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A Night in Venice (1 x 60 ')
This unique ensemble combines original and classically influenced melodies with electrifying rhythmic arrangements. As an added theatrical bonus, the musicians are featured in colorful Venetian Baroque costumes adorned with sculpted powdered wigs.

America's Team (1 x 57')
The Air Force Thunderbirds have been thrilling audiences since the 1950’s.  Their awe-inspiring demonstrations are seen by millions of people all over the world.  This documentary follows the team for an entire air show season, at home, in Nellis AFB near Las Vegas, and on the road across the United States. But this year is different, for the first time a female pilot has joined the ranks of this elite fellowship and her story is truly inspiring.  Join her and the entire Thunderbird squadron in this exhilarating and patriotic program to discover what it takes to be a part of America’s Team!

Ancient Secrets Of The Bible Collectors Series (26 x 30')
For thousands of years, Christians the world over have based their faith on the truth of the Bible and the meaningful stories these scriptures present as real events in the lives of real people. This exciting series will continue the search for answers to the Bible's most controversial questions and will discover answers that reveal the astonishing truths behind this sacred book.

Bake Decorate Celebrate! (65 x 30')
On Bake Decorate Celebrate!, co-hosts Nancy Siler and Melanie Glasscock show viewers how exciting it is to create great cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more. Those who have no previous decorating experience, and who are looking to start a new hobby will appreciate the easy, fun ideas offered on the show.

Chefs A'Field (26 x 30')
Praised by master chef Julia Child for its "wonderful and refreshing focus," this series takes viewers on a glorious culinary journey, to the source of great food, tracing the origins of great meals from the fields, forests, farms and waters of the world.

Chefs A'Field: Kids On The Farm (13 x 30')
The third season of the award-winning PBS television series Chefs A’ Field: Kids on the Farm offers a new batch of culinary adventures for all ages as America’s best chefs—and their kids— venture out to the farms, fishing boats and ranches for a look at where great food comes from.

Chef's Story (26 x 30')
Chef's Story is a 26-part series that brings together 27 extraordinary chefs to tell their story of culinary accomplishments and how they got to the top. Each half-hour program focuses on a master chef whose life, work, and evolution as a food legend is thoroughly explored. Each shares personal and professional reminiscences and demonstrates cooking techniques.

Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia (1 x 40')
Thanks to the magic of the giant screen, Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia provides a unique occasion to get a true experience of the incredible size and strength of these creatures that once roamed the Earth. Creatures that are even to big for an IMAX screen.

Frequency (13 x 30')
A backstage look into the lives of a variety of musical artists -- those on the way up to more established acts like Eric Clapton, Peter Frampton, Gladys Knight, The Beach Boys, Diana Ross, and Carlos Santana.

Gateway Arch, The (1 x 58')
Narrated by academy award-winner and St. Louis native Kevin Kline, chronicles for the first time the complete story of this great American symbol... From Thomas Jefferson, Lewis & Clark, and St. Louis' role in westward expansion; to the eventual construction of the largest stainless steel structure in history.

Giant Screen Films Collection (14 x 45')
An award-winning collection of Giant Screen Films.

GlobeRiders Indochina Expedition (13 x 30 or 6 x 60')
From Saigon to Singapore, the GlobeRiders Indochina Expedition is an 8000-mile adventure through Southeast Asia by motorcycle. Ride through Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia, experiencing the bustling cities, back roads, floating markets, and ancient temples. Hosted by author Helge Pedersen (Ten Years on Two Wheels) and Chris Poland.

GlobeRiders Silk Road Adventure (4 x 60')
From Istanbul, Turkey to Xian, China, this eight-week motorcycle journey crossed the vast deserts of Central Asia, high mountain passes, and through crowded, bustling cities.

Great Decisions (8 x 30')
World leaders and experts discuss some of the most pressing issues facing the international community in this collection of eight episodes from the fascinating Great Decisions series, produced by the U.S. Foreign Policy Association. The shows tackle such complicated topics as the Exiting Iraq, the U.S. Military, Talking with the Enemy, EU at 50, and Reexamining Russia.

Ice Island (1 x 54')
In an action-filled Global Warming themed adventure, a daring team of scientists and explorers pushes the limits of technology to plunge through bone chilling Antarctic waters to be the first humans to explore above, below and inside the greatest iceberg in recorded history.

Ice Music (1 x 50')
The story of the Geilo Ice Music Festival and the extraordinary artists that make it happen. In seven days ice is transformed into a stage and musical instruments are created: a guitar, didgeridoo, Norwegian horns, Brazilian Udus and Guiros. The festival culminates in an outdoor, mountaintop concert under the first full moon of the new year.

Jim Knox's Wild Zoofari (13 x 30')
An original, live-action children's wildlife conservation series filmed at the world's premiere zoos and aquariums and in the wild. It is the only wildlife series to earn the unprecedented, written endorsement of the A.Z.A. (Association of Zoos and Aquariums).

John Paul The Great (1 x 60')
When he was elected Pope John Paul II in 1978, Karol Wotyla became the first Slav ever to take the seat of St. Peter. Over the next 26 years, he would change the image of the papacy forever. John Paul the Great takes you through the extraordinary life of one of the 21st century's greatest men.

Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa (1 x 40 ')
Join a band of trekkers as they journey through rugged terrain and extreme conditions to look out from Africa's highest point in David Breashears' mountain adventure large-format film, Kilimanjaro: TO THE ROOF OF AFRICA.

Last Ridge, The (1 x 60')
A compelling new one-hour documentary recounts the true mission impossible of the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division during WWII. After backbreaking training, the legendary alpine fighting force was sent to dislodge the entrenched Germans on Italy's mountaintops. The rest is history. The 10th turned the tide for the Allies in Italy, revolutionized winter mountain warfare, transformed winter sports and inspired a new generation of soldiers.

