Dove Approved Titles Coming Soon to Home Entertainment

Alice Upside Down: The Movie

7/29/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Do you ever feel like every time you turn around, your life is being flipped upside down? Welcome to the world of Alice McKinley (Alyson Stoner of CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN) who's just moved to a new town with her father Ben (Luke Perry) and brother Lester (Lucas Grabeel of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL). In her imagination, Alice is cool, confident and popular, but in reality she feels like she can't do anything right. Can Alice survive the embarrassments of being "the new girl", and the miseries of Mrs. Plotkins sixth grade class? Penny Marshall also co-stars in this long-awaited first ALICE movie, based on the best-selling books by Phyliss Reynolds Naylor.

Three Investigators and the Secret of Skeleton Island, The

7/29/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Based on a popular book by the same name, detectives Jupiter Jones, Pete Crenshaw and Bob Andrews are in for the crime of their lives. Thinking they are on vacation from their crime-solving business, the three pals travel to Skeleton Island, South Africa, where Pete's father is helping to build a new theme park. Barely off the boat, they encounter a mysterious beast, the legendary "Tokolosh". wreaking havoc on the island and threatening to shut down the theme park before it opens. This is a case for The Three Investigators as the bumbling amateur detectives uncover a 17th century secret that has more to do with their own lives that they would like to admit....

Dakotas Pride

7/29/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Dakota's Pride is a heartwarming documentary about a father's search for the truth about Down Syndrome. Tough questions are posed to and answered by a noted Harvard Physician, and parents of children with Down Syndrome. The answers are surprising and inspiring. In addition to being informative, this documentary celebrates the successes that have been and can be achieved by individuals with Down Syndrome.

Paws & Tales: The Animated Series Episode 1 - 13

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Paws and Tales began in September 2001, as a weekly children’s radio drama, based on a book by Chuck Swindoll. Produced by Insight for Living, and broadcasting on 450 outlets throughout North America, each episode of Paws and Tales serves up a cast of lovable animal characters who experience exciting adventures. An original song is included in each episode to encapsulate and reinforce the lesson. In 2004, Providential Pictures signed a multiple episode deal with Insight for Living to produce the first-ever animated video series of this popular radio drama. Keen on raising the bar on the quality of faith-based animated product available, Providential Pictures hired a top level animation team to begin producing the series. The first episode, “Seeing the Unseen”, was completed during 2004. Following the critical success of the pilot episode, production immediately began on a second episode, “A Closer Look”, which was completed in June 2005. Early in 2006, the decision was made to move from producing individual episodes, to producing a full season, consisting of 13 episodes. At this time, it was also determined that a change would be made in animation formats, from 3D to Flash animation. The first season of 13 Flash animated episodes of Paws & Tales The Animated Series® was completed in August 2007, and production of the second season is scheduled to be complete in August 2008.

Gigi: Gigis Hugest Announcement

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Enjoy these two episodes from the DVD: THE ROYAL TEA PARTY finds Gigi with a dilemma. She has important news to share with her best friend, Frances, but how best to make such a grand announcement? This slice-of-life peek into a day with God's little princess reinforces the vital message that each child is royally important to God.

In THE PINK BALLERINA, Gigi and Frances take their first dance lesson. With reluctant practice and awkward help from Tiara (her new dog) and Lord Fluffy (her not-so-cooperative cat), Gigi struggles to dance perfectly to make God proud of her. But she unexpectedly learns that God is most proud of us when we show love to others.

Hermie and Friends: Hailey and Baileys Silly Fight

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Most twins have abiding love for each other. Hailey and Bailey are no different. Well, there was that one time...It's the age-old conflict: blueberries vs. tomatoes. Or was it oatmeal vs. cereal? She hit me first? Come to think of it, sibling disputes are almost never "about" anything. They are just silly. When Hailey and Bailey can't agree on what to pack for their picnic, the resulting feud spills over to the entire garden and threatens to undo the good deeds the twins have actually agreed to perform. Join our favorite garden friends as we learn about getting along.

Hermie and Friends: Milo - The Mantis who Wouldnt Pray

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
When a big storm destroys Milo's Snack Shack, he doesn't know what to do--not even how to talk to God about it. Milo thinks he has to get God's attention in order for God to hear him. Milo finally learns to pray and realizes that God has been helping him all along. The garden gang learns an important lesson about how to trust God after we pray and that His answers come in many different forms.

Bibleman: Lambasting the Legions of Laziness

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
What kind of villain has trouble staying awake long enough to disrupt the lives of impressionable kids? How could a snoozy senior citizen possibly pose a problem for vibrant, healthy youngsters? Meet The Slacker.

