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The Adventure of English 500AD - 2000AD
An enthralling series, presented by Melvyn Bragg, investigating how the English language has evolved into the most widely spoken and understood language around the world.
(8 x 51 minutes)
©2002-3 LWT, England
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$352.00 BRD142 |
or available individually, $55.00 per episode
For more details see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/English |
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Around the World in 80 Treasures
Dan Cruickshank goes in search of 80 treasures that define the great civilisations around the world; examining their origins, construction and mysteries. (240 minutes)
©2005
DVD Format $79.95 D2039 |
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Art in Reverse
This Australian Art series provides a behind the scenes glimpse into the artistic process. Each episode presents the stages of production from inspiration through to exhibition - in reverse - starting with the gloss and polish of 'opening night'. The weeks and months of work are wound back, tracking the realities of the processes and the network of relationships that swirl around the artists, their artworks and exhibitions. (7 x 23 minutes)
DVD Format Set of 3 DVDs $234.00 GLD101
or available individually, $88.00 each volume
For more details see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts |
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ART SHORTS
Art Express in Process
Follows three Year 12 Visual Art students as they make, complete and submit their bodies of work for the HSC and then go on to enjoy the thrill of being exhibited in Art Express 2005, an annual event held at the Art Gallery of NSW. (12minutes)
Sculpture by the Sea in Process 2004
Three artists share their thoughts about art, sculpture and an iconic annual event which sees Bondi transformed for three weeks into the world's largest outdoor sculpture park. Follow the process as new works by Alexander Seton, Robert Hawkins and Ingrid Morley make the journey from studio to coastline. (10minutes)
©2004/2005 Guiding Light Productions
DVD Format $66.00 GLD105
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The Art of Bill Henson
One of Australia's most important photographic artists is Bill Henson. He photographs mostly at night and spends his days in his darkroom, meticulously studying and reworking minute details of his prints to achieve the right balance of colour and light. (25minutes)
©2003 ABC Television
DVD Format $66.00 Schools/$88.00 Standard ABD301
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Beatrix Potter - Artist, Storyteller and Countrywoman
Based on the biography written by Judy Taylor, this documentary visits the countryside Beatrix Potter loved so much and shows many of the original exquisite water colours which illustrate her stories.
©1993 Weston Woods
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Brett Whiteley: Alchemy
A profile on Australian artist Brett Whiteley, centered on his work on Alchemy, one of his largest paintings. (30 minutes)
©1973 ABC Television
DVD Format $66.00 Schools/$88.00 Standard ABD302
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Broadway-The American Musical (M)
Julie Andrews presents the story of Broadway, its history and its relationship to 20th Century American life. (342 minutes)
©2005
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Broadway: The Golden Age
Tells the story of theatrical legends, how they came to New York, and how they created this legendary century in American theatre. One of the most lavish documentaries on show-business ever undertaken. (100 minutes) ©2004
DVD Format $29.95 D1088
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Burden of Dreams
A chilling account of German filmmaker Werner Herzog's obsession to complete the painfully plagued jungle shooting of his film Fitzcarraldo. A fascinating record of an obsessed genius and his battle to finish the project in the face of insurmountable odds.
