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Follows the life of American artist Georgia O'Keeffe and her tumultuous relationship with her husband, photographer Alfred Stieglitz. As their relationship suffers, Alfred takes a younger lover. Georgia's search for solace moves her west, where she finds new inspiration for her paintings, and ultimately her own voice, in the New Mexico landscape.
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A documentary about the life and legend Nina Simone, an American singer, pianist, and civil rights activist labeled the High Priestess of Soul. This includes a bonus CD of her works which features the classics I Loves You Porgy; Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out; I Put a Spell on You; and many more.
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Follow the young life of an adorable polar bear cub who beat the odds to not only thrive but become one of the most famous bears in the world. Learn how a caring Berlin zookeeper takes care of him, and of how a trio of polar bear newborns and two orphaned brown bears get into all sorts of mischief.
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In February 1972, celebrated jazz musician Lee Morgan was shot dead by his common-law wife Helen during a gig at a club in New York City. The murder sent shockwaves through the jazz community, and the memory of the event still haunts those who knew the Morgans. This feature documentary by filmmaker Kasper Collin is a love letter to two unique personalities and the music that brought them together.
6) Kit Carson
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The legendary trapper, scout, and soldier is brought to vivid life in this film which draws upon rich archival materials, original recreations, and interviews.
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General George S. Patton finally goes too far by defending ex-Nazi government officials, and General Eisenhower removes Patton from his command. Patton is put in charge of writing a history of World War II. On the eve of his retirement, a traffic accident brings the onset of the general's last battle.
10) The Temptations
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Presents a history of the rhythm and blues group, the Temptations, including their meteoric rise to fame and the rivalries that threatened to tear them apart.
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The real story of America's most beloved music icon: a visual journey through the life of the man and his music. Exclusive photos and footage from his childhood home in Dyess, Arkansas to his early concerts. Plus a never before seen film of his White House performance for President Richard Nixon.
12) Derrida
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Documentary about French philosopher Jacques Derrida. Combines excerpts of his speaking to groups, interviews, and biographical materials.
13) Ellis Island
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Immigrants of every ethnic background recall their extraordinary adventures, historians explore the sometimes insensitive national policies, and the Ellis Island Oral History Project reveals what the immigration experience was actually like. Features rare photographs and film.
14) Lust for life
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Kirk Douglas gives a fierce portrayal as Vincent Van Gogh, the artist torn between the joyous inspiration of his genius and the dark desperation of his tormented mind.
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