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Close to the Bone. by Thomas, Jared,film director.; McKinnon, Malcolm,film director.; Ronin Films (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Ronin Films in 2022.In September 1852, in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, the mutilated body of 16-year-old shepherd, James Brown, was found. The next day, a reprisal party of 17 men killed a disputed number of First Nations people. 170 years later, descendants of James Brown’s family return to the Flinders Ranges and reach out to people from some of the Aboriginal groups and share memories of the traumatic early period of European invasion. What happens when stories of violence and conquest on Australia’s colonial frontier are more than just an historical abstraction, with powerful and personal meanings for families and individuals on both sides of the inter-cultural frontier? Can the scars of past atrocities be reconciled and healed through the act of truth-telling? CLOSE TO THE BONE is a practical exercise in ‘truth and reconciliation,’ engaging with culturally and politically challenging material, in an effort to forge shared understandings. The film reveals diverse understandings of historic events, while seeking to resolve a shared path forward. In doing so, the film is informed by Charlie Perkins’ words: ‘We know we cannot live in the past, but the past lives in us.’Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Social sciences.; Australians.; Foreign study.; History, Modern.; Documentary films.; Indigenous peoples.; Current affairs.; History.; Violence.; Aboriginal Australians.; Australia.;
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Lessons from Lucy : the simple joys of an old, happy dog / by Barry, Dave,author.;
"Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and bestselling author of Dave Barry Turns 40 now shows how to age gracefully, taking cues from his beloved and highly intelligent dog, Lucy. Faced with the obstacles and challenges of life after middle age, Dave Barry turns to his best dog, Lucy, to learn how to live his best life. From "Make New Friends" (an unfortunate fail when he can't overcome his dislike for mankind) to "Don't Stop Having Fun" (validating his longtime membership in a marching unit that performs in parades--and even Obama's inauguration), Dave navigates his later years with good humor and grace. Lucy teaches Dave how to live in the present, how to let go of daily grievances, and how to feel good in your own skin. The lessons are drawn from Dave's routine humiliations and stream-of-consciousness accounts of the absurdities of daily life, which will leave you heaving with laughter and recognition. Laugh-out-loud hilarious, whether he's trying to "Pay Attention to the People You Love" (even when your brain is not listening) or deciding to "Let Go of Your Anger," Dave Barry's Lessons From Lucy is a witty and wise guide to joyous living"--
Subjects: Conduct of life; Aging; Dogs; Pets; American wit and humor.;
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Downside Up. by White, Luke,film director.; Filmhub, Inc. (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Filmhub, Inc. in 2024.Two brothers, Nick and Alex, embark on a worldwide journey to discover what life is like for other siblings living with Down’s Syndrome. Along the way, they learn more about their own relationship and the special bond they have with one another.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Health.; Social sciences.; Psychology.; Sociology.; Mental health.; Documentary films.; Developmental disabilities.; Families.; Disabilities.; Down syndrome.;
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GLOW. by Whitcomb, Brett,film director.; Booher, Dee,actor.; Dole, Emily,actor.; Zybysko, Larry,actor.; Moretti, Lisa,actor.; Cineverse (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Dee Booher, Emily Dole, Larry Zybysko, Lisa MorettiOriginally produced by Cineverse in 2012.This heartfelt documentary chronicles the rise and fall of the first-ever all-female pro-wrestling show through the stories of those who lived it.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Health.; Social sciences.; Physical education and training.; Gender identity.; Documentary films.; Women's studies.;
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The Three Little Pigs. by Amor, Martin,film director.; Amor, Jaime,actor.; Cosmic Kids (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Jaime AmorOriginally produced by Cosmic Kids in 2020.Jaime tells the story of The Three Little Pigs in yoga poses. We meet the three pigs and they each build a house they think will be strong enough. The Big Bad Wolf can't knock down George Pork's brick house, so the 3 little pigs and The Wolf decide to be friends and live happily ever after - but only once the Wolf has agreed to go vegetarian of course!Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Education films.; Children's stories.; Animals.;
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How to Murder Your Wife. by Quine, Richard,film director.; Lemmon, Jack,actor.; , Terry-Thomas,actor.; Lisi, Virna,actor.; MGM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Jack Lemmon, Terry-Thomas, Virna LisiOriginally produced by MGM in 1965.A successful syndicated cartoonist is dedicated to living the bachelor life, complete with a devoted English butler-valet-confidante...until he awakens one morning after a wild stag party, only to discover that he married the sexy, sensual Italian beauty who popped out of the cake and barely speaks English. What's more...she doesn't believe in divorce. Now, how does the ultimate bachelor get rid of her? With the perfect murder scheme, of course!Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Motion Pictures.; Comedy.; Motion pictures.;
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Life & Beth. by Schumer, Amy,actor.; Cera, Michael,actor.; Flood, Susannah,actor.; Young, Violet,actor.; Fifth Season (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Amy Schumer, Michael Cera, Susannah Flood, Violet YoungOriginally produced by Fifth Season in 2022.Beth’s life would look pretty great on paper. Impressive to everyone she grew up with.  She makes a good living as a wine distributor. She’s in a long-term relationship with a successful guy and lives in Manhattan. When a sudden incident forces Beth to engage with her past her life changes forever. Through flashbacks to her teen self, Beth starts to learn how she became who she is and who she wants to become.  We’ll go on her journey towards building a bigger, bolder and more authentic life. Learning to express herself and living in an intentional way. A trip down memory lane is a strong source of trauma, comedy and moving forward.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Television comedies.;
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De-Lovely. by Winkler, Irwin,film director.; Judd, Ashley,actor.; Pryce, Jonathan,actor.; Kline, Kevin,actor.; MGM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Ashley Judd, Jonathan Pryce, Kevin KlineOriginally produced by MGM in 2004.In this exuberant cinematic ode to legendary composer Cole Porter, the lives of Cole (Kevin Kline) and Linda (Ashley Judd) Porter were never less than glamorous and wildly unconventional. Though Cole's thirst for life strained their marriage, Linda never stopped being his muse, inspiring some of the greatest songs of the 20th century. Featuring outstanding performances by some of today's greatest musical stars including Elvis Costello, Sheryl Crow and Robbie Williams.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Drama.; Motion pictures.;
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Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth. by Moyers, Bill,actor.; Campbell, Joseph,actor.; Film Movement (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Bill Moyers, Joseph CampbellOriginally produced by Film Movement in 1988.In this beloved 1988 PBS series, mythologist and storyteller Joseph Campbell joins Bill Moyers to explore what enduring myths can tell us about our lives. In each of six episodes, Moyers and Campbell focus on a character or theme found in cultural and religious mythologies. Campbell argues that these timeless archetypes continue to have a powerful influence on the choices we make and the ways we live.Released shortly after Campbell’s death on October 30, 1987, THE POWER OF MYTH was one of the most popular TV series in the history of public television, and continues to inspire new audiences.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Social sciences.; Philosophy and religion.; Sociology.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; Spirituality.; Mythology.; Religion.; Philosophy.; Documentary television programs.;
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My Ghost Story: S2. by A&E® (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by A&E® in 2011.Everybody has a ghost story. But how many people have filmed theirs? Welcome to MY GHOST STORY, where true and unbelievable stories of the paranormal are told by the people who lived through them - and actually captured their hauntings on tape.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Feature films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.;
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