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America: The Story of Us: Revolution
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America: The Story of Us: Revolution

2010Runtime:0 minutes
The colonies declare independence, taking on the British; George Washington is near defeat, but new tactics turn the tide; A new nation is born.

Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Rebels
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    America: The Story of Us: Rebels

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    From Jamestown to Plymouth, early settlers fight to survive; Tobacco sows seeds of opportunity in the south and the north becomes a trade powerhouse.

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Division
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    America: The Story of Us: Division

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    The Erie Canal brings big risk and bigger reward; In the South, slavery fuels a growing divide; Violence flares and abolitionists stand for freedom.

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Disc 3
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    America: The Story of Us: Disc 3

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    This disc includes the following episodes: "Bust," "WWII," "Superpower" and "Millennium."

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Westward
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    America: The Story of Us: Westward

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    Trailblazing pioneers set out to conquer the vast continent west of the mountains, but find the land already claimed.

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Civil War
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    America: The Story of Us: Civil War

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    The Civil War rages; The Confederate army can't match the Union's technology; railroads, supply lines and telegrams become new weapons in modern war.

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
    • rating: Average Rating

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    America: The Story of Us: Disc 2
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    America: The Story of Us: Disc 2

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    This disc includes the following episodes: "Civil War," "Heartland," "Cities" and "Boom."

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Cities
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    America: The Story of Us: Cities

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    Urban life introduces a new breed of social ills, set against the backdrop of stunning skylines and ambitious innovations.

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    Bill Moyers: Genesis: A Living Conversation: Blessed Deception
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    Bill Moyers: Genesis: A Living Conversation: Blessed Deception

    1996Runtime:0 minutes
    By engineering Isaac's blessing on Jacob, does Rebecca become the heroine of the story, or simply a schemer? And what of Esau, her passed-over son?

    Directed by:

  • Catherine Tatge
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    The Second City: The First Family of Comedy: Episode 3
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    The Second City: The First Family of Comedy: Episode 3

    2006Runtime:0 minutes
    Host Joe Flaherty wraps up this Second City retrospective with a look at the troupe's most notable alumni, from Dan Aykroyd to Tina Fey.

    Directed by:

  • Sharon Bartlett
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    America: The Story of Us: Disc 1
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    America: The Story of Us: Disc 1

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    This disc includes the following episodes: "Rebels," "Revolution," "Westward" and "Division."

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    The Second City: The First Family of Comedy: Episode 2
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    The Second City: The First Family of Comedy: Episode 2

    2006Runtime:0 minutes
    In the second installment of this Second City retrospective, host Scott Thompson connects the Chicago institution to the Canadian sketch show "SCTV."

    Directed by:

  • Sharon Bartlett
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    The Second City: The First Family of Comedy: Episode 1
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    The Second City: The First Family of Comedy: Episode 1

    2006Runtime:0 minutes
    Actor-comedian Dave Thomas hosts the first installment of this Second City retrospective that serves as a primer about the Chicago institution's past.

    Directed by:

  • Sharon Bartlett
    • rating: Average Rating

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    America: The Story of Us: Heartland
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    America: The Story of Us: Heartland

    2010Runtime:0 minutes
    The Transcontinental Railroad unites the nation; Native American civilizations decline; Cattle replace wild buffalo; Cowboys become an American icon.

    Directed by:

  • Nick Green
  • Marion Milne
  • Andrew Chater
  • Jenny Ash
  • Clare Beavan
  • Renny Bartlett
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    Now and Then
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    Now and Then

    1995Runtime:0 minutes
    Waxing nostalgic about the bittersweet passage from childhood to puberty in this tender coming-of-age tale, four childhood girlfriends -- Teeny, Chrissy, Samantha and Roberta -- recall the magical summer of 1970. During their walk down memory lane, they reconcile experiences with boys, secrets, bullies and more. Lesli Linka Glatter directs; Gaby Hoffmann, Ashleigh Aston Moore, Cloris Leachman, Thora Birch and Christina Ricci co-star.

    Directed by:

  • Lesli Linka Glatter
    • rating:3.8 3.8 Average Rating

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    Now and Then (1995)
    A heartwarming movie about four childhood girlfriends who, in adulthood reunion, relive their experience of the life-changing summer of 1970, including a mystery death, divorce, standing up to the boys, first kiss, and the meaning of true friendship. Each explores her unique identity amidst family and friends. Beautifully directed by Lesli Linka Glatter.
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