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  • Under the Boardwalk: The Monopoly Story (2011)

    Under the Boardwalk: The Monopoly Story (2011)

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    Format:   DVD
    Publisher:   NEW VIDEO GROUP (2012, Feb 14th).
    Pages:    1

    Product DescriptionA worldwide cultural phenomenon, the classic board game Monopoly® has been played by over a billion people in the last 75 years.UNDER THE BOARDWALK: THE MONOPOLY STORY presents the captivating stories about the game and those who play it, culminating with the high-stakes MONOPOLY® world championships held every four years. Leading up to the exciting coronation of a new champion in Las Vegas, the film follows some of the most colorful players in the game. They are lawyers and math teachers, defending champions and underdogs, all brought together by a shared love of the game.From helping WWII POWs escape to cropping up in movies and television since its inception, MONOPOLY®'s rich history is revealed in this fascinating documentary, narrated by Zachary Levi (Chuck). more

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  • Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls (2009)

    Topp Twins: Untouchable Girls (2009)

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    Format:   DVD
    Publisher:   Disinformation (2011, Nov 8th).
    Pages:    1

    Synopsis: Item Type: DVD MovieItem Rating: ""NRStreet Date: 11/08/11Wide Screen: yesDirector Cut: noSpecial Edition: noLanguage""ENGLISHForeign Film: noSubtitlesnoDubbed: noFull Frame: noRe-Release: noPackaging: ""Sleeve"" more

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  • Tibet in Song (2010)

    Tibet in Song (2010)

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    Format:   DVD
    Publisher:   New Yorker Video (2011, Oct 18th).
    Pages:    1

    Ngawang Choephel would have had a compelling film had he simply stuck to his own remarkable story.... [but it] is doubly powerful because he also weaves in the overall history of Tibet's struggle... -- --Neil Genzlinger, The New York TimesAn impassioned documentary that functions as both a tour of a fading world of song and dance and a cry of rage at its snuffing out. -- --Ty Burr, The Boston GlobeWe highly recommend this beautiful and important film. We encourage you to not only help support our dear friend Ngawang, but also to raise awareness about his important film, and the importance of preserving and respecting world cultures and promoting artistic freedom. -- --Amnesty International USA Web Log more

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