However there is more to see in Rome than ancient ruins as this delightfully filmed DVD will show. Amsterdam: Think of Amsterdam and for most people the images of tulips windmills canals and bicycles will immediately spring to mind. This would be selling the city short as there is a great deal more to see and do than you would first expect. Like so many European cities Amsterdam suffered terribly during World War Two and discovering how the city and its occupants survived is as much a part of the visitor's itinerary today as the more traditional Dutch delights. From the city's darkest days to its finest hour there are permanent memorials and other surprises tucked around each corner. Madrid: The Spanish capital of Madrid is one of the truly great cities of the world. Majestically occupying the Castilian Plain Madrid today is a cosmopolitan metropolis but with Arab influences dating back to Mohammed I in the 9th Century the ancient architecture displays an interesting cultural mix. Whatever brings people to Madrid whether it is the history art galleries nightlife or even the football they will leave having experienced a great deal more than they'd anticipated and one visit will never be enough as Madrid has so much to offer. Vienna: When it comes to culture there are few cities of the world that can compare with the capital of Austria Vienna. It is the city where young Mozart performed for the Hapsburgs and where his operatic masterpieces The Magic Flute and The Marriage Of Figaro were first performed in the 18th Century. Nevertheless there is much more to Vienna than wonderful music and for the visitors who come here there is a great deal to see. From the magnificent palaces and manicured parks to Old Vienna and the Jewish District this city is alive with history wherever you go.

  • Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn [DVD]Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn | DVD | (25/06/2012) from £22.93   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £N/A

    A stylish documentary about one of the most essential figures in photography and pop culture in the last 25 years. Anton Corbijn has photographed the likes of Bono, Kurt Cobain, Jonny Cash, Joy Division to name but a few. His innovative style and pioneering work has given him legendary status and this film charts the making of the man.

  • The Korean War In Colour [2001]The Korean War In Colour | DVD | (28/07/2003) from £20.23   |  Saving you £-5.24 (-35.00%)   |  RRP £14.99

    This programme brings you a war torn Korea in colour for the first time. Experience the terror courage blood and chaos that reigned from 1950 to 1953 as we chronicle a true picture of a horrific war...in colour. This unique programmme has pulled together recently de-classified footage personal films and photos of veterans who lived and breathed the horrors of the Korean front line. In bearing witness to the death and destruction unleashed by both sides we can understand more clea

  • Married to Maggie - Denis Thatcher's Story [2003]Married to Maggie - Denis Thatcher's Story | DVD | (29/09/2003) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £19.99

    Denis Thatcher died in June this year aged 88. Despite his prominence as consort to his wife Margaret he never spoke to the media until he was persuaded by his daughter Carol to give his first last and only TV interview to her shortly before he died. In the interview Denis finally pronounces on the people places and politics of the Thatcher years. The film also contains an interview with Margaret Thatcher who despite an announcement from her office that she would not speak again in public was keen to talk about what Denis had meant to her and the part their marriage played in her premiership. Other interviewees include her former press secretary Bernard Ingham her private secretary Cynthia Crawford Denis's best friend Bill Deedes former editor of the Daily Telegraph and Lord Carrington. Denis never protested much at his image as a gin-swilling golf-playing buffoon. He could hardly deny it. As Margaret Thatcher's press secretary Bernard Ingham recalls he had many terms for his favourite tipple. ""An opener a brightener a lifter a tincture a large gin and tonic without the tonic a snifter a snort a snorter. And a snorterino which more or less empties the bottle in one go."" As for the golf Mrs Thatcher's private secretary Cynthia Crawford says the first thing that came out the back of Denis's car when he arrived at 10 Downing Street in 1979 were his golf clubs. They took pride of place in the front hallway for the duration of her leadership. But Denis learned quickly once in Number 10. One of his greatest strengths as a consort was he always kept stum which given his views on certain subjects certainly helped avoid a number of diplomatic incidents. Denis' silence left a hole all-too-readily filled by satire and supposition. In particular Private Eye published a long series of fictional letters between Denis and his golfing pal ""Bill"" based on Denis's best friend Bill Deedes. Former editor of Private Eye Richard Ingrams admits ""Our Denis was a bit more a buffoon than the real Denis."" Denis always demonstrated immense support and encouragement to his wife particularly at testing times such as general elections or the Falklands War. Of that conflict Bernard Ingham recalls ""you can imagine Denis had a pretty fair idea of what was going on and would be able to read the game a bit and would be able to offer reassurance."" However political correctness was not one of Denis's attributes. Diplomatically silent for so many years in this final interview he has plenty to say on everyone from Nancy Reagan to Raisa Gorbachov from the IRA to the post Thatcher Tory Party and of course...Maggie. This film is a unique study of an unusual and difficult job. Denis Thatcher's friend Bill Deedes believes nobody has done it better. ""He really was created for the role of supporting a Prime minister through the stormy seas of modern politics "" he says.

