*New - Ancient Civilizations
A high culture is a well-developed society, compared to other contemporary societies. High civilizations began to be established around 3,000 years before our era. In this film, we’ll take a closer look at some early civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, China and the Americas. We learn about the characteristics of a high c Read More...
*NEW - Angry Planet Series
On Angry Planet, professional storm chaser George Kourounis continues his global adventure, traveling to some of the most dangerous places on Earth. But this time he’s on a special assignment. As the planet heats up, natural disasters are becoming more frequent and severe. From deadly wildfires raging across Au Read More...
*NEW - Animated Bible Stories For Kids Series
An animated introduction to five of the World's best known Bible stories. Produced for kids the stories will be appreciated by all.Bible Stories: The Life of JesusIn this video, we will learn about the life of Jesus. We will learn about the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, and how he grew up to be a wise and loved man. We Read More...
*NEW - Arcimboldo: Portrait of An Audacious Man
What if Giuseppe Arcimboldo was a painter of Modern Art before its time? With their unique style, the Composite Heads by the Milanese painter are among the most famous works from the Renaissance period. Largely forgotten after his death in 1593, he was re-discovered by the Surrealists. After them, throughout the 20th century, nu Read More...
*NEW - Back to Basquiat
This film is first and foremost a journey. From Brooklyn to Abidjan, via the Mississippi, Puerto Rico and Haiti. A journey through the search for his identity of the most famous black American contemporary artist, and one of the 20th century's major painters. But it's a paradoxical journey because, despite his Haitian an Read More...
*NEW - Beyond The Far Side
Fifty years after Neil Armstrong walked on its surface, the Moon is back at the center of the international attention… Space X, the China spatial program: newcomers are developing unprecedented technologies, surpassing technical challenges, and bringing back new findings about the Moon. BEYOND THE FAR SIDE takes the form Read More...
*NEW - Big Pharma: Gaming The System
Big pharma is big business. Richer and more powerful than ever, Big Pharma has influence at the heart of the economy and politics. This film investigates the lobbying practices of the lucrative pharmaceutical industry that can alone decide on government health policies, possibly to the detriment of our health. This global and co Read More...
*NEW - Black American Experience Series, The
The Black American Experience series features African Americans who left their stamp on history and celebrates over 200 years of change in America. From children of slavery to the first African American elected President, this series is an inspiring journey of courage, defeat. Their stories are a vivid reminder that Yes, We Can Read More...
*NEW - Caste System, The: India
India is often called the world’s largest democracy. Despite the country’s modernization, the population still divides itself into a kind of system that has long characterized life in India: the caste system. In this film we start by looking at how the interpretation of Hinduism in India influences the way people thi Read More...
*NEW - Earth's Surface Series, The
Approximately 70% of the earth's surface is covered with water. The remaining portion includes the landmasses of the seven continents. These landmasses include many geographical features known as landforms. And within landforms we find many geological features on earth such as rocks and minerals.THE EARTH´S Read More...
*NEW - Elliott Erwitt: Silence Sounds Good
Elliott Erwitt spent his entire adult life taking photographs, of presidents, popes and movie stars, as well as regular people and their pets. His work is iconic in world culture while his life is largely unknown. 'Elliott Erwitt — Silence Sounds Good' is a quiet, intimate portrait of an artist at work, who v Read More...
*NEW - Hispanic American Experience, The
From creators to space travelers and authors to statesmen, numerous noteworthy Latino American pioneers have transformed the world. This program commemorates eminent Hispanic American females whose impact has touched all aspects of life. There is no industry in which Hispanic Americans haven't left their indelible mark on hi Read More...
*NEW - Introduction To Biomes Series, An
Scientists divide the diverse natural geographical regions of the world into biomes. Within each biome you find different climates, plant and animal life. This series introduces students to the diversity of biomes and the changes and challenges affecting their future. DESERTSWhen we think of the desert, perhaps we mostly think o Read More...
*NEW - Kids And The Church Year
What do the candles in an Advent wreath represent? Why is the church covered in purple during Lent? Did you know that Easter is more than just one day? Introduce kids to the seasons of the Church Year with this delightful video presentation. Host Jenna Donovan takes children on an exciting journey through Advent, Christmas, Epip Read More...
