Andrew Davies
Publisher
WGBH Boston Video
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 DVD (ca. 86 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
"In Jane Austen's gentle parody of gothic fiction, romance novel addict Catherine Morland is invited to a medieval country house that appeals to her most lurid fantasies. She forms a close friendship with the younger son on the estate, Henry Tilney, but their budding romance is mysteriously cut short"--Container.
Publisher
Distributed by E1 Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (104 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Two recently-widowed men come to terms with the deaths of their wives. Reggie Conyngham-Jervis is a wealthy ex-fighter pilot. Roy Southgate is a retired milkman. Both are widowed on the same night. Now this 'odd couple' decide to overlook their differences and move in together. At first the two become friends, until their unlikely relationship is threatened by the arrival of Liz Franks, an alluring woman with a hidden agenda.
4) Affinity
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
1 DVD (90 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A socialite trying to gain purpose to her life by mentoring at a woman's prison during the late 19th century, becomes enamored with one inmate, and discovers a world of secrets, passion, and the supernatural.
5) South Riding
Publisher
Distributed by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (177 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
When Sarah Burton returns to her hometown as headmistress, she is full of ambition, determined to create a great school and to inspire her girls to take all they can from life. But in the aftermath of the First World War, the country is in depression and ideals are hard won. Lydia Holly, the scholarship girl from the shacks, is the most brilliant student Sarah has ever taught, but when her mother's health fails, her education must be sacrificed -...
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Pub. Date
[2013]
Physical Desc
3 DVDs (480 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Emmy Award-winning actor Jeremy Piven stars as American entrepreneur and colorful retail magnate Harry Gordon Selfridge. Pioneering and reckless, with an almost manic energy, Harry Selfridge created a theater of retail for early 1900s Londoners where any topic or trend that was new, exciting, entertaining-or sometimes just eccentric-was showcased. Based on the book Shopping, Seduction and Mr. Selfridge by author Lindy Woodhead.
Publisher
Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2001, c2000
Physical Desc
1 DVD (109 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Harry, an ex-con turned tailor to the rich and infamous, is married to Louisa, who is smart and sexy. Andy is a suave and ruthless British spy who forces Harry to eavesdrop on the powerful politicians he clothes. Harry's talent for storytelling is not only taken as truth, but sets off a series of events that threatens to destroy everything most important in his life.
10) Les misérables
Formats
Description
Against the backdrop of France at a time of civil unrest, this is the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict unable to escape his past life. His future is threatened by his nemesis, the chilling police officer and former prison guard Javert, who is determined to bring him to justice. As revolution ignites on the streets of Paris, Jean Valjean begins an epic journey towards self-acceptance, redemption, and love.
11) Daniel Deronda
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2003
Physical Desc
1 DVD (210 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Daniel Deronda is a sensitive, intelligent, young man haunted by secrets that shroud his birth. Gwendolen Harleth is a beautiful gambler short on cash. When the two meet, sparks fly.
12) Doctor Zhivago
Publisher
Acorn Media
Pub. Date
[2003]
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (225 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Czarist Russia, 1897: war and revolution bring poet and physician Yury Zhivago together with the beautiful Lara, his muse and all-consuming passion. But, both Yury and Lara are haunted--he by guilt over his betrayal of Tonya, his beloved wife, and Lara by fear of Komarovsky, the powerful man who means to have her any way he can.
13) Vanity fair
Publisher
BBC Worldwide Ltd
Pub. Date
2003, c1998
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (300 min. + extras) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A made for television mini-series of Thackeray's story of an amoral beauty determined to scheme and seduce her way into Britain's upper classes.
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2005]
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (ca. 235 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Based on the classic novel by Anthony Trollope, the story follows Louis and Emily Trevalyan. After a blissful first year of marriage, things turn darker when a roguish Colonel takes an interest in Emily that fans the flames of Louis's jealousy.
Publisher
Distributed in the US and Canada by Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[2001]
Physical Desc
3 DVDs (ca. 300 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Sweet Molly Gibson was living life pleasantly when her widowed father decides that, for the good of his daughter, he must remarry. In comes Claire and Molly's life is turned upside down by the usually well meaning but off-the-mark Claire, who insists on things being done the proper way. Added to the stew is Claire's beautiful, educated daughter Cynthia, and the Hamleys, a well-to-do family headed by a squire who is not happy about the romantic interests...
Publisher
British Broadcasting Corp
Pub. Date
2001
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (300 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. + 1 booklet.
Description
The story of lively and rebellious Elizabeth, one of five unmarried daughters living in the countryside of 19th century England, in a world where an advantageous marriage is a woman's sole occupation.
Publisher
WGBH Boston Video
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (86 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Lucy Honeychurch and her nervous chaperone embark on a grand tour of Italy. Alongside sweeping landscapes, Lucy encounters a suspect group of characters (socialist Mr. Emerson and his working-class son George, in particular) who both surprise and intrigue her. When piqued interest turns to potential romance, Lucy is whisked home to England, where her attention turns to Cecil Vyse. But now, with a well-developed appetite for adventure, will Lucy make...
Publisher
Distributed by BFS Video
Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (ca. 190 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Ever since her birth in Newgate Prison, Moll has survived by her cunning wit, and considerable powers of seduction. In between using and deceiving her besotted paramours, she is not above picking a pocket or two. All the while, though, her heart belongs to the charismatic Jemmy. Inevitably, even the most clever criminal's luck runs out and Moll is soon facing hangman's noose. Special features included.