  • The Pregnancy And Postnatal WorkoutThe Pregnancy And Postnatal Workout | DVD | (23/08/2004) from £29.68   |  Saving you £-1.69 (-6.00%)   |  RRP £27.99

    Experienced postnatal fitness instructor Sharon Marett-Gregory guides you through a series of easy to follow exercises in this interactive DVD. Designed to help you build and maintain your fitness and flexibility take care of your pelvic floor and speed up your body's postnatal recovery.

  • World War II In Colour - Air WarWorld War II In Colour - Air War | DVD | (02/05/2005) from £7.73   |  Saving you £7.26 (48.40%)   |  RRP £14.99

    Of all the assignments a serviceman might find himself undertaking during WW2 flying seemed to offer the greatest promise of glory. The world's airforces were relatively new and elite. Aviation was the wave of the future and new aircraft were built that employed equipment and designs that were on the cutting edge of technology. Many strategists even predicted that air-power would be the decisive factor in the waging of modern warfare. What was not apparent to anyone in the early year

  • Story O the Twin Towers: After 9/11: Rebuilding Lives [DVD]Story O the Twin Towers: After 9/11: Rebuilding Lives | DVD | (01/06/2013) from £12.98   |  Saving you £1.01 (7.78%)   |  RRP £13.99

    On September 11, 2001, the Twin Towers collapsed in less than 100 minutes. Thousands died, and over 10 thousand children lost their parents. Family members and friends were forced to say farewell to their loved ones. After 9/11 Rebuilding Lives follows the stories of some of the victims of 9/11 whose lives were left in tatters. We see first hand as they courageously attempt to get back on the road to recovery and put the past behind them.We follow the Geidel’s, a family of firefighters who are still searching for their son and brother, Gary, who was last seen running into the Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. We meet Donovan Cowan, a young man who suffered severe burns over 50 percent of his body after being trapped inside one of the towers and follow him as he takes his first steps back on the road to recovery. And we are also afforded an insight into the life of Renee Nolan, a mother, who, pregnant on September 11, 2001 has now moved to Kansas in order to get away from the painful memories of New York after her husband was killed inside the Twin Towers.

  • The Raging Planet Gift pack [DVD]The Raging Planet Gift pack | DVD | (21/10/2009) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £14.99

    The power and the beauty of our planet's natural hazards and dangers.

  • Secret Russian Aircraft of World War 2Secret Russian Aircraft of World War 2 | DVD | (18/08/2008) from £8.99   |  Saving you £-1.00 (N/A%)   |  RRP £7.99

    During WWII Russian aircraft designers worked under the paranoid rule of Stalin many were imprisoned and forced to work in special prison camps. Despite this their genius resulted in their independent discovery of jet and rocket technology. They were also incredibly innovative with flying tank and submarine bomber prototypes as well as the world's first long rage bomber. Using Specially commissioned computer graphics previously unseen archive footage and interviews with aviation experts this programme brings back to life the Secret Russian planes of World War 2.

  • Farnborough Air Show - The Film History 1964-1980Farnborough Air Show - The Film History 1964-1980 | DVD | (22/05/2006) from £14.19   |  Saving you £2.79 (24.91%)   |  RRP £13.99