*NEW - Magellan's Extraordinary Odyssey
THE FABULOUS STORY OF THE GREATEST MARITIME EXPLOIT OF ALL TIME This series, in the form of a four-part "docu-epic", draws on the explanations of historians, philosophers, and great sailors, a collection of period archives, charts, and texts signed by Magellan and his contemporaries, but also spectacular aerial images Read More...
*NEW - Native American Experience, The
Although our Founding Fathers, Presidents, and military leaders are celebrated as heroes of American culture, the valuable contributions made by indigenous people to many key events in the country's history are often disregarded. Whether they were actors or activists, artists or athletes, Native American men significantly im Read More...
*NEW - North America's Indigenous Peoples
The Indigenous Peoples of North America is the collective name for the population already present in North America before Europeans arrived. We’ll start by describing their early history – how they lived, what their civilizations were like, and how they regarded nature. You will be introduced to concepts like wigwams Read More...
*NEW - Picture Books On DVD Series- Volume 7
Recommended: Booklist, Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Video Librarian Modern storybooks, adapted to DVD, help capture young children's imagination and encourage a love of reading. Viewers will learn about the world around them with stories that explore other cultures, explain the past, examine dif Read More...
*NEW - Places In The World: The Middle East
We are going to visit the Middle East region where we will learn about its nature, climate, history, population, and resources. We will take a tour of some exciting geographical locations, such as Cairo, the Dead Sea, and the region’s highest mountain! We will look into conflicts that have affected the region, how cl Read More...
*NEW - Sacred Paths, The
In the four corners of the world, on all the continents, this documentary collection invites you to discover our world's sacred legacies. Everywhere, throughout all epochs and civilizations, human beings have experienced and expressed the sacred, thus questioning the mystery and the enigma of human existence. Compared to oth Read More...
*NEW - Science of Cooking, The
“The invention of cooking is what led to the rise of humanity" - Professor Richard Wrangham, Biological Anthropology, Harvard UniversityHumankind has been creating countless ways of cooking food as long as we can remember. Cooking is the product of human efforts for obtaining energy from nature. And within those Read More...
*NEW - Suez Canal, The
The Suez Canal is one of the most important shipping routes in the world. If there are issues in the Suez Canal, all world trade could be affected. In this film we look at the fascinating history and economic importance of the Suez Canal, but also the challenges it faces. Read More...
*NEW - War & Peace
War is the subject of this program: what war is, and the rules that govern war. We’ll be looking into aspects such as the role of the UN in conflicts and the consequences of war. And explore concepts like interstate wars, genocide, ceasefires, and sanctions. So, what does the UN Security Council do? What is International H Read More...
*NEW - Where The Food Comes From
Chip Carter digs deep inside the food industry to meet the people who have a passion for growing our crops and keeping the world fed…from the farms to the research labs to the offices where people make rules that regulate it all. Along the way, he also looks into fascinating areas like agritourism, charcuterie-makin Read More...
*NEW - World Is Yours, The
This travel series visits different continents, countries, cities, and towns to explore their unique cultures, history, attractions, sports, art, food, music, and more. A dynamic series for the whole family that circles the globe taking viewers on an exciting journey of discovery.Episode 1: China, The Grand Canyon & IndiaEpi Read More...
*NEW - World's Most Scenic Railway Journeys, The
Rolling past snow-capped peaks, fairy-tale castles, and breathtaking natural wonders, The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys is an unforgettable ride through some of the most spectacular landscapes on Earth. From New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and the sweeping Scottish Highlands, to a Mexican odyssey, an Arctic expedition, and Read More...
*NEW - Wow, I Never Knew That
Wow, I Never Knew That! is a whimsical series that is jam-packed with exciting tidbits and fascinating facts that uncover the truths and origins behind the stuff you’re already familiar with. From items you use every day to the phrases you use in conversation to the habits you’re so accustomed to, you’ll be fas Read More...
100 Years, 100 Events Series
This collection of documentaries looks at the most worldly and the most consequential events of the 20th Century. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced with insider accounts. It's all covered! An important and extensive collection document Read More...
Adventure Of America’s Horses, The
A film by Marie Brunet-Debaines Mustangs, the wild successors of America’s first horses. These iconic American horses opened up routes through a continent and conquered its plains and unspoiled heart. Today, these untamed horses are fighting for their freedom and even their very survival in the wide open spaces Read More...
