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Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
The story of John Lennon's evolution from beloved Beatle to an outspoken artist and activist to iconic inspiration for peace, and how, in the midst of one of the most tumultuous times in American history, Lennon stood his ground, refused to be silenced and courageously won his battle with the U.S. Government.
Series
Publisher
Sporty's Academy
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Airspace: Provides an in-depth look at operating rules and chart depiction in a logical, easy-to-understand format.
Weather format: A step-to-step guide through the ICAO weather formats and abbreviations of METARs and TAFs. Learn to read and interpret aviation weather reports and extract additional clues they provide about atmospheric conditions.
3) Gun life
Publisher
A&E Home Video
Pub. Date
[1999]
Language
English
Description
Experts like professor John Murrin and Senator Larry Craig shed light on the 2nd Amendment itself, examining exactly what it says and speculating on the founders' intents. From behind the scenes of a shoot-em-up action flick to the halls of Congress, this is an all-encompassing look at gun life in America.
5) Human rights
Publisher
Cambridge Educational
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
"This chaptered DVD sets two crucial human rights-related Constitutional amendments within the context of their historical times: Amendment 13, abolishing slavery throughout the U.S., and Amendment 14, defining U.S. citizenship and stipulating due process and equal protection under the law. Four additional amendments--11, judicial powers construed; 16, federal income tax; and 18 and 21, Prohibition and its repeal--are included as well."--From container.....
Publisher
Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
"These three 20-minute videos examine key constitutional concepts. The first explains why the nation's framers created the Constitution. The second describes the protection of individual rights by highlighting the Supreme Court case of Gideon v. Wainwright, affirming the right to an attorney. The last explores the separation of powers by examining the Supreme Court case of Youngstown v. Sawyer, a challenge to President Truman's decision to take over...
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
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Description
Inspired by the powerful true story of a young Ruth Bader Ginsburg, On the Basis of Sex depicts a then-struggling attorney and new mother facing adversity in her fight for equal rights. When Ruth takes on a ground-breaking case, she knows the outcome could alter the courts' view of gender discrimination. Stronger together, Ruth teams up with her husband, Martin Ginsburg, to fight the case that catapults her into one of the most important public figures...
Publisher
Southport Music Box Corporation d/b/a Music Box Films
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
An Israeli woman seeking to finalize a divorce (Gett) from her estranged husband finds herself effectively put on trial by her country's religious marriage laws, in this powerhouse courtroom drama.
Publisher
Screen Media Films
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Upon being sent to live with her aunt in the small town of Doverville, 12-year-old Emma O'Conner finds herself in the middle of a 'dog-fight' with the Mayor and town dogcatcher. In order to strike down their "no-dogs" law, Emma must bring together a group of schoolmates, grown-ups and adorable dogs of all shapes and sizes.
11) Loving
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The story of Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple, whose challenge of their anti-miscegenation arrest for their marriage in Virginia led to a legal battle that would end at the US Supreme Court.
13) Capernaum
Publisher
Sony Pictures Classics
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
Arabic
Description
After fleeing his negligent and abusive parents, a hardened, streetwise twelve-year-old boy sues them to protest the life they've given him.
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Fast-talking, foul-mouthed used-car liquidator Don Ready and his disorderly crew descend upon a small town to save a struggling auto dealership from bankruptcy by revving up the sales and moving out the cars at the Fourth of July sale. Ready soon discovers that he will have to rely on more than his crafty skills to make the weekend a success when he unexpectedly falls for the owner's daughter.
15) Call Jane
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Chicago, 1968. As the city and the nation are on the brink of political upheaval, suburban housewife Joy and her husband and daughter are living the all-American dream. But Joy's tranquil world is shattered when her life-threatening pregnancy forces her to navigate a medical establishment unwilling to help. This impossible situation leads Joy to the 'Janes,' an underground network providing the only available alternative, helmed by fierce advocates...
17) Outrage
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Reveals politicians who lobby for anti-gay legislation while leading secret lives, the double standards the media sets for these politicians, and the harm inflicted. Includes analysis from Congressman Barney Frank, former New Jersey Governor Jim McGreevey, activist Larry Kramer, and others.
18) Modified
Publisher
Collective Eye Films
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
A first-person feature documentary that questions why genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are not labeled on food products in the United States and Canada, despite being labeled in 64 countries around the world. Shot over a span of ten years, the film follows the ongoing struggle to label GMOs, exposing the cozy relationship between the biotech industry and governments.
19) Lady buds
Publisher
Gravitas Ventures
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
From a Latinx LGBTQ activist to a Black Catholic school principal, six small businesswomen hit California's newly legal cannabis trade. But as aggressive regulations bogart the market, can they each keep their green American dream alight?
20) Weed the people
Publisher
Kino Lorber
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Patients suffering from cancer, and their families, struggle against mean-spirited legislation, and the proclaimed goal of Attorney General Jeff Sessions to roll back marijuana reforms in states such as California.