Ghosts and Witches of Olde England

Cary Grant: A Gentleman's Gentleman

More than just a pretty face, suave screen legend Cary Grant brought depth and heart to his roles, from the dramatic North by Northwest to the hilarious Bringing Up Baby. A documentary of Grant's life.

Narnia & Beyond: Chronicles of C.S. Lewis

"The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" by C.S. Lewis is a 20th Century Classic. But the man behind the magical world of Narnia is the key to an even greater true story. This DVD opens the real wardrobe door to reveal the true life of Clive Staples Lewis, better known throughout his life as "Jack". Retrace his footsteps from his childhood home in Northern Ireland to Oxford, where C.S. Lewis lived the quiet life of a University Professor. Understand the hidden imagination behind Aslan the lion, Mr & Mrs Beaver, Susan & Edmund and the White Witch! C.S. Lewis' most famous work inspired the Hollywood Movie industry - in his own story there is tragedy, joy, love, war, faith and peace.

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein - A Documentary

Documentary about "Frankenstein" author Marry Shelley and the various influences that lead her to create the mythical scientist and his monster.

Pirates: Dead Men Tell Their Tales - The True Story of the Pirates of the Caribbean, A Documentary

Step back in time and sort fact from fiction and discover the magic of the real Pirates of the Caribbean - investigating the stories of Blackbeard, Sir Henry Morgan, Captain Kidd, including the notorious women Pirates, Anne Bonny and Mary Read.

Rural Britain - A Novel Approach

Part travelogue, part history lesson - travel through the British countryside in the footsteps of some of the greatest English authors of all-time. Visit locations that inspired them and learn the history of the sites. See where Jane Austen, the Brontë sisters, Charles Dickens, George Eliot, Thomas Hardy and D.H. Lawrence lived and wrote. Step into "Literary Landscapes" of Rural Britain.

World War 2 - The Call of Duty: A Complete Timeline

Track the main events of World War II with the help of remarkable archive footage and see exactly what happened, and when. Learn about Pearl Harbor, The Battle of Britain, D-Day, the dropping of the atomic bomb and more. From the early battles right through to the complexities of the endgame, this extensive 24 episode series shines a spotlight on a period of history that should never be forgotten.

Alfred Hitchcock: More Than Just a Profile

No one comes close to the undisputed master of the macabre and suspense as Alfred Hitchcock. The rotund figure of the smiling, unassuming Englishman is as recognizable as his work, thanks in part to his wonderful cameo appearances and to having crafted such classics like Psycho, The Birds, Rear Window, and Dial M For Murder. Hitchcock is a name that no one will soon forget. There is, however, another incredible story to be told here - that of the great director Alfred Hitchcock himself.

Charlie Chaplin: His Life & Work

Charlie Chaplin's rise to fame in the pioneering days of the film industry is one of the most dramatic rags to riches stories ever told. Follow his success in detail with clips from his movies providing a backdrop to this ‚'Intimate Biography'.

Alexander the Great: Footsteps in the Sand

Visionary warrior, ambitious youth, angry son, ruthless conqueror. Such words have been used to describe Alexander the Great. But who exactly was this proclaimed man? When he set out to conquer the world way back in the 4th Century BC, not even the erstwhile philosophers of Ancient Greece could have predicted that the 20 year old would bend the course of history to his will, and make a name for himself that was never to be forgotten.

Bob Nudd guide to Carp and Tench on the Pole

A large Carp or Tench on a ten meter Pole is one of the most exciting experiences for the coarse fisherman. But how many are successfully landed? Join four times World Coarse Fishing Champion Bob Nudd as he bags fish up to six pounds at the superb Meadowlands Fisheries in the West Midlands. A truly successful session in excellent conditions, giving all pleasure and would be match anglers a superb guide in this latest of the highly acclaimed series of Bob Nudd videos.

The Hitler Conspiracies

A closer look at those who tried to rid the world of Hitler, including many within his organization. The story of the German Resistance is one that is rarely heard, but the bravery of the conspirators, despite their lack of success in stopping Hitler in his tracks, is nothing short of heroic. In 1944, Operation Valkyrie and Colonel Count Claus von Stauffenberg got within striking distance of assassinating the Fuhrer..

Brontë Country: The Story of Emily, Charlotte & Anne Brontë

Travel back to Victorian Britain and wander the cobbled streets of Haworth to the sites that inspired the great Brontë sisters’ classic novels.

Edgar Allan Poe: Master of the Macabre

An exciting documentary following in the footsteps of Edgar Allan Poe to discover the mystery behind the man who wrote such classics as "The Raven," "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Black Cat," and countless others.

Jack the Ripper's London

Merging both modern footage of what remains of the Jack the Ripper murder trail with some of the oldest and least known archive materials captured from police records, press and documents of the time. Some graphic content included. Get a glimpse of unsolved historical murders that went on to create one of the most notorious and famous characters to have never been caught in the last 2 centuries.

Masters of Angling, Featuring Bob Nudd, Bait Secrets Maggot and Caster Fishing

When it comes to successful anglers, there are few as consistant as Bob Nudd MBE, four times World Coarse Angling Champion. Respected wherever he fishes, Bob has the ability to read any water at speed, and choosing the right bait is something he does instinctively, and in this film, he will demonstrate how he uses maggot and caster to great effect. With maggots being ideal for tempting so many species to the bank, they are always a popular choice. Bob will show how to present this bait, as well as explaining the use of casters in conjunction with maggots.

Aromatherapy: Using Essential Oils to Enhance Wellness and Vitality - A Day at the Spa Collection

Discover more about Aromatherapy with the help of a very experienced Aromatherapist, a range of the most popular essential oils are explained and the best ways in which to use them.

Twins of Evil

While dabbling in Satanism, Count Karstein resurrects Mircalla Karnstein who initiates him into vampirism. As a rash of deaths afflicts the village, Gustav the head of Puritan group leads his men to seek out and destroy the pestilence. One of his twin nieces has become inflicted with the witchcraft but Gustav's zeal and venom has trapped the innocent Maria, threatening her with a tortuous execution, whilst Frieda remains free to continue her orgy of evil.

Assassination Nation

After an anonymous hacker begins leaking the private data of thousands living in a small American town, the townspeople spiral into madness, with four high school seniors at the center of the maelstrom.

Warlock

In 17th century New England, witch hunter Giles Redferne captures an evil warlock, but the conjurer eludes death with supernatural help. Flung into the future, the warlock winds up in the 1980s and plans to bring about the end of the world. Redferne follows the enchanter into the modern era and continues his mission, but runs into trouble in such unfamiliar surroundings. With the help of a young woman, can Redferne finally defeat the warlock?

Day of Wrath

In a Danish village in the early 1600s, a young woman named Anne, whose mother was thought to be a witch, develops sympathy toward an old woman, Marte, who is accused of witchcraft. The intervention of Anne's older but kindly husband, Pastor Absalon saved her mother -- but now, urged on by his overbearing mother, he refuses to help Marte. When Absalon's son returns home and is attracted to Anne, it's a matter of time before her family destiny catches up with her.

Witchfinder General

England, 1645. The cruel civil war between Royalists and Parliamentarians that is ravaging the country causes an era of chaos and legal arbitrariness that allows unscrupulous men to profit by exploiting the absurd superstitions of the peasants; like Matthew Hopkins, a monster disguised as a man who wanders from town to town offering his services as a witch hunter.