Advocates of Change Series
PEOPLE CHANGING THE WORLD They have made a difference and revolutionized the world. They come from all walks of life and from all corners of the globe. These remarkable individuals have pioneered, developed and forever improved their industry and the world in which we live. Engaging and relevant, these individuals will change th Read More...
Albert Camus: The Madness Of Sincerity
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online This is the story of one of the greatest French authors of the 20th century. A writer who, in a world wary of ideology, finally achieved the position he was due and the respect of those who prefer justice and truth to dogma and extremism. In conjunction with Olivier Tod Read More...
All About Directions Series
Parents’ Choice Approved Recommended: Science Books & Films, School Library Journal A 4-part series for teaching young children the difference between left, right, north, south, east, west, clockwise, counter clockwise and receiving, giving and understanding directions. Helpful hints Read More...
America's Secret D-Day Disaster
How did a rehearsal for a D-Day invasion of Utah Beach in Normandy result in the death of a thousand Allied soldiers? 'Exercise Tiger' was the Allies' worst training disaster during World War II - hushed up until 1984. Eyewitness accounts, top-secret documents, film archives and findings from underwater excavations Read More...
Ancient Astronomers Of Timbuktu, The
Guided by astrophysicist Dr. Thebe Medupe, a group of modern scientists engage in the first exploration of the scientific contents of the great manuscript archives of Timbuktu. As the ancient papers are in grave danger of being destroyed by the ravages of time, the team races against the clock to unlock the mysteries of thi Read More...
Ancient Civilizations Uncovered Series
While civilization covers the entire globe today, there was a time when it rose as isolated islets in a vast sea of barbarism. That is why the few cultures that were able to accomplish this feat have been the objects of scholarly scrutiny for generations. In Ancient Civilizations Uncovered we explore five ancient civi Read More...
Animals In The World
Introduce children to animals found around the world. From tiny insects to the largest mammal on land, you’ll get a bird’s eye view of wildlife in their natural settings. The concept of animal classification is introduced and the environment they live in discussed.Animals In North AmericaIn this program you wil Read More...
Asia’s Monarchies
Highly Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online Asia’s Monarchies are all unique, but there is one thing they all share in common - all are at a fascinating point in their various histories. In this five-part series we journey to the heart of these beautiful lands to understand the relationship between the p Read More...
At Frida Kahlo's
"The Blue House" located in Mexico City, is the home where Frida Kahlo was born (1907) and would die (1954). She is surrounded not only by painter Diego Rivera, but also by Leon Trotsky, André Breton, Sergei Eisenstein, Pablo Neruda, Waldo Frank, Pablo Picasso, Marcel Duchamp, Vassily Kandinsky, etc. Read More...
Aztecs Series, The
This two-part DVD collection documents the rise and fall of one of the most remarkable civilizations. From the ancient Olmec and their giant carved stone heads to the magnificent pyramids of the moon and sun at Teotihuacan, the Aztecs were inheritors of thousands years of indigenous culture. Who were the Aztecs and how Read More...
Babylon Unveiled Series
We visit the ruins of Babylon in Iraq for the first time since the Iraq War in order to see the size and scope of this ancient marvel. Based on precise archeological data, the city’s legendary characters and buildings are brought to life using the latest in 3D motion capture technology. Through insights from the world Read More...
Beat Generation, The
Recommended: Video LibrarianA film by Jean-Jacques Lebel and Xavier VilletardThis documentary tells the story of the incredible and enduring friendship between Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg and William Burroughs, a Read More...
Betty Boop For Ever
Betty Boop was the first female human character in the entire history of cartoons, she was also the first woman to have the leading role in a cartoon. Born in 1930 with gorgeous legs, huge bedroom eyes, a soft singer voice, Betty Boop was a hit! As she blows out 90 candles in 2020, the sexy little brunette and her legendary Boop Read More...
Biographies Of Famous People Series
A 5-part humanities series featuring uniquely famous individuals from divergent walks of life and regional areas of North America who have made a recognized and significant contribution to the history and spirit of America.Amelia Earhart Amelia Earhart amazed the world with her aviating prowess during a time in America when the Read More...
