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Me & Isaac Newton (DVD)
In the documentary ME & ISAAC NEWTON, seven top scientists are profiled, including flamboyant physicist Michio Kaku, Nobel Prize-winning chemist Gertrude Elion, linguist Steven Pinker, a robot scientist who contributed to the Mars Pathfinder mission, and an environmental physicist who has developed a cheap method of purifying water in developing countries. Directed by Michael Apted (7 UP series, GORILLAS IN THE MIST), the film explores the scientific ethos without getting tangled in the technical details of the scientists` important work. Concentrating on how the scientists come up with their exotic ideas, the film uncovers fascinating contrasts in their biographies and their thinking. Do older scientists have the same capacity as younger scientists to brainstorm new ideas? Are there differences between male and female scientists? Is science a religion or just a tool? Similar to Erroll Morris`s documentary FAST, CHEAP, AND OUT OF CONTROL, Apted`s film juxtaposes the scientists` comments in intriguing combinations. The film was conceived as a companion piece to Apted`s INSPIRATIONS, which focuses on seven artists and musicians. With both films, Apted captures important insights on the nature of human imagination.NR"
Director: Michael Apted
The Natural Wonders of America (DVD)
An enchanting journey to some of the most awe inspiring landscapes and geological formations in America, featuring spectacular cinematography and a soothing musical score. Features ENDLESS JOURNEYS, LAND OF ENCHANTMENT and NATURAL BEAUTY."
SWAT: The Real Story (DVD)
Elite police squads make for good film subjects, but many people don`t know how much training and dedication go into to forming those teams in real life. SWAT: THE REAL STORY, follows members of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team and members of similar teams across the country as they go through grueling training. Viewers can witness the training in action, as teams provide help with hostage situations, car chases, and drug busts.PG-13"
Directors Series, The - Roger Corman (DVD)
Though perhaps best known for jump starting the careers of Hollywood luminaries such as Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, Jack Nicholson, and Jonathan Demme, among others, Roger Corman`s legacy actually reaches much further. He has excelled as probably the premier B-movie producer/director of the 20th century, with his prolific output earning him the nickname King of the B`s . In this program, Corman and those who worked with him recount his rise to B-movie mogul and discuss his methods for putting together films.NR"
Director: Roger Corman
The Bible According to Hollywood (DVD)
This fascinating documentary explores the manner in which Hollywood has adapted stories from the Bible for the silver screen. Utilizing film clips, cast interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage, THE BIBLE ACCORDING TO HOLLYWOOD celebrates the golden age of big-budget Bible epics such as BEN HUR, THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, SAMSON AND DELILAH, KING OF KINGS, DAVID AND BATHSHEBA, and many more.NR"
