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Volume III, Issue 7 |
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| Kid's PICKS Highlights |
The Backyardigans (2004-) (TV)
In Nick Jr. fashion, these not-so-spooky ghosts and monsters take kids on backyard adventures with song and dance. DVDs contain two bonus episodes.
Hiroshima No Pika
Narrated by Susan Sarandon, Hiroshima No Pika is the animated film based on the award-winning children’s book by the Japanese artist Toshi Maruki. Through Maruki’s fearsome yet beautiful watercolor illustrations, the film tells the story of a young girl and her family who live through the horrific bombing of Hiroshima. Academy-Award nominee Hellfire: A Journey from Hiroshima is also included.
The Koala Brothers (2004) (TV)
Produced for the BBC, this programming for children will appeal to viewers of Bob the Builder. Koalas Frank and Buster are on a life’s mission to help others in the Australian Outback.
The Muppets' Wizard of Oz (2005) (TV-PG)
The Muppets turn the classic novel by L. Frank Baum into a madcap adventure filled with brains, heart, courage, and laughter. Dorothy is an aspiring singer whose dreams of fame and fortune seem worlds away from coming true in the Kansas trailer park where she lives with her Auntie Em and Uncle Henry. But when a tornado transports her and her pet prawn Toto to the magical land of Oz, Dorothy journeys to visit the Wizard. He promises to make her a superstar—if she and her wacky new friends (Scarecrow, Tin Thing, Cowardly Lion) can defeat Oz's #1 diabolical diva, the Wicked Witch of the West! Starring Queen Latifah.
That’s So Raven (2002) (TV)
Raven Symone stars as psychic teenager Raven Baxter in the Disney Channel’s That’s So Raven. With a dose of comedy and a moral with every episode, Raven finds herself trying to alter the future her psychic power shows her.
Toy Story (1995) (G)
Originally released as a Gold Collection title, Toy Story then became a Disappearing Classic. In September, Disney will release a two-disc 10th Anniversary Edition. Bonus features include commentary, a making-of documentary, deleted scenes, early animation tests, documentary shorts, design and story highlights, featurettes, and music videos. Note: This release is not included in any standing order program; click the highlighted title to order.
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| Heads Up! |
The Adventures of Ociee Nash (2002) (G)
Skyler Day stars as Ociee Nash, a spirited nine-year-old from rural Mississippi. Ociee's idyllic life is thrown into a tailspin when she's sent to live with her Aunt Mamie to become a "young lady.” Ociee's true bravery, character, and spirit are put to the test in this uplifting family drama. (Fox) Starring Skyler Day. Rated G.
Disney's Little Einsteins: Our (Big) Huge Adventure (2005) (DTV)
Leo, June, Quincy, Annie, and Rocket blast off on their first whirlwind adventure that takes the team over Niagara Falls, inside a spooky cave in Oklahoma, and finally to the amazing butterfly forest in Mexico. As members of the team, children will sing, clap, pat, dance, and laugh right along with the four Little Einsteins and their musical ship, Rocket, to help complete the mission. Featuring a revolutionary blend of animation, stunning live-action footage, famous works of art, and exciting classical music, Little Einsteins will have any child eager to solve the next mission.
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005) (PG)
Coming in September. Stick out your thumb to join the most ordinary man in the world on an extra-ordinary adventure across the universe in this hilarious comedy based on the classic Douglas Adams saga. (Touchstone Pictures). Starring Stephen Fry. Rated PG (thematic elements, action, and mild language).
The Polar Express (2005) (G)
Coming in November. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. (Warner Home Video). Starring Tom Hanks. Rated G.
Robots (2005) (PG)
Coming in September. With the help of his misfit mechanical friends, a small town robot named Rodney embarks on the adventure of a lifetime as he heads for the big city to pursue his dreams—and ultimately proves that anyone can shine no matter what they're made of. Featuring an all-star voice cast and a groundbreaking visual style that pushes the boundaries of animated filmmaking, Robots is a dazzling, fun-filled feast for the eyes for all ages. (Twentieth Century Fox). Starring Ewan McGregor, Amanda Bynes. Rated PG (some brief language and suggestive humor).
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New to DVD for Families and Children
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I Am the Cheese (1982) (PG)
Robert Cormier’s best seller is available on DVD for the first time. Fourteen-year-old Adam Farmer seeks to uncover a secret lost in his subconscious mind that will allow him to locate his parents who mysteriously disappeared. Suspense mounts as Adam pieces the fragments of the story with the help of his psychiatrist, uncovering government corruption and espionage, leading to a shocking conclusion that shatters the fragile mosaic.
