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Pub. Date
2010
Summary
The remarkable true story of Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own.
"Unforgettable! An inspiring and extraordinary true story."--Boxoffice Magazine
"...uplifting and entertaining..."--Variety
"Without restraint or...
Pub. Date
[2022]
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Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald's growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on...
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Ariel is a fun-loving and mischievous mermaid who is enchanted with all things human. Disregarding her father's order to stay away from the world above the sea, she swims to the surface and, in a raging storm, rescues Prince Eric, the man of her dreams. Determined to be human, she strikes a bargain with the devious sea witch, Ursula, and trades her fins and beautiful voice for legs. With her best friend Flounder, and her reluctant chaperon Sebastian...
Pub. Date
2008
Summary
Frank and April Wheeler are a young couple living in suburban Connecticut in 1955. On the outside their lives appear to be perfect, but they really aren't happy. They decide to break away from the ordinary and move to Paris, but can they do it without breaking their marriage apart? Includes commentary, deleted scenes, and featurette.
"This film is so good it is devastating."--Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"...as gripping and relevant now as it...
Summary
The first chapter in Peter Jackson's new epic trilogy set in Middle Earth 60 years before J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the rings saga. Follow Bilbo Baggins as he's swept into a quest to reclaim the Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached by the wizard Gandalf, Bilbo joins a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield. Along the way they face many dangers; Bilbo meets Gollum and takes...
Pub. Date
[2023]
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Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M'Baku, Okoye, and the Dora Milaje, fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T'Challa's death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.
Pub. Date
[2022]
Summary
The explosive origin story of Tom Clancys action hero John Kelly, an elite Navy SEAL whose life is changed forever after uncovering an international conspiracy. Torn between personal honor and loyalty to his country, he fights his enemies without remorse if he hopes to avert disaster.
Series
New Line platinum volume 0
Summary
The Fellowship divides to conquer, as Frodo and Sam, with the help and hindrance of Gollum, continue on their way to Mount Doom. Gandalf and Pippin ride to Minas Tirith to help defend Gondor, while Merry remains with Eowyn and the other Rohan fighters. Aragorn, Legolas, and Gimli seek aid from those that live in the Cursed Mountains. All these battles have one ultimate goal in mind: to distract the Eye of Sauron and buy Frodo as much time as possible...
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"Frodo Baggins and the Fellowship continue their quest to destroy the One Ring and stand against the evil of the dark lord Sauron. The Fellowship has divided and now find themselves taking different paths to defeating Sauron and his allies. Their destinies now lie at two towers - Orthanc Tower in Isengard, where the corrupted wizard Saruman waits and Sauron's fortress at Baraddur, deep within the dark lands of Mordor."--Amazon.com.
11) The big sleep
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Lexile Measure
660L
Summary
The Big Sleep (1939) is a hardboiled crime novel by Raymond Chandler, the first to feature detective Philip Marlowe. The work has been adapted twice into film, once in 1946 and again in 1978. The story is set in Los Angeles, California and is noted for its complexity, with many characters double-crossing one another and many secrets being exposed throughout the narrative. The title is a euphemism for death; it refers to a rumination in the
...Pub. Date
2009
Summary
A look at two hectic weeks in the life of a Hollywood producer as he tries to balance the egos of major stars, studio executives, artistic directors, and agents while dealing with two ex-wives and a family crisis. Bonus features include exclusive interview with Robert De Niro.
"There's no denying the talent behind the film..."--TV Guide
"...laugh-out-loud lines, and its portrait of Hollywood as a giant anxiety attack is fused by De Niro."--Entertainment...
14) The box
Pub. Date
2010
Summary
What if someone gave you a box containing a button that, if pushed, would bring you a million dollars...but simultaneously take the life of someone you don't know? Would you do it? Norma and Arthur face an impossible moral dilemma. What they don't realize is that no matter what they decide, terrifying consequences have already been set in motion.
"...kept me involved and intrigued..."--Roger Ebert
"...creepy, entertainingly orchestrated..."--Boston...
15) Angels & demons
Pub. Date
2009
Summary
Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon discovers evidence of the resurgence of the most powerful underground organization in history, the Illuminati. Upon learning of an unstoppable terrorist act against the Vatican, Langdon travels to Rome and joins forces with Italian scientist Vittoria Vetra, and together they will follow the 400-year-old Path of Illumination that leads to the Vatican's only chance for survival. Includes featurettes.
"'Angels & Demons'...
16) Peter Rabbit 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
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Summary
Bea, Thomas, and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can't seem to shake his mischievous reputation. Adventuring out of the garden, Peter finds himself on the mean streets of the city where his mischief is appreciated, but when his family risks everything to come looking for him, Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be.
17) The informant!
Pub. Date
2010
Summary
The U.S. government decides to go after an agri-business giant with a price-fixing accusation based on the evidence submitted by their star witness, vice president turned informant Mark Whitacre. The FBI needs evidence, so Whitacre eagerly agrees to wear a wire and carry a hidden tape recorder in his briefcase, imagining himself as a kind of de facto secret agent.
"...a hoot, an ever-escalating tale of corporate crime, greed and out-and-out craziness."--Arizona...
Pub. Date
2010
Summary
Reporter Bob Wilton is in search of his next big story when he encounters Lyn Cassady, a shadowy figure who claims to be part of an experimental U.S. military unit. With unparalleled psychic powers, they can read the enemy's thoughts, pass through solid walls, and even kill a goat simply by staring at it.
"...irreverent and lighthearted."--USA Today
"A likable, lightweight, absurdist comedy."--New York Times
"...remarkably entertaining."--Arizona...
19) Hamlet
Pub. Date
[2007]
Summary
In this first-ever full-text film of William Shakespeare's work, the Prince of Denmark, Hamlet, returns home to find his father murdered and his mother remarrying the murderer. Meanwhile, war is brewing.
20) Fluke
Pub. Date
2001
Summary
"Tom Johnson had it all: a loving wife, an adorable son and a parntership in a growing company. But when a car crash takes his life, he is forced to start over again, this time as... a dog! Tom awakens in the body of Fluke, a canine who happily romps around a junkyard until visions of his former life become too strong to ignore. Compelled to find his original family, Fluke makes every attempt to work his way back into the their lives. However, there...
