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"For every secret revealed in the Holy Land, hundreds more hide between its stones and its caves. What makes this land holy? What beckons millions of pilgrims from around the world every year? On-location footage, dramatic re-enactments, and illuminating commentary reveal the histories and probe the mysteries behind the Holy Land's most inspiring and compelling sites"--Publisher's website.
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Killer whales are beloved as majestic, friendly giants yet infamous for their capacity to kill viciously. Blackfish unravels the complexities of this dichotomy, employing the story of the notorious performing whale Tilikum, who - unlike any orca in the wild - has taken the lives of several people while in captivity. Blackfish expands on the discussion of keeping such intelligent creatures in captivity.
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"Takes a comprehensive look at Operation Iraqi Freedom, from the military buildup and the shock and awe campaign to the fire-fight in Basra and the toppling of Saddam Hussein's statue. With spectacular footage never before seen in the U.S. and emotional first-hand accounts of soldiers, reporters and National Geographic's award-winning production team, 21 Days to Baghdad will provide an exclusive, insider's look at war strategy and the pivotal moments...
7) Life (DVD)
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Four years in the making and filmed over 3000 days across every continent and in every habitat. Features 130 incredible stories from frontiers of the natural world. Discover the glorious variety of life on Earth and the spectacular and extraordinary tactics animals and plants have developed to stay alive. This is evolution in action: individual creatures under extreme pressure to overcome challenges from adversaries and their environment.
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What would the world look like if America never existed? Dinesh D'Souza, best-selling author and creator of 2016: Obama's America, explores this fascinating question in this stirring, thought-provoking documentary. Through re-enactments of landmark events in America's history and insightful interviews with leading historians, D'Souza brings us face-to-face with the brave heroes who built a great nation, and offers a powerful defense against critics...
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Follows the life of Dr. Benjamin S. Carson, who overcame problems in school and obstacles in life to become a world-renowned neurosurgeon. His lifelong journey led him to become director of pediatric neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins Children's Center, a bestselling author, and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Includes behind-the-scenes, and featurettes.
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Through interviews, film, and articles, this video looks at the life of Steve Prefontaine. As a freshman at the University of Oregon, he appeared on the cover of "Sports illustrated." By the time he died at age 24, Pre held all 7 American records between 2,000 and 10,000 meters. Off the track he fought for the rights of amateur athletes to prosper from their sacrifices.
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"In the early 1830s Texas was about to explode. Although under Mexican rule, the region was home to more than 20,000 U.S. settlers agitated by what they saw as restrictive Mexican policies. Mexican officials, concerned with illegal trading and immigration in Texas, were prepared to fight hard to keep the province under their control. Caught in the middle were the area's 4,000 Mexican Texans or Tejanos who were forced to choose a side. The conflict...
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Meet the Whiskers, a remarkable family of South African meerkats living on the edge of Africa's Kalahari Desert. Chronicles the every facet of the group's astonishing and complex social lives. From snake attacks to gang warfare, from babysitting the "kids" to repelling ferocious predators, includes never-before-seen behaviors and non-stop adventures of this animal family.
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"The Phantom Tollbooth: Beyond Expectations, playfully explores the creation, creators, lasting impact and enduring relevance of one of the most universally beloved children's books of our time. through interviews, animation and archival friendship between author Norton Juster and Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Jules Feiffer, and the wit and wisdom of the novel over half a century."--Back og container.
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