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Never Look Away. by Lawless, Lucy,film director.; Amanpour, Christiane,actor.; Films We Like (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Christiane AmanpourOriginally produced by Films We Like in 2024.Discover the untold story of Margaret Moth in NEVER LOOK AWAY, a gripping feature doc that takes you through the life of a fearless CNN video journalist who risked everything to capture the truth in the world's most dangerous warzones. With insights from colleagues like Christiane Amanpour, this film not only celebrates Moth's groundbreaking achievements, but also reveals the complexities of her personal journey exploring courage, resilience, and the stark realities of conflict.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Journalism.; Digital communications.; Documentary films.; Mass media and culture.; Women's studies.; Biography.; Journalists.; Broadcast journalism.; Photojournalism.;
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The breadwinner [videorecording] / by Cauhdarī, Sārah,voice actor.; Chhaya, Soma,voice actor.; Doron, Anita,1974-screenwriter.; Leo, Anthony,film producer.; Sadiq, Laara,voice actor.; Twomey, Nora,film director.; motion picture adaptation of (work):Ellis, Deborah,1960-Breadwinner series.; Aircraft Pictures (Firm),production company.; Cartoon Saloon (Firm),production company.; Jolie Pas (Firm),production company.; Melusine Productions,production company.; Elevation Pictures,film distributor.;
Editor, Darragh Byrne ; music, Mychael Danna, Jeff Danna.Voices, Saara Chaudry, Soma Chhaya, Laara Sadiq.Parvana is an eleven-year-old girl growing up under the Taliban in Afghanistan in 2001. When her father is wrongfully arrested, Parvana cuts off her hair and dresses like a boy in order to support her family. Working alongside her friend Shauzia, Parvana discovers a new world of freedom, and danger. With undaunted courage, Parvana draws strength from the fantastical stories she invents, as she embarks on a quest to find her father and reunite her family.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.MPAA rating: PG-13; for thematic material including some violent images.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Children's films.; Animated films.; Feature films.; Ellis, Deborah, 1960-; Taliban; Girls; Sex role; Women's rights;
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Oliver and company [videorecording (BLURAY)]. by Lawrence, Joey; Marin, Cheech; Joel, Billy;
Director, Dan Hansen, George Scribner.Billy Joel, Joey Lawrence, Cheech Marin.In the heart of New York City, Oliver, a mischievous orphaned kitten, is befriended by Dodger, a carefree pooch, and his ragtag family of misfit mutts. Life gets even better for Oliver when he is adopted by a lonely little girl named Jenny. But when tough guy Sykes and his Doberman sidekicks try to keep Jenny and Oliver apart, the spirited kitten and his newfound friends discover the meaning of courage and find a home where they truly belong.CHVRS rating: G.Blu-ray.
Subjects: Children's.; Children's films.; Animated.;
© 2013., Buena Vista Home Entertainment,
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Sneaks [videorecording] / by David, Keith,voice actor.; Edwards, Rob,1963-film director,screenwriter.; Fishburne, Laurence,III,1961-voice actor.; Jenkins, Christopher,1960 or 1961-film director.; Mackie, Anthony,1978-voice actor.; Cinema Gypsy Productions,production company.; Lengi Studios (Firm),production company.; Universal Studios, Inc.,presenter,publisher.;
Original score by Terrace Marti.Anthony MacKie, Keith David, Laurence Fishburne.Sneaks follow the adventures of Ty, a misguided designer sneaker who doesn't know life outside the comforts of his velvet-lined shoe box. After his sister is stolen by a shady collector, Ty must venture into NYC to find and rescue her. In his adventure, Ty meets a rag-tag group of footwear friends from all walks of life who help him find the courage to step outside of his shoe box and find his 'sole-mate.'.Canadian Home Video Rating: G.MPAA rating: PG; for some action, scary images and rude humor.Described video for the blind and visually impaired.Subtitled for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH).DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital 2.0.
