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1) Wild China
Language
English
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Journey across China from the peaks of the Himalayas to the barren steppe, the sub-Arctic to the tropical islands, through deserts both searingly hot and mind-numbingly cold, and see a dazzling array of mysterious, beautiful, wild, and rare creatures.
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Winner of the Special Jury Award for Cinematography at the Sundance Film Festival. In the wilderness of the Bucharest Delta, an abandoned water reservoir just outside the bustling metropolis, the Enache family lived in perfect harmony with nature for two decades, sleeping in a hut on the lakeshore, catching fish barehanded, and following the rhythm of the seasons. When this area is transformed into a public national park, they are forced to leave...
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
When Calgarian Robert Cohen moved to L.A. to pursue his dreams of becoming a comedy writer, he quickly realized that his new friends and colleagues knew nothing but the usual stereotypes about his beloved homeland. After years of frustration, Robert decided to embark on a personal quest, traveling from one end of Canada to the other, to prove Being Canadian is more than just maple syrup and Mounties. Imagine "Sherman's March" or "Roger and Me", but...
Series
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English
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Rick Steves' European Christmas is made possible with generous support from American Airlines in association with Oregon Public Broadcast and PBS"--Container cover. Original date of production, c2005. Like a fun bundle of stocking stuffers, this disc includes nearly an hour of our favorite bits that couldn't make into this finely edited TV special. Extras on this disc indlude: many of our favorite musical performances in their entirely; a rare and...
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Rick explores "the most surprising and fascinating land he's ever visited:" Iran. This travel show host visits splendid monuments of Iran's past, explores the 20th century history of this nation, and encounters Iranian people and customs in everyday life. Visits contrast old and new as he visits the cities, villages, and tourist sites of Tehran, Abyaneh, Esfahan, Shiraz, and Persepolis. The one hour special is supplemented with special features assessing...
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
The next generation of Alaskans plays by their own rules, rebelling against social norms and surviving Arctic climates. Michael Manzo travels nomadically in search of opportunity. Alex Javor leaves life in Virginia behind to build his dream cabin. The Rowlands instill critical lessons of survival in their children. And Brent and Ida work 24/7 on their business while navigating life as a new couple.
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
"This documentary takes you on an intimate journey into Ohio Amish life and culture. You will discover how rapid growth and economic pressures threaten their community. You will also meet a people who, as a result of creative disengagement with the culture around them, thrive."--Container.
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Looks at the Pennsylvania Dutch tradition of rumspringa which is a period in a teenager's life during which they are set free to explore the world outside the Amish life. This is so that they can make an informed decision before they make a commitment to join the church at adulthood. Follows four teenagers in their time of discovery.
"A story that takes hold of viewers' hearts and minds and won't let go."--Deseret News
"*** Recommended."--Video...
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
It's never too soon to have another family vacay. The shore's getting realer than ever before, from new babies to Hitchuations. After partying through Sin City, the fam heads back to the East Coast, celebrating milestones in Atlantic City and settling in for an extended summer stay at the shore where it all started.
17) Paris is burning
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Where does voguing come from, and what, exactly, is throwing shade? This landmark documentary provides a vibrant snapshot of the 1980s through the eyes of New York City's African American and Latinx Harlem drag-ball scene.
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Disc 1, A Celtic treasure: "Examines the bed and breakfast establishments peppered along the Irish landscape and their owners, who supply millions of tourists not only with accomodation, but also with conversation and insight into Irish home life. Learn about Ireland's Gaelic roots with a visit to the small village of Rath Cairn in County Meath, one of the few places recognized as an official Gaelic area, where residents have made a living teaching...
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