100 Years Of Universal Unforgettable Characters

A fascinating compilation tracing the development of British trains throughout the 20th century. This program provides a record of the greatest days of steam; the magnificent express engines developed by the 'Big Four' - the GWR, SR, LNER, and LMS; many famous named trains like the Golden Arrow and the Brighton Belle, the War and Nationalism; and the amazing variety of elder locos from the 1950's.

This program recaptures the days when trains dominated our towns and cities. Relive the hustle and bustle of the horse age, the excitement surrounding the new electric trams, and the smoke and grime of the last steam trams. See scores of different types of tram in action-packed sequences - open-toppers, modern streamliners, toastracks (both single and double-deckers), illuminated trams, and more!

Based on the book published the same year, 100 Years of Australian Football explores the 100 year past of Australia's national game. Covering the history of the Victorian/Australian Football League covering the period 1897 to 1996, the documentary is an exhilarating chronicle, including lively reporting and analysis of the big issues and stirring accounts of the legendary players, teams and coaches.

Bill Oddie highlights the passionate, eccentric and pioneering individuals who have often risked life and limb to break new boundaries in wildlife films. He charts the extraordinary changes in technology that have driven the industry forward, and reveals how the last hundred years of wildlife films has as much to do with our social attitudes as it has to do with the animals themselves.

Including extraordinary and unseen historical footage of WW1 and 2 and narrated by Sir Martin Lewis, 100 Years of the RAF is a definitive film that pays tribute to the determination and courage our men and women take on in the theatres of war; to defend our freedom and bring relief to people in need.

Based on the first centenary of the largest exporter of films in the world, that is Hollywood, is the story told by its protagonists, actors and writers and other people who made life in this business, interspersing images of famous movies.

An in-depth look at the intricate process of preserving the studio's film legacy.

This unparalleled collection of Victor Borges funniest and most memorable skits contains such classic comedy bits as the timeless Phonetic Punctuation, Inflationary Language, Autumn Leaves with Robert Merrill, The Opera Singer with Marylyn Mulvey and more. Rare archival footage from the Borge family vault enhances this memorable retrospective. Rita Rudner narrates.

Featuring movie clips and exclusive star interviews, this documentary explores the making of Alberta’s most acclaimed films, including exclusive behind-the-scenes visits on the sets of Unforgiven, Superman, Legends of the Fall and Brokeback Mountain.

Big Bets: 100 Years of Southern Company provides insight into how Southern Company's business strategy, culture and brand developed over the past century.

It's the world's most famous footballing vantage point and in 2006, the Kop celebrates its 100th birthday. At its pinnacle, the Kop held 27,000 people and is often credited for the birth of football chanting. Many of the Beatles hits could be heard drifting down from the terraces during the sixties, and it is as much a part of the history of Liverpool FC as Shankly, Paisley, Kenny Dalglish, and the five European Cups. The Kop has been the backdrop to many of Liverpool's greatest victories. When history unfolded at Anfield, it had the habit of happening at the Kop end. From the glory days of the '70s through to Steven Gerrard's blockbuster strike against Olympiakos, the Kop has been the canvas for some of football's tales.

Provides a thorough glimpse of the life of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mother. Interesting historic archive footage of Elizabeth and King George with President Franklin D. and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, christening Cunard's QE ship, and in the ruins of Buckingham Palace during WW2.

Another rare Wakamatsu for y'all.....this time from his late 70s shintoho roughies/torture era. A sort of sequel to Torture Chronicles: 100 Years of Torture Inquisition, and much along the same lines as that and Female Rape and Torture as far as plot and production values goes. The contionue of 100 Years of Torture: The History

Explore the early years of Universal and its founder Carle Laemmle.

A look at Universal under the visionary leadership of Lew Wasserman.

Re-live the excitement of the best games, memorable plays, and dynamic personalities of the first century of Illinois basketball. From the Whiz Kids to the Flyin' Illni to Bruce Weber's remarkable squad, you will get an inside look at the legends and recent greats who have made Illini basketball one of the top programs in the nation. This full-length feature on the rich tradition of Fighting Illini basketball includes - •Interviews with current and former players and coaches including: Bruce Weber, Lou Henson, Kendall Gill, Dee Brown, Kenny Battle, Johnny "Red" Kerr and Eddie Johnson. •Highlights from the greatest games and best plays of the Century, including spectacular dunks from the great Flyin' Illini and fantastic finishes such as the nail-biter at Purdue in 2004 •Commentary from national and local media personalities including Dick Vitale, Bill Raftery, Stephen Bardo and Loren Tate. •and much more!

A documentary celebrating the enduring legacy of silent film comedian Buster Keaton, 100 years after his first appearance on film.

The history of terrorism in the 20th century, beginning with the French Revolution's Reign of Terror.