A New Look at the Past. In a refreshingly fearless, colloquial voice, acclaimed historian Alan Axelrod recounts the key events of World War II with humanity & drama. Rather than chronologically relating the entire enormous history of the conflict, Axelrod helps make the events of the war understandable by identifying & focusing in on only the most significant stories in each theatre. He explores the war''s ideological, nationalistic & economic causes
- & the motivation of the top men involved, from Hitler to Churchill. Sidebars provide alternative histories, trivia & the truth behind popular myths.
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The first 7 episodes of the U.S. documentary TV series following the lives & lifestyles of a group of wealthy women in a Southern Californian gated community. Examining the reality behind shows such as Desperate Housewives, five women who live in one of the most exclusive communities in the U.S. allow cameras access to their homes & families, shedding light on what it's like to live the good life, & what they'll do in order to keep it. But hey, it's not all perfect. Behind the manicured lawns & security gates, there are parties to organise, Botox sessions to attend, & endless designer outlets to visit. Unfortunately, with their stressful careers & hectic social life, the realities of family life can sometimes have a habit of interfering with the quest for perfection. ...

Unsuccessful pulp detective fiction writer Howard Spitz (Kelsey Grammer) decides to try his hand at children's books, creating a bovine detective called ' Crafty Cow'. He enlists the editorial assistance of pre-teen Sam (Genevieve Tessier) in the library, agreeing to locate her absentee father, Bill, in return. To everyone's surprise, Crafty Cow becomes a huge success, but Howard hates kids & so hires bumbling actor Roger (Patrick Mc Kenna) to 'play' him at public appearances. Meanwhile, a romance develops between Howard & Sam's mother, Laura (Amanda Donohoe). ...

French TV documentary from director Martin Meissonier that aims to unravel the myth of the sainted visionary, Joan of Arc, a story which has fascinated people the world over for nearly 600 years. Having researched numerous archive documents, Meissonier blends a thorough historical approach with dramatic reconstructions & film excerpts. ...