Summary: Among the most fascinating chapters of film history is that of the so-called "race films" that flourished in the 1920s -'40s. Unlike the "black cast" films produced within the Hollywood studio system, these films not only starred African Americans but were funded, written, produced, edited, distributed, and often exhibited by people of color. Entrepreneurial filmmakers built an industry apart...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC PIO1 available in Sight & Sound Print Material, Call number: SSC DVD DOC PIO
Summary: Caillou, Mommy and Rosie go to the park, where they join Leo and Clementine. Caillou accidentally breaks Clementine's bucket. Caillou offers his bucket to replace the broken one and they all work together to build a sand castle. Children learn about: considering the feelings of friends; playground safety; the importance of tied shoelaces.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment 2004
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV CAISummary: Known as the "Father of Claymation," Will Vinton revolutionized the animation business during the 1980s and 90s, creating such iconic characters as the California Raisins and Domino's The Noid. But after thirty years of being the unheralded king of clay, Vinton's carefully sculpted American dream came crumbling down. Structured around interviews with this charismatic pioneer and his close...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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2 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD DOC CLASummary: Lassie come home: A collie braves storms, hunger, and peril to return to her young master. Son of Lassie: On a bombing run over enemy-occupied Norway, a bomber crewman and his devoted dog, Lassie's son Laddie, parachute from their damaged aircraft into a series of wartime adventures. Courage of Lassie: Lassie is in the Army now. Follows the canine's new adventures form his wilderness puppyhood...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Distributed by Warner Home Video 2011
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1 available in Drama DVDs, Call number: DVD DRAMA GRESummary: In the month of Kislev: A rich, arrogant merchant takes the family of a poor peddler to court and learns a lesson about the meaning of Hanukkah. The night before Christmas: The story of Santa's visit on a snowy Christmas Eve. Seven candles for Kwanzaa: For each new day of Kwanzaa, a new candle is lit and children and adults share their thoughts, songs, stories from the past and dreams about the...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV WINSummary: Thirteen short films with unforgettable characters, insightful bonus extras, and cutting-edge animation, it's a must-own for any movie fan!
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2018