Continents of the World Series
This 7-part series on the world’s continents covers all of the basics for age appropriate learners on each of the continents which, when combined, make up the landmass of the planet earth. With a primary focus on the geography of the continents each program also proceeds into the additional cross-curricular disciplin Read More...
Continents: An Overview
If we take a look at our planet, it is divided into seven continents: Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia/Oceania, Europe, North America and South America. With this informative program we travel around the world to learn more about each continent. Information includes:major countries & citiesculturesgeological feature Read More...
Cuban Colonel, The Russian General & The Near Destruction Of The World
The Cuban Missile Crisis played out in the month of October 1962. Never before or since has the world been so close to destruction. Colonel Osvaldo Fernandez was one of the few Cubans who actually knew what was going on at the time. As a young liaison officer, his job was to follow the Soviet troops to the vario Read More...
Destinations: The Americas
(Originally $375, now $225 series) Recommended: Booklist Filmed entirely on location from Northern Canada to South America's southern tip, this ongoing travel series invites discovery of the most s Read More...
Development Of Life On Earth
Travel back billions of yearsto learn how the Earthwas created,what the climate was like and the first living organisms. From there we proceed along thegeological time scale- Precambrian, Paleozoic, andMesozoicperiods. Concepts such as how population, competition andadaptation arei Read More...
Discover China: World Heritage Sites Series
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online A landmark documentary series unlocking the mysteries of the Middle Kingdom, past and present, by exploring its incredible natural and cultural diversity. Years in the making, this series travels to 19 World Heritage sites to give a stunning, detailed perspective of China and Read More...
Dog Tails Series
There are few things more dear to their owners than a favorite breed of dog. Dogs have been bred and trained to enhance their individual characteristics and temperaments over decades of time. Many of today's most popular breeds have ancestry from Europe and Asia and have been selectively bred to strengthen the mo Read More...
Famous Explorers Series
Designed to enhance the social studies curriculum for the intermediate aged student on up. The Famous Explorers Series features adventurers who have left their legacy on the history of the North American continentSir Francis Drake English explorer and privateer, was the most famous of the Renaissance Era seafarers. He circled th Read More...
Famous People, Incredible Lives Series
This visually rich series offers a fascinating look at a broad cross-section of world renowned individuals. Every historic re-creation explores the most important developments of their very famous lives whether artist, businessman, composer, leader, philosopher, poet, explorer, writer, reformer, scientist or ruler. Interested v Read More...
Focus On Korea Series
This ongoing collection of independent documentaries provides a better understanding and insight into the Korea of today through an examination of the pressing societal issues of the day. Titles include: Crossing Three Borders: Risking your Life in the Diplomatic Game Guided by Pastor Peter Jung, a South Korean activist, Read More...
Freedom Seekers: Stories From The Western Underground Railroad
A film by Gary Jenkins.Recommended: Library Journal You've provided a framework for understanding the western Underground Railroad. I both enjoyed it and learned from it, and I highly recommend it. Read More...
From Watts to Watts: A Portrait of Filmmaker Charles Burnett
CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGECharles Burnett is an eminent figure of the Black independence movement. His dual identity, as African American and independent filmmaker, makes his work rare and valuable, revealing the shortcomings of American society. A subtle and powerful storyteller, he describes the lives and dreams of African Read More...
Globe Trekker Presents: Ottomans vs. Christians
The Mediterranean Sea may be a beautiful tourist destination today but in the 16th century it was the central arena for an almighty power struggle between Christian Europe and the formidable Muslim Ottoman Empire. It was a conflict not just for the power and wealth but for cultural and religious supremacy that lasted nearly thre Read More...
Great Cemeteries Of The World Series
Recommended Library JournalHave you ever considered a cemetery to be a living museum? Well it is!It's what remains after everything else is gone. If you haven't spent time at a cemetery you're missing one of life's most interesting places. Aesthetically they're beautiful, Read More...
Great Lakes Series, The
Recommended: Video Librarian These five bodies of water, created 10,000 years ago, hold 3/4 of the world’s standing fresh water. Over 50 million people live within 100 miles of a Great Lake’s port. Because they comprise such a large waterway, they have played a vital role in the lives and histories of many of our anc Read More...
