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Here are our latest DVDs, click the title to view in our catalog:
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Angel Has FallenWhen there is an assassination attempt on US President Allan Trumbull, his trusted confidant, Secret Service Agent Mike Banning, is wrongfully accused and taken into custody. After escaping from capture, he becomes a man on the run and must evade his own agency and outsmart the FBI in order to find the real threat to the president. Desperate to uncover the truth, Banning turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name, keep his family from harm, and save the country from imminent danger. Starring Morgan Freeman, Gerard Butler, and Jada Pinkett Smith
Rated R
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After The WeddingIsabel has devoted her life to working with the children in a Calcutta orphanage. Theresa is the multimillionaire leader of a media company who lives with her artist husband and twin boys in New York. When Isabel hears of a mysterious and generous grant for the financially strained orphanage, she must travel to New York to meet the benefactor, Theresa, in person. Starring Michelle Williams, Juilianne Moore, and Billy Crudup.
Rated PG-13
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Art of Racing in the RainBased on the bestselling novel by Garth Stein, this is a heartfelt tale narrated by a witty and philosophical dog named Enzo. Through his bond with his owner Denny, an aspiring Formula One racecar driver, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition and understands that the techniques needed on the racetrack can also be used to successfully navigate the journey of life. The film follows Denny and the loves of his life: his wife Eve, their daughter Zoe, and his best friend Enzo. Starring Milo Ventimiglia and Gary Cole
Rated PG
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Art of Self-Defense After a roving motorcycle gang attacks him on the street, timid bookkeeper Casey joins a neighborhood karate studio to learn how to protect himself. Under the watchful eye of a charismatic instructor, Sensei, and hardcore brown belt Anna, Casey gains a newfound sense of confidence. But when he attends Sensei's mysterious night classes, he discovers a sinister world of brutality and hyper-masculinity, presenting a journey that places him squarely in the sights of his enigmatic new mentor. Starring Jesse Eisenberg
Rated R
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Blinded by The LightJaved, a British teen of Pakistani descent, is growing up in England in 1987. Amidst the racial and economic turmoil of the times, he writes poetry as a means to escape the intolerance of his hometown and the inflexibility of his traditional father. But when he is introduced to the music of 'the Boss,' Javed sees parallels to his working-class life in Springsteen's powerful lyrics. Starring Viveik Kalra
Rated PG-13
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Brian Banks The inspirational true story of an All-American high school football star committed to USC who finds his life upended when he is convicted of a crime he didn't commit. Despite a lack of evidence, Banks is railroaded through a broken justice system and sentenced to a decade of prison and probation. Years later, with the support of Justin Brooks and the California Innocence Project, Banks fights to reclaim his life and fulfill his dreams of playing in the NFL. Starring Aldis Hodge, Greg Kinnear and Sherri Shepherd
Rated PG-13
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The Farewell A Chinese family discovers their grandmother has only a short while left to live and decide to keep her in the dark, scheduling a wedding to gather before she dies. Starring Awkwafina
Rated PG
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Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & ShawEver since hulking lawman Hobbs, a loyal agent of America's Diplomatic Security Service, and lawless outcast Shaw, a former British military elite operative, first faced off, the duo have swapped smack talk and body blows as they've tried to take each other down. But when anarchist Brixton gains control of an insidious bio-threat that could alter humanity forever, these two sworn enemies will have to partner up to bring down the only guy who might be badder than themselves. Starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Rated PG-13
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Legend: The Bessie Coleman StoryIn 1921, aviation pioneer Betsy Coleman arose from the poverty of the Texas cotton fields to capture the hearts of the black population of America. Starring Aneva Walker
Not Rated
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The Kitchen Based on the Vertigo comic book series from DC Entertainment, the mobster husbands of three 1978 Hell's Kitchen housewives are sent to prison by the FBI. Left with little but an ax to grind, the ladies take the Irish mafia's matters into their own hands, proving surprisingly adept at everything from running the rackets to taking out the competition, literally. Starring Elizabeth Moss and Melissa McCarthy
Rated R
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Ophelia One of the world's greatest dramas is turned on its head through a bold and new perspective. Set in medieval Denmark and spoken in a modern tongue, it recalibrates the classic Shakespearean tragedy of Hamlet so that its unspoken, complex heroine may share her own story. As a rebellious and motherless child, Ophelia is taken into Elsinore Castle by Queen Gertrude as one of her most trusted ladies-in-waiting. Soon enough, Ophelia captures the affections of the young Prince Hamlet. Starring Daisy Ridley and Naomi Watts
Rated PG-13
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LizzieA psychological thriller that reveals many layers of the strange and fragile Lizzie Borden, who stood accused of the infamous 1892 axe murder of her family in Fall River, Massachusetts. An unmarried woman of 32 and a social outcast, Lizzie lives a claustrophobic life under her father's cold and domineering control. When Bridget Sullivan, a young maid, comes to work for the family, Lizzie finds a sympathetic, kindred spirit. Starring Chloe Sevigny and Kristen Stewart
Rated R
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Where'd You Go, Bernadette?Bernadette Fox, a loving mom, becomes compelled to reconnect with her creative passions after years of sacrificing herself for her family. Bernadette's leap of faith takes her on an epic adventure that jump-starts her life and leads to her triumphant rediscovery. Starring Judi Greer, Cate Blanchett, and Kristin Wiig
Rated PG-13
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WeekendIn this laugh-out-loud romantic comedy, Zadie goes on an insane weekend getaway with her ex, Bradford, and his new girlfriend. At the B&B run by her nosy mom, Zadie feels like a third wheel until handsome Aubrey shows up. While crushing on Aubrey, Zadie gets a little drunk and makes a lot of trouble for everyone, including herself! Starring Sasheer Zamata
Rated R
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Good BoysAfter being invited to his first kissing party, twelve-year-old Max is panicking because he doesn't know how to kiss. Eager for some pointers, Max and his best friends Thor and Lucas decide to use Max's dad's drone to spy on a teenage couple making out next door. But when things go ridiculously wrong, the drone is destroyed. Desperate to replace it before Max's dad gets home, the boys skip school and set off on an odyssey of epically bad decisions. Starring Jacob Tremblay
Rated R
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The Freedom to MarryViewers will see the nail-biting behind-the-scenes story that traces the marriage equality movement's historic progress and reveals the masterminds who fought.