Lizard Kings (1 x 43')
An educational, entertaining and fun program about how the superlative documentary "Dinosaurs 3D: Giants of Patagonia" came to happen. The host guides you through the different stages of production that lead the film crew to bring Rodolfo Coria's vision to life.

Longevity Secret, The (1 x 60')
According to the Bible, ancient people lived not just several decades, but several centuries.  Could it be the secret to amazing longevity is about to be rediscovered?  Might the quest to uncover the remains of an ancient wooden ship high atop Mount Ararat hold the key?  Could this ship be Noah’s Ark?

Majestic White Horses (1 x 38 ')
This film captures the heart and mystique of this great animal, focusing on the world's most famous horses, the Lippizans of Austria, and their home, the internationally famous Spanish Riding School of Vienna. From birth, through a horse's youth and ultimately to the crowning achievement of its entrance into the School, the film follows the development of these incredible horses.

Making of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The (1 x 43')
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the classic Western about the lives of two of America's most famous outlaws.  Director George Roy Hill, actors Paul Newman and Robert Redford, and writer William Goldman, narrate this film, talking about some of the experiences, both good and bad, of bringing the film to life.

Moneytrack (28 x 30')
Season II of this new public television series educates and inspires viewers to make wiser, more informed investment decisions. Each episode features stories about investing, personal finances and tips for avoiding common investment scams. Co-hosts Pam Krueger and Jack Gallagher are joined by guests such as TV personality Ben Stein, syndicated personal finance writer Jane Bryant Quinn, and "Investing 101" reporter Rob Black, who provide tips for those seeking to take greater control over their finances.

Mystic India (1 x 45')
An in-depth look at the culture and history of India by following the incredible journeys of Neelkanth, a young boy who traveled throughout this vast majestic land over the course of many years.

Ni Hao, Europe! (1 x 51')
The film begins in China and portrays the daily lives of four of the musicians from the Chinese orchestra of Guangzhou. Subsequently, the camera team accompanies the orchestra on a two-week tour of Europe. In addition to featuring the concerts and the associated tour stress, the documentary also portrays the likeable quirkiness of the musicians.

Ocean Men (1 x 40')
This documentary follows the fascinating story of two, world champion freedivers and their unique relationship with the sea. Through the use of breathtaking underwater photography and enchanting music, audiences are able to enjoy the feeling of diving into the deep blue world of danger and stunning beauty. This documentary is the fascinating story of two divers and their unique relationship to the sea. Their goal - dive deeper than anyone has ever gone before on a single breath of air.

Racehoss (1 x 120 ')
The incredible and moving life story of Albert Race Sample, "Racehoss" is an award-winning film documentary directed by Sean Hepburn Ferrer. This powerful, one-man show takes viewers on an unforgettable journey of resiliency, revelation and redemption.

Richard Bangs' Adventures With Purpose (2 x 60')
Join host, Richard Bangs, the father of modern adventure travel as he journeys across the planet in search of ecological challenges and ecological solutions. Leader of 35 first descents of rivers around the globe, a mountain climber and renowned author-Richard brings a lifetime of experience to Adventures with Purpose.

Riviera Cocktail (1 x 97 or 1 x 52 ')
No photographer offers us a more extensive, exciting and stirring record of cultural life at the Cote d'Azur in the 1950s than Irishman Edward Quinn (1920 - 1997). He penetrated the society jungle on the French Riviera and salvaged invaluable treasures in this former epicenter of high life, big business, art, music and literature. The stage is set for the performance of the social comedy "Glitz and Glamour". Includes photos of Grace Kelly, Pablo Picasso, Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, Brigitte Bardot and many more.

ROMEreports (50 x 30')
Religious-based programs offering extensive reporting from Rome, and coverage of the life of the Church, papal addresses and other current social, political, economic, cultural and religious debates taking place in and around the Vatican.

Secret World Of Wellness (3 x 52')
The dream of eternal beauty. The desire to defy death. They have always been there, from the earliest days of woman and man. In three episodes, Ancient Beauty brings the magic of some of the world's most advanced early cultures back to life: Ancient China, Rome and India.

Timeless (1 x 52')
With a mix of aerial, still, and time lapse photography, award winning cinematographer David Fortney has captured some of the most amazing visuals within these North American National Parks.

Travel With Kids (26 x 30')
Join the Roberts family for wild adventures in the new award winning series "Travel With Kids." Explore top family destinations, learning all the tips and tricks to traveling with kids. From where to stay, how to get around and where to eat on a budget. "Travel With Kids" is entertaining and practical travel information for the entire family

Water's Journey (4 x 56')
Water’s Journey is a four episode series that reveals the nature, and mechanics of our most important water resources: Groundwater, Rivers, Lakes, Springs, Wetlands, Estuaries, and Ocean environments. The entire series follows a team of scientist, and adventures as they explore their way through entire water systems. Along the way they reveal: How each system works, its natural history, and mankind’s relationship with these systems. The series takes great care to objectively explore impacts to the system and offers protection, and restoration strategies and solutions based on physical examples.

World's Greatest Fair, The (1 x 119')
A fascinating view of the largest World's Fair in history held in 1904. Hundreds of images, early film footage, and engaging interviews bring to life stories of dog-eating tribes on exhibit, marathon runners openly administered drugs, and the alleged creation of the ice cream cone and iced tea.

Xavier (1 x 57')
Narrated by Academy Award-winner Liam Neeson, and filmed on location in the footsteps of the Jesuit missionary, this documentary features stunning scenery from Rome, Spain, Paris, India, China, and Japan as well as interviews with world-renowned scholars in the fields of history and theology.