Heavy Water War, The
Recommended: Video Librarian, Educational Media Reviews Online In 1939 the scientific world is buzzing. The race for the atomic bomb is launched. But to control nuclear fission, the French and the Germans alike absolutely need heavy water. This rare resource is produced in a single factory in Vemork, a small Norwegian town Read More...
Historic Hotels of America Series
Enrich Travel & History Collections With These American TreasuresProduced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and shot entirely on location throughout the US, this series features some of the most prestigious and historic hotels in the nation. Each program highlights the facilities and unique Read More...
History's Greatest Lies Series
Obfuscated, and rarely punished, the lies of those in power often achieve their goal: to change the course of history. Who are the liars? Heads of state, politicians and military leaders, supported by their hierarchies. They have no qualms about lying to the radio, on television, to millions of people, end even under oath to the Read More...
House of Sharing: Conversations with Korean Comfort Women
Recommended: Library Journal During the Second World War, the Japanese Imperial Army abducted almost 200,000 young Korean women to torture and use as sex slaves. The few women who had the chance to return home, passed the end of their lives as pariahs of society. Eight of them, now in their eighties, keep on fighti Read More...
If There Were 100 People On Earth
There are almost eight billion people in the world, and one of them is you! But what if there were only 100 people, what would life on Earth look like? Let’s create a micro-world of our own, populated by only 100 people and find out! How many people would be from Asia? How many from North America? Would everyone in our mic Read More...
Impossible Planet
Recommended: Video Librarian, Educational Media Reviews Online Our planet generates an incredible amount of extraordinary phenomenon. A lot of these wonders can be reasonably explained but others baffle even the most experienced scientists.Impossible Planet takes viewers on a journey around the globe to Read More...
Jews & Muslims: Intimate Strangers
Also Available in French. "The most honest, historically accurate, and balanced treatment of the past and contemporary history of Muslim-Jewish relations I have ever seen." Dr. Mark R. Cohen, Professor of Near East Read More...
JFK's Women: A Danger To National Security?
John F. Kennedy – the President who risked his political career in return for sex. Using recently released FBI files and eyewitness accounts, this documentary reveals JFK's long string of affairs and lovers in the context of events at the time. The historical significance of his dalliances is heightened by the fac Read More...
Joan Miró: The Inner Fire
Thirty years after his death, Joan Miró has become an iconic figure in the art world. The more time passes, the more his work becomes universal, going beyond borders and genres. His work lives outside of museums, on the walls of prestigious institutions, and his influence extends into design and architecture and is visibl Read More...
Korea: Stories From A Still Divided Country
Produced in association with Korea Creative Content Agency, The Foundation Broadcast for Culture, RTBF, Chosun TV, NHKKorea, orphan of the Cold War, remains a divided country. The North, still supported by Beijing, is run as a communist regime with Stalinist overtones. The South, heavily supported by Washington, is ruled as a Read More...
Let Freedom Ring Collection
A Collection of documentaries by George Ciampa "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction....It must be fought for, protected, and handed on to them (future generations) to do the same.” - Ronald Reagan The mission of LET FREEDOM RING is to educate young adults on the meaning and Read More...
Lewis & Clark Expedition, The
Recommended: School Library Journal, Video Librarian• Program 1: Includes St. Louis to the Continental Divide • Program 2: Includes Continental Divide to the Pacific OceanIn 1803 US President Thomas Read More...
Life In The Palace: Historic Asian Monarchies Series
This intriguing documentary series takes viewers back to a time not long ago when much of the world was ruled by powerful monarchies. The viewer witnesses the daily goings-on in the palaces of 17th century China, Korea, and Japan, retold by experts in the politics and social life of the day. Using original documents an Read More...
Links To History: Life In The Shadows Of China's Great Wall
Although today only about 20% of it is in its original form, the Great Wall of China remains a fabulous witness to the Empire’s history. Through three compelling documentaries we encounter the people who live within the confines of its shadows. Quite different from ordinary Chinese citizens, their history and fate are Read More...
Lost Army, The: Condemned To Hide In Order To Exist
A film by LEE Li-Saho As the Pacific War ends with the capitulation of Japan in 1945, large territories occupied until then by the Japanese Imperial forces are liberated, among them Korea, Formosa (now Taiwan) and large parts of Southern China. The latter will see the emergence of a violent civil war between the Nationalis Read More...