Drew has been skipping the Youth Bible Study lately, causing concern to the Bible Adventure Team (otherwise known as Bibleman, Biblegirl, Cypher and Melody). And just how will Bibleman counteract the Laser of Laziness, which has paralyzed his colleagues? Don't miss a minute of this sleepy-er, gripping adventure as a young man's heart and soul hang in the balance. And be very careful when visiting HelpingHotline.com. Key verse: Proverbs 18:9 "The person who is 'slack' in his work is just like a person who destroys."

Bibleman: Terminating the Toxic Tonic

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
He's b-a-a-a-ck. The new Bibleman is on duty to defend kids from the dastardly dirty deeds of the devil's dupes.

Something has gone very wrong with the local little league team. They're dissing each other and their coaches, resulting in a complete breakdown of teamwork and fun. Everybody is miserable. Well, at least they're all enjoying the new M-Pow-R sports drink from Snortinskoff Industries.

Unfortunately Bibleman and Cypher have been short-handed since Biblegirl went on assignment to Command Central, and her replacement isn't likely to be much help. Meanwhile, the mysterious meltdown of manners eludes our costumed combatants… until somebody remembers Philippians 2:3

Bottom line: Snortinskoff and Stench are sent packing, the kids get back into God's word, Bibleman and Cypher gain a new team member, all is well in the world again. For now. . .Theme verse: Philippians 2:3

Stardust CD

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Let award-winning singer/songwriters Cher & Gene Klosner guide you on a soothing musical voyage, featuring over 2½ hours of relaxing music for moms, dads, kids & grandparents! Cher and Gene bring superior musical quality and a human touch provided by authentic instrumentation, guiding each lullaby into smooth, effortless compositions, making this the perfect gift for easy nights of sleep and rest. Let Stardust encourage the ritual of singing a bedtime lullaby, while calming your child to sleep. Each CD contains instrumental tracks to make it easy to sing to your child, or simply for the pure joy of singing! Treat a special child, grown-up or yourself with the gift of Stardust! You’ll wonder how you ever melted into peace without it.

Bibleman: Crushing the Conspiracy

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
You wouldn't expect the issue of cheating to be a problem at Bible Bowl competitions. Then again, most Bible Bowls aren't plagued by a guy in black, sporting a dastardly "Belittler" on his belt-buckle. Meet The Cheater. Young Jake and Emily are snared by the sneaky little dude, lured by the promise of guaranteed success without hard work. But thanks to the help of the Bible Adventure Team-Cypher, Melody, Biblegirl and Bibleman-the kids are able to resist the slick con-man just in time to do the right thing. Features a special appearance by Rick & Bubba as the Whine Brothers. Key verse: Take care of your own business. Do your own work. 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Bibleman: Turning out the Unholy Hero

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Another day, another demented villain. Seems like there's a never-ending supply of evil-doers for Bibleman to eradicate thru the power of God's Word.

In this latest episode, the new kids TV network is spotlighting "celebrities" who influence kids in a bad way. What's so unusual about that? Turns out this network-WBIG, which stands for What's-Bad-Is-Good-is run by a super-cool anchor-dude whose chiseled countenance conceals his life's passion: blocking the gospel of Jesus Christ from reaching kids. Based on John 14:6, that's not a mission-statement Bibleman is comfortable with. And when Bibleman is uncomfortable, villains begin to tremble.

Gigi: Gods Little Princess

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
It's Gigi's birthday! As a princess, she knows exactly what she wants! But will her Mom and Dad pick up on her not-so-subtle hints about her desire to get the famed "Princess Pinky Star Castle"? Will this birthday be the one where she finally becomes a princess by owning her own castle? Join Gigi as she learns she really is a princess. But not because of the castle that she wants but because she is the daughter of the King!

Gigi: Bursting with Readiness

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
The Purple Ponies finds Gigi at a try-out for the soccer team with her best friend, Frances. This setting gives the perfect opportunity to learn that God has given us all different gifts-some may be great soccer players, while other do their best in other pursuits.Bursting With Readiness finds Princess Gigi wa-a-a-y out of her Princess zone while on an overnight church camping trip. Many "un-royal" activities follow her pinkness to the great outdoors-along with Frances, Will, Tiara, and Lord Fluffy. Also features a new, very princessy sing-along song!

Hermie and Friends: Buzby and the Gumble Bees

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
From the series that brought you the #1 children's video of 2005 and 2006 in Christian retail, comes a fun story about the importance of good behavior. The garden bugs secretly agree to help Buzby show his misbehaving niece and nephew how unpleasant life would be if everyone misbehaved the way they do. After a few encounters with misbehaving bugs-seeing how dangerous, gross, and uncomfortable things can become when no one cleans up after themselves, uses good table manners, or gets enough sleep- Beebee and Buddy decide to practice good behavior.Included is an interactive CD-ROM with read-along story, song, coloring pages, computer game, wallpaper, and screen saver for use on Windows® PCs. The read-along story is also playable on a CD player.

