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HISTORY & BIOGRAPHIES
ROYALTY
Whatever happened to the Windsors?, All media, 2006, 2 x 50 or 1 x 100 mins King Edward VIII & Wallis Simpson after his abdication, soon a biopic WE, directed by Madonna!
The Windsors from George to Kate, All media, 2011, 75 & 104 mins, NEW! The British royal family from George Vi to the engagement of William and Kate.
Diana – A Princess Remembered, All media, 55 mins Her fife from shy girl to queen of hearts, dramatic death & resting place in the English countryside.
Royal Romances of the British Monarchy, All media, 55 mins Touching, passionate and often scandalous journey includ. Henry VIII, Charles II and Nell Gwyn.
British Royal Scandals & Conspiracies, All media, 55 mins Gruesome murders, dangerous liaisons, political back-stabbings that made history.
British Royal Heritage, All media Complete history of the British Monarchy – irreverent, humorous yet historically accurate.
The Story of Queen Elizabeth II, All media, 2005, 104 mins. Life of the monarch, including the death of Diana, immortalised by Helen Mirren in The Queen.
Windsor Castle after the Fire, All media, 2007, 60 mins. The amazing story of the restoration of a magnificent British landmark, almost 1,000 years old.
Diana: The People’s Princess/Diana & Dodi, All media, 1997, 2 x 50 mins. Remembering the tragically short life of Diana, Princess of Wales, ten years after her death.
The Royal Kingdom (Series), All media, 2004, 10 x 60/20 x 30 mins The history, pageantry and magnificent palaces, castles and cathedrals surrounding the British royal family.
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Pageantry & Performance (the British Household Cavalry) All media, 2009, 50 mins Originally projected as a son et lumičre spectacle inside the walls of Windsor Castle.
King Arthur – The Truth Behind the Legend, All media, 88 mins The chivalrous king, his queen Guinevere, the Knights of the Round Table and magician Merlin.
GREAT WRITERS
C S Lewis & The Chronicles of Narnia, All media, 60 mins Reserved Oxford professor & theologian who wrote The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.
J R R Tolkien & The Lord of the Rings, All media, 60 mins Quintessentially English professor and friend of Lewis, who made epic mythology accessible to all.
H G Wells & The War of the Worlds, All media, 90 mins Author of classic sci-fi tales including a broadcast sensation which caused panic in the streets.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, All media, 2008, 55 mins New Holmes movie in production The author who created the Victorian private investigator Sherlock Holmes, and who invented CSI
Shakespeare – the Lost Years, All media, 2008, 52 mins The world’s greatest playwright, the Globe & Rose theatres, re-enactments & scenes from plays.
The Life of Jane Austen, All media, 2007, 55 mins. The countryside, stately homes, and novels of the author now herself a heroine in a major movie.
The Life of Charles Dickens, All media, 2007, 55 mins. Dickens’s much loved novels epitomised Victorian England, and created unforgettable characters.
Classic Authors: Austen, Dickens, Shakespeare, Brontės, Hardy, Lawrence All media 2005/8 One hour biographies of Britain’s greatest writers who created unforgettable characters and plots.
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GENERAL INTEREST
Moving Icons (Series), All media, 2009, 6 x 48 mins The history of the design or invention of great machines, still performing – the Spitfire, Mini car, Corvette roadster, Harrier jet, Triumph Bonneville motorbike and Pacific streamlined steam train.
Electric Tourist (Series), All media, 2009, 26 x 30 mins Mini tour guides incl.Beatles, Jack the Ripper, Ghosts, Edinburgh, Jimi Hendrix, Sherlock Holmes.
The Freemasons, All media, 2007, 47 mins The subject of Dan Brown’s latest blockbuster A secret society with mystic symbolism & rituals, or a charity promoting truth & brotherly love?
Howard Hughes, All media, 85 mins Multimillionaire who changed the face of the film industry and aviation, and became a recluse.
Alexander the Great, All media, 2005, 89 mins 20 year old military genius and ruthless conqueror who shaped history in the 4th century BC.
Sweeney Todd, All media, 2008, 55 mins Story of the demon barber of Fleet Street, subject of a recent movie musical starring Johnny Depp
Secret Island of the Holy Grail/Mystery of Rennes-Le-Chateau All media, 2006, 2 x 60 mins Best selling books The Da Vinci Code & Labyrinth have heightened interest in this mystic subject.
The Secret of the Holy Grail, All media, 1996, 3 x 52 mins Best selling books The Da Vinci Code & Labyrinth have heightened interest in this mystic subject.
The History of Islam, All media, 1999, 60 mins/2 x 30 mins. Timely study of a world religion from its foundation 1,350 years ago, to its present day followers.
Unmasking the Ripper (Series), All media, 2006, 3 x 52 mins. Experts find evidence to reveal the true & surprising identity of the serial killer of London in 1888.
Las Vegas Like It Used To Be All media, 2001, 52 mins. Insider account of an era of intrigue, sex & scandal, involving celebrities, gangsters & presidents.
The Origin of Man (Series), HD [Piamonte Group], All media, 2009, 9 x 27 mins New to catalogue The theory of Evolution developed by Charles Darwin ignites controversy between science and faith.
Nelson Mandela - His Life In His Own Words, All media, 2003, 52 mins. From struggle & imprisonment to presidency – biography of the iconic world celebrated statesman
Pope John Paul II – Man of Destiny, All media, 2002, 52 mins. The inspiring progress from humble Polish priest to highly revered head of the Catholic Church.
The Maharaja of Jodhpur – The Legacy Lives On, All media, 2004, 60 mins. A visual treat showing rich history, cultural heritage, pageantry of leader striving to help his people.
George Best – Genius and Legend, All media, 2007, 60 mins. The supremely talented footballer, who had it all in the 60s, and sadly died an alcoholic.
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