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| Upcoming Anime Highlights |
Fafner Vol. 01-Arcadian Project (2004)
The youth of Tatsumiya Island believed that they had ordinary lives until the advent of the Festum, extraterrestrial intelligent life forms intent on assimilating all humans. Abruptly, their once peaceful island transforms into a high-tech military fortress to counter-attack the hostile aliens. Their shock intensifies when they learn that only they can pilot the Fafner, a class of humanoid-type robots that represent the final and only weapon against the Festums and their divine powers. Recommended for ages 13+.
Gundam Seed Movie 1-The Empty Battlefield (2005)
Year 70 of the Cosmic Era, the economic friction between genetically enhanced Coordinators and unmodified Naturals has erupted into a full-scale conflict. The Natural-dominated Earth Alliance struggles to catch up with the Coordinators' superior technology and has secretly developed five Gundam mobile suits at a neutral space colony. Through a twist of fate, a young Coordinator named Kira Yamato becomes the pilot of the Alliance's prototype Strike Gundam and finds himself forced to fight his own people in order to protect his friends. Recommended for ages 13+.
Gundam-Mobile Suit Gundam Box Sets
Three complete direct-to-video (OAV) series release this month. First in chronological order is Mobile Suit Gundam MS08, beginning in Universal Century 0079, followed by Mobile Suit Gundam 0080, in which the One Year War is fought. Finally, Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 picks up three years after the One Year War. These series were originally released as individual volumes in 2002.
Infinite Ryvius Boxed Set 6 (1999-2000)
In 2225AD, an act of sabotage has sent a space station plummeting towards a dense plasma phenomena known as the Sea of Gedalt. With only hours to spare before the collapse of the entire station, a group of teens training on board the ship will seek safety aboard the Ryvius, an interstellar spacecraft hidden deep inside the station. With the adult crew and instructors killed, these young astronauts must rely on their training, courage, and each other. Contains the entire 26 episode series on 6 DVDs. Recommended for ages 13+.
My Neighbors The Yamadas (1999) (PG)
Based on the original comic strip by Hisaichi Ishii, join in the adventures of the quirky Yamada family brilliantly presented in a unique, visually striking comic strip style. Takashi Yamada and his wacky wife Matsuko, who has no talent for housework, navigate their way through the ups and downs of work, marriage, and family life. The family includes a sharp-tongued grandmother, a teenage son who wishes he had cooler parents, and a pesky daughter whose loud voice is unusual for someone so small. Recommended for ages 10+.
Neon Genesis Evangelion Box Set (1995-1996)
Includes Death of Evangelion7 & Rebirth of Evangelion and The End of Evangelion. Death & Rebirth contains excerpts of the first 24 episodes of the Neon Genesis Evangelion original series with some additional material edited-in and contains the first third of the new ending as seen in episode 25. The Evangelion Movie (AKA End of Evangelion) contains episodes 25 and 26 (the alternate ending) of the original unedited Neon Genesis Evangelion Series in their entirety. Recommended for ages 17+.
The Place Promised in Our Earthly Days (2005)
In 1996, an enormous tower is constructed on the southern shore of Hokkaido, its purpose unknown. Curious, three school children make a vow to discover the mysterious tower's secrets. Will this promise be left unfulfilled when one of the three falls into a coma? Set in an alternate universe, this sci-fi story centers on three teenagers, a rip in the space-time continuum, and the perseverance to keep a promise against all odds. The film captures slice-of-life beauty between three friends, while epic events threaten to drive them apart. Rated TVPG (parental guidance).
Please note: A comprehensive list of upcoming Anime releases is available on Lists to the Side on ipage.
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| Nonfiction Picks Highlights |
Brotherhood: Life in the FDNY (2005)
This documentary focuses on the captain and company of Squad 252 in the “Borough of Fire” (Brooklyn) and the prestigious Rescue 1 of Manhattan and Rescue 4 of Queens. Brotherhood offers a rare look into the world of a New York City firehouse, presenting a microcosm of all firehouses. The film vividly captures the fire fighters' humor, extroverted personalities, and uncompromising respect for fires, absolute laws of seniority, training, teamwork, and enviable camaraderie.
Chain Camera (2001)
Ten students at John Marshall High School in Los Angeles were given video cameras to film their lives. There were no limitations on what they could shoot. After one week, the cameras were given to ten new students, who filmed their lives for a week, then handed the cameras on. Like chain letters, these cameras were passed from student to student for an entire year providing revealing snapshots into the lives of today’s teens. (FilmNoir Post Productions). *** _--Onion A.V Club; ***--Mr. Showbiz; ***--LA Weekly, ***--New York Post, ***--Philadelphia Enquirer.
