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Is there a secret you would kill to know? In this electrif ... Read more

Is there a secret you would kill to know? In this electrifying suspense-packed thriller from director Christopher Nolan (Batman Begins Memento) Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale play magicians whose cutthroat attempts to best each other plunge them into deadly deceptions. Scarlett Johansson also stars as the stage assistant who's both a pawn and player in their rivalry. A brilliant supporting cast (including Michael Caine and David Bowie). An ingenious story. An astonishing payoff. Once you see The Prestige you'll want to see it again. Watch closely. Minimize

Is there a secret you would kill to know? In this electrif ... Read more

Is there a secret you would kill to know? In this electrifying suspense-packed thriller from director Christopher Nolan (Batman Begins Memento) Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale play magicians whose cutthroat attempts to best each other plunge them into deadly deceptions. Scarlett Johansson also stars as the stage assistant who's both a pawn and player in their rivalry. A brilliant supporting cast (including Michael Caine and David Bowie). An ingenious story. An astonishing payoff. Once you see The Prestige you'll want to see it again. Watch closely. Minimize

Superfast superpowerful with head-turning looks the Suba ... Read more

Superfast superpowerful with head-turning looks the Subaru Impreza is one of the most desirable cars on the market today. It has become an icon for a motoring generation in an era where few cars can command such loyalty and prestige. The Subaru Impreza enjoys phenomenal cult status thanks largely to Colin McRae's storming world rally championship glory in 1995 with Subaru taking the manufacturers' title (a title they won again in 1996 and 1997).Now in this DVD you can explore in full the speed the excitement the performance of a car that once seen leaves a lasting impression! Enjoy:The Turbo WRC (in all its forms) P1 and 22B models on road and track with in-car cameras and tyre-howling action.A visit to Prodrive and a chat with Dave Lapworth.In-car action with Colin McRae and Richard Burns on WRC tests.Stig Blomqvist and Hannu Mikkola drive the WRC model and compare it to the Group B cars of the 1980s.Tuning tips from performance guru Graham Goode150 owners enjoying their Imprezas to the full at Silverstone's TRAX 2000 Festival.A blast at the Bill Gwynne Rally School - no-one knows how to get more out of an Impreza on the limit! Minimize

Celebrate an era when Britain ruled the roads in this fasci ... Read more

Celebrate an era when Britain ruled the roads in this fascinating journey through the golden age of motoring. Glorious footage shows a cavalcade of the best of British from the prestige of Rolls Royce to the practicality of Dagenham’s Fords. We are treated to wonderful close-ups of perfectly maintained and lovingly restored classics still running today as well as archive footage of iconic machines in action on road and track in their heyday. From design workshops and factory floors to race circuit and modern day parades this is an essential guide to the most important vehicles in British automotive history. Great British Cars opens with a look at the luxury liners including the Rolls Royce Corniche Bentley Continental R Fastback and the ‘space grace and pace’ offered by Jaguar with its groundbreaking Mark VII and S-Type. We then move on to the sports car classics including Jaguar’s record-breaking XK120 and legendary E-Type Aston Martin’s sought-after Zagato and iconic DB5 and Colin Chapman’s ingenious Lotus designs plus the unforgettable Austin Healeys MGs and the Jensen FF. Then we have the family favourites led by the British-built Fords created at Dagenham. Alongside the reliable runabouts like the Anglia and Prefect we examine the sporting pedigree of the Lotus Cortina the Escort and the Capri with some action-packed racing footage and contributions from the likes of three-times Formula One World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart. Finally we pay tribute to the contribution of the design genius Alec Issigonis with an examination of two of his most famous creations the Morris Minor and the Mini. Alongside the mouth watering footage informed commentary brimming with detailed technical information ensures Great British Cars is an authoritative examination of Motoring in the Golden Age. Minimize