Magda Goebbels: The Life and Times of a Fanatic
In Adolf Hitler’s bunker in Berlin, bombarded day and night by the Russian army, an elegant woman of around 40 poisons her six children before committing suicide. Her name was Magda Goebbels, and she was the wife of the notorious and sinister propaganda minister, Joseph Goebbels, and the Third Reich’s t Read More...
Magnificent Italia Series
Recommended Video Librarian Take an unprecedented journey through Italy. Soar high above the magnificent peaks of the Alps, to the rural fields of Tuscany, to the breathtaking coastal regions of Umbria and Basilicata, to the romantic canals of Venice and to the historical streets of ancient Rome. Bear witness to an inexhau Read More...
Maple Syrup: Smoke & Kettles
It’s a beautiful spring day for a visit to the “Sugarbush” where young viewers see firsthand the collection of sap for the making of maple syrup as it was hundreds of years ago. It begins with the frigid sap of winter and on to the glorious flavor of spring syrup. It is an interesting process that is rich Read More...
Martin Buber: Itinerary Of A Humanist
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online After Freud and Einstein, Martin Buber (1878-1965) was one of the best-known Jews of the 20th century. The emergence of Zionism, Nazism and the creation of the state of Israel were all major influences on the philosopher. He wrote extensively on the question of respec Read More...
Mekong Region, The: The Soul of Southeast Asia Series
Highly Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online For the armchair traveler or those who wish to learn more about the culture and current way of life of an area before a trip, The Mekong Region: Soul Of Southeast Asia provides an in-depth look at one of the fastest growing travel destinations in the world. Southeast Asi Read More...
Mountains & Life Series
Celebrating the most epic landscapes on Earth!Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted t Read More...
Muhammad: Five Centuries Of History Series
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online The genesis of Islam, the life of the Prophet, the holy book of the Quran, the Sunna, the Hadiths, the emergence of Muslim law and exegesis are all examined in Muhammad; as well as Arabs, their language and civilization. This series is broken down into five episodes t Read More...
Nelson Mandela: One Man
Directed by: Marilyn Higgins Nelson Mandela is a shining example of what one man can do to change the world. One Man navigates Mandella's life from his birth in a small village and an oppressive regime through his struggles to overcome prejudice and hate to unify a nation. Viewers will discover how Nelson Mandela's de Read More...
North America Geographic Regions and Landforms Series
North America has 8 distinct geographic regions running north to south and extending east to west. This series examines the climate, soil, vegetation, animal life and landforms of each diverse geographic region. The human impact on the area is also discussed. Concise maps outline the location and size of each region and computer Read More...
Olive Route Series, The
Documentaries inspired by Carol Drinkwater's bestselling books The Mediterranean region, one of the most beautiful and often visited areas of the world, is inextricably linked to the humble olive tree. This collection of documentaries takes an unforgettable journey across the Mediterranean, through beautiful towns and pictu Read More...
Once Were Enemies
US Tank Commander Lee Smith and Platoon Leader Bill Cumbaa return to the island of Peleliu 60 years after their WW II battle to meet former enemies Tsuchida Kiyokazu and Shinji Karasumaru. Now in their 80s, they relive this tragic time sharing secrets and personal stories. We feel their painful past and learn how time has c Read More...
Osama bin Laden: A Decade To Justice
Recommended: Booklist, Video Librarian A dramatic, powerful and at times unnerving retelling of the events leading up to and surrounding the death of the world's most wanted man.This documentary includes President Obama's Address to the Nation, a remembrance to 9/11, the decade long hunt to find Osama bin Laden, the rise Read More...
Overseas Chinese: North America
Chinese immigrants looking for a better life in North America had to pay the price of countless heartbreaks, humiliation and even death. Scattered like seeds on foreign soil, they had to struggle hard to take root, braving hostility, discrimination, and inequality. Having shed blood, sweat and tears, they have emerged from a cen Read More...
Overseas Chinese: Southeast Asia
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online“Wherever there is seawater, there are Chinese.” The Chinese have a long history of emigration, some for business, some for making a living, some for political reasons. Today, most Chinese who have emigrated from China live in Southeast Asia. Ch Read More...