    Between 1964 and 1988 Farnborough grew from an exclusively British aviation showcase to one of the world's leading airshows featuring the very latest in international aviation. John Blake show commentator from 1974-1992 and author of '40 Years At Farnborough's S.B.A.C International Aviation Showcase' presents this unique show-by-show film history of the event in those action-packed years. Combining newsreel footage and official film records of Farnborough it presents a dazzling array of aircraft with ground cameras recording the ultra low-level fly pasts air-to-air filming and even early in-cockpit material! All the shows featured are in full colour. Literally dozens and dozens of aircraft are captured on film in various marks! Military aircraft include the Buccaneer Victor Vulcan Atlantique Fiat G91 Saab Draaken and Viggen Nimrod Harrier Jaguar SR71 Blackbird F-15 and F-16 Tornado A-10 'Warthog' Grumman Tomcat Mirage 2000 and Super Mirage 4000 Rafale MB339 and F-18 Hornet. Research aircraft and prototypes include NB 115 BAC 221 P1127 (Harrier prototype) and the BAC EAP. Civil airliners include Concorde the VC10 Super VC10 Trident dh Dart Herald BAC 111 146 and ATP HS 748 Fokker 100 Friendship and Fellowship YB-11A Lockheed Tristar A300 and A310 Airbus Shorts SC 330 Trilander Dornier Sky Servant Dash7 and 8 and Jetstream 31. Helicopters include the Westland Wessex Whirlwind Lynx (and Super Lynx) WG30 Commander Scout Sea King and Wasp as well as the Boeing Chinook Bell Cobra Hughes 5000 A129 Mangusta Robinson R22 EH 101 and AH-64 Apache. Harriers Scimitars Sea Vixens 92 Squadron Lightnings the Jet Provosts of the Red Pelicans and the Army Blue Eagles helicopter display team are all captured flying formations or performing aerobatics - as well as many early performances by the legendary Red Arrows flying Gnats and Hawks. Other features on this DVD include: the unforgettable sight of two RAF Tornados escorting in two visiting MiG 29s; a close up look at the giant AN-124; a combined Army & Navy simulated airfield assault; the crash of the Sikorsky Blackhawk S-67 at the 1974 show; Harriers performing a 'ski jump' take off and a simulated airfield assault by Sea Harriers; two appearances by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight; Airship visits; the 1984 dh Buffalo crash; the restored Comet Racer in flight - and much much more!

  • TITANIC: Anatomy Of A Disaster [DVD]TITANIC: Anatomy Of A Disaster | DVD | (16/09/2012) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £12.99

  • A Musical Journey - Scotland [DVD] [US Import]A Musical Journey - Scotland | DVD | (02/05/2006) from £8.95   |  Saving you £0.04 (0.40%)   |  RRP £8.99

    A Musical Journey - Scotland

  • Crimean War [DVD]Crimean War | DVD | (16/04/2012) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £12.99

    In the spring of 1854, British troops and their French allies were sailing east to the Black Sea, to help the Turks fight off Russia's advances. The British army that sailed that spring had been described as the finest ever to leave Britain's shores. But within months those British troops were dying in scores, falling victim to cholera and dysentery epidemics. The army's medical support was found to be scandalously inadequate. Battles were mismanaged, leading to infamous blunders like the Charge of the Light Brigade. When winter came, the archaic army support services meant British troops were left frozen and on the brink of starvation.

  • Jesus: He Lived Among Us [DVD]Jesus: He Lived Among Us | DVD | (05/12/2011) from £N/A   |  Saving you £N/A (N/A%)   |  RRP £11.99

    He was born in humble obscurity, yet his family had to flee to save him from a jealous ruler. He forgave sins, healed the sick and gave hope to the down-hearted and oppressed, yet he was despised and rejected by many. He spoke the truth even when it was dangerous to do so. He willingly laid down his life and then rose again, conquering the power of death! From The Voice of the Martyrs comes the dramatic animated retelling of the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of the last surviving apostle, John. Journey with Jesus and encounter His miracles, His astonishing teaching and His unsurpassed bravery. Discover the power and love of Jesus Christ and see why His followers risked all to carry His message to the ends of the earth. Children and adults will be engrossed by this account of Jesus' life featuring vivid story telling and high impact animation. This powerful film will encourage and inspire viewers to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ- the Son of God who came to live among us.

  • Hawker Siddeley Nimrod [DVD]Hawker Siddeley Nimrod | DVD | (06/06/2011) from £9.43   |  Saving you £0.56 (5.60%)   |  RRP £9.99

    The Hawker Siddeley Nimrod was direct development from the De Havilland Comet. Mainly designed for maritime operations the Nimrod was the successor to the Avro Shackleton and took over the maritime role in the early 1970s. There were also 3 R1 Reconnaissance Nimrods built which replaced 51 Squadrons Comets at RAF Wyton later moving to RAF Waddington with another aircraft being converted to the R1 at a later date. Eleven aircraft were converted to the Airborne Early Warning and Control Role but were never put into service and were eventually used as spares for the rest of the fleet. In 1995 32 Nimrods were upgraded to the MR2 standard and some of them continued operating at RAF Kinloss until 2010.

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