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From Hell to Hollywood

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The incredible story of Pulitzer Prize-winning Associated Press photographer Nick Ut, whose photo, “The Terror of War,” is credited with bringing an end to the Vietnam War. Ut was just 21 when he shot the prize-winning photo, and “From Hell to Hollywood” includes exclusive interviews and never-before-seen footage of this seminal moment in history. After the fall of Saigon, Ut was transferred to the A.P.’s Los Angeles bureau where he went on to cover earthquakes, riots and fires for the next 40 years, before retiring in 2017. In this unprecedented biographical portrait, this legendary photojournalist finally tells his most compelling story of all...his own.

Nostradamus: Future Revelations and Prophecy

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Nostradamus possessed a remarkable, unique insight into events set in motion by mankind. Now with startling clarity they may tell us of our near future.

Streetlight Harmonies

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It’s the unmistakable falsetto leads, lilting harmonies and deep backing vocals set to a bluesy street corner rhythm that created those unmistakable sounds “Up On The Roof” (The Drifters), Tears On My Pillow (Little Anthony & The Imperials), Smoke Gets In Your Eyes (The Platters), and “Why Do Fools Fall in Love” (The Teenagers) all an endless jukebox of melodies and memories. No other genre of music can conjure up the innocence of a nation, or the pangs of love quite like the timeless sounds of Doo-Wop. An entertaining journey through bands, songs and harmonies that evoke both days gone by as well as current hits, Streetlight Harmonies uncovers a definitive period of music and the artists that defined it. Millions know the music but few know the artists and their history that laid the foundation for rock and roll, rhythm and blues, and built a bridge to the civil rights movement.

Arthur Miller: Writer

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Arthur Miller, one of the greatest American playwrights of the 20th Century, is the subject of this film as told through the unique lens of an award-winning filmmaker: his daughter, Rebecca Miller. Featuring never-before-seen material--including in-depth interviews, candid photographs, private letters and journal entries, and home movies of the playwright in his everyday life taken over the course of several decades--the documentary reveals the man behind the icon, delving into his childhood, his roots as an artist and his character in all its complexity.

Oneida Nation: American Revolutionary War/The People of the Standing Stone

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Narrated by Academy Award Winner Kevin Costner, and directed by Emmy Award winner Ric Burns, the film explores the little known, yet crucial history of the extraordinary contributions of one Native American people-the Oneidas-who during the darkest hours of the Revolutionary War became the only member of the Six Nation Iroquois Confederacy to side with rebelling colonists. This powerful and sweeping film, is a moving and unique cinematic experience that sheds light on an American story that has gone shamefully overlooked in the annals of American history.

All the Streets Are Silent: The Convergence of Hip Hop and Skateboarding (1987-1997)

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In the late 80s and early 90s, the streets of downtown Manhattan were the site of a collision between two vibrant subcultures: skateboarding and hip hop. With an original score by Large Professor, All the Streets Are Silent brings to life the magic of the time period and the convergence that created a style and visual language that would have an outsized and enduring cultural effect.

Armstrong

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Dramatic, moving and insightful, ARMSTRONG tells the definitive life story of Neil Armstrong: from his childhood in rural Ohio, through aerial combat in Korea, to his first steps on the Moon - and the unwanted celebrity status that ensued. It is the story of a quiet determined man who became an aviator, astronaut, husband, father and reluctant hero. Made with the full support of his surviving family, it includes previously unseen home-movie footage shot by Armstrong himself. Neil’s own words provide the narration based on his rare interviews, writings and speeches, which are delivered by renowned actor and aviation enthusiast Harrison Ford. The film includes major interviews with his family, an exceptional cast of fellow astronauts and aviators, those who knew him in his youth and later life, together with newly filmed sequences at some of the key locations from his life story.

Gotta Dance

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From the initial dancer auditions to their center court stardom, filmmaker Dori Berinstein profiles the New Jersey NETSationals - the NBA's first senior citizen hip-hop dance troupe - in this inspirational documentary that proves it's never too late to get up and boogie.

Crown in Crisis: Exit

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In the American imagination, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made the ultimate trade, exchanging rainy London for sunny California and replacing stuffy Buckingham Palace for anything-goes Hollywood. But according to historians and cultural scholars, the royal existence the Duke and Duchess sought to escape will follow the couple - and the royal family, in turn, is likely to be defined by their new life t the nexus of celebrity, entertainment and activism. Marry the prince, move into a palace - from the outside, Meghan Markle's life sounded like a fairy tale. That's why Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan of Sussex shocked their family, their country and the whole world in January 2020 with their surprise announcement that they would step back from life as members of the royal family. Their decision led to months of speculation, gossip and leaks that continue to this day. This is the Crown... In Crisis.

Freddie

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Freddie Mercury defied the conventions of a typical rockstar as the lead vocalist of Queen. With hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "We Will Rock You," Mercury soared to worldwide fame and commanded the attention of Queen's tens of thousands of fans. Today, many years after his death, Mercury's legacy still lives on in a new generation of rock music.