Paul Gauguin: Paradise Beyond The Horizon
The island of Hiva Oa in the Marquesas is the final destination of the great traveler, Paul Gauguin. After Paris, Peru, Denmark, Brittany, Panama, Matinique and Tahiti, it was on this wild and remote island on the other side of the world that the painter set down his easel in 1901. What was he seeking on this Southern Pacif Read More...
Pocahontas And Captain John Smith: Love & Survival In The New World
At the beginning of the 17th century, Spain’s empire included vast expanses of the Americas. James I of England knows he must act quickly if he wants to establish his own colonies. Under the command of adventurer John Smith and others, a permanent English settlement was established in the New World. But it was Read More...
Reel China Collection- Volume 1
Today, communist ideals are thrown over board, one by one. They are replaced with a strange mixture of ultra-liberal recipes and Chinese solidarity, the ideology of which is yet to be written. This is the backdrop for an outstanding collection of compelling documentaries by Chinese filmmakers that tell us about the joy Read More...
Reel China Collection- Volume 2
Today, communist ideals are thrown over board, one by one. They are replaced with a strange mixture of ultra-liberal recipes and Chinese solidarity, the ideology of which is yet to be written. This is the backdrop for an outstanding collection of compelling documentaries by Chinese filmmakers that tell us about the joy Read More...
Rise Of Great Powers, The: A Defining Moment
Recommended: Video Librarian Two years in the making, Rise of Great Powers travels from ancient Rome to the United States of America in the 20th century to explore the nature of influence and power throughout history. Leading academics reveal the x factor that these nations had and others did not. T Read More...
River Valley Civilizations
For thousands of years mankind lived as hunters and gatherers. The advent of farming and domestication of animals allowed us to go from a simple nomadic lifestyle to building villages and ultimately the creation of civilizations. We take a close look at Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Indus Valley and China, and learn ho Read More...
Rivers Of North America Series
Recommended: School Library Journal, BooklistDesigned to stimulate young students this important series provides a unique look at the role great rivers have played and continue to play in the development of a nation. Beginning at the headwaters and meandering through majestic landscapes, the waters of these great rivers continue Read More...
Robberies Of The Century
They did it for money, for fame, and for thrills. They used disguises, cunning, and bravado. Pursued around the world, some got away with millions, others captured within days. They're the leaders and masterminds behind the 20th Century's greatest robberies. Read More...
Secrets of Archaeology Series
Recommended: School Library Journal, Video LibrarianTake a virtual reality tour of history's most intriguing ancient civilizations. Uncover the secrets of the pyramids as the Pharaohs reach for immortality, walk the streets of the Eternal City of Rome, relive a step-by-step reconstruction of Pompeii under the shadow of Read More...
Secrets Of The West
Explore the history, culture and stunning landscapes of the classic American West. Join scientists and adventurers as they explore the origins of the great western movement known as manifest destiny. Engage with university professors and park officials as they take you on a personal anthropological tour of the ancient Read More...
Shimon Peres: In My Words
A film by Samuel Lajus and Christiane Vulvert The story of a little Jewish boy who emigrated to Palestine in 1934 is a magnificent tale in and of itself. But then came his meetings with Ben Gurion, Sadat, Kennedy, Arafat, Bill Clinton…This 2-part documentary, filmed over a period of two years with Peres in Tel Av Read More...
Sons Of Vienna: The City Of Music
From the late eighteenth century through the end of the nineteenth century Vienna was never without a famous composer living and working within her friendly confines. It became known as music’s Golden Period. Charismatic young recording artists and concert soloists from around the world tell the story and play t Read More...
Speeches That Changed The World
Words and delivery can combine to galvanize an audience, creating ‘I remember where I was when...’ moments. JFK at the Brandenburg Gate or Martin Luther King at the Lincoln Memorial provide unforgettable examples that still stir today. This collection of classic speech excerpts contains not only inspiring o Read More...
Summer Palace: Secret Gardens of the Last Emperor's of China Series
Recommended: Video Librarian The Summer Palace, located approximately six miles from Beijing, covers over 700 acres. Within this vast area, a wide variety of palaces, gardens, pagodas, temples and other remarkable buildings can be found, representing a miniature model of the Middle Empire, a genuine living museum of Chinese Read More...
Symbols Of America Series
Recommended: Booklist, School Library JournalThis comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world’s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American Read More...