Celebrate an era when Britain ruled the roads in this fasci ... Read more

Celebrate an era when Britain ruled the roads in this fascinating journey through the golden age of motoring. Glorious footage shows a cavalcade of the best of British from the prestige of Rolls Royce to the practicality of Dagenham’s Fords. We are treated to wonderful close-ups of perfectly maintained and lovingly restored classics still running today as well as archive footage of iconic machines in action on road and track in their heyday. From design workshops and factory floors to race circuit and modern day parades this is an essential guide to the most important vehicles in British automotive history. Great British Cars opens with a look at the luxury liners including the Rolls Royce Corniche Bentley Continental R Fastback and the ‘space grace and pace’ offered by Jaguar with its groundbreaking Mark VII and S-Type. We then move on to the sports car classics including Jaguar’s record-breaking XK120 and legendary E-Type Aston Martin’s sought-after Zagato and iconic DB5 and Colin Chapman’s ingenious Lotus designs plus the unforgettable Austin Healeys MGs and the Jensen FF. Then we have the family favourites led by the British-built Fords created at Dagenham. Alongside the reliable runabouts like the Anglia and Prefect we examine the sporting pedigree of the Lotus Cortina the Escort and the Capri with some action-packed racing footage and contributions from the likes of three-times Formula One World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart. Finally we pay tribute to the contribution of the design genius Alec Issigonis with an examination of two of his most famous creations the Morris Minor and the Mini. Alongside the mouth watering footage informed commentary brimming with detailed technical information ensures Great British Cars is an authoritative examination of Motoring in the Golden Age. Minimize

Flash and cash. Sex and style. Power and prestige. All it t ... Read more

Flash and cash. Sex and style. Power and prestige. All it takes is a Nip/Tuck. The 2005 Golden Globe winner for Best Television Series-Drama continues in a 16-episode Season Two set on five discs. Dylan Walsh and Julian McMahon return as the elite plastic surgery team of McNamara/Troy whose skill at giving others perfect bodies contrasts with the doctors' imperfect personal lives. From love (Troy falls for a self-assured blind woman) to lust (McNamara dates a porn star) from painful revelations (a secret from the past shatters the practice) to powerful moments (conjoined adults seek the doctors' help ) to astonishing truths (a New Age life coach hides what ultimately can't be hidden) this second-season operation is a total success. Thank you doctors! Minimize

Celebrate an era when Britain ruled the roads in this fasci ... Read more

Celebrate an era when Britain ruled the roads in this fascinating journey through the golden age of motoring. Glorious footage shows a cavalcade of the best of British from the prestige of Rolls Royce to the practicality of Dagenham’s Fords. We are treated to wonderful close-ups of perfectly maintained and lovingly restored classics still running today as well as archive footage of iconic machines in action on road and track in their heyday. From design workshops and factory floors to race circuit and modern day parades this is an essential guide to the most important vehicles in British automotive history. Great British Cars opens with a look at the luxury liners including the Rolls Royce Corniche Bentley Continental R Fastback and the ‘space grace and pace’ offered by Jaguar with its groundbreaking Mark VII and S-Type. We then move on to the sports car classics including Jaguar’s record-breaking XK120 and legendary E-Type Aston Martin’s sought-after Zagato and iconic DB5 and Colin Chapman’s ingenious Lotus designs plus the unforgettable Austin Healeys MGs and the Jensen FF. Then we have the family favourites led by the British-built Fords created at Dagenham. Alongside the reliable runabouts like the Anglia and Prefect we examine the sporting pedigree of the Lotus Cortina the Escort and the Capri with some action-packed racing footage and contributions from the likes of three-times Formula One World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart. Finally we pay tribute to the contribution of the design genius Alec Issigonis with an examination of two of his most famous creations the Morris Minor and the Mini. Alongside the mouth watering footage informed commentary brimming with detailed technical information ensures Great British Cars is an authoritative examination of Motoring in the Golden Age. Minimize

Young banking heir Clay Beresford (Hayden Christensen - Jum ... Read more

Young banking heir Clay Beresford (Hayden Christensen - Jumper) has everything - prestige a beautiful new wife (Jessica Alba - Fantastic Four) and a lucrative career but what he needs most of all is a life-saving heart transplant. Luckily the perfect donor is found but joy soon turns to sheer unmitigated terror when he finds himself in a situation few dare to imagine. He suffers anaesthetic awareness and is inadvertently left completely alert during the complicated and painful surgery.Physically paralysed but mentally awake he hears of a conspiracy to have him murdered and realises he is powerless to stop it. Minimize

