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1. A Child's Garden of Poetry (2011)
directed by Amy Schatz
featuring Claire Danes, Carrie Fisher, Josh Hamilton, Philip Seymour Hoffman
Designed to introduce young children to the world of poetry, this production features verse from a diverse selection of poets including Langston ... More
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2. Reading Rainbow [TV Series] (1983)
First aired in 1983, Reading Rainbow is an award-winning PBS kid's program designed to promote independent reading. Hosted by LeVar Burton, each ... More
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3. J.R.R. Tolkien: The Master of the Rings (2001)
This documentary examines the social and cultural underpinnings of the trilogy of The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien, in an attempt to ... More
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4. Ayn Rand & The Prophecy of Atlas Shrugged (2012)
directed by Chris Mortensen
featuring Gary Anthony Williams, Nick Jameson, Rajia Baroudi
Published in 1957, objectivist philosopher Ayn Rand's seminal novel Atlas Shrugged quickly became one of the most popular and yet controversial books ... More
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5. Charlton Heston Presents the Bible: The Passion (1993)
directed by Tony Westman
This fourth and final volume in the set features acclaimed actor and two-time National Rifle Association president Charlton Heston telling the ... More
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6. Wishbone: Hot Diggity Dawg (2004)
A strange discovery in the yard of a neighbor leads Wishbone on a literary journey into the Jules Verne classic Journey to the Center of the Earth in ... More
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7. The Da Vinci Project: Seeking the Truth (2006)
Decipher the secrets of Da Vinci's code along with a team of dedicated filmmakers before delving into a detailed dossier filled with revealing ... More
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8. Time Machine: Beyond the Da Vinci Code (2005)
Dan Brown's best-selling novel The Da Vinci Code has sparked in many readers a new interest in the aspects of the life of Jesus and his ... More
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9. Mark Twain Tonight (1967)
Recorded in March 1967, this performance captures Hal Holbrook's amazing portrayal of one of America's greatest author's, Mark Twain. Holbrook, who ... More
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10. Proteus: A Nineteenth Century Vision (2005)
directed by David Lebrun
featuring Marian Seldes, Corey Burton, Richard Dysart, Philip Proctor, James Warwick
Filmmaker David Lebrun casts his eye on the evolution of art, science, and the world around us in this fusion of documentary and experimental forms. ... More
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11. Biography: Ernest Hemingway - Wrestling with Life (1998)
directed by Steve Crisman
This biography of the American writer Ernest Hemingway is aptly titled, since Hemingway was forever struggling with life. A mixture of outdoorsman ... More
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12. Comic Books Unbound (2008)
Comic books have long been a key source of inspiration in Hollywood, and in this documentary from Starz Inside, the folks behind some of the most ... More
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13. Between the Lions [TV Series] (2000)
First aired in 2000, Between the Lions is a delightful PBS kid's program designed to encourage independent reading and practice literary skills. The ... More
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14. Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008)
directed by Alex Gibney
featuring Hunter S. Thompson
Alex Gibney (director of (Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room) turns his attention from corporate scandal to Gonzo journalism with this tribute to ... More
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15. Classical Baby (I'm Grown Up Now): The Poetry Show (2008)
This animated program for toddlers introduces even the youngest tykes to some of the greatest works of literature, including selections by Robert ... More
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16. Looking for Richard (1996)
directed by Al Pacino
featuring Al Pacino, Harris Yulin, Penelope Allen, Alec Baldwin, Kevin Spacey
A workshop of William Shakespeare's Richard III inspires actor-director Al Pacino's breezy documentary, which aims to make the playwright accessible ... More
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17. Ernest Hemingway: Rivers to the Sea (2006)
directed by DeWitt L. Sage
On the heels of Cuba's release of the celebrated "Hemingway Collection" comes a compelling look at the life of the American author who single ... More
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18. Famous Authors: James Joyce
You'll meet Irish literary giant James Joyce in the 30-minute documentary The Famous Author Series: James Joyce -- A Concise Biography. The film ... More
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19. Great Writers: John Steinbeck (2001)
Great Writers: John Steinbeck documents the life of the American author responsible for such enduring classics as The Grapes of Wrath, The Pearl, Of ... More
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20. Pulp Fiction: The Golden Age of Sci Fi, Fantasy & Adventure (2010)
Dive into the world of fantastic cinema in this documentary exploring some of the most imaginative movies ever made. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
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21. Botswana: In the Footsteps of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective With Alexander McCall Smith (2009)
directed by Mats Ögren
featuring Alexander McCall Smith
Author Alexander McCall Smith hosts this documentary, traveling to the African nation of Botswana to give viewers a firsthand view of the inspiration ... More
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22. What I Want My Words to Do to You (2002)
directed by Gary Sunshine, Judith Katz, Madeleine Gavin
featuring Mary Alice, Glenn Close, Eve Ensler, Hazelle Goodman, Rosie Perez
The documentary What I Want My Words to Do to You offers a look at some actual rehabilitation at a women's maximum security prison. Directors Judith ... More
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23. Bird by Bird with Annie: A Film Portrait of Writer Anne Lamott (1998)
directed by Freida Lee Mock
featuring Anne Lamott
Bird by Bird With Annie: A Film Portrait of Writer Anne Lamott profiles the writer's writer Anne Lamott, author of fiction and of the celebrated ... More
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24. An Evening with Lewis Grizzard
Each installment of An Evening With presents a performer, band, group, or other public figure in a setting aimed to please fans looking for a ... More
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25. Willa Cather: The Road Is All (2005)
directed by Joel Geyer
Few events had as much impact on the life of young Willa Cather than her move from a lavish Virginia home to the endless prairies of Nebraska. A ... More
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