James Dean and Me (1995)
Género : Documental, Película de TV
Tiempo de ejecución : 50M
Director : Ben Strout
Sinopsis
A documentary about James Dean. People who knew him or had worked with him reminisce.
Orphaned and left in the desert as an infant, Evil Roy Slade (John Astin) grew up alone—save for his teddy bear—and mean. As an adult, he is notorious for being the "meanest villain in the West"—so he's thrown for quite a loop when he falls for sweet schoolteacher Betsy Potter (Pamela Austin). There's also Nelson L. Stool (Mickey Rooney), a railroad tycoon, who, along with his dimwitted nephew Clifford (Henry Gibson), is trying to get revenge on Evil Roy Slade for robbing him.
George Carlin brings his comedy back to New Jersey and this time talks about Offensive Language, Euphemisms, They're Only Words, Dogs, Things you never hear, see or wanna hear, Some people are stupid, Cancer, Feminists, Good Ideas, Rape, Life's moments, and organ donors.
When George Carlin is asked which HBO concert is his favorite, his answer is always, "Jammin’ In New York." The show, taped at the Paramount Theater in Madison Square Garden and winner of the 1992 CableACE Award, is a perfect blend of biting social commentary and more gently-observed observational pieces.
A documentary about the classic 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' film, including interviews with Gunnar Hansen, Edwin Neal, John Dugan and Jim Seidow.
The classic board game, Scrabble, has been popular for decades. In addition, there are fanatics who devote heart and soul to this game to the expense of everything else. This film profiles a group of these enthusiasts as they converge for a Scrabble convention where the word game is almost a bloodsport.
Dos mujeres sufren un tremendo accidente de tráfico en una autopista de Los Ángeles. Ambas llevan vidas diametralmente opuestas pero coinciden en que son madres que trabajan fuera de sus casas y además sostienen el peso de la responsabilidad familiar, lo que en ocasiones les lleva a soportar situaciones de estrés muy peligrosas. Ese mismo día sus apresuradas vidas se cruzan en la carretera provocando una espantosa tragedia. (FILMAFFINITY)
La chica del siglo XXI saca lo mejor de una aburrida misión al prestar apoyo a algunos alienígenas sin hogar.
A commercial-jet captain (Chuck Connors) has ghosts on board from stones of an English abbey being shipped overseas.
A year in the life of troubled Australian graffiti artist Justin Hughes.
Un conocido chapero local aparece muerto a manos de un psicópata en cuyos sangrientos rituales utiliza la sangre de las víctimas a modo de pintura. Su hermano Michael, un jesuita especializado en arte, se sumergirá en los bajos fondos de la ciudad para encontrar pistas sobre el asesino. Allí descubrirá un mundo donde la religión, el arte, el sexo y la muerte se unirán y, poco a poco, su fe se irá desvaneciendo.
This documentary on the effect the talent competition "Afghan Star" has on the incredibly diverse inhabitants of Afghanistan affords a glimpse into a country rarely seen. Contestants risk their lives to appear on the television show that is a raging success with the public and also monitored closely by the government.
Una expedición marciana es enviada a la Tierra en busca de mujeres para poder seguir perpetuando la raza marciana. Demuestran su impecable gusto cuando se fijan en una atractiva científica.
Urban Trauma is the hilarious standup programme by Alan Davies, the star of Jonathan Creek.
Jim Douglas es un joven piloto de carreras al que las cosas no le han ido muy bien. En la tienda del Sr. Thorndyke, conoce a Herbie, un curioso Wolkswagen que parece tener vida propia ya que actúa y se mueve por su cuenta. Herbie le sigue hasta su casa y se hacen amigos. Jim le da entonces unos pequeños retoques al coche para que pueda participar en grandes competiciones. La compenetración de los dos es total, y comienzan a competir en las primeras carreras... (FILMAFFINITY)
While California is going bankrupt, one business is booming. "How Weed Won the West" is the story of the growing medical cannabis / marijuana industry in the greater Los Angeles area, with over 700 dispensaries doling out the buds. As a treatment for a wide range of conditions, cannabis is quickly proving itself as a healthier natural alternative to many prescription drugs.
From the masters who create the mind-bending diversions to the tense competition at the American Crossword Puzzle Tournament, Patrick Creadon's documentary reveals a fascinating look at a decidedly addictive pastime. Creadon captures New York Times editor Will Shortz at work, talks to celebrity solvers -- including Bill Clinton and Ken Burns -- and presents an intimate look at the national tournament and its competitors.
George Carlin celebrates 40 years of comedy and here, he presents 2 new standup bits, comedian Jon Stewart gives an interview with him, and we look at his old comedy work through the last 4 decades.
Back in Town is George Carlin's ninth HBO special. It was also released on CD on September 17, 1996. This was also his first of many performances at the Beacon Theater in New York City. He rants about Abortion, The death penalty, prison farms, fart jokes, free floating hostility and words.
Legendary comic Carlin comes back to the Beacon theater to angrily rant about airport security, germs, cigars, angels, children and parents, men, names, religion, god, advertising, Bill Jeff and minorities.
Tres historias de amor lésbico tienen lugar en la misma casa, pero en épocas diferentes (1961, 1972 y 2000). La primera muestra una relación entre dos mujeres maduras, que es rechazada por sus familiares, y la situación de indefensión legal en que queda una de ellas cuando muere la otra. En la segunda, una chica tiene problemas con sus amigas, todas ellas lesbianas y feministas, por el hecho de haberse enamorado de una mujer muy masculina. El tercer relato aborda el debate de dos mujeres sobre la concepción de un hijo.