Flash and cash. Sex and style. Power and prestige. All it t ... Read more

Flash and cash. Sex and style. Power and prestige. All it takes is a Nip/Tuck. The 2005 Golden Globe winner for Best Television Series-Drama continues in a 16-episode Season Two set on five discs. Dylan Walsh and Julian McMahon return as the elite plastic surgery team of McNamara/Troy whose skill at giving others perfect bodies contrasts with the doctors' imperfect personal lives. From love (Troy falls for a self-assured blind woman) to lust (McNamara dates a porn star) from painful revelations (a secret from the past shatters the practice) to powerful moments (conjoined adults seek the doctors' help ) to astonishing truths (a New Age life coach hides what ultimately can't be hidden) this second-season operation is a total success. Thank you doctors! Minimize

Young banking heir Clay Beresford (Hayden Christensen - Jum ... Read more

Young banking heir Clay Beresford (Hayden Christensen - Jumper) has everything - prestige a beautiful new wife (Jessica Alba - Fantastic Four) and a lucrative career but what he needs most of all is a life-saving heart transplant. Luckily the perfect donor is found but joy soon turns to sheer unmitigated terror when he finds himself in a situation few dare to imagine. He suffers anaesthetic awareness and is inadvertently left completely alert during the complicated and painful surgery.Physically paralysed but mentally awake he hears of a conspiracy to have him murdered and realises he is powerless to stop it. Minimize

The DVD: The High Life is about how in 1984 Scottish cyclis ... Read more

The DVD: The High Life is about how in 1984 Scottish cyclist Robert Millar created a stir by winning the King of the Mountains jersey and finishing fourth overall in the Tour de France. In this unique film made in 1985 with the eyes of the UK on him, the camera records his feelings about the year, his performance and morale within the team. With flashbacks to his stage win in 1984, mixed with 1985 footage of the Tour, Vuelta and Worlds, the bike fan is treated to a behind the scenes view of life in the Peugeot team. Interviews with Millar and team mate Alan Peiper give a insight into bike racing politics at the time. Enjoy seeing some of the greats of the eighties: Kelly, LeMond, Roche, Hinault, Delgado, Yates and many more.. Running time: 119 mins Extra Features: Bonus features: Interview with Richard Moore, Author of In Search of Robert Millar, Robert Millar feature (from The BritPack), Photo Gallery Minimize

Young banking heir Clay Beresford (Hayden Christensen - Jum ... Read more

Young banking heir Clay Beresford (Hayden Christensen - Jumper) has everything - prestige a beautiful new wife (Jessica Alba - Fantastic Four) and a lucrative career but what he needs most of all is a life-saving heart transplant. Luckily the perfect donor is found but joy soon turns to sheer unmitigated terror when he finds himself in a situation few dare to imagine. He suffers anaesthetic awareness and is inadvertently left completely alert during the complicated and painful surgery.Physically paralysed but mentally awake he hears of a conspiracy to have him murdered and realises he is powerless to stop it. Minimize

