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1) Jimmy Carter
Publisher
PBS Home Video
Pub. Date
2006.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 180 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Examines the failings of Carter's political leadership in the context of the turbulent 1970's ; explores the role religion played in his career; reviews how Carter has recast his image in recent years.
Publisher
MPI Home Video
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
[Fullscreen].
Physical Desc
1 DVD (150 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Features one of the most important events in history, and includes the pre-inaugural events from the morning of January 20, 2009, the Oath of Office and Inaugural Speeches in their entirety, benediction from Dr. Joseph Lowery, recitation by Elizabeth Alexander, and much more.
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2010]
Edition
Widescreen edition.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Examines the strengths and weaknesses of a man destined to both win and lose the presidency of the United States in an election landslide. An orphan, Hoover was a self-made millionaire at an early age with a expertise in leadership, crisis management, and humanitarian work. His two terms as Secretary of Commerce left a legacy that impacts Americans' way of life today. Yet, as president, his policy decisions on employment and monetary and fiscal policy...
Publisher
A & E Television Networks
Pub. Date
[2005]
Physical Desc
3 DVDs (364 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The lives and legacies of the 43 leaders of the United States. Based on the book To the Best of My Ability, The Presidents features insight from journalists, scholars, and politicians, as well as rare and unseen photographs and footage.
5) W
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
[Widescreen edition].
Physical Desc
1 DVD (129 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A look at the life of the 43rd president of the United States. Rising from a privileged alcoholic to a born-again Christian whose belief in religious destiny helped move him to the top ranks of political power. How he used Christianity to turn his life around, met and married his wife, and the days before his decision to declare war on Iraq.
Publisher
The History Channel
Pub. Date
[2002]
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (approximately 200 min. ; approximately 100 min. each) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In America's first years, Washington, Franklin, Hamilton, Jefferson, Adams, Madison and Burr struggled to transform their disparate visions into an enduring government. Based on Joseph Ellis' Pulitzer Prize winning book, Founding Brothers examines six moments when the collisons and collusions of these towering figures left an indelible imprint on the nation: the secret dinner that determined the site of the capital and America's financial future;...
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (50 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A look at America's first president, whose face is as familiar as the dollar bill but whom most of us hardly know. By using high-tech tools and scientific techniques, archaeologists, scientists, and historians are uncovering new clues about who George Washington really was.
8) Dave
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
[1998]
Edition
Widescreen version ; Standard version.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (110 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Kevin Kline stars as an off-the-wall, temporary replacement for the missing president. His unusual style of governing and decision making tip off the opposition that something is definitely "out-of-order" in Washington.
Publisher
Getting to Know
Pub. Date
[2009]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 22 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
From serving his country as Governor, Vice President, and President to founding a university, this program tells the story of Thomas Jefferson through cartoon action and historical pictures.
10) Truman
Series
Publisher
PBS Home Video
Pub. Date
[2006]
Edition
Fullscreen.
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (approximately 260 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The story of Harry S. Truman's life, with comments by contemporaries and historians.
Publisher
Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
[2010]
Edition
[Widescreen].
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 45 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A fresh and relevant narrative about the men who led this country through change and the lives they affected, from an early idea of democracy to our first African-American President.
Publisher
Getting to Know
Pub. Date
[2007]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 16 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
An animated look at the second President, from his days skipping school and flying kites to his term of the new American Republic. A blend of historical fact, animated action, and music.
13) TR
Series
Publisher
PBS Home Video
Pub. Date
2006.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 225 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Documentary about Theodore Roosevelt. Explores the influence of Rossevelt's childhood, his rise to the U.S. Presidency, and the years after he left office.
Publisher
CBS Broadcasting
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
Fullscreen edition.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 225 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
60 Minutes tracks the rise of Barack Obama with behind-the-scenes access unparalleled by any other news organization. Includes memorable moments, electrifying scenes already seen around the world, and quiet moments. Viewers will share extraordinary access to the Senator, the candidate, and the president-elect. Features: revealing interviews and a presentation of the entire Inaugural Address of the 44th President of the United States.
Publisher
MPI Home Video
Pub. Date
[2008]
Physical Desc
2 DVDs (approximately 240 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Features excerpts and entire speeches spanning the political careers of former U.S. Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Richard M. Nixon. Includes famous press conferences, radio and television addresses and more.
17) Primary colors
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[1998]
Edition
Widescreen.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (144 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Jack Stanton is a virtually unknown Southern governor on a quest for the White House with his strong, savvy and equally ambitious wife, Susan. Running against the odds, the Stantons need all the help they can get from their extremely colorful political team. Together, they take off on a hilarious, heart-wrenching and ultimately history-making roller coaster ride to the top.
18) Absolute power
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Formats
Description
He was where he shouldn't have been and saw what he shouldn't have seen. Now, who will believe the word of a career thief and ex-con? Who will trust Luther Whitney when he says he saw a woman killed, and that the man responsible for her death is the President of the United States?
19) Reagan
Publisher
A & E Television Networks
Pub. Date
2011.
Physical Desc
1 DVD (94 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Americans know President Ronald Reagan's politics, policies, and oratorical prowess. But the totality of the legacy of America's 40th president is still eclipsed by the myth. While some say he's a hero and others call him an empty suit, one thing is for certain: President Ronald Reagan made history. Using rare archival footage and personal interviews with those who knew him best, revealed is the epic story of an unforgettable man who, against all...
Publisher
PBS Home Video
Pub. Date
[2006]
Physical Desc
1 DVD (approximately 120 min.) : sound, color and black and white ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Relying heavily on the extraordinary correspondence between the second president and his wife, this joint biography sheds light not only on the characters of two remarkable people, but also on the tumultuous times in which they lived.
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