Brothers In Arms

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Charlie Sheen narrates and Paul Sanchez directs what he calls a love letter to the actors experience making Platoon. The non-union, low budget, independent film cast with young, unknown actors, went on to win four Academy Awards and changed the way we view the Vietnam War. Defying Hollywood convention, the actors trained in extreme circumstances: they slept in holes, endured nightly raids, and ate military rations in the unforgiving jungle of the Philippines, under the ‘take no prisoners’ technique of their director, Oliver Stone. The cast tell their war stories from the audition and real military boot camp, all the way through winning the Academy Award. After three decades, the iconic film and the brotherhood they forged remain. Brothers in Arms. The unauthorized Platoon documentary.

Earth: One Amazing Day

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From BBC Earth Films, the studio that bought you Earth, comes the long awaited sequel - Earth: One Amazing Day, an astonishing journey revealing the power of the natural world. Over the course of one single day, we track the sun from the highest mountains to the remotest islands, from exotic jungles to urban jungles. Astounding breakthroughs in filmmaking technology bring you up close and personal with a cast of unforgettable characters; a baby zebra desperate to cross a river, a penguin who heroically undertakes a death-defying daily commute to feed his family, a family of sperm whales who like to snooze vertically and a sloth on the hunt for love. Told with humor, intimacy, emotion and jaw-dropping cinematic splendor, Earth: One Amazing Day is the enchanting big screen family friendly adventure that spectacularly highlights how every day is filled with more unseen dramas and wonders than you can possibly imagine- until now!

The Green Prince

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Set against the chaotic backdrop of recent events in the Middle East, Nadav Schirman’s THE GREEN PRINCE retraces the details of a highly unprecedented partnership that developed between sworn enemies. In the style of a tense psychological thriller, this extraordinary documentary recounts the true story of the son of a Hamas leader who emerged as one of Israel’s prized informants, and the Shin Bet agent who risked his career to protect him.

The Korean War: No Longer Forgotten Part II

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Continue the journey through the timeline of Korea, the hardships, victories and conclusion of one of the most unprepared war’s in history with Part II of The Korean War: No Longer Forgotten, shedding light on this demanding war from beginning to end, highlighting the impact it has left on todays history.

Bob Marley: Roots of the Man

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Robert Nesta Marley, known across the globe as Bob Marley, was the first and debatably only superstar ever to emerge from the third world. He rose from eager rural beginnings and blossomed into a man of such significance and influence that his attempted assassination in 1976 turned out to be politically motivated. Bob’s musical influence is still felt all around the world today, but he was more than just a musician - he had a universal such quality in his messages that transcended race, colour, economic and class. This documentary explores the life of one of the 20th century’s most charismatic and challenging performers. Bob Marley’s renown now transcends the role of reggae luminary: he is regarded as a cultural icon who implored his people to know their history.

The Wrecking Crew!

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Music lovers will be astonished at the influence The Wrecking Crew wielded over rock and pop music in the 1960s and early 1970s. These unsung instrumentalists were the de-facto backing band on hit records by The Beach Boys, Phil Spector, Frank Sinatra, Nancy Sinatra, Sonny & Cher, Elvis, The Monkees and many more. These dedicated musicians brought the flair and musicianship that made the American “West Coast Sound” a dominant cultural force around the world.

Lewis Hamilton: The Winning Formula

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As the only black Formula One driver in history, Lewis' journey to becoming the most decorated Formula One driver in history, is one of dreams, courage, and determination. Lewis Hamilton has had to overcome adversity from the very beginning, making waves in a pool of nepotistic karting talent. From being frowned upon on arrival at karting tracks, to basking in the sunshine of center stage at Monaco, Lewis has risen above prejudice and discrimination to reach the apex of world motorsport. Through his image and brand Lewis promotes a lifestyle unseen in Formula One prior. Bestowed with one of the highest honors in British culture, Sir Lewis Hamilton has transcended the sport bringing to light unconfronted, decades-old issues within the industry. Lewis’ drive to change the sport’s representation rather than win titles, shows his appetite to change the buildings blocks of the industry he conquered. With adept opinions from industry experts, follow the defiant story of Formula One’s greatest ever asset, Lewis Hamilton.

Ken Burns: The Central Park Five

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In 1989, five black and Latino teenagers from Harlem were arrested and later convicted of raping a white woman in New York City's Central Park. The Central Park Five tells the story of that horrific crime, the rush to judgment by the police, a media clamoring for sensational stories and an outraged public, and the five lives upended by this miscarriage of justice.

Secret Space UFOs: Apollo 1-11

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The UFO phenomenon has been recorded far beyond the boundaries of Earth with hundreds of sightings during the Apollo missions 1-11. James Fox, Darcy Weir, Mike Bara, and Richard Dolan discuss this hidden history of UFOs in space and structures on the Moon. A history of NASA's early Apollo missions as astronauts endeavor to set foot on the moon and go further in space than any man has before.

Web

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Web follows Peruvian families living in remote villages in the Amazon Jungle and Andes Mountains as their children experience the One Laptop per Child (OLPC) program, gaining access to the Internet for the first time. Web considers both the benefits and complications that arise from digital connections. Alongside the poignant and sometimes humorous local stories, the film includes interviews with leading thinkers on the Internet including Foursquare Founder Dennis Crowley, Wikipedia’s Jimmy Wales and OLPC founder Nicholas Negroponte for an insightful look at our times.

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