Acorn Media (Firm)
Physical Desc
10 videodiscs (1620 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A maid becomes a well-known chef and owner of a respected London hotel and attracts powerful men along the way, including the Prince of Wales, during Edwardian England. Bonus features include cast filmographies, period background, and more.
Physical Desc
4 videodiscs (approximately 671 min.) : DVD video, sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Heaven help the murderer who crosses paths with G.K. Chesterton's cassocked crime-solver, Father Brown. Despite his absentminded air, the kindly priest always manages to confound criminals with his inescapable logic and keen understanding of the human condition. Often joined by his friend, thief turned private investigator Hercule Flambeau, Father Brown unravels devious schemes in 1920s England.
24) The nest
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2 videodiscs (285 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A suspenseful Scottish drama about a wealthy couple who would do anything to have a baby. After a chance encounter, they recruit a down-on-her-luck eighteen-year-old to be a surrogate, but secrets emerge about the girl's past that could make them regret their deal.
Physical Desc
4 videodiscs (624 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Cutting-edge Victorian science meets cunningly plotted mystery in this award-winning Canadian TV drama. William Murdoch is a detective in Toronto in 1895, using new forensic techniques like fingerprinting and psychological profiling. He crosses paths with famous figures including Arthur Conan Doyle, and H.G. Wells.
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (approximately 375 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
At the height of WWII, brave British women risk their lives as secret agents in occupied France. Based on real-life stories, filmed on location, this suspenseful series features strong female characters, tension-filled plots, and historical authenticity.
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (approximately 306 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
History comes alive in the classic story of Britain's difficult withdrawal from India, which was accomplished through the skill and determination of the thoroughly blue-blooded Lord Louis Mountbatten.
Physical Desc
3 videodiscs (365 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Two flawed families, each scarred by catastrophe, find a home for their hearts in an acclaimed Australian miniseries. Adapted by Tim Winton from his award-winning novel, set around Perth from 1943-63, it's gripping, poignant, and gorgeous. The Lambs are hardworking and God-fearing, the Pickles are luckless and derelict, yet they find common ground beneath the same roof. Exquisitely filmed with an outstanding ensemble cast led by Kerry Fox.
Physical Desc
3 videodiscs (390 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The delightful Ashley Jensen (Catastrophe) stars as unlikely private detective Agatha Raisin, who uncovers killers in the Cotswolds in this British-village mystery. In Series Three, Agatha opens a PI agency to uncover the killers lurking in her sleepy Cotswold village, with help from her friend Roy and paramour James.
Physical Desc
3 videodiscs (286 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Ashley Jensen stars in these three feature-length mysteries based on M.C. Beaton's bestselling novels. Formerly a high-flying PR executive in London, Agatha Raisin has now settled into small-town life in the Cotswolds, but her early retirement is far from quiet. Along with her friends Roy and Gemma, Agatha solves the village's bizarre murders with panache, but her love life may be a puzzle beyond even her skills to decipher.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (65 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
As metobolism begins to slow in our 50's, regular aerobic exercise helps combat weight creep, increase energy and relieve stress. It's not just about looking good anymore. It's about feeling good and having fun! A complete aerobic workout that includes insights into the importance of aerobic training in your 50's; exercise tips for acheiving maximum results; 30-minute core routine; 10-minutes of advanced exercises; Q & A session.
Physical Desc
7 videodiscs (approximately 21.5 hrs.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Inventive crimes, charming scenery, and notable guest stars have set it apart from the crowd and won it legions of fans. This set includes all fourteen feature-length mysteries from series fourteen and fifteen in UK broadcast order. Series fourteen marks the first complete season starring Neil Dudgeon as DCI John Barnaby, and series fifteen marks the last season with Jason Hughes as DS Ben Jones.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (approximately 147 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Joy Morris is back! She's found herself and been reborn. Her new vlog channel is smashing the patriarchy, and of course that subscribe button, all in the continued search for happiness. Sure, her viewer figures could be better, and maybe her sponsors could be sexier, but Joy has got this. Yep, this time she's got it all under control. Kind of.
Physical Desc
2 videodiscs (368 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Martin Clunes is back as the surly, self-centered Dr. Martin Ellingham. In the fifth series, the doctor plots his escape from the idyllic town of Portwenn and its idiosyncratic residents. Includes eight episodes.