For centuries the telling of ghost stories has been a much-loved English tradition, and it's not only phantom specters that delight a susceptible audience. Witches, both good and evil have also been included in such terrifying tales for as long as anyone can remember. "Ghosts and Witches of Olde England" is a remarkable journey, touring around the country to explore some of the best examples of fright inducing folklore ever related.
An invading alien race bent on conquering humanity. The fear of the unknown. Intelligent insects, apocalyptic musings, time travel, mutant half-breeds, invisibility formulas, and mad scientists—such is the rich fantasy world imagined by H.G. Wells. With this exciting program, explore the motivations, the societal pressures, and the inspirations behind some of Wells’ most popular works, including “The War of the Worlds.” Learn more about the man whose political and sexual views were just as every bit revolutionary as his fiction. When H.G. Wells began his literary career he both shocked and thrilled the world by exposing the flaws and hypocrisy of Victorian society with his futuristic thinking and alternate views.
More than just a pretty face, suave screen legend Cary Grant brought depth and heart to his roles, from the dramatic North by Northwest to the hilarious Bringing Up Baby. A documentary of Grant's life.
A woman psychologist, who specialises in research about twins, is haunted by her dead mothers ghost.
For the first time, the complete filmed record of the "Crime of the Century" - the assassination of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States, on November 22, 1963 - an event that shocked the world. Featuring the famous Zapruder film and other rare and exclusive assassination films.
Charlie Chaplin's rise to fame in the pioneering days of the film industry is one of the most dramatic rags to riches stories ever told. Follow his success in detail with clips from his movies providing a backdrop to this ‚'Intimate Biography'.
A biography of Spencer Tracy by Delta Entertainment.
A television documentary about Laurel and Hardy.
Turn your television into a soothing seascape and enjoy the tranquil effects of colorful fish swimming through calm blue water without the hassles of cleaning, feeding, and maintenance. Offering the perfect way to relax, this program features footage of exotic fish in an undersea coral reef. Choose your favorite music track -- classical, New Age or jazz -- and prepare to melt into a serene and peaceful island in the middle of your hectic life.
