First there was Def Comedy Jam. Then came The Bad Boys Of Comedy. Now get ready to experience the most fearlessly funny comedy that the U.S. Constitution will allow! Host Doug Williams ATL's Griff and heavyweight funnyman Ralphie May highlight this special 2 Disc Set featuring over six hours of uncensored stand up that takes free speech to its very limits. This is 1st Amendment Stand Up: You have the right to laugh like a &^#%*@!
Discover the excitement of flying as we reveal the most remarkable aircraft ever built and the aeronautical advancements that shaped flying history in Flying Through Time. Marvel at historic airships be wowed by war planes and delight at luxury jetliners. After the hectic development period of world war 2 and the ensuing rush into jet engine development a successive series of fighter aircraft emerged that made their mark in aviation history. These planes epitomised the shape of the supersonic jet fighter; they were the Century Fighters. The Grumman F14A Tomcat is amongst today's ultimate weapons. It is considered a large fighter and stands at 63 foot long 16 foot high and has a maximum wingspan of 64' 1. The F14 's cruise speed is approximately 610 mph and it has a maximum speed of 1544 mph or nearly mach 2 - twice the speed of sound. VTOL stands for vertical take off and landing. If you are thinking helicopters you are correct. However in this episode we review the development of a plane that has the abilities of a helicopter as well as being a front line fighter plane. The Harrier Jump Jet is the only VTOL with a fighting history and the only VTOL in service today.
Were The Kinks the most influential band of the 60's? During the Punk rock and New Wave era The Jam The Pretenders and The Fall covered Kinks songs and the Britpop movers and shakers; Blur Oasis and Supergrass have cited them as a major influence. The Kinks were certainly one of the four biggest acts of the 60s and no-one can tell that story apart from the band themselves. Frank interviews with Mick Avory Drummer from 1964-84 John Dalton Bassist from 1966-77 and John ""The Baptist"" Gosling Keys 1971-78 alongside frank archive interviews with Dave Davies and numerous band insiders. Every key issue is amply illustrated with a host of musical highlights culled from archives with performance and studio recordings. Also featuring a deluxe full-colour book with a track by track analysis of every studio album from their 1964-1978 heyday rare band artwork and plenty more besides! Highlights include: Muswell Hillbilly You Really Got Me Lola Waterloo Sunset Set Me Free Long Tall Sally. All Day And All Of The Night and more!
In 1957 the River Thames was declared biologically dead yet fifty years later it is one of the cleanest metropolitan waterways in the world. In this series BBC's Coast Miranda Krestovnikoff travels the full 215 miles of the Thames from source to sea to uncover the surprising species that live on this historic river. We'll be taking a journey along the Thames from its source in Gloucestershire to Southend-on-Sea on a mission to uncover the secret world of plants insects fish wildlife and birds living in on and around the riverbanks.
The modern rail traveller rushing to catch a train, juggling with polystyrene cups, mobile phones and laptops may have little time to spare to appreciate the amazing history of a transport system that was once the envy of the World.This programme, which takes place as everyday train journey from Bristol to Plymouth, is a remarkable opportunity to look at some fantastic stories connected with this railway line, and the incredible Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who was responsible for pioneering the route more than one hundred and fifty years ago.Brunel was the Chief Engineer for The Great Western Railway Company and the nostalgia associated with G.W.R. is still evident. Since privatisation, the trains on lines line have once again sported the famous green and gold livery of G.W.R. allowing today's travellers to share in the heritage of one of the best loved railways of all time.
This superb film captures the Island in all its glory right up to the present day.
Disc One - U Boat War: As the coastal neon burned brightly at night from New York to Florida Americans were unaware that just a few miles off the coast lurked one of the world's most potent military forces. Watch as the German U-Boat fleet dominated American coastal waters sinking vessel after vessel in what has to be one of the greatest maritime disasters of all time. Disc Two - U Boat War - Iron Coffins: Often referred to as 'Iron Coffins' the U-boats were crewed by 44 men who each spent their entire time at sea in cramped and squalid conditions. Of the 38 000 men that went to sea in these deadly craft only 8 000 were to survive to tell the tale. The defense of merchant shipping and the defeat of the U-boats became the Allies main priority in 1943. Here is the story of the strategy and tactics that were used to inflict catastrophic damage on one of the most dominant German fighting units of WWII. Disc Three - U Boat War - Sea Wolves: With the prime objective of sinking and disrupting the merchant shipping in the Atlantic U-boats were active from the first day of the war to the last. They created such chaos that Winston Churchill wrote ' The threat that the U-boats posed in the Atlantic was the only thing that really frightened me during the war. On their defeat hung the outcome of WWII'. In this riveting DVD German submarine strategies campaigns and leaders of the early days of WWII are recounted and reviewed particulary the actions of the famous 'Wolf Packs'.
Entertainment king Neil Sean says Don't Panic it's here for the first time anywhere in the world. Ian Lavender aka Pike from the original Dad's Army & soap legend Leslie Grantham who stars in the brand new stage version of the evergreen cult comedy. Don't be a Stupid Boy - Miss It Miss Out.