SiX electric guitar lessons for the beginner This professio ... Read more

SiX electric guitar lessons for the beginner This professionally - produced DVD for the electric guitar helps you to get started playing lead and rhythm guitar lessons in a detailed, progressive and highly motivational way using many rock guitar techniques in 28 eXcellent songs and riffs. It is so easy to follow and understand because everything is eXplained, with the help of tablature and graphic chord shapes 'on screen and in the the fullest detail. What makes this DVD totally unique is that both rock guitar parts - the lead rock guitar part and the rhythm rock guitar part are fully eXplained in most of the songs featured in this eXcellent rock guitar DVD. You will totally amaze yourself by the amount of progress you will make in only ONE DAY A wide range of rock guitar songs from the early '70 to the present day are included in the DVD and a variety of rock guitar lesson techniques are covered and eXplained in full detail. Series One - SiX Beginner electric guitar lessons - Running Time 2hrs 45mins. Lesson 1 Introduction Guitar basics "Wild Thing" Em Pentatonic Scale "James Bond Theme" "Smoke on the water" Lesson 2 Tablature eXplained More major chords "Knocking on Heavens Door" "There She Goes" "Iron Man" "Run to You" Lesson 3 Minor chord eXercise "House of the Rising Sun" "Everybody Hurts" "Behind Blue eyes" A major Pentatonic Scale "My Girl" "Pretty Women" Lesson 4 Power chords "Whole Lotta Love" "Eye of the Tiger" "Seven Nation Army" "Since youve been gone" "Smells like Teen Spirit" Lesson 5 Twelve Bar Blues E Boogie Shuffle E Boom Boom Boom E E Blues Scale Improvisation Lesson 6 "Purple Haze" "All right now" "Back in Black" "Walk this way" "Parisienne Walkway" Minimize

Flash and cash. Sex and style. Power and prestige. All it t ... Read more

Flash and cash. Sex and style. Power and prestige. All it takes is a Nip/Tuck. The 2005 Golden Globe winner for Best Television Series-Drama continues in a 16-episode Season Two set on five discs. Dylan Walsh and Julian McMahon return as the elite plastic surgery team of McNamara/Troy whose skill at giving others perfect bodies contrasts with the doctors' imperfect personal lives. From love (Troy falls for a self-assured blind woman) to lust (McNamara dates a porn star) from painful revelations (a secret from the past shatters the practice) to powerful moments (conjoined adults seek the doctors' help ) to astonishing truths (a New Age life coach hides what ultimately can't be hidden) this second-season operation is a total success. Thank you doctors! Minimize

The films of Akira Kurosawa one of the cinema ’s greatest ... Read more

The films of Akira Kurosawa one of the cinema ’s greatest auteurs have had a profound effect on audiences around the world and his acclaimed samurai epics – featuring international star Toshiro Mifune – have inspired filmmakers a diverse as George Lucas and Sergio Leone.Contains: Seven Samurai (1954) - When the residents of a small Japanese village seek protection they hire seven unemployed ronin (masterless samurai). Paid only in handfuls of rice the samurai remain distant from the villagers knowing that their assignment may prove to be fatal. Unanimously hailed as one of cinema's greatest masterpieces Seven Samurai has inspired countless films including The Magnificent Seven.Throne of Blood (1957) - In this brilliant re-imagining of Shakespeare's Macbeth Toshirô Mifune plays a samurai fated to betray his friend and master in exchange for the prestige of nobility. Kurosawa's bloody tale is a triumph of economic style and the climactic battle scene is full of remarkable and brutal imagery.The Hidden Fortress (1958) - In this classic collaboration between Kurosawa and star Mifune a warrior and a princess try against all odds to return to their homeland with their fortune. Acknowledged by George Lucas as the inspiration for Star Wars The Hidden Fortress combines an epic tale of struggle and honour with modern comicsensibilities to masterful effect.Yojimbo (1961) - A drifting samurai for hire plays both ends against the middle with two warring factions surviving on his wits and his ability to outrun his own bad luck. Eventually the samurai seeks to eliminate both sides for his own gain and to define his own sense of honour. Yojimbo provided inspiration for A Fistful of Dollars.Sanjuro (1962) - After the success of Yojimbo Kurosawa teamed up once again with Mifune one year later to make this comedy of manners. The film which follows a man fighting corruption in local government offers a twist on the classic Samurai tale by gently but perfectly parodying the conventions of the Japanese period action movie tradition. Minimize

