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The Dragon Life of Bruce Lee - DVD
DVD Film - The true story of kung fu film actor Bruce Lee's journey from the streets of Hong Kong to the limelight of the global entertainment industry. Jason Scott Lee and Lauren Holly star in this unforgettable look into the life, loves and indomitable spirit of the legendary Bruce Lee. From a young age, Lee has been aware of his dream to open his own kung fu school in America. He is soon discovered by a Hollywood producer (Robert Wagner) and begins a meteoric rise to fame as one of the most charismatic action heroes in film history. Bruce Lee became an international star, but only for a short time.
The Mystery of Blood - DVD
DVD Film - The year is 1895. The young doctor Jan Janský wants to devote himself to surgery. Intrigue, nepotism and existential necessity force him to accept a place in a psychiatric clinic.
Mikoláš Ales - DVD
DVD Film - The film touches on an important period of national life in the 19th century - the building, fire and rebuilding of the National Theatre.
Doctor Death - DVD
DVD Film - The cast: Al Pacino. Is this the face of the killer? In 1990, Dr. Jack Kevorkian stunned the world when he openly ended the debate on the value of life with his "mercy machine" and performed the first assisted suicide. Doctor Death, starring Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Al Pacino, is the story of a man and his obsession to challenge the rules by which we live and die - and his stubborn, honest determination to break the law because of it. Other roles will be played by Oscar® winner Susan Sarandon, Danny Huston, Emmy® winner Brenda Vaccaro and Emmy® winner John Goodman.
Young man with trumpet - DVD
DVD Film - A lonely boy grows into a man with only a second-hand trumpet and the loving advice of a great bluesman. He becomes an accomplished musician whose talent takes him from wanderings to swanky nightclubs.
Michael Collins - DVD
DVD Film - The cast: Liam Neeson, Julia Roberts. Follow the inspiring transformation of Michael Collins from respected statesman to political martyr. A century ago, this courageous leader of the Irish Republican Army fought a fierce battle in the name of civil rights and Ireland's independence from Britain, combining espionage with urban guerrilla warfare. Liam Neeson, Aidan Quinn, Stephen Rea, Alan Rickman and Academy Award winner Julia Roberts star in Neil Jordan's historical epic.
Born on the 4th of July - DVD
DVD Film - Tom Cruise gives a riveting performance as Vietnam veteran Ron Kovic in Oliver Stone's masterpiece.
Judy - DVD
DVD Film - Judy Garland is a phenomenal singer and successful actress who has been America's sweetheart since childhood. Her talent has captivated millions of viewers around the world and her career is literally a dream come true. But everything has a price.
Big Adventure - DVD
DVD Film - Emil Holub returned to Prague in 1878 after a seven-year stay in South Africa.
The Runaways - DVD
DVD Film - The cast: Kristen Stewart, Dakota Fanning. It's 1975 and they're about to explode. One of the first girl rock bands ever, The Runaways formed in the mid-1970s. Under the leadership of the charismatic Joan Jett, the group of girls quickly become famous. but a lot of fame means a lot of problems, especially when their ideas of the future are so different. The band's rapid rise may be followed by an even steeper fall.
Fair Game - DVD
DVD Film - The cast: Sean Penn, Naomi Watts. Inspired by a true story. From the director of "Agent Without a Past". Valerie (Naomi Watts) works as a senior CIA officer in the Counter-Proliferation Division. In the course of his investigation into Iraq's weapons strategy, he discovers that, despite the US government's assurances, Iraq does not have a nuclear weapons programme. Meanwhile, Valerie's husband Joe (Sean Penn) is sent to Africa to verify the truth of the rumours about the sale of enriched uranium to Iraq. However, he does not uncover any suspicious trading and writes an article about the outcome of his mission for The New York Times.