Subjects: Video recordings for people with visual disabilities.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Children's films.; Comedy films.; Animated films.; Feature films.; Footwear; Rescues; Shoes; Siblings; Sneakers; Sneakers;
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The Silence of the Lambs. by Demme, Jonathan,film director.; Hopkins, Anthony,actor.; Foster, Jodie,actor.; A. Bonney, Lawrence,actor.; MGM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Anthony Hopkins, Jodie Foster, Lawrence A. BonneyOriginally produced by MGM in 1991.With a psychopath named Buffalo Bill is murdering women and believing it takes one to know one, the FBI sends Agent Clarice Starling (Jodie Foster) to interview a demented prisoner: Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Hopkins), a cannibalistic psychiatrist whose fascination with the young agent is as great as his hunger for murder. As their relationship develops, Starling is forced to confront not only her own demons, but also an evil so powerful she may not have the courage to stop!Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Crime.; Thrillers (Motion pictures, television, etc.).; Drama.; Motion pictures.; Horror films.;
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Brave leaders and activists / by Miller, J. P.(Janice P.); Carroll, Chellie.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."The act of segregation was a common thread woven throughout the world, directed at people of color. It takes great courage to stand up against racial injustice and many Black leaders sacrificed their lives to demand equality. Read about men and women who worked on behalf of all people of color including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, Barack Obama, the founders of Black Lives Matter Alicia Garza, Opal Tometi, Patrisse Cullors, and many more"--Provided by publisher.Guided reading: X.LSC
Subjects: Blacks; African Americans; Human rights workers; Civil rights workers, Black; Social reformers; Political activists; Blacks; Anti-racism; Heroes; Leadership;
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The orphan's secret library / by Peters, Glynis,author.;
PREVIOUS BOOK IN SERIES: THE ORPHAN'S HOMECOMING, ISBN 9780008665319. In this fourth entry of the 'Red Cross Orphans' series, Alice Carmichael finds herself at the mercy and kindness of strangers, miles from everything shes ever known, and soon finds that books become her purpose. Now, Alice must channel the courage of her favourite heroines to risk everything for her country. Because its only in writing her own story that Alice can seize the destiny her beloved books have taught her she deserves.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Books and reading; Libraries; Man-woman relationships; Orphans; World War, 1939-1945;
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Marty. by Mann, Delbert,film director.; Blair, Betsy,actor.; Borgnine, Ernest,actor.; Minciotti, Esther,actor.; MGM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Betsy Blair, Ernest Borgnine, Esther MinciottiOriginally produced by MGM in 1955.34- year old Bronx butcher Marty Piletti (Ernest Borgnine) remains as shy and uncomfortable around women today as on the day he was born. So when he meets Clara (Betsy Blair), a lonely schoolteacher, Marty's on top of the world. But when his friends and family continually find fault with Clara, even Marty begins to question his newfound love - until he discovers the courage to follow his heart. Winner of 4 Academy Awards® including Best Picture, Director, Actor, and Screenplay.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion Pictures.; Drama.; Motion pictures.; Romance.;
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The secret book society : a novel / by Martin, Madeline,author.;
London, 1885: Trapped by oppressive marriages and societal expectations, three women receive a mysterious invitation to an afternoon tea at the home of the reclusive Lady Duxbury. Beneath the genteel facade of the gathering lies a secret book club--a sanctuary where they can discover freedom, sisterhood and the courage to rewrite their stories. Eleanor Clarke, a devoted mother suffocating under the tyranny of her husband. Rose Wharton, a transplanted American dollar princess struggling to fit the mold of an aristocratic wife. Lavinia Cavendish, an artistic young woman haunted by a dangerous family secret. All are drawn to the enigmatic Lady Duxbury, a thrice-widowed countess whose husbands' untimely deaths have sparked whispers of murder. As the women form deep, heartwarming friendships, they uncover secrets about their marriages, their pasts and the risks they face. Their courage is their only weapon in the oppressive world that has kept them silent, but when secrets are deadly, one misstep could cost them everything.
Subjects: Historical fiction.; Novels.; Book clubs (Discussion groups); Books and reading; Female friendship; Secrecy; Women;
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I am Ruby Bridges / by Bridges, Ruby.; Smith, Nikkolas,1985-;
"When Ruby Bridges was six years old, she became the first African American student to integrate an elementary school in the South. Told in the perspective of her six year old self and based on the pivotal events that happened in 1960, Ruby tells her story like never before. Embracing her name and learning that even at six years old she was able to pave the path for future generations, this is a story full of hope, innocence, and courage"--Provided by publisher.Ages 4-8.Grades K-1.LSC
Subjects: Bridges, Ruby; African American children; African Americans; School integration;
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