Cleopatra

"Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton and Rex Harrison star in this sweeping tale of power and betrayal - the legendary story of Cleopatra and her conquest of Julius Caesar and Marc Antony."

The Prince and the Pauper

"In the London of 1537, two boys resembling each other exactly meet accidentally and exchange 'roles' for a short while. After many adventures, the prince regains his rightful identity and graciously makes his 'twin' a ward of the court."

Greyfriars Bobby

"Here's the remarkable true story of one of Scotland's most beloved and celebrated heroes, a terrier named Bobby. The enduring friendship forged between a tenderhearted shepherd known simply as Old Jock and his devoted Bobby cannot be broken, even by the kindly old man's death. Set in bustling Victorian Edinburgh and the breathtaking Scottish countryside, this is a sensitive tale of uncommon loyalty and affection that is certain to delight and inspire one and all."

Jojo Rabbit

"Writer/director Taika Waititi (director of THOR: RAGNAROK and HUNT FOR THE WILDERPEOPLE) brings his signature style of humor and pathos to his latest film, JOJO RABBIT, a World War II satire that follows a lonely German boy (Roman Griffin Davis as Jojo) whose world view is turned upside down when he discovers his single mother (Scarlett Johansson) is hiding a young Jewish girl (Thomasin McKenzie) in their attic. In spite of his idiotic imaginary friend, Adolf Hitler (Waititi), Jojo confronts his blind nationalism."

The Liberty Story

"Walt Disney presents a combination live-action and animated drama of America's historical fight for freedom. Includes a segment from Johnny Tremain, depicting the Boston Tea Party and the battle at Concord, and is followed by Ben and Me."

Hamilton

"An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of 'Hamilton' combines the best elements of live theatre, film and streaming to bring the cultural phenomenon to homes around the world for a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience. 'Hamilton' is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, 'Hamilton' has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre-a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education." Filmed at The Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway in June of 2016, the film transports its audience into the world of the Broadway show in a uniquely intimate way. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and direction by Thomas Kail, 'Hamilton' is inspired "

LA 92

"Twenty-five years after the verdict in the Rodney King trial sparked several days of protests, violence and looting in Los Angeles, LA 92 immerses viewers in that tumultuous period through stunning and rarely seen archival footage. Produced by two-time Oscar winner Simon Chinn and Emmy winner Jonathan Chinn and directed by Oscar winners Dan Lindsay and TJ Martin, the film looks at the events of 1992 from a multitude of vantage points, bringing a fresh perspective to a pivotal moment that reverberates to this day."

The Crucible

"The 1692 Salem witch trials are brought vividly to life in this compelling adaptation of Arthur Miller's play, directed by Nicholas Hytner, which stars Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder. When a group of teenage girls is accused of witchcraft, they accuse various townspeople as having bewitched them. As hysteria mounts, blameless victims are torn from their homes, leading to a devastating climax."

9/11 The Plane That Hit The Pentagon

"On September 11, 2001, one hundred and eighty-four innocent people lost their lives at the Pentagon. It is a fact that is fading from our collective memory. Today, it's not uncommon to find people who don't know that the Pentagon was even a target - let alone the huge number of casualties. Though they helped define a generation, the individual acts of bravery and heroism that took place at the Pentagon are still relatively unknown. This documentary delivers the most complete and largely untold story of what happened behind the walls of one of America's most secretive buildings on September 11, 2001, the day that forever changed the world."

George W. Bush: The 9/11 Interview

"National Geographic Channel presents George W. Bush: The 9/11 Interview, a documentary offering exclusive first-person insight from the former president on what he was thinking and feeling and what drove the real-time, life-or-death decisions he faced in response to the most lethal terrorist attacks ever on U.S. soil."

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