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The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition): ( Discs 1 & 2 of 4 disc set)
(2001) [M]

In ancient times the Rings of Power were crafted by the Elven-smiths, and Sauron, the Dark Lord, forged the One Ring, filling it with his own power so that he could rule all others. But the One Ring was taken from him, and though he sought it throughout Middle-Earth still it remained lost to him....  More

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition) Supplementary Features: ( Discs 3 & 4 of 4 disc set)
(2001) [M]

The bonus features (encompassing two complete DVDs) are far superior to the largely promotional materials included on the theatrical release, delving into such matters as script development, casting, and visual effects. The only drawback is that the film is now spread over two discs, with a...  More

The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers (Platinum Series Special Extended Edition): (Discs 1& 2 of 4 disc set)
(2002) [M]

Not seen in theaters, this unique version of the epic adventure features over 40 minutes of new and extended scenes integrated into the film by the director.

Sauron's forces increase. His allies grow. The Ringwraiths return in an even more frightening form. Saruman's army of Uruk Hai...  More

Ben-Hur: 4 Disc Special Edition (Discs 3 & 4 of 4)
(1959) [PG]

The 1925 Feature-length Silent Version of Ben-Hur with a stereophonic orchestral score by composer Carl Davis.

Documentaries:
New Documentary: Ben-Hur: The Epic That Changed Cinema - Current filmmakers such as Ridley Scott and George Lucas reflect on the importance and influence...  More

Gone With The Wind-Special Edition: Part 2, Special Features (Discs 3 & 4 of 4 disc Set)
(1939) [PG]

DVD Features: Disc 3
* The Making of a Legend: Gone With The Wind the acclaimed 1989 documentary made by Selznick's sons and narrated by Christopher Plummer (125 Minutes, Never-before-available on DVD)
* Restoring a Legend- An in-depth look at the restoration and Ultra-Resolution...  More

The Jane Austen Book Club
(2007) [M]

Explores Austen's adage that general incivility is at love's essence. Sylvia's husband dumps her for another woman, so Bernadette and Jocelyn organize a book club to distract her. They recruit Sylvia's daughter Allegra; Prudie, a young teacher whose marriage may be on the rocks; and Grigg, a...  More

The Kite Runner
(2007) [M]

Based on the novel by Khaled Hosseini, The Kite Runner is a tale of friendship, family, devastating mistakes and redeeming love. In a divided country on the verge of war, two childhood friends, Amir and Hassan, are about to be torn apart forever. It's a glorious afternoon in Kabul and the skies...  More

A Fortunate Life (2 disc set)
(1985) [PG]

At eight years old, an impoverished Bert Facey was forced to start the backbreaking, dawn to dusk life of a farm labourer. Unschooled, his father dead, abandoned by his mother, by the age of twenty he had survived the rigours of pioneering the harsh Australian bush and the slaughter of the bloody...  More

Rich Man, Poor Man (Disc 1 of 3)
(1976) [M]

The small screen adaptation of Irwin Shaw’s best-selling 1970s novel Rich Man, Poor Man was an epic television event, the first-ever blockbuster miniseries and a huge ratings hit when screened in Australia in the late 70s. Winning 4 Emmys and 4 Golden Globes, and with a stellar ensemble cast...  More

The Golden Compass
(2007) [PG]

The Golden Compass is an exciting fantasy adventure, set in a parallel world where people’s souls manifest themselves as small animals, talking bears fight wars, and children are mysteriously disappearing. At the centre of the story is a 12-year-old girl, Lyra, who sets out to find and rescue...  More