himself. Robbed of his money and possessions his first day in town, he finds work with a self-righteous, bullying preacher, and an unscrupulous music mogul who exploits young hopefuls. In desperation, the simple country boy turns outlaw, at war with both the police and his rivals in the ganja trade. Ivan’s dream of stardom soon becomes reality as he rises to the top of the pop charts and the most-wanted lists. This gritty, groundbreaking film brought reggae music to the international stage, made Jimmy Cliff a star, and demonstrated that music and art can change the world.  (less)

life takes a tragic downward spiral after authorities ban him from playing in public and his wife leaves him. Master filmmaker Mehrjui has the distinction of being censored by both the Shah of Iran and the Islamic fundamentalists that followed in the wake of the Revolution. That he has survived and continues to make films is a testament to his talent, fortitude, and influence on younger generations of filmmakers. Still unafraid of controversy after 30 years of Iranian filmmaking, Mehrjui suggests in his film that his country s current cultural repression is connected to its rampant drug addition. The soundtrack for this great film is also available.  (less)

Country Regions. Photography by Sandra Cannon, an award winning photographer whose Napa Valley and wine country photography hangs in many restaurants, hotels, private and corporate art collections. From sweeping landscapes to grapes the photography is set to a smokey jazz SoundTrack, the kind everyone likes. Makes a great gift. The Art of Atmosphere. Create the background. Revisit the wine country, put it on and Relax. DETAILS: Title: Wine Country in Four Season Description: Sweeping Landscapes to remember the wine country by. Length: 30 minutes. Content: 116 BLACK AND WHITE photography images at 15 second intervals, blunt cut. Format: High Resolution Photography 1920 by 1080 pixels. Sound: Jazz Music by Bjorn Lynne. (The...  (less)

their music in the context of their homeland as the camera catches the changing panorama of Canada's vast landscape. An inspiring set of musical portraits created and voiced by the country's greatest singers, songwriters and musicians: Paul Anka, The Band, Lenny Breau, Wilf Carter, David Clayton-Thomas (Blood, Sweat and Tears), Leonard Cohen, The Crew Cuts, The Diamonds, Denny Doherty (The Mamas and the Papas), Gil Evans, Maynard Ferguson, Maureen Forrester, The Four Lads, Glenn Gould, The Guess Who, Ian and Sylvia, John Kay (Steppenwolf), Moe Koffman, Gordon Lightfoot, Guy Lombardo, Rob McConnell, Joni Mitchell, Anne Murray, Oscar Peterson, Rush, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Hank Snow, Domenic Troiano, Zal Yanovsky (The Lovin' Spoonful), and Nei...  (less)

O. Jankovsky, S. Nikonenko, V. Menshov, B. Stupka, S. Bezrukov, A. Rezalin, S. Gabrielian and others; This fantastic musical adventurous comedy is a cheerful fairy tale from a life of card swindlers of Russia of the beginning of a century. This film is about people which do not know what is to live boringly. They are elegant in a deceit each other, they all are so clever and artistic. This tale reminds us that we live in the most 'cheerful' country of the world - in Russia. And doesnt matter how hard and sad the life is, laugh - unique medicine from everything.  (less)

a benefit concert for the Country Music Hall of Fame. Filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen loved it so much that they hired famed documentary filmmaker D.A. Pennebaker to record the show for posterity. The concert that unfolded that night was one of the greatest musical moments in the annals of Music City. Performers: John Hartford, Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Chris Thomas King, The Cox Family, Fairfield Four, Union Station, Colin Linden, The Nashville Bluegrass Band, The Peasall Sisters, Ralph Stanley, David Rawlings, The Whites. 98 minutes.  (less)

and steel-blue lakes. See the country’s legendary landmarks—the dizzying heights of Edinburgh’s Castle Rock, immaculate greens of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, mysterious glacial waters of Loch Ness, and many more—from a unique aerial perspective. Chase wild deer across green hills splashed with yellow gorse. Swoop down on coastal villages so close that you can almost taste the sweet, smoky salmon. With a poetic narration and a soundtrack of authentic regional music, Visions of Scotland opens your eyes, ears, and heart to this legendary land. Includes bonus footage not seen on public television.  (less)

that she can turn anybody into an overnight sensation, that somebody turns out to be Nick. Now Jake must haul Nick back to the hills of Tennessee for a two-week crash course in how to walk, talk and sing like a genuine Country star. Can a tough talkin’ hillbilly gal with everything to lose and a slick city guy who hits all the wrong notes finally find a way to make beautiful music together? Ron Leibman (NORMA RAE) and Richard Farnsworth (THE STRAIGHT STORY) co-star in this wild comedy from the director of PORKY’S and A CHRISTMAS STORY, co-written by Sylvester Stallone and featuring a hot soundtrack of songs written and performed by Dolly Parton.  (less)

for the transformation of the cultural and political landscape. Most set trends in music, fashion and dance while flouting convention and testing the boundaries of society's accepted moral values. Besides setting the scene for the release of the song, the programs feature the song's creator(s) and explore its cultural impact and the ways that it changed the course of history. Guests include recording artists, music industry executives, cultural and political pundits and the music fans themselves for whom these songs became their life's soundtrack. Shania Twain transcended all the genres and set the music industry on its ear. She combined country songs with pop style production and marketing, using video to create a dynamic image, injecting country with a more uptown style...  (less)

pin-up girls a la Vargas features hotties working in the garage, hanging out at the drag strip and cruisin' country roads. The action is set to a smokin' soundtrack featuring Gearhead Records' roster of rock n' roll, pop and punk bands.  (less)

all-star cast in this freeride classic. Travel the globe with the TGR crew witnessing first descents in Alaska, BC and Sweden, exploring new terrain and visiting places most people have never heard of. The soundtrack includes music from Unwritten Law, Widespread Panic, Sprung Monkey and more. This is Uprising.  (less)

more. This DVD is a soothing blend of exquisite photography, video art, and wonderful music. Full Widescreen with a captivating Dolby 5.1 surround soundtrack. Looks great on any TV. For those with home theatre, this DVD will transform your flat screen TV into a relaxing work of art. Makes an elegant background atmosphere for entertaining.  (less)