Grand Duke Jaroslav - DVD
DVD Film - Historical film about battles with barbarians. Year 1010, Kievan Rus. Kievan Rus consists of many smaller principalities ruled by the sons of Grand Duke Vladimir of Kiev. But marauding bands are plundering Russian lands and enslaving thousands of people. In the northeast of the empire lies the most distant principality - Rostov. Young Prince Jaroslav is put in charge of this when he is only 11 years old. As Jaroslav grows, he gradually consolidates his power. He decides to build a fortress on the Volga to stop the raiders. He tries to unite the surrounding tribes, but is captured by the pagan tribe of "Bears".
Bright Star - DVD - Film X edition
DVD Film - The cast: Ben Whishaw, Abbie Cornish, Kerry Fox. A young poet, John Keats, meets his neighbour, Fanny Brawne, and although they are different in character, they fall passionately in love. But the deep feeling that would affect not only their lives but also Keats's work would be cruelly affected by the poet's terminal illness.
Legends of the Wild West DVD 1 - Custer's Last Stand
DVD Film - Just one step away from victory? Myths versus truth. The Battle of the Little Big Horn is one of the most famous defeats of the U.S. Army in its battles with the Indians. It is intrinsically linked to the name of General George Arnstrong Custer, and although it is such a well-known figure and event, there are still many question marks and myths surrounding it. What really happened in the battle and how did Custer die? The answers to these and other questions will be found in this unique documentary, which also brings together long-ignored testimonies of Native Americans.
The Man Who Knew Infinity - DVD
DVD Film - The true story of a friendship that changed mathematics forever.
Colette: A Story of Passion - DVD
DVD Film - Young Colette writes her first semi-autobiographical novel about a heroine named Claudine. It is a phenomenal success, but it is written under the name of her older husband. Colette will have to fight for her authorship, and at the same time overcome the binding contemporary ideas about women's fashion, sexuality and independence.
Sylvie - DVD
DVD Film - This cinematic tale of romance and tragedy exposes the myth of a legendary American writer and recalls one of the most devastating fatal loves of our time. The year is 1956. Sylvia Plath is studying at the prestigious English University of Cambridge and writing her first literary attempts. Here she meets the poet Ted Hughes and a fateful love is born that will follow Sylvia throughout her life. At first, Ted too is strongly influenced by a romantic relationship with a woman who understands and admires his work, but after the marriage, things change. Sylvia wants to go to the United States to see her mother, Ted prefers to live in England, and he returns to his bachelor habits.
Legends of the Wild West DVD 3 - Gunfight at the O.K. Corral
DVD Film - The most infamous pistol shooter. 30 seconds between life and death. Wyatt Earp was probably the most famous lawman in the Wild West. However, his reputation was tarnished by the legendary shootout at O. K. Corral left three dead and two seriously wounded. Wyatt Earp is on trial. But was he really guilty? This document seeks to find the key to the truth of a long-forgotten process.
Legends of the Wild West DVD 2 - Billy the Kid
DVD Film - The most famous gunslinger. Lover, joker, father... and murderer? William Bonney, known as Billy the Kid, was loved by all and became a legend of the West. Before his death at the age of twenty-one, he had already killed seven men. These murders have made him the most wanted man in the country. Yet the governor of New Mexico secretly promised him a pardon. Why? This documentary reveals the startling truth about the infamous gunman through a detailed examination of court records, letters and press reports.
The Disaster Artist: the amazing flop - DVD
DVD Film - Disaster Artist revolves around the making of the cult flop The Room, directed by Tommy Wiseau.
Milan Rastislav Štefánik - DVD
DVD Film - Štefánik was one of the people who significantly contributed to the establishment of the independent Czechoslovak state. His life was colourful.
Birth of a Champion - DVD
DVD Film - The cast: Sandra Bullock. A film based on an extraordinary true story. Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron) doesn't know much about the family. And even less about football. The unattached teenager knows mostly the streets and neighborhoods of Memphis. Well-to-do Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) can't imagine the world in which Michael moves. Yet Michael finds a home when the two meet. And something equally subversive to Touhy: Another beloved son and brother. This true story of a family and Michael's rise to football stardom will captivate you with its mix of sporting action and poignant emotion.
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