Tea Road To The Skies: A Journey On China's Most Ancient Road
It crosses the roof of the world, winding more than 2,400 tortuous miles across 20 mountain chains and two desert plateaus. It spans four great rivers, and cuts through the territory of 26 different ethnic groups. This is the ancient Tea Road, which opens Southwest China onto Tibet – and thereby Nepal, India, Per Read More...
Timelines Of Ancient Civilizations Series
Recommended: Booklist, School Library Journal Using an easy to follow progressive timeline from early beginning to more modern day, students will follow the emerging development and ultimate sophistication of these most notable civilizations. Broken down into sub-chapters of information, each DVD program covers the most importan Read More...
Tobacco Inc.: The Industry of Lies
"Nicotine isn’t addictive". These words are the ones that the tobacco industry’s seven most important leaders pronounced in front of the United States Congress. It was April 4th, 1994. Four years later, they had to pay a $200 billion fine and to make their archives public. Deep inside these millions of page Read More...
Travel Thru History Series
Travel Thru History is a unique, Emmy nominated travel series that explores diverse cities and historical sites around the world while experiencing the cultural, archaeological and architectural features of these unique locations. Titles include: Albany & Saratoga Springs, New York We’ll take the Albany capital t Read More...
Ukraine: The Birth Of A Nation Series
This balanced and highly informative four-part documentary series provides an unprecedented look at the cultural and political history of Ukraine. Interviews with historians combined with unique archival footage paints a raw and immediate portrait of a nation dramatically fighting for and maintaining its independence.DVD' Read More...
US Government: How It Works Series
While the complexities of the American political system have never been greater, the right visual aid can help students sift through them—and even develop a passion for the subject. This six-part series is an ideal tool for introducing and exploring key aspects of U.S. government and public policy. Using a combination Read More...
Wall Street Series: World Financial Center
Wall Street is in the news everyday; occupy Wall Street, bankers, greed, money, debt! But do we really understand what the fuss is all about? From its early dutch influenced beginning, to what has become the greatest economic crisis of our lifetime, this 10-part series puts it all in perspective. A must-have series of programs t Read More...
Walls Of The World: Security, Division & Unity
Recommended: Video Librarian, Educational Media Reviews Online Narrated by the 2018 Emmy® Award-winning actor Matthew Rhys, this compelling series explores six of the world’s most iconic walls and borders. From the crumbling ruins of ancient walls to brick barriers that are currently under constructi Read More...
Where Were You- Events That Changed The World
There are moments and events that change our psyche and the way we think and view the world. They have us glued to televisions screens, sitting by radios, surfing the internet and poring over newspapers just to find out more, to find out why. From 9/11; to Hurricane Katrina; to Tiananmen Square; they are the events that have for Read More...
Women of The Third Reich, The
German women have long been perceived as passive witnesses to the crimes of the Nazi regime. Yet the ideologists of the Third Reich used these women as an essential part of their system. This documentary will shatter the conventional image of these women. Loyal, indoctrinated, ambitious and fanatic, they were an integral part of Read More...
World Odysseys Series
Recommended: Video LibrarianA any time, top destination travel series that's remains relevant while the world changes.This 24-part series takes viewers on a magical trip to some of the most memorable and exotic destinations in the world. On location filming from both land and air adds a wonderful aesthetic to each episode. R Read More...
World Population, The
The world population; where we live, how we live and what we think the future will look like. Take a look at demographic trends and why they look the way they do. What do we mean by concepts like population pyramid, population growth, urbanization and migration? We will find out! Read More...
WORLDQuest Series
Recommended: BooklistBY EXPLORING OTHER CULTURES WE COME TO KNOW EACH OTHER, THE WORLD AND OURSELVES.This timeless 10-part series offers a comprehensive look at the development of the greatest countries the world has ever known. Journey through time to learn how these countries have blossomed into the marvels they are today. Eac Read More...
WWII’s Great Escapes: The Freedom Trails
Recommended: Video Librarian WWII’s Great Escapes follows explorer and former Royal Marine Monty Halls on the path of the Freedom Trails. Tens of thousands of men and women staked their lives following these little-known routes through unknown, enemy territory and out of Nazi occupied Europe. The Freedom Trails l Read More...