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"In a quiet harbor in New England, a sea captain named Ellis is visited by a seagull. By the end of the week the seagull had retuned and was eating crackers out of the captain's hand. They continued their friendship the entire season and the next year in the spring the gull retuned. After four years of friendship, the wild seagull named Polly still visits. This unlikely story of a wild bird and a friendly sea captain reminds us how we are all connected"--...
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2014.
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This 11-minute documentary gives insight into the activist efforts of a group of men in the town of Gloucester, MA. Using footage from anti-violence marches and centering on community men speaking out against violence and domestic abuse, this video is an effective case study of how men can come together to challenge the violent construction of masculinity. With its focus on taking action to make change, Breaking our silence is an excellent case study...
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"Can a dog lead the way to finding one's humanity? After spending years in prison for a crime she didn't intend to commit, Rose Collins is suddenly free. Someone who knows about the good work she has done--training therapy dogs while serving time--has arranged for her early release. This benefactor has even set her up with a job in the Massachusetts community of Gloucester. Meghan Custer is a wheelchair-bound war veteran. Ever since she was matched...
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IL: UG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 13
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The incredible true account of the most extraordinary storm of the 20th century, this is the story of a tempest born from so rare a combination of factors it was deemed "perfect" and of the doomed fishing boat with her crew of six that was helpless in the midst of a force beyond comprehension. October 1991. It was "the perfect storm"--A tempest that may happen only once in a century--a nor'easter created by so rare a combination of factors that it...
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[2015]
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English
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In season four of the series, the top fishermen of Gloucester, Massachusetts, battle for supremacy while they pursue the elusive Atlantic Bluefin Tuna. With more fish caught and top prices paid, the fight for the top spot will be the closest race in Wicked Tuna history, and it will come down to the final day of fishing.
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[2014]
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Fishing is a hard life, and harder with bluefin stocks depleted. In Gloucester, Massachusetts, there's a special breed of fishermen. In its third season, it follows the most skilled fishermen as they set out in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic in hopes of catching the valuable bluefin tuna. When one bluefin can bring in as much as $20,000, they'll do whatever it takes to hook up.
12) The Inn
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"The Inn at Gloucester stands alone on the rocky shoreline. Its seclusion suits former Boston police detective Bill Robinson, novice owner and innkeeper. As long as the dozen residents pay their rent, Robinson doesn't ask any questions. Neither does Sheriff Clayton Spears, who lives on the second floor. Then Mitchell Cline arrives, with a deadly new way of doing business. His crew of local killers break laws, deal drugs, and bring violence to the...
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[2016]
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English
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The fifth nail-biting season is a monstah. As Hard Merchandise fights hard to hang onto their championship, they're separated from the rest of the competition by only $2,000. One fish could make all the difference in who prevails. Will Marciano keep his boat on top? Or will Spike, an old-school fisherman, up Hot Tuna's chances to snag this year's championship away from Hard Merch, FV-Tuna, Wicked Pissah and Pinwhell?
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[2018]
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English
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The fifth nail-biting season is a monstah. As Hard Merchandise fights hard to hang onto their championship, they're separated from the rest of the competition by only $2,000. One fish could make all the difference in who prevails. Will Marciano keep his boat on top? Or will Spike, an old-school fisherman, up Hot Tuna's chances to snag this year's championship away from Hard Merch, FV-Tuna, Wicked Pissah and Pinwhell?
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[2017]
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English
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The fifth nail-biting season is a monstah. As Hard Merchandise fights hard to hang onto their championship, they're separated from the rest of the competition by only $2,000. One fish could make all the difference in who prevails. Will Marciano keep his boat on top? Or will Spike, an old-school fisherman, up Hot Tuna's chances to snag this year's championship away from Hard Merch, FV-Tuna, Wicked Pissah and Pinwhell?
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[2019]
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The captains of Gloucester are reeling from the loss of beloved Pinwheel mate Nick Duffy Fudge. Underdog boat the Wicked Pissah takes an early lead, Jay returns to fish with Captain Marciano and Captain Ralph returns with the Odysea. It's a season of surprises, culminating with a dramatic final episode and one of the closest battles in history.
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