©1982 Directed by Les Blank
DVD Format $32.95 D1766
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Celluloid Heroes
Four part series detailing the evolution of Australian Cinema from the early silent film-era to 1995. (220 minutes)
©2005 Narrated by Bryan Brown
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Civilisation – BBC
From the fall of the Roman Empire to the Industrial Revolution and beyond, eminent art historian Lord Clark presents an epic examination of Western European culture, defining what he considers to be the crucial phases of its development. Includes 36 page illustrated booklet of viewing notes. (670 minutes - 4 discs)
©1969 BBC
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Comic Book Confidential (M)
Pop-culture documentarian Ron Mann provides the definitive look into the turbulent history and evolution of the comic book. Includes interviews from 22 of the world's foremost comic book creators. (90 minutes) ©1988
DVD Format $22.95 D1094 |
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Destination Art
Destination Art travels the world in search of art in all shapes and sizes. Presented by Francine Stock, this series showcases some of the most renowned creative figures at the cutting edge of the world of art. From Tokyo to northern Australia we find both budding and established artists working in a range of materials and styles. Sculpture, oils, photography, installation; it is all covered in this insightful series. (7 x 24 minutes)
Produced by Lynne Mamott
©2008 IFE Services Ltd for BBC World
DVD Format (7 discs) $396.00 LTD125
For more details see Maxwell’s DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts |
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The Devil & Daniel Johnston (M)
As an artist suffering from manic depression with delusions of grandeur, Daniel Johnston's wild fluctuations, numerous downward spirals, and periodic respites are exposed in this moving documentary. (110 minutes)
©2005 Directed by Jeff Feuerzeig
DVD Format $44.95 D2035 |
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Difficult Pleasure: Brett Whiteley
(Creative Spirits Series)
Looks at the life of Brett Whiteley, who talks of being “born with a gift” and his desire to test and abuse that gift. We see him at work on a huge canvas as he creates and completes a work during the film. ©1989 Don Featherstone Productions (50 minutes)
School Price $88.00 / Standard $110.00
DVD Format ABD303 |
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Edge of Outside - The Independent Filmmakers (M)
Explores the history of independent filmmakers, from the early days of Hollywood to those working in the industry today. Looks at the careers of directors such as Stanley Kubrick, Orson Welles, Sam Peckinpah and Samuel Fuller with their passions and practices revealed. Also incorporates interviews with Martin Scorsese, Spike Lee, Peter Fauk and a host of other celebrated filmmakers. (60 minutes)
©2006
DVD Format $28.95 D2254 |
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Famous Artists
The lives and works of six of the world’s great artists are presented in these superb documentaries from the BBC and Atelier D Paris. Beautifully filmed, the programs show what influenced and shaped these artists and features many examples of their works. Artists include Chagall, Goya, Matisse, Picasso, Signac and Monet.
Duration: 5 x 49-75 minute programs
DVD Format (Set of 5 DVDs) $396.00 SBD207
or DVDs available individually, $88.00 each.
For more information see Maxwells DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts
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Film Genre
A series of documentaries exploring major movies that have defined a particular film genre such as The Western, Science Fiction, The Heist, Sword & Sandals, World War II and Romance. Examples from around the world and from different time periods illustrate the themes and influences which create a 'genre'.
6 x 50 minute programs
2002 CreaTVty Ltd, England in association with NBD Television Ltd
DVD Format (Set of 6 DVDs) $484.00 SBD111
or available as individual volumes, $88.00 each
for more information see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/English
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Frank Hurley - The Man Who Made History
Using extensive archive footage and interviews with his family, this program catalogues the photographer's life and work and highlights the some of the stories behind his most famous pictures.
©ABC
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Gascoigne Country 1917-1999
When Rosalie Gascoigne turned to art late in life, her approach was direct - straight to the objects in her immediate environment. Road signs, drink crates, corrugated iron and kitchen ware all became the 'stuff' of her art. (26minutes)
©2000 ABC Television
DVD Format $66.00 Schools/$88.00 Standard ABD304 |
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Girl In A Mirror - A Portrait of Carol Jerrems (M)
Carol Jerrems was an immense photographic talent who documented 1970's counter-culture in Australia before recording her own death at the hands of a rare blood disorder at age 30. (100 minutes)
©2005
DVD Format $28.95 D1792 |
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Gone Troppo - The Very Best of Tropfest (M)
Follows the filmmakers competing in Tropfest 2003 and traces the birth of Tropfest and its growth. (240 minutes)
©2003
DVD Format $34.95 DDV194 |
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Great Artists
An illuminating series examining the lives and works of 14 of the greatest artists of the western world. (14 x 24 minutes)
See PDF Brochure for complete series details
©2001 Channel 5 Broadcasting Ltd.
DVD Format $396.00 PED302
For more details see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts |
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History of Australian Cinema (M)
A three part series looking at the early years, (1896 to 1940) of the film industry and motion pictures in Australia . (152 minutes)
©2004
DVD Format $24.95 D0169
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How Art Made The World
Embark on a thrilling journey through time and five continents to the heart of creativity. Fusing social history, politics, science, nature, archaeology and religion, this international landmark series unravels a universal mystery - why the world around us looks like it does. (5 X 60 minute episodes)
©2005 Directed by Robin Dashwood and Mark Hedgecoe
DVD Format $34.95 D2693
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I Witness: The Art of George Gittoes
Social realist painter George Gittoes, has depicted the major social upheavals of the late 20th century on canvas. He talks about his art whose themes focus on the dark side of humanity, driven by his hatred of human violence and war. (55 minutes)
©1999 Don Featherstone Productions
DVD Format $88.00 Schools/$110.00 Standard ABD305 |
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The Impressionists
Principle writer and director Bruce Alfred illustrates the revolutionary, artistic impulses of a brilliant young group of painters who feverishly worked together to break the confines of 19th century traditional painting. Alfred fuses together the historical context of 19th century art Europe with delightfully animated biographies of the Impressionist artists.