The films of Akira Kurosawa one of the cinema ’s greatest ... Read more

The films of Akira Kurosawa one of the cinema ’s greatest auteurs have had a profound effect on audiences around the world and his acclaimed samurai epics – featuring international star Toshiro Mifune – have inspired filmmakers a diverse as George Lucas and Sergio Leone.Contains: Seven Samurai (1954) - When the residents of a small Japanese village seek protection they hire seven unemployed ronin (masterless samurai). Paid only in handfuls of rice the samurai remain distant from the villagers knowing that their assignment may prove to be fatal. Unanimously hailed as one of cinema's greatest masterpieces Seven Samurai has inspired countless films including The Magnificent Seven.Throne of Blood (1957) - In this brilliant re-imagining of Shakespeare's Macbeth Toshirô Mifune plays a samurai fated to betray his friend and master in exchange for the prestige of nobility. Kurosawa's bloody tale is a triumph of economic style and the climactic battle scene is full of remarkable and brutal imagery.The Hidden Fortress (1958) - In this classic collaboration between Kurosawa and star Mifune a warrior and a princess try against all odds to return to their homeland with their fortune. Acknowledged by George Lucas as the inspiration for Star Wars The Hidden Fortress combines an epic tale of struggle and honour with modern comicsensibilities to masterful effect.Yojimbo (1961) - A drifting samurai for hire plays both ends against the middle with two warring factions surviving on his wits and his ability to outrun his own bad luck. Eventually the samurai seeks to eliminate both sides for his own gain and to define his own sense of honour. Yojimbo provided inspiration for A Fistful of Dollars.Sanjuro (1962) - After the success of Yojimbo Kurosawa teamed up once again with Mifune one year later to make this comedy of manners. The film which follows a man fighting corruption in local government offers a twist on the classic Samurai tale by gently but perfectly parodying the conventions of the Japanese period action movie tradition. Minimize

Fire Safety Essentials DVDThis excellent DVD covers the imp ... Read more

Fire Safety Essentials DVDThis excellent DVD covers the important principles of fire safety awareness in any workplace providing an valuable resource for on site Staff Fire safety training to comply with legislation. Includes 10 Staff Training booklets and 50 preprinted Fire Risk Assessment Forms. The DVD running time is approx 34 minutes and includes:Essential aspects of fire prevention and Minimize

Richmond Solid Mahogany DVD Storage Cupboard Exceptional qu ... Read more

Richmond Solid Mahogany DVD Storage Cupboard Exceptional quality traditional style mahogany cupboard hand crafted from the finest grade mahogany from sustainable sources, hand finished with a mid-gloss lacquer, offering durability whilst maintaining the natural beauty of the wood. Exceptional build quality - designed to last a lifetime. Richmond mahogany cupboard beautifully crafted with solid mahogany panelled side detail and double doors with antiqued brass drop handles. This DVD and CD storage cupboard comes with double doors to hide the contents from view, making it ideal for use in a home office or living room. DVD cabinet has 5x storage shelves, each measuring H22 x W44 x D18cm and can hold up to 150 DVDs or 300 CDs. Richmond storage cupboard has hand carved fluted sides and decorative back panelling. Fitted with nylon feet to protect carpets and floor coverings. Richmond mahogany DVD or CD storage cupboard is delivered pre-assembled. Part of the Richmond Mahogany traditional home office furniture range from Saxen Workplace Solutions. free delivery Approx 10 working days assembly required? No dimensions (cm) Width: 52 Depth: 23 Height: 130.5 Minimize

With a career built on prestige period dramas like Atonemen ... Read more

With a career built on prestige period dramas like Atonement and Pride & Prejudice, Joe Wright has given Hanna, his first foray into the action genre, the same mannered house style--turning a potential career left-turn into something of a busman's holiday. Saoirse Ronan plays Hanna, a home-schooled teen assassin who can take out out a pack of government agents like she's making a wish. She is being prepared by her black-ops father (Eric Bana) for a showdown with the CIA spy-catcher (Cate Blanchett) that murdered her mother and forced them into the icy wilds of northern Finland. When the time comes, Hanna re-enters civilisation with wide-eyed curiosity--she's never encountered music, TV or even a light switch before--and, as designed, these petals of innocence only intensify the moment when her sabre-toothed killing skills are unleashed to a thumping score by The Chemical Brothers. But just as the film is about to settle, Bourne-style, into the familiar tracks of an identity quest, Hanna veers off in search of a different kind of self-knowledge, and the middle third of the film is a folksy coming-of-age travel diary in which Hanna, drifting through the Moroccan countryside, experiences music, friendship and the open road. Fortunately, the slower scenes are carried by a strong cast: Saoirse Ronan has a wraithlike physical charisma, while Tom Hollander (The Thick of It) is pure venom as the Euro-trash sadist employed to hunt her down. The film's action-packed final lap, set in the ruins of a Brothers Grimm-themed amusement park, feels like all the corruption and cruelty of the world being reduced to wreckage at the bare hands of a willowy teenage girl. --Leo Batchelor Minimize

