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2) Life + debt
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Explores the declining economic conditions of Jamaica as a result of loans given to them by the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund after their independence from the British in 1962, and how it has impacted the agriculture, government, industry and culture of the country.
5) Horse
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An introduction to horses that explores the history and varieties of horses, and the links between horses and humankind.
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National Geographic celebrates 125 years of amazing discoveries and memorable moments with this 2-disc collection of programming. Featuring some of the best National Geographic films from the 125 years DVD collection, this compilation highlights legendary discoveries, human stories, and historical milestones.
12) Blue planet
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Shuttle mission astronauts filmed this documentary on the forces affecting Earth's fragile ecological balance: hurricanes, volcanoes, earthquakes, and mankind.
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New research has shown that crows are among the most intelligent animals in the world, able to use tools as only elephants and chimpanzees do, able to recognize each other's voices and 250 distinct calls. Crow experts from around the world sing their praises, and present us with captivating new footage of crows as we have never seen them before.
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Follows two Sudanese refugees on journey from Africa to America. Orphaned as young boys in one of Africa's cruelest civil wars, they survived lion attacks and militia gunfire to reach a refugee camp in Kenya. There they were chosen to come to America. Safe at last from physical danger and hunger, they must adjust to the abundance and alienation of contemporary American culture.
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It explores the most extraordinary places on the planet and how their environments shape the lives of those who live there. From Mount Everest's Khumbu Icefall to the Amazon to the Grand Canyon, visit six continents to learn how these natural wonders evolved and hear the rarely told stories about the challenges their inhabitants face.
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"An intimate look into the struggle of reconciling sexuality and spirituality by getting into the head, heart and lives of the people who have found homosexuality and the Bible as their self-defining identity. The film wrestles with the issues of being gay in a right wing Christian world through the eyes and experiences of people wanting a relationship with the very religion that rejects them"--Container.
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Provided is an engaging and inspiring look at public education in the United States. This documentary has helped launch a movement to achieve a real and lasting change through the compelling stories of five unforgettable students such as Emily, a Silicon Valley eighth-grader who is afraid of being labeled as unfit for college, and Francisco, a Bronx first-grader whose mom will do anything to give him a shot at a better life. Included are featurettes,...
20) Religulous
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Comedian and TV host Bill Maher takes a pilgrimage across the globe on a mind-opening journey into the ultimate taboo: questioning religion. Meeting the high and low from different religions, Maher asks questions, like 'Why is faith good?' and more.
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