©2001 Directed by Bruce Alfred
DVD Format $34.95 D2394 |
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In Search of Shakespeare
Written and presented by historian Michael Wood who traces the influences that shaped Shakespeare's life and writing.
©2003 Maya Vision International
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$186.00 BRD121 |
or available individually, $55.00 per episode.
For more details see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/English |
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In the Company of Actors
From a rehearsal room in Sydney through to opening night in New York, In a Company of Actors reveals the magic and struggle of creating theatre. (75 minutes)
©2007 Directed by Ian Darling
DVD Format $32.95 D2649 |
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Jack Kerouac - King of the Beats
Well made documentary drama on the short-lived life of the prolific writer of the Beat Generation: Jack Kerouac.
(73 minutes)
©2001
DVD Format $22.95 DVM254 |
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A Journey of Imagination - James Gleeson
James Gleeson is Australia's foremost Surrealist painter. Since the early 1930s, he has practised as a painter, poet, draftsman and collagist. He developed his own version of surrealism based on dreams, memory, free invention and the Australian landscape. This documentary traces his career from the Sydney art world of the 1930s to Paris, London and Venice in the 40s, through to the present. (30 minutes)
©1995 ABC Television
DVD Format $66.00 Schools/$88.00 Standard ABD306 |
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Ken Unsworth - All Fired Up
One of Australia's most challenging avant garde artists, Ken Unsworth is also one of the most popular of his generation. Primarily recognised for his sculptures and installations, he has also worked with performance, most famously in his suspension work during the 1970s. (49minutes)
©2003 ABC Television
DVD Format $88.00 Schools/$110.00 Standard ABD307 |
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Kurosawa - A Documentary
Kurosawa's family and colleagues are joined by critics from Japan and America to produce a comprehensive assessment of his achievements. (215 minutes)
©2002
DVD Format $32.95 D0223 |
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Landscape with Figures
The Art of Australia
Writer, historian and art critic Robert Hughes presents a survey of Australian art based on the social background of the times and the overseas prototypes from which much of Australia's art evolved. (10 x 30 minutes)
©ABC Television
DVD Format (5 discs) $440.00 ABD342 |
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The Last Mogul - The Life and Times of Lew Wasserman (M)
For over a half century, only one man in Hollywood had absolute power to run the town, own the unions and even control Washington. A visionary who turned America's entertainment business into an empire, Lew Wasserman's skill at manipulating both politicians and mafia bosses was legendary. (110 minutes)
©2005
DVD Format $29.95 D1698 |
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Lost in La Mancha (M)
Documents the fascinating, hilarious yet heartbreaking story behind director Terry Gilliam's attempts to make the film Don Quixote. (93 minutes)
©2002 Directed by Keith Fulton and Louis Pepe
DVD Format $32.95 D0035 |
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Mad Hot Ballroom
Eleven year old New York City public school kids journey into the world of ballroom dancing and reveal pieces of themselves and their world along the way. (90 minutes)
©2005
DVD Format $38.95 D1432 |
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Man With A Movie Camera
An exuberant montage of urban Russia in 1929. Director Vertov used a variety of pioneering cinematic techniques to document the full spectrum of 1929 Soviet life and produced a radical experiment that is exhilarating and intellectually brilliant. (68 minutes)
©1929 Directed by Dziga Vertov
DVD Format $32.95 D1301 |
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Michelangelo Superstar
Few people have left more of an artistic legacy than Michelangelo, one of the greatest sculptors, painters, architects and poets of all time who exerted an unparalleled influence on the development of Western art. (150 minutes)
DVD Format $24.95 D2280
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Michael Leunig: George Negus Profiles
The career highlights of one of Australia's most influential newspaper cartoonists whose work first appeared back in the early 1970s in the pages of a satirical magazine, the 'Nation Review', known for its irreverence on politics and social issues. (27 minutes)
©2004 ABC Television
DVD Format $66.00 Schools/$88.00 Standard ABD308
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MONUMENTAL VISION
Andrew Rogers, one of Australia's most distinguished, international, contemporary sculptors, works in remote and exotic locations around the world to create exquisite and exacting monumental Earth Art called Geoglyphs which re-connect indigenous peoples and places to their history, stories and ancient symbols. At each location Andrew works with the elders of the area to identify important cultural. Coloured by local history, archaeology, dance, music, ceremony and a twist of adventure, this series takes the viewer to exotic locations with panoramic vistas and new challenges in each project.
