British Broadcasting Corporation.
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 video file, approximately 110 min.) : digital, .flv file, sound
Language
English
Description
The Women's Olamal follows the events that preceded a controversial ceremony in Loita, Kenya, to bless the women and to increase their ability to have children. This film, presented in observational style with limited commentary, depicts some of the tensions between men and women in Maasai society which, in this case, erupt in a violent row between them.
Publisher
Distributed by Warner Bros. Entertainment
Pub. Date
2006
Edition
Widescreen format.
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (250 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Explores the world of invertebrates, detailing aspects of the life-cycles of numerous species around the world. Topics covered include their prehistoric colonisation of land from the sea, winged insects, the various uses of silk, relationships with plants and other animals and social structures.
3) Dancing
Publisher
ArtHaus Musik
Pub. Date
c1993
Physical Desc
1 online resource (471 min.)
Language
English
Description
This eight part series explores dance as of form of communication and expression in a variety of cultural contexts. Examples span the spectrum from staged ballet dancing to urban street dance to traditional myth and ritual. Filmed on location on 5 continents, this production took six years to make. Includes archival film footage.
Publisher
BBC Video
Pub. Date
c2008
Edition
Full screen.
Physical Desc
4 DVDs (ca. 590 min.) : sd., b&w and col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The Edwardian period, beginning with Edward VII's ascent to the throne in 1901 and ending with World War I, was an era of rapid industrialization, pioneering artistic and literary achievements, and great social and political upheaval. It is filled with captivating characters who left their mark upon British society and the world at large. This 8-part BBC series profiles the movers and the shakers who exemplify the era's progressive spirit as well...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 11
Language
English
Description
"Meek little Mole, wilful Ratty, Badger the perennial bachelor, and petulant, boastful Toad: over one hundred years since their first appearance in 1908, they've become emblematic archetypes of eccentricity, folly and friendship. And their misadventures - in gypsy caravans, stolen sports cars, and their beloved Wild Wood - continue to capture readers' imaginations and warm their hearts long after they grow up. Begun as a series of letters from Kenneth...
Publisher
Distributed by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
7 DVDs (ca. 637 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Led by Captain Jack Harkness, the Torchwood team delves into the unknown and fights the impossible. From an underground base built on a rift in time and space, the team responds to any alien threat-- a meteorite crash landing, sightings of extra-terrestrial technology, an unusual autopsy report, the spread of a deadly alien virus. Everyone who works for Torchwood is under 35. Some say that's because it's a new science-- others say it's because they...
Publisher
Distributed by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
c2009
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
3 DVDs (ca. 506 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
This top-rated BBC show features presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, and James May as they present some serious car journalism along with ambitious challenges that only the brave or the very stupid would dare to undertake. Includes the Botswana special.
Publisher
Acorn Media
Pub. Date
[2005]
Physical Desc
4 DVDs (ca. 392 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Inspector Alleyn has the upper crust contacts and manners, but like more modern detectives, he's a bona fide cop. Offers elegant country house settings, complex cases, and a detective who works for Scotland Yard. Agatha Troy is the Inspector's independent and insightful lady friend.
12) Kidnapped
Publisher
WGBH Boston Video
Pub. Date
2005
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (ca. 150 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Robert Louis Stevenson's coming-of-age adventure is back and breathtaking, in this widely heralded presentation bursting with scoundrels and scallywags, villains and heroines, and two memorable heroes who will stop at nothing in their quest for justice.
13) Enter Achilles
Publisher
ArtHaus Musik
Pub. Date
c1996
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 min.)
Language
English
Description
"A funny, cruel exploration of the male psyche, Enter Achilles is set in a typical British pub: pop songs blare out of the jukebox, there is football on TV, and eight men lark around, pint glasses in hand. But their blokeish fun is balanced on a knife-edge of tension, for beneath their apparent friendship lurks a disturbing undercurrent of paranoia and insecurity."
Publisher
Distributed by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2006]
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
3 DVDs (ca. 567 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The cold case unit, led by quick-tempered cop DS Boyd, has assembled to re-examine unsolved crimes with cutting-edge detection techniques. Pressure is on for this mix of forensics, psychology, and detective investigators to yield results.
Series
Publisher
British Broadcasting Corp
Pub. Date
c2007
Physical Desc
1 DVD (ca. 90 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Based on the life of Isabella Beeton, author of Mrs. Beeton's Book of Household Management and the most famous cookbook author in British history. Isabella was an accomplished business woman who died when she was only 28. Traces Isabella's transformation from young wife, to magazine journalist, to publishing phenomenon. Find out how a woman who couldn't cook ended up producing the world's most famous recipe book. Discover the dark secret that led...
17) The fiery angel
Series
Publisher
Arthaus Musik
Pub. Date
[2004?], c1993
Physical Desc
1 streaming video (124 min.)
Language
Russian
18) Emma
Publisher
British Broadcasting Corporation
Pub. Date
[2010]
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (240 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
"Twenty-one-year-old Emma Woodhouse loves playing matchmaker. When pretty and socially inferior Harries arrives, Emma decides to indulge her passion. Against the advice of family friend and surrogate older brother Mr. Knightly, Emma persuades Harries to reject a marriage proposal from a local farmer in order to hold out for an offer from the dashing Mr. Elton. But Emma soon discovers Mr. Elton's true motives and her advice to Harriet goes terribly...
19) Story of England
Publisher
BBC
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (353 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Michael Wood tells the story of one place, the village of Kibworth, Leicestershire, throughout the whole of English history. Located in the very heart of England, Kibworth has lived through the Black Death, the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution, and was even bombed in World War II. With the help of the local people and using archaeology, landscape, language and DNA, Michael Wood uncovers the lost history of this village from the Roman era to...
20) Stiffelio
Author
Series
Publisher
Opus Arte
Pub. Date
2008, c1993
Physical Desc
1 streaming video (122 min.)
Language
Italiano
Description
Stiffelio, a pastor persecuted for his beliefs, takes refuge in the castle of his follower Count Stankar and marries Lina, the Count's daughter. When Lina is unfaithful to him and Stankar desires vengeance, Stiffelio intervenes, insisting that a Christian is bound to forgive, and accepts his wife's contrition.