The Brooklyn Bridge was not only a landmark, but also the first bridge of its kind. No one had ever used steel for construction, nor used cables of metal, nor built a suspension bridge so long. Until one man dared to try. In 19th century New York, where buildings were no more than five stories tall, engineer John Roebling’s soaring and majestic Brooklyn Bridge was nothing short of a technological miracle. But Roebling's innovation led to an uphill battle against the elements, corrupt politicians, and scientists who claimed the first strong wind would collapse the bridge to rubble. The History Channel™ presents the thrilling and comprehensive story of ''the eighth wonder of the world.'' Witness moving firsthand accounts, interviews with experts, and extensive footage that explores the many trials and disasters that plagued Roebling's masterpiece — and ultimately cost him his life

The Help is an inspirational, courageous and empowering story about very different, extraordinary women in the 1960s and a timeless, universal and triumphant story about the ability to create change

Прекрасно сочетая стиль документального изложения, 20 фильмов объективно раскрывают перед зрителем участие СССР во Второй мировой войне, шаг за шагом проводят его через все ключевые ее этапы - июнь 1941-го, битва за Москву, блокада Ленинграда, Сталинград, Курская дуга

English-language French science fiction film directed, co-written, and based on a story by Luc Besson. The film stars Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman, and Milla Jovovich. Mostly set during the twenty-third century, the film

The discs contain great movies about life. They have great character development and an entertaining story line. The acting and the story. The story is definitely relatable and pertains to current events in the world today. Actors of these movies : H. Duff, H. Locklear, C. Noth, M. Potter, F. Prinze, D. Quait [et al.]

The King"s Speech is a British historical drama film. Colin Firth plays King George VI who, to cope with a stammer, sees Lionel Logue, an Australian speech therapist played by Geoffrey Rush. The men become friends as they work together, and after his brother abdicates the throne, the new King relies on Logue to help him make his first wartime radio broadcast on Britain's declaration of war on Germany in 1939

A popular high school girl is harassed by a delinquent boy until they are placed in creative writing class together. Through written words, they create a bond, but tragically a bond that cannot withstand her social pressures or his brutal home life

Диск содержит материалы об археологических исследованиях ботайской культуры

The Kingdom of Jordan is an oriental exotic with a completely European style of tourism infrastructure. This country has witnessed great historical eras, and modern Jordan offers tourists a rich "excursion", the Dead Sea, diving, snorkeling and the vast expanses of the Wadi Rum desert. A country with a thousand-year history - the cradle of civilization, one of the main cultural centers in the Middle East - is actively developing its tourism potential

Will Smith stars in this moving tale inspired by the true story of Chris Gardner, a San Francisco salesman struggling to build a future for himself and his 5-year-old son Christopher