Witness to the Mob
by Thaddeus O'Sullivan
from Koch Vision
The Story of the Man Who Brought Down John Gotti - As Seen on NBC
Inspired by True Events as Depicted in the New York Times Bestseller Underboss
Nicholas Turturro stars as Underboss Sammy "The Bull" Gravano in this hard-hitting story of murder, deceit and betrayal - featuring an all-star cast including Debi Mazar, Abe Vigoda, Michael Imperioli, Frank Vincent and Vincent Pastore. After rising through the ranks of the Gambino crime family, Gravano's brutal past finally catch up to him when he lands behind bars and is faced with the life-threatening decision to turn state's evidence against his boss and former friend, John Gotti (Tom Sizemore).
Island at War
by Peter Lydon
from Acorn Media
Island at War turns a little-known bit of history into an extraordinarily rich miniseries. During World War II, the Nazi forces occupied the Channel Islands, located between France and England. Island at War unfolds on the fictional island of St. Gregory, where a web of interconnected characters cope with the occupation--a politician struggles to maintain peaceful relations, for fear of brutal reprisals; an island policeman's anger at the occupation becomes complicated when he's forced to chauffeur the commanding Nazi officer and he discovers the position gives his family privilege; a shopkeeper, angry about her husband's death in an early bombing raid, finds herself sharing in profits with a Nazi official as they bring much-wanted food and supplies to the island; a girl hiding her Jewish identity becomes the object of a brutal lieutenant's sexual obsession. These four stories are only a hint of the series' fullness; the script, direction, and performances are superb, building an engrossing portrait of how human beings cope with extremity and how the smallest of interactions--from laying rocks on a wall to getting a photograph developed--can lead to profound and unexpected results. The economy and complexity of Stephen Mallatratt's script are remarkable. The forces of money, sex, prejudice, and love run deep through every story, juxtaposing private moments with historical scope. Island at War matches skill and talent with passion and insight. --Bret Fetzer
In the only part of Britain occupied by the Nazis during WWII, the nightmare began in June 1940. Hitler's army invaded the defenseless Channel Islands and held its residents hostage for five years.
What would any of us do if we had to live side by side with the enemy? This Masterpiece Theatre drama draws on the real experiences of Channel Islanders as the hostile Nazi command imposed its will on every aspect of their daily lives. Set on the fictional island of St. Gregory, the story of the occupation is told through the eyes of three families. Heart-pounding suspense and unexpected romance unfold in an atmosphere suffused with the moral ambiguity of war. Starring James Wilby (Gosford Park), Clare Holman (Prime Suspect 6), Philip Glenister (Calendar Girls), and Saskia Reeves (Dune). Recommended for mature audiences.
Proof: Season One
by Ciaran Donnelly (II)
from Koch Vision
British TV show PROOF has every episode from its acclaimed first season included here. The show revolves around a journalist who investigates the murder of a petty thief only to find it links directly to a man running to be Irish Prime Minister.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: TELEVISION/SERIES & SEQUELS Rating: NR UPC: 741952641995 Manufacturer No: KOC-DV6419
Ordinary Decent Criminal
by Thaddeus O'Sullivan
from Miramax Home Entertainment
To the disappointment of Kevin Spacey fans, Miramax never released Ordinary Decent Criminal in the U.S. That has more to do with backstage negotiations than with the quality of this amusing Irish crime caper, which was overshadowed by John Boorman's similar and superior film The General. Both were inspired by the exploits of infamous Irish gangster Martin Cahill, fictionalized here as Michael Lynch (Spacey, with a passable brogue), an elusive bank robber who prides himself on family values and clever escapes. His latest brazen scheme involves the theft of a priceless Caravaggio painting, but director Thaddeus O'Sullivan (who made the underrated Nothing Personal) is more interested in quirky character study than criminal behavior, giving the film its jaunty, uneven mix of humor, drama, and violence. The casting of Spacey and Linda Fiorentino (as Lynch's supportive wife) is an awkward concession to international box office, but the movie's Irish flavor--including a pre-stardom role for Colin Farrell--is enough to keep its cagey spirits high. --Jeff Shannon
Michael Lynch is a well known thief in Dublin and a hero to the working class but a bane to the police and the IRA; rising conflicts among them lead to a showdown.
Genre: Feature Film-Drama
Rating: R
Release Date: 5-JUL-2005
Media Type: DVD
Proof: Prescription for Murder
by Thaddeus O'Sullivan
from Koch Vision
Following the phenomenal success of the first series Prescription for Murder delves into the world of pharmaceutical testing where scrupulous scientific ethics may be sorely tested when huge profits await the success of a new drug. Journalist Terry Corcoran (Finbar Lynch) and Maureen Boland (Orla Brady) now editor of a glossy Sunday supplement uncover corruption linking politicians to big business.Run Time: 203 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: TELEVISION/SERIES & SEQUELS Rating: UNRATED UPC: 741952642091 Manufacturer No: KOCDV6420
The Heart of Me
from Sundance Channel Home Entertainment
A rich and emotionally charged drama about the seductive and destructive nature of passion. Socialite Madeleine invites her bohemian sister Dinah to stay with her and her husband, Rickie. Rickie and his sister-in-law find themselves unable to control their desire for one another. What starts as a momentary affair spirals into decades of deception, ecstasy, and passion.
The Heart of Me
by Thaddeus O'Sullivan
from Sundance Channel Home Entertainment
A rich and emotionally charged drama about the seductive and destructive nature of passion. Socialite Madeleine invites her bohemian sister Dinah to stay with her and her husband, Rickie. Rickie and his sister-in-law find themselves unable to control their desire for one another. What starts as a momentary affair spirals into decades of deception, ecstasy, and passion.
Ordinary Decent Criminal [Region 2]
To the disappointment of Kevin Spacey fans, Miramax never released Ordinary Decent Criminal in the U.S. That has more to do with backstage negotiations than with the quality of this amusing Irish crime caper, which was overshadowed by John Boorman's similar and superior film The General. Both were inspired by the exploits of infamous Irish gangster Martin Cahill, fictionalized here as Michael Lynch (Spacey, with a passable brogue), an elusive bank robber who prides himself on family values and clever escapes. His latest brazen scheme involves the theft of a priceless Caravaggio painting, but director Thaddeus O'Sullivan (who made the underrated Nothing Personal) is more interested in quirky character study than criminal behavior, giving the film its jaunty, uneven mix of humor, drama, and violence. The casting of Spacey and Linda Fiorentino (as Lynch's supportive wife) is an awkward concession to international box office, but the movie's Irish flavor--including a pre-stardom role for Colin Farrell--is enough to keep its cagey spirits high. --Jeff Shannon
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