5 x 23 minute programs, 1 X 50 minute program
Produced by Liz Courtney
©2005-07 Guiding Light Productions
DVD Format (Set of 6 DVDs) $330.00 GLD201
or DVDs available individually
For more information see Maxwells DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts
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Music Behind the Scenes
An entertaining and emotional journey into this most crucial aspect of all great movies. It looks at specific movie genres and uses a wealth of instantly recognisable film footage, archive clips and interviews with major directors, their composers and stars.
6 x 50 minute programs
©2001 CreaTVty Ltd and Take 2 TV Partnerships
in association with NBD Television Ltd
DVD Format (Set of 6 DVDs) $484.00 SBD104
or available as individual volumes, $88.00 each
for more information see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts
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My Architect - A Son's Journey
The remarkable life of Louis Kahn, one of the most important architects of the twentieth century, as told by his son. (116 minutes)
©2003 Directed by Nathaniel Kahn
DVD Format $38.95 D0611
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My Voyage to Italy
Martin Scorsese takes a journey through Italian movie history, paying tribute to some of its greatest films and filmmakers. (246 minutes)
©1999
DVD Format $32.95 DDV196 |
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Naked States (M)
Documents the work of artist Spencer Tunick as he travelled the 50 states of America asking people of all races, shapes and body sizes to take off their clothes and pose in public. (80 minutes)
©2000
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Painting Australia
Six prominent Australian landscape painters take us to their favourite locations that inspire their work and ignite their passion. The series incorporates art, history, culture, literature, architecture, travel, and explores some of the most remote and beautiful regions of Australia. Each episode features a masterclass where three 'emerging' local artists are challenged to complete a work interpreting the landscape. 6 x 27 minute episodes
©2007 ABC Television
DVD Format (Set of 3 DVDs) $198.00 ABD309
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Pulp Cinema (M)
An exciting collection of theatrical trailers from the Golden Age of film noir. Features footage from The Maltese Falcon, The Big Sleep, The Postman Always rings Twice and The Killing (Kubrick). (99 minutes)
©2001
DVD Format $24.95 D0423 |
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Sketches of Frank Gehry (M)
An intriguing documentary which looks at the world renowned architect Frank Gehry, his creative process from sketch to reality, and his perfectionist attitude that has made him one of the leading members of his field (83 minutes)
©2005 Directed by Sidney Pollock
DVD Format $32.95 D2093 |
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Successful Video Production
A series of 8 programs illustrating the principles and creative techniques involved in producing videos. Dramatic and documentary examples, filmed in varying locations provide real-life demonstrations of good and not so good film-making.
(8 x various - 4 discs)
DVD Format (Set of 4 DVDs) $330.00 VTD205
or available individually, $88.00 per volume
For more details see Maxwell's DVD Catalogue/Creative Arts |
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A Time to Remember
A visual history of Australia, 1930 to 1975, from the Cinesound and Movietone film archives. (800 minutes)
©2007 DVD Format $88.00 D2500 |
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Tintin and I
Meet the man behind the masterpiece. Explores the world of Tintin creator Herge and the link between the comics created by him and his need for artistic expression. (74 minutes)
©2003
DVD Format $36.95 D2802 |
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Who the #?&% is Jackson Pollock? (M)
After Teri Horton buys a $5 painting in a thrift store, a friend suggests that it could be an authentic Jackson Pollock worth up to $50 million dollars. Now, nothing’s going to stop Teri – and her team of lawyers and forensics experts – from proving to the impenetrable art world that this trash-talking trucker is actually the extremely wealthy owner of a genuine Pollock! (74 minutes)
©2006
DVD Format $14.95 D2536 |
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