Hermie and Friends: Buzby the Misbehaving Bee

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
In another adventure from Hermie and Wormie, the garden is all abuzz when the newest character, Buzby, storms onto the scene. That buzz grows into an all-out roar as Buzby, the Misbehaving Bee, wreaks havoc on the safe serenity of the garden. Despite Hermie and Wormie's attempts at intervention, Buzby shows absolutely no respect for The Garden Golden Rules-after all, the self-proclaimed "king of the bees" follows no one's rules! But Buzby becomes a devoted rule follower-fast!-when the King of all creation steps in and Buzby learns that rules are there to keep everyone safe. The same all-star cast from the hit Hermie and Friends video series-Tim Conway, Don Knotts, Vickie Lawrence, and Melissa Disney. Buzby, the Misbehaving Bee is sure to keep the whole family rolling with laughter and learning with love.

Hermie and Friends: Webster the Scaredy Spider

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Max Lucado's Hermie and Friends™ is proud to introduce the third movie in this series... "Webster, the Scaredy Spider!" "Did someone say SPIDER?! AGGHH!" (Well-Hermie is proud to introduce him. Everyone else just runs in fear.) With little regard to the "Garden Treaty of '85," Webster wanders into the garden to face his long list of fears: leaving home, other insects, talking in front of others, meeting new people, big lizards, water, heights, flying through the air, dark places . . . (You get the point.) Little does he know that he is a big, hairy source of fear for all of the other insects in the garden. But with guidance from God (after, of course, getting up the courage to talk to Him), Webster finds a way to face his fears, and in turn, the other insects learn to face Webster. Kids of all ages will appreciate this light-hearted reminder that God is always beside them.

Hermie and Friends: Hermie the Uncommon DJ

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
The show opens with "DJ Hermie" on stage with visor cap cocked to one side. He is manipulating two turntables and looks to camera. "Oh, hi kids"… Hermie goes on to talk about all the great music in the Hermie series and introduces the first song. Hermie continues as host/DJ with short transitions from song to song and wraps the show after the last video. All of the songs will include the animation "set up" and "close" so the full meaning behind the lyrics can be realized. Bonus Features include karaoke-style sing-along versions of each song as well as down loadable mp3 files and sheet music. Songs from this bestselling series include: I'm a Mantis That Just Can't Pray, Tomatos Rock! Blueberries Rule!, Behave In My Behive, and many more.

Journeys to the East: The River Dragon King

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Journeys to the East introduces children to the Chinese language through a fun and challenging adventure through ancient China. By using both English and Chinese, the DVD provides a bridge from an English-only environment to a Chinese-only environment. The DVD introduces words and sentences that children would encounter in everyday life so that there is greater opportunity for children to use the language immediately, thus reinforcing language learning. Our goal is to enable meaningful communication in Chinese. Once a word is introduced, it is used in follow-on dialog. Key vocabulary words are used over 20 times. Vocabulary words are set to fun sing-along songs and traditional Chinese children’s music. With each new challenge, the adventure introduces new sets of vocabulary. Your children will learn nouns, adjectives, and verbs. Before you know it, they are speaking simple sentences in Chinese to ask for some red grapes to eat! By setting the adventure in ancient China, your children will be exposed to a new and fascinating world that truly reflects some of the beloved characters and cultural icons of China.

Beauty Cast: The Bridal Collection Vol. 1

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Formal looks have never been easier or more exquisite! Beauty Cast offers step-by-step, professional makeup tutorials for blushing bride, memebers of the wedding party or anyone wanting to look polished and perfect.

Beauty Cast: The Bridal Collection Vol. 2

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
For the bride to be who plans a non-traditional way to celebrate her wedding day. The Bridal Collection Vol. 1 is full of techniques, tips and tricks to do your make-up just like a professional make-up artist. It features 5 make-up looks.

Beauty Cast: The Halloween Collection Vol. 1

8/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Halloween Collection Vol. 1 DVD. 200 minutes, 13 episodes, showing the many looks you can get using our tips and techniques to use with almost any costume. Learn quick easy techniques on how to look as good as the models do! You've seen the costumes, now BE the CHARACTER! We guide you with quick easy videos that you can follow along with, using YOUR OWN MAKE-UP! Our award winning make-up professional will give you the secret to having the best Halloween look you could ever imagine and beyond. Downplay some of the colors, use the same techniques and have hot smoky looks using the Marilyn look or Bodacious Bunny. Use the techniques for our Good Fairy and be ready to go out to a club. You choose the look, you choose the colors!!