The Films of Charles & Ray Eames
Among the finest designers of the 20th century, Charles and Ray Eames have made groundbreaking contributions to all of their fields in the past century. Now the amazing legacy of this husband and wife team includes these 36 fascinating films in six volumes that reflect the depth and breadth of their interests. Volume six, previously unavailable on DVD, is also releasing in August. If you don’t already have the individual volumes, the boxed set costs significantly less.
John Cleese: Wine for the Confused
Wine is confusing. So where do you learn more about it? Join John Cleese on an entertaining and informative look at the world of wine and learn how to find wines that taste good to you, how to make sure you get the best value, and how to keep and serve wine at home. Brendan Fraser guest stars.
The Open Road: America Looks at Aging (2005) (TV)
Premiering on PBS, this new documentary examines the personal and social impact of the impending retirement of America’s 77 million baby boomers.
Available on DVD for the first time:
Monterey Video
Monterey Video is releasing four original award-winning documentaries for the first time with special bonus features not available on VHS. Peabody Award-winning China and the Forbidden City is our first look at then Communist China by filmmaker Lucy Jarvis. Hosted by Orsen Wells, Tut—The Boy King documents the priceless treasures and artifacts unearthed with King Tutankhamun. The Incas Remembered explores the mysteries of an advanced civilization’s disappearance. The Emmy Award and Peabody Award-winning The Louvre, hosted by Charles Boyer, was another first for filmmaker Lucy Jarvis—never before was anyone permitted to film the treasures inside.
A&E DVD Archives
In the largest release program in its history, A&E is releasing 200 of its most requested and hard-to-find A&E, The History Channel, and Biography programming throughout the year. Fifty new-to-DVD titles will be released every quarter. In light of this very heavy release schedule, we will offer a comprehensive, current hotlist of these titles via ipage® and will continue to offer only the new releases through our standing order program. If your library doesn’t have access to ipage, click to find out how to sign up for your free subscription.
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Classic Features on DVD
As DVD becomes the preferred format for today’s audience, DVD releases of classic titles are coming fast and furious. This new addition to the newsletter highlights notable features new to DVD, or “super” Special Edition releases available previously on DVD that belong in a core collection. Several of these titles will be included in We Recommend… Level 3 and will be noted with (WR).
This edition of STOP News offers a varied selection of classics and cult titles that are sure to liven up your collection.
- The 25th Anniversary Edition of Coal Miner’s Daughter includes the added value of a photo journal along with a slew of bonus materials offered on the previous DVD release.
- In Cry-Baby (WR) Johnny Depp stars as Wade “Cry-Baby” Walker the coolest, toughest hood in his Baltimore high school. In true John Waters fashion, his ability to shed one single tear drives all the girls wild.
- In Georgy Girl (WR) Lynn Redgrave garnered international attention in her role as a girl who marries a wealthy older man so that she can give her roommate's abandoned, illegitimate baby a home.
- John Wayne stars as washed-up co-pilot Dan Roman who must bring a commercial airliner to safety when it develops problems and the pilot loses his nerve in The High and the Mighty (WR).
- Steve Martin is born a poor black man and makes good when he goes out into the world—until his fame changes him—in the evergreen comedy The Jerk. The DVD also features the Lost Filmstrips, Learn How to Play "Tonight You Belong to Me," and more in this 26th Anniversary Edition.
- Ester Forbes’ historical children’s classic comes to life in Disney’s Johnny Tremain, the story of a young apprentice silversmith caught up in a dramatic involvement with James Otis, John Hancock, and John and Samuel Adams.
- And in The Rainmaker (WR) Burt Lancaster stars as a wandering charlatan, and Katherine Hepburn portrays the lonely ranch girl that blossoms into full womanhood under his spell.
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| TV on DVD |
Wind in the Willows: The Complete Second Series (1985) (Boxed Set 2)
Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad remain steadfast in their search for life's simple pleasures. Filled with tea, jam, music, and song, these adventures guarantee a good time the entire family is sure to enjoy. Contains 13 episodes.
The Muppet Show: Season One (1976) (Boxed Set 4)
Kermit the Frog and company struggle to put on a variety show each week featuring a real, live special guest in this Emmy Award-winning series.
The most current editions of our video standing order programs are available on our Web site at ingramlibrary.com. You will find them under the Video portion of Programs and Services.
Ingram has many collection development tools to help your library, including Lists to the Side on ipage®, Standing Order Programs, and Opening Day Collections.
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