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2) Greater
Publisher
Well Go USA
Language
English
Formats
Description
Greater follows the true story of Brandon Burlsworth, the greatest walk-on in the history of college football. Brandon dreams of playing for the Arkansas Razorbacks but is told he isn't good enough to play Division 1.The awkward kid who once was an embarrassment to his teammates and annoyance to his coaches ends up becoming an All-American player and the 63rd pick in the 1999 NFL Draft.
Publisher
St. Clair Vision
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Envied by the most powerful men and desired by the most beautiful women, Howard Hughes embodied the American dream. With age, however, he began to recede from the public limelight, and locked himself away amid rumors of mental illness. Watch the story of his life, and then watch three of the great films that he brought to the big screen.
5) The keeper
Publisher
Menemsha Films
Language
English
Formats
Description
THE KEEPER tells the incredible true story of Bert Trautmann (David Kross), a German soldier and prisoner of war who, against a backdrop of British post-war protest and prejudice, secures the position of Goalkeeper at Manchester City, and in doing so becomes a footballing icon. His signing causes outrage to thousands of fans, many of them Jewish. But Bert receives support from an unexpected direction: Rabbi Alexander Altmann, who fled the Nazis. Bert’s...
7) Manson
Publisher
A & E Home Video
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
A look at how one man could change a group of innocent peace-loving people into a gang of brutal killers. Includes rare archive footage and firsthand interviews with members of the Manson family, lead prosecutors at the time, and Manson himself.
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Laird Hamilton is perhaps the greatest big wave surfer of all time, a living legend who has tamed some of the world's mightiest waves. Amongst the surf community, he is also one of the most controversial figures, an innovator who has revolutionized the sport often to the dismay of purists. This thrilling, up-close portrait traces Hamilton's remarkable journey, from his rebellious childhood in Hawaii to his fearless first forays into surfing to his...
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
They thought it would last five weeks. Instead it went for 151 spectacular sold out shows over a triumphant year and a half across America. What made this tour extraordinary was that Glen had recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. He was told to hang up his guitar and prepare for the inevitable. Instead, Glen and his wife went public with his diagnosis and announced that he and his family would set out on a "Goodbye Tour".
10) Running brave
Publisher
Phase 4 Films
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
Story of real-life Olympic champion Billy Mills. From life on an impoverished South Dakota Indian reservation to his phenomenal upset victory at the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Mills constantly challenged the barriers of culture and his own deeply-rooted insecurities.
11) Wild
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Follow's one woman quest to hike the Pacific Crest Trail as a way to heal following her divorce and a life of destructive behavior.
Publisher
Vertical Entertainment
Language
English
Formats
Description
An extraordinary true tale of madness, genius, and obsession about two remarkable men who created history with the writing of the Oxford English Dictionary. The compilation of the Oxford English Dictionary began in 1857 and was one of the most ambitious and revolutionary projects ever undertaken. Professor James Murray took on the challenge of creating the most comprehensive dictionary ever compiled but knew that it would take him and his team over...
13) The blind side
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
When homeless teenager Michael Oher is given a home by the Touhy family in Memphis, he learns to play football and find success in school, and they discover a new son and brother.
Publisher
Greenwich Entertainment
Language
English
Formats
Description
An exploration into the career, music and influence of the iconic musician. With unprecedented access to the artist and featuring interviews with Sarah McLachlan, Alec Baldwin and more, this intimate documentary follows Lightfoot’s evolution from choirboy in rural Canada to troubled troubadour to international star with hits including “If You Could Read My Mind”, “Sundown”, “Carefree Highway”, and “Rainy Day People”. Official Selection...
16) Dream horse
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Experience the inspiring true story of Dream Alliance, an unlikely racehorse bred by small-town bartender Jan Vokes. With little money and no experience, Jan convinces her neighbors to chip in their meager earnings to raise Dream and compete against the racing elites, becoming a beacon of hope in their struggling community as he rises through the ranks.
18) The soloist
Publisher
Dreamworks Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
Los Angeles Times reporter Lopez develops an unlikely friendship with a homeless musician.
19) I'm not there
Publisher
Weinstein Company
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Six characters recreate different stages in Bob Dylan's career, from Greenwich Village folk singer to electric guitar trailblazer to born-again preacher.
20) Killing Lincoln
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
A riveting historical narrative of the heart-stopping events surrounding the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the first work of history from mega-bestselling author Bill O'Reilly. Narrated by Tom Hanks.
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