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Line: Poverty in AmericaAbout 47 million people in the United States live below the poverty line. Faith based organizations are trying to make a difference through a unique combination of compassion, creativity, and entrepreneurship.
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MaidenThe true story of skipper Tracy Edwards and the first all-female crew to enter the Whitbread Round the World race.
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Titanic's Tragic Twin: The Britannic DisasterThe Titanic was not alone. She had a twin sister, the Britannic, which, despite being bigger and better built, sank to the bottom three times faster than the Titanic did. When WWI broke out, the enormous ship was transformed from the largest ocean liner in the world to the greatest hospital ship in the world.
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The Brokenwood Mysteries: A Merry Bloody Christmasquirky New Zealand mystery that follows Dl Mike Shepherd, who arrives in the seemingly peaceful town of Brokenwood with a classic car, a country music collection, and an indeterminate number of ex-wives. Shepherd soon discovers that Brokenwood is full of secrets and suspicions. In this Christmas episode, the mayor is murdered in his home after the annual holiday parade, and Shepherd and his assistant Kristin Sims must solve a Christmas murder.
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Catch-22 Based on the acclaimed Joseph Heller novel, Catch-22 follows the adventures and misadventures of a US air squadron in Italy in World War II.
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Star Trek: Discovery: Season TwoAfter answering a distress signal from the USS Enterprise, the USS Discovery welcomes aboard Captain Christopher Pike and begins a new mission to investigate the meaning behind seven mysterious red signals. Michael Burnham grapples with her past growing up on Vulcan with her foster parents and brother Spock.
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Shakespeare and Hathaway Season TwoThe hilariously mismatched detective duo of Luella Shakespeare and grumpy Frank Hathaway return for ten more episodes of the hit mystery/comedy- drama set in beautiful Stratford-upon-Avon. One might think the birthplace of William Shakespeare would be safe from fraud, extortion, vice, identity theft, and ransom, but they would be wrong.
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Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries: Under the MistletoeA stylish and sexy period mystery stars Essie Davis as Phryne Fisher, a glamorous lady detective in 1920s Melbourne. In 'Murder under the Mistletoe," Phryne and company head to a chalet to celebrate Christmas in July, but when they get there, they find one of the residents dead, electrocuted while hanging festive lights
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London Kills: Series 2The elite murder squad returns. As the detectives solve each case (skeletal remains dug up in the garden, the brutal murder of a pub landlord, a teenage au pair found dead, the double-shooting of a father and son), there's one mystery Detective Inspector David Bradford can't unravel. Where is his wife Sarah? As the other detectives investigate why David is lying to them about the night Sarah disappeared, they begin to think the unthinkable: did the Detective Inspector murder his wife?
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Good OmensIn the beginning and eleven years ago, two immortal beings decide that it might not be time to start an Apocalypse. Having followed the wrong boy for years, Aziraphale and Crowley must now try to locate the whereabouts of the real Antichrist. Perhaps the story of Agnes Nutter and her famous prophecies will hold the answer?
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Handmaid's Tale: Season 3fter opting not to flee to Canada with her baby, June struggles to strike back against the regime despite overwhelming odds. Startling reunions, betrayals, and a journey to the terrifying heart of Gilead will force all of the characters to take a stand, guided by one defiant prayer: Blessed be the fight
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Cobra Kai: Season 1 & 2Thirty years after their final clash at the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament, Johnny Lawrence is at his lowest point as a jobless handyman haunted by his wasted life. When he rescues a bullied kid from bullies, he is inspired to resurrect the notorious Cobra Kai dojo. It also resurrects his old rivalry with Daniel LaRousso. Daniel is a successful businessman who may be happily married but is missing an essential balance in life since the death of his mentor, Mr. Miyagi
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