Two tales on one DVD! Voodoo: The Faith Of Fear: Zombies potions and secret rituals.... Voodoo - the 'Faith Of Fear' is alive today! Trace the course of this forbidden religion from its emergence in the Haitian countryside to its rebirth in Hollywood. Discover Voodoo legends and customs like the Serpent and the Rainbow and the Sacrament of Blood. Vintage dramatisations put you in the centre of the Voodoo world and reveal the worlds fascination with the mysterious faith. S
It's not easy being an ogre, but Shrek finds it doubly difficult for an ogre like himself to fill in for a king when his father-in-law King Harold of Far, Far Away falls ill in this third Shrek movie. Shrek's attempts to fulfill his kingly duties play like a blooper reel, with boat christenings and knighting ceremonies gone terribly wrong, and to say that Shrek (Mike Myers) is insecure about his new role is a gross understatement. When King Harold (John Cleese) passes away, Shrek sets out with Donkey (Eddie Murphy) and Puss-in-Boots (Antonio Banderas) to find Arthur (Justin Timberlake), the only heir in line for the throne besides himself. Just as Shrek sets sail to find Artie (as Arthur is more commonly known), Fiona (Cameron Diaz) shocks Shrek with the news that she's pregnant. Soon after, Prince Charming (Rupert Everett) sends Captain Hook (Ian McShane) in pursuit of Shrek and imprisons Fiona and her fellow Princesses as part of his plan to install himself as King of Far, Far Away. Shrek finds an awkward Artie jousting with his high school classmate Lancelot (John Krasinski) and, while Artie is certainly no picture of kingliness, Shrek is determined to drag him back to Far, Far Away to assume the throne. Mishaps and comedy abound, including a spell gone wrong that locks Donkey and Puss-in-Boots inside one another's bodies. While Fiona and the other Princesses prove they're anything but helpless women, Artie and Shrek battle their own fears of inadequacy in a struggle to discover their own self-worth. In the end, Shrek, Artie, and Fiona each learn a lot about their individual strengths and what truly makes each of them happy. Of course, it's the pervasive humour and wit that make Shrek 3 so side-splittingly appealing. --Tami Horiuchi
Austrian Railway Spectacular carries you through some of the world's most picturesque scenery via historical towns and rural villages which shows the traveller one of the most exciting rail travel experiences certainly in Europe if not the world! Your travels will include narrow gauge railways as we journey through spectacular mountain aspects which are amongst the most breathtaking experiences that Austria can offer - so jump on board and begin the adventure.
The Shackleton - Designed and built as the RAF''s first dedicated four-engine long-range maritime patrol aircraft the Avro Shackleton was the final expression of Avro''s classic heavy bombers the Lancaster and Lincoln.
A series of heart warming stories of orphaned baby animals from around the world and their human foster parents who selflessly dedicate their lives to saving and raising them. They are the Wildlife Nannies! In this first volume of four DVD's we see a wide range of baby animals being rescued cared for and where possible returned to the wild. We are introduced to: Pippo the White Tiger cub; Layla the baby Rhinoceros; three infant Seals JT Alpha and Amigo; Rosie the baby Baboon; Mater the Wombat; Janis the Tyrolean Mountain Dog; Leonard the Genet foundling; a two week old Elk called Flori; Robiana the Koala and four newly born Lion cubs.
There's steam traction on its way out and early green DMU's coming in. Then a flashback to the 30s little tank engines hauling 4 and 6 wheel coaches local passenger trains in Silloth and rare colour film of Coronation Scots at Carlisle. See Liverpool Street Station in 1932 with commuter trains moving in and out and then on to wartime; NE A4's in black livery & Class 78 Electrics. The Belfast 5'3"" gauge to Larne. There are many 1950s scenes including steam sheds DEMU's taking over from Southern LOCOS and the Stanmore to Harrow steam branch is shown. In the 1960s KESR is taken over by the preservationists while A4s go into retirement. There are Barry Isle scenes trains at Euston Paddington and Clapham and industrials and the last Brighton Belle. Class 52 Westerns and Deltic diesels are already on the way out. King George visits Paddington and finally a glorious Bullied locomotive is re-born in preservation.
The Gold Rush. Shoot-outs. Cattle Drives. Buffalo herds. Pioneers. Explorers. Outlaws. Heroes. Indians. The Old West had it all. But it wasn't always the way you see it portrayed in movies or books. The real Old West was filled with colourful characters and notorious rebels. Courageous visionaries and others who helped forge a new character for a new country. This entertaining six volume series narrated by Kris Kristofferson shares the authentic stories of the Old West as they've never been told before. Rare archival photographs personal diaries letters official documents and first-hand accounts accurately capture the great turning points of America's past. It's a series that shows you an Old West that's more fascinating more moving and more capitivating than you've ever seen - and one you'll never forget. Maybe nothing symbolises the Old West as much as the American cowboy. During the mid-to-late 1800s thousands of these hearty souls rode the trails in now legendary cattle drives. It was a rugged independent romantic way of life: intriguing then as it is today. Rare photographs and detailed journals bring the cow-punching folk heroes back to life for an informative entertaining glimpse of authentic cowboy lifestyles. You'll hear Nat Love's outrageous trail tales; take part in the 'the big round-up'; ride with the longhorn steers on their way north to Kansas; and much more. Long after the dust has settled the legend of the Texas Cowboy still stands as tall as ever.
Created by home theater industry legend Joe Kane HD Basics is the definitive High Definition home theater calibration tool. It promises to improve your picture and give you an understanding of the concepts that are vital to getting the most out of your HDTV. Easy to use menu system 25 minute 'quick set-up option including an in depth description and explanation of how to use specific test patterns to calibrate your display Audio calibration test signals Descriptive text in the menu to help navigate each option A 90 minute overview of the basics of HDTV Introduction to the world of creating HDTV programs Audio commentary by Cinematographer Allen Daviau and Joe Kane.
Express Steam: Locomotives Of British Railways
Film footage of the F-15 F-16 A-10 KC-10 F-117A. Includes: electric jamming and co-ordinated attacks; air to ground air to air.
Marking the 60th Anniversary of D-Day this Special Edition programme covers the Normandy Invasion featuring black and white and colour footage. It tells the incredible compelling story in three features - The build up the invasion and the breakout.
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