Bobby Jones Comedy All Stars: Vol 2

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
"Bobby Jones Comedy All Stars" spearheads the introduction of "Faith-based" to the masses. It is a new style that incorpates rolling-in-the-aisles humor with out compromising the audience's values. This comedy show features famous gospel leader and singer, Bobby Jones.

Nims Island

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
Anything can happen on Nim's Island, a magical place ruled by a young girl's imagination. It is an existence that mirrors that of her favorite literary character, Alex Rover- the world's greatest adventurer. But Alexandra, the author of the Rover books, leads a reclusive life in the big city. When Nim's father goes missing from their island, a twist of fate brings her together with Alexandra. Now, they must draw courage from their fictional hero, Alex Rover, and find strength in one another to conquer Nim's Island.

Dribbles

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
Talented high school artist David McNeil is desperate to prove himself to his runaway father by winning a state championship basketball jacket. Grueling tryouts, family conflict, strained friendships, and a budding romance are merely the underpinnings for David's greatest challenge as he suddenly finds himself in the role of friend and protector of Dribbles - a mentally challenged old janitor and the basketball team's unofficial mascot.

Lots & Lots of Playful Penguins

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
It's time to Party Like A Penguin! If you love Penguins we guarantee you are going to love Lots and Lots of Playful Penguins! From emperors and kings to fairies and rock hoppers, these cute and cuddly tuxedo look-a-like creatures are everyone's favorite birds and you'll love watching them over and over again in this brand new DVD collection! You'll laugh and sing along as you watch them hip-hoppin along on the ice and the snow to some of the most entertaining songs ever produced by award-winning musician, James Coffey. Lots and Lots of Penguins, features some of the most incredible video footage of penguins in their natural and captive habitats you've probably ever seen! Listen to their calls and cries - it's absolutely fascinating! Plus, you'll also learn interesting facts and trivia about all 17 kinds of penguins from around the world. Then, as a special bonus you'll see other cold-weather creatures like polar bears, seals, and wild birds, and you'll also see rare views of the majestic scenery of Antarctica. Lots and Lots of Playful Penguins truly is lots and lots of fun for young and old alike so waddle right in and have a peek--we guarantee you'll love it!

Lots & Lots of Fire Trucks - Vol 1

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
If you love fire trucks, get ready for the most exciting collection of non-stop fire truck and firefighting action you'll ever see! From giant hook n' ladders to spectacular super soakers, you'll see the biggest collection of firefighting and rescue equipment ever recorded on one DVD! With lights flashing and sirens wailing you'll race along on real life fire calls with real firefighting heroes and see what it's like to feel the heat, smell the smoke and taste the flames! Plus, you'll go aboard a fireboat, through a fire truck factory, climb to the top of an aerial ladder truck, and visit the busiest fire stations in North America! You'll have fun finding out about teamwork, fire safety and modern-day fire heroics from real-life firefighter Bryan "The Rat" Ratushniak as he takes you through a day in the life of a firefighter! Spectacular camera footage combined with award-winning sing-along songs and music by James Coffey and lots of real-life sounds make the thrilling action of these mighty machines a favorite among young and old alike! See Video Preview for special 2 DVD offer on YouTube, Google Video, YAHOO Video- Search for "Lots and Lots of Fire Trucks" under Kids DVDs!

Lots & Lots of Fire Trucks - Vol 2

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Here they come... racing to the rescue--the biggest, bravest, firefighting machines in the world! No matter what your age, if you love firetrucks, we guarantee you'll love this new action-packed DVD! From racing red fire engines and high flying choppers to giant pumper trucks and amazing rigs you'll see firefighting equipment of every shape and size. It's one of the greatest collections of emergency vehicles ever recorded on one DVD! Plus, kids and adults will have fun learning how to "Stop, Drop and Roll" and other life saving fire safety tips from Fireman Jim, America's favorite firefighter! Spectacular camera footage combined with award winning sing-along songs and music by James Coffey and lots of real-life sounds make the thrilling action of these mighty machines a favorite among young and old alike!

Lots & Lots of Trains - Vol 3

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
BRAND NEW RELEASE - NEVER BEFORE SEEN FOOTAGE! 90 MINUTES OF RAILROAD ACTION and MUSIC! Here they come, bigger, better, faster, closer and louder, than ever before, its tons of train fun for everyone in Volume 3 of Lots & Lots of Trains! It's our best collection of thundering steam and diesel action ever, guaranteed! In this volume you'll get lots more - more unusual trains from around the world - more live steam and diesel action of America's most popular trains, more close-up shots and sounds of thundering trains rolling on by and more great railroad songs from Award-Winning musician James Coffey including, Counting