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Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
An American general is shot down over Germany during WWII and captured. Unknown to the Germans, he has full knowledge of the D-Day operation. British Intelligence puts together a team to rescue him, but an American is in the squad for reasons unknown.
Publisher
The Criterion Collection
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Adapted from the epic novel by James Jones. A powerful all-star cast explodes into action in this hauntingly realistic view of military and moral chaos in the Pacific during World War II. Bonus features include outtakes, interviews, actual WWII newsreel footage, commentary, and an essay.
"****."--Chicago Tribune
"****."--USA Today
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Language
English
Description
Col. Terry Childers is a 30 year Marine veteran: a decorated officer with combat experience in Vietnam, Beirut and Desert Storm; a patriot, a hero. But now, the country he served so well has put him on trial for a rescue mission that went very wrong.
"A magnificent movie you must see..."--USA Today
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
1979
Language
English
Description
This dual feature includes Apocalypse Now (1979) and Apocalypse Now Redux (2001), plus over 2 hours of new bonus materials, including commentaries; rare, unseen footage; and more!
"...qualifies as a must-own..."--Entertainment Weekly
6) Macarthur
Publisher
Universal
Language
English
Description
The story of the famous, flamboyant general who served during World War II and the Korean War.
Publisher
Indican Pictures
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
A haunting journey into the hearts and minds of the forgotten heroes of WWII, the Japanese-American 100th/442nd. During their two years of combat, these men received an unparalleled 21 Medals of Honor, 9,486 Purple Hearts, 8 Presidential Citations, 53 Distinguished Service Crosses, 588 Silver Stars, and 5,200 Bronze Stars, making them the most decorated unit of their size in American military history. This is their story.
"Tale of true patriotism...
10) 300
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Based on the graphic novel by Frank Miller, 300 brings to life an epic battle in 480 B.C., where 300 Spartans halted the advance of the Persian army numbering 1 million soldiers.
"Two thumbs up!"--Roeper & Kim Morgan
"Mind-blowing."--USA Today
"Like nothing you've ever seen...the future of filmmaking."--Time Magazine
"***1/2...grand entertainment. Highly recommended."--Video Librarian
Publisher
Wgbh
Pub. Date
1999
Language
English
Description
Recounts one of the strangest legends of the First World War - the disappearance of the Sandringham Company in action in Gallipoli in 1915.
"There is something especially moving about this film. A fine script and Masterpiece Theatre's trademark luminous acting...give the story real sand. And the truth behind the tale gives it heart."--Christian Science Monitor
"***...nicely conveys the naive confidence of combatants in the early days of war...Recommended."--Video...
13) No end in sight
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
An insider's look at the decisions that led to the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq and the handling of the occupation. Includes a candid retelling of the events following the fall of Baghdad in 2003. Narrated by Campbell Scott.
"...clear and concise..."--Library Journal
"Without question the most important movie you are likely to see this year."--Time
"This powerhouse movie should be required viewing for every member of Congress."--Newsweek
"Two very...
Publisher
A&E Home Video
Language
English
Description
One of the greatest generals of the Revolutionary War, and close friend to General George Washington. This is his story of heroism, loyalty, loss, love, and betrayal. He became the most famous traitor in American history.
"...beautifully filmed...Because of fine acting and good subplots, viewers gain a tremendous grasp of the characters, their motivations, and the Revolutionary War era."--Booklist
Publisher
Touchstone Home Video
Pub. Date
2002
Language
English
Description
A story during the events that led to the military involvement of the U.S. in Vietnam. Here, a love triangle between a British journalist, his mistress, and a mysterious CIA operative evolves into a much greater mystery leading to murder and deception.
"***1/2 Highly Recommended...packs a powerful psycological punch."--Video Librarian
"Two thumbs way up!"--Ebert & Roeper
"Michael Caine is masterful!"--The Boston Globe
19) Sunshine
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Language
English
Description
The fortunes of a family of Hungarian Jews are followed over the course of nearly 150 years in this epic historical drama, with leading man Ralph Fiennes playing three different roles.
Publisher
Kino
Pub. Date
1981
Language
Deutsch
Description
Set in Beirut during the 1970's Civil War, this extraordinary film shows how the West in general and journalists in particular, confront terrorism in the Middle East. This film has gotten more relevant with time.
"...a balanced, thoughtful, extremely moving vision of wartime tragedy."--The New York Times
"****"--Leonard Maltin
"Crackles with energy..."--Chicago Tribune
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