Like other filmmakers in post-WWII Hollywood, John Ford (already a three-time Best Directing Oscar winner) , longed for the freedom and independence to make his own films, away from the dictates of studio executives. Then, in 1946, Ford and producer Merian C. Cooper (King Kong) decided to form their own production company, Argosy Productions. But their first venture was a financial flop, burdening the new company with heavy debt.Ford turned to the Western genre to help his flagging company, adapting James Warner Bellah's short story, "Massacre." Fort Apache, released in 1948, starring John Wayne, Henry Fonda and Shirley Temple, was popular at the box office and with film critics.The following year, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, was released to a positive critical reception a brisk business at the box office.
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9781493077069
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Miss Scarlet & the Duke
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Victorian London would have deemed it unacceptable that willful Eliza Scarlet (Kate Phillips) continue to operate her father's detective agency after his passing. With no other options for her maintenance, though, she had to make a business partner out of her dad's onetime protégé-coarse, womanizing Scotland Yard DI William "the Duke" Wellington (Stuart Martin) . Engaging period procedural co-stars Danny Midwinter, Ansu Kabia, Andrew Gower, Cathy Belton, Matthew Malone.6 episodes on 2 discs. 5 1/4 hrs. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.
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9781531716233
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House of the Dragon
By Considine, Paddy
Set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, this epic series tells the story of House Targaryen.
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883929730124
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Transformers
By Broadnax, Zion
(Temp) The Transformers war on Earth concluded years ago. Dot Malto, a veteran of the war, along with her husband, professor Alex Malto, and their kids Robby and Mo, move to the remote town of Witwicky, Pennsylvania, to start a new life. But Witwicky proves to be - MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE - and the family soon finds their lives intertwined with a group of Terran Transformers - the first Transformers robots born on Earth! When the evil half human/half-robot cyborg Dr. Meridian (aka MANDROID) threatens life as they know it, Robby, Mo, and the Terrans band together with legendary Autobots like Optimus Prime and Bumblebee to stop Mandroid once and for all!
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191329260340
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Poor Things
By
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786936900880
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DVD
The Independent [DVD]
By Rice, Amy
During a crucial political election, a driven investigative journalist stumbles upon a life-altering lead that uncovers a disastrous secret. Eli risks losing everything if she reveals the awful truth that will change the course of history.
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843501042168
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DVD
Hypnotic [DVD]
By Rodriguez, Robert
A detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a series of strange, reality-bending crimes.
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0843501042175
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DVD
The Hunger Games
By Blyth, Tom
In this prequel to The Hunger Games, a young Coriolanus Snow - decades before becoming the tyrannical President of Panem - battles his instincts between good and evil as he mentors Lucy Gray Baird in the 10th Hunger Games.
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0031398342526
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FREELANCE [DVD]
By Morel, Pierre
An ex-soldier agrees to protect a journalist as she interviews a charismatic dictator. When rebellion breaks out, the trio must face down assassins, the jungle and each other to stay alive.
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0843501042144
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DVD
Ferrari
By Mann, Michael
It is the summer of 1957 and ex-racer Enzo Ferrari is in crisis, facing bankruptcy and a volatile marriage. Meanwhile, his drivers' passion to win pushes them to the edge, as they launch into Italy's most treacherous race, the Mille Miglia.
The Cavalry Trilogy
By Blake, Michael
Like other filmmakers in post-WWII Hollywood, John Ford (already a three-time Best Directing Oscar winner) , longed for the freedom and independence to make his own films, away from the dictates of studio executives. Then, in 1946, Ford and producer Merian C. Cooper (King Kong) decided to form their own production company, Argosy Productions. But their first venture was a financial flop, burdening the new company with heavy debt.Ford turned to the Western genre to help his flagging company, adapting James Warner Bellah's short story, "Massacre." Fort Apache, released in 1948, starring John Wayne, Henry Fonda and Shirley Temple, was popular at the box office and with film critics.The following year, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, was released to a positive critical reception a brisk business at the box office.
Miss Scarlet & the Duke
By
Victorian London would have deemed it unacceptable that willful Eliza Scarlet (Kate Phillips) continue to operate her father's detective agency after his passing. With no other options for her maintenance, though, she had to make a business partner out of her dad's onetime protégé-coarse, womanizing Scotland Yard DI William "the Duke" Wellington (Stuart Martin) . Engaging period procedural co-stars Danny Midwinter, Ansu Kabia, Andrew Gower, Cathy Belton, Matthew Malone.6 episodes on 2 discs. 5 1/4 hrs. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English.
House of the Dragon
By Considine, Paddy
Set 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, this epic series tells the story of House Targaryen. ]]>
Transformers
By Broadnax, Zion
(Temp) The Transformers war on Earth concluded years ago. Dot Malto, a veteran of the war, along with her husband, professor Alex Malto, and their kids Robby and Mo, move to the remote town of Witwicky, Pennsylvania, to start a new life. But Witwicky proves to be - MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE - and the family soon finds their lives intertwined with a group of Terran Transformers - the first Transformers robots born on Earth! When the evil half human/half-robot cyborg Dr. Meridian (aka MANDROID) threatens life as they know it, Robby, Mo, and the Terrans band together with legendary Autobots like Optimus Prime and Bumblebee to stop Mandroid once and for all!
Poor Things
By
The Independent [DVD]
By Rice, Amy
During a crucial political election, a driven investigative journalist stumbles upon a life-altering lead that uncovers a disastrous secret. Eli risks losing everything if she reveals the awful truth that will change the course of history.
Hypnotic [DVD]
By Rodriguez, Robert
A detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a series of strange, reality-bending crimes. See more
The Hunger Games
By Blyth, Tom
In this prequel to The Hunger Games, a young Coriolanus Snow - decades before becoming the tyrannical President of Panem - battles his instincts between good and evil as he mentors Lucy Gray Baird in the 10th Hunger Games.
FREELANCE [DVD]
By Morel, Pierre
An ex-soldier agrees to protect a journalist as she interviews a charismatic dictator. When rebellion breaks out, the trio must face down assassins, the jungle and each other to stay alive.
Ferrari
By Mann, Michael
It is the summer of 1957 and ex-racer Enzo Ferrari is in crisis, facing bankruptcy and a volatile marriage. Meanwhile, his drivers' passion to win pushes them to the edge, as they launch into Italy's most treacherous race, the Mille Miglia.