Since the 1960s the Ford Mustang has been turning heads wit ... Read more

Since the 1960s the Ford Mustang has been turning heads with its powerful looks and performance to match. The car holds cult status in the eyes of thousands and has ensured Ford's continuing investment into the 21st century.Capturing every Mustang model from the 1962 prototype right through to the latest GT model this programme relives the car's many racing successes and provides a fantastic overview of this illustrious automobile. Its history combined with its modern prestige has lead to a huge following shown at the 40th anniversary celebrations in Nashville. With over 3000 cars on show not to mention the thousands driven down by enthusiasts every model and design imaginable is on display.The Nashville Speedway plays host to many finely tuned lovingly restored Mustangs in the display of sleek design and awesome power. Watching these cars it is no wonder that the Mustang has enjoyed so many racing successes and remains a hugely popular model on the Ford production line. It wouldn't be a true celebration without original footage and with 40-years of action to choose from we've got plenty. Minimize

Since the 1960s the Ford Mustang has been turning heads wit ... Read more

Since the 1960s the Ford Mustang has been turning heads with its powerful looks and performance to match. The car holds cult status in the eyes of thousands and has ensured Ford's continuing investment into the 21st century.Capturing every Mustang model from the 1962 prototype right through to the latest GT model this programme relives the car's many racing successes and provides a fantastic overview of this illustrious automobile. Its history combined with its modern prestige has lead to a huge following shown at the 40th anniversary celebrations in Nashville. With over 3000 cars on show not to mention the thousands driven down by enthusiasts every model and design imaginable is on display.The Nashville Speedway plays host to many finely tuned lovingly restored Mustangs in the display of sleek design and awesome power. Watching these cars it is no wonder that the Mustang has enjoyed so many racing successes and remains a hugely popular model on the Ford production line. It wouldn't be a true celebration without original footage and with 40-years of action to choose from we've got plenty. Minimize

Since the 1960s the Ford Mustang has been turning heads wit ... Read more

Since the 1960s the Ford Mustang has been turning heads with its powerful looks and performance to match. The car holds cult status in the eyes of thousands and has ensured Ford's continuing investment into the 21st century.Capturing every Mustang model from the 1962 prototype right through to the latest GT model this programme relives the car's many racing successes and provides a fantastic overview of this illustrious automobile. Its history combined with its modern prestige has lead to a huge following shown at the 40th anniversary celebrations in Nashville. With over 3000 cars on show not to mention the thousands driven down by enthusiasts every model and design imaginable is on display.The Nashville Speedway plays host to many finely tuned lovingly restored Mustangs in the display of sleek design and awesome power. Watching these cars it is no wonder that the Mustang has enjoyed so many racing successes and remains a hugely popular model on the Ford production line. It wouldn't be a true celebration without original footage and with 40-years of action to choose from we've got plenty. Minimize

Maurice Colborne (Gangsters) stars as Tom Howard recently ... Read more

Maurice Colborne (Gangsters) stars as Tom Howard recently made redundant as an aircraft designer who decides to ply his trade in the world of boats instead; taking the reigns at a run-down local construction yard. A family of considerable wealth and prestige the Howards struggle to come to terms with Tom's decision and the changing circumstances of their lives. Minimize

The Complete Fingerstyle Guitarist DVD - Series 1. This cou ... Read more

The Complete Fingerstyle Guitarist DVD - Series 1. This course enables the absolute beginner to get started playing the guitar in only a few weeks. Using these comprehensive and easy to follow guitar lessons you will learn: How to tune the guitar A number of basic chords How to read tablature Various guitar techniques SiXteen complete songs and eXercises Series One consists of SiX half-hour beginner guitar lessons - Running Time ApproX 3 Hours Lesson 1 Tuning the guitar Learning common 'Major chords Learning a simple accompaniment style for two popular songs Lesson 2 Learning common 'Minor chords Music notation called tablature Learning "Malaguena - Spanish traditional song Lesson 3 Arpeggio song - accompaniment style "House of the Rising Sun "Scarborough Fair "Morning has Broken Lesson 4 Learning common 'Seventh chords Popular chord progressions Andantino by Carcassi Classical - Grade I Lesson 5 Andantino - Part 2 New guitar styles and techniques including bass runs hammering on intros/endings and strumming the guitar playing two popular songs. Lesson 6 Twelve bar blues eXercises - including turnarounds fills solo improvisation etc. Instructions booklet A 36 page booklet accompanies our DVD this series. Minimize

Maurice Colborne (Gangsters) stars as Tom Howard recently ... Read more

Maurice Colborne (Gangsters) stars as Tom Howard recently made redundant as an aircraft designer who decides to ply his trade in the world of boats instead; taking the reigns at a run-down local construction yard. A family of considerable wealth and prestige the Howards struggle to come to terms with Tom's decision and the changing circumstances of their lives. Minimize

Maurice Colborne (Gangsters) stars as Tom Howard recently ... Read more

Maurice Colborne (Gangsters) stars as Tom Howard recently made redundant as an aircraft designer who decides to ply his trade in the world of boats instead; taking the reigns at a run-down local construction yard. A family of considerable wealth and prestige the Howards struggle to come to terms with Tom's decision and the changing circumstances of their lives. Minimize

With a career built on prestige period dramas like Atonemen ... Read more

With a career built on prestige period dramas like Atonement and Pride & Prejudice, Joe Wright has given Hanna, his first foray into the action genre, the same mannered house style--turning a potential career left-turn into something of a busman's holiday. Saoirse Ronan plays Hanna, a home-schooled teen assassin who can take out out a pack of government agents like she's making a wish. She is being prepared by her black-ops father (Eric Bana) for a showdown with the CIA spy-catcher (Cate Blanchett) that murdered her mother and forced them into the icy wilds of northern Finland. When the time comes, Hanna re-enters civilisation with wide-eyed curiosity--she's never encountered music, TV or even a light switch before--and, as designed, these petals of innocence only intensify the moment when her sabre-toothed killing skills are unleashed to a thumping score by The Chemical Brothers. But just as the film is about to settle, Bourne-style, into the familiar tracks of an identity quest, Hanna veers off in search of a different kind of self-knowledge, and the middle third of the film is a folksy coming-of-age travel diary in which Hanna, drifting through the Moroccan countryside, experiences music, friendship and the open road. Fortunately, the slower scenes are carried by a strong cast: Saoirse Ronan has a wraithlike physical charisma, while Tom Hollander (The Thick of It) is pure venom as the Euro-trash sadist employed to hunt her down. The film's action-packed final lap, set in the ruins of a Brothers Grimm-themed amusement park, feels like all the corruption and cruelty of the world being reduced to wreckage at the bare hands of a willowy teenage girl. --Leo Batchelor Minimize

The DVD: Hell On Wheels. The 2003 Tour de France was the 10 ... Read more

The DVD: Hell On Wheels. The 2003 Tour de France was the 100th edition, it was also the most exciting race in years. Acclaimed film director Pepe Danquart chose 2003 to document the race through the highs and lows experienced by the Deutsche Telekom team, focusing mainly on the riders Erik Zabel and Rolf Aldag. The result is one of the finest sports feature films ever made, featuring peerless production qualities and revealing a host of human and historical qualities sometimes overlooked. The Tour is becoming more popular year on year, attracting not only sports fans but also a host of other people, many of whom have been quietly fascinated by the race. Hell On Wheels demonstrates why. Bonus features: Behind the camera/Extra scenes/Theatrical trailer/Image gallery.. Minimize