Christopher Guest
Publisher
[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2013?]
Language
English
Description
The story of the 30-year-old Tom Chadwick, an Englishman who has few roots, little family, and an unsure sense of his purpose in life. Tom inherits a mysterious box of belongings from a great-aunt he never met, triggering a passion to investigate his family lineage. As Tom's interest in genealogy grows, his life evolves in unexpected directions, as he uncovers a world of unusual stories and characters in the U.K. and the U.S., as well as a growing...
Publisher
MGM Home Entertainment [distributor]
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
Once upon a time, Spinal Tap had a big hit song. Now, nearly two decades later, Spinal Tap still clings to some glint of their lost glory as they embark on an accident-plagued tour across America. In Cleveland, the group gets lost underneath the stage. In Washington, they're accidently booked at an Air Force formal dance. And in a Chicago record store, no one shows up to get their autographs.
Publisher
HBO Home Video
Pub. Date
2001
Language
English
Description
People don't take this wealthy, beautiful woman seriously until she meets a spaceship. No one believes her story of the encounter until she grows to 50 ft. overnight. Then, she sees men in her life from a new angle -- looking down on them.
Language
English
Formats
Description
A kindly grandfather sits down with his grandson and reads him a bedtime story. As the grandfather reads the story, the action comes alive in a classic tale of love and adventure. The beautiful Buttercup is kidnapped and held against her will in order to marry the nasty Prince Humperdinck, while Westley (her childhood beau, now returned as the Dread Pirate Roberts) attempts to save her. Along the way he meets an accomplished swordsman and a giant,...
Publisher
Weinstein Company
Pub. Date
[2006], c2005
Language
English
Description
Recently widowed and well-to-do Laura Henderson needs a diversion to see her through war torn London. On a whim she buys the derelict Windmill theatre in the West End and persuades impresario Vivian Van Damm to run it. The two don't seem to get along at all. Although their idea of a non-stop revue is at first a success, other theatres begin to copy the idea and disaster looms. Laura suggests they put nudes in the show, but Van Damm points out that...
8) Best in show
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Language
English
Formats
Description
The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as hundred of eager contestants from across America prepare to take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives, the Mayflower Dog Show.
Publisher
Metro Goldwyn Mayer Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Whether or not you're a die-hard fan of the group, you'll love this 'Rockumentary' of England's legendary Spinal Tap. Take a behind-the-scenes look at a band whose time has come ... and gone ... and come again.
11) The long riders
Publisher
MGM Home Entertainment Inc
Pub. Date
c2001, c1980
Language
English
Description
Four theatrical families of the 1980's recreate the most wanted criminal families of the 1860's. This portrayal of the Jesse James gang is a rapidfire succession of thrilling moments -- the bandits' lightning attacks on banks, trains and stagecoaches ; their hairbreadth escapes from the law ; Jesse's jubilant wedding celebration ; and the tragic Great Northfield, Minnesota raid.
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
It's about an indie movie called "Home for Purim," a somewhat inane drama about a dysfunctional Jewish family living in the South during World War II. But while the film is still in production, a reporter for an online entertainment site drops the word -- based on a brief visit to the set -- that one of the ensemble cast performers may be an Oscar contender. It goes on to chronicle how the Oscar buzz affects the director, additional cast members,...
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
When the Museum of Natural History is closed for upgrades and renovations, some of the 'animated' museum pieces are moved to the famous archives at the Smithsonian Institute. Larry Daley gets into the action when Jedediah calls him to say that Dexter stole The Tablet and the evil Pharaoh Kahmunrah is attacking them. Larry sneaks into the Archives and meets Amelia Earhart who is thrilled at the prospect of adventure and helps him out. Later, Larry...
15) A mighty wind
Language
English
Formats
Description
A docu-comedy about three folk groups from the 60's who reunite for a memorial concert in New York City following the death of a legendary folk manager.
Publisher
Source One Entertainment
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
Johnny Appleseed: When Johnny Appleseed travels across the land with a cooking pot on his head and his pockets filled with apple seeds, the villagers quickly learn that there's nothing wrong with being an individual and thinking for yourself.
Annie Oakley: Annie joins Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Davy Crockett: On the wild frontier, Davy Crockett earns a reputation for bravery and courage.
Pecos Bill: Raised by coyotes, Bill's heroics become...
Publisher
Mill Creek Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2014
Language
English
Description
Punchline (1988, 122 min.): Lilah Krytsick, a New Jersey housewife and mother, desperately wants to make it big as a comedienne. Steven Gold, a self-centered Lenny Bruce-type, has been stealing the spotlight with his irrepressible natural comedic talent. Drawn to one another, Steven helps the stumbling Lilah turn her routine from flat to funny while Lilah helps Steven keep his anguished life together.
Postcards from the edge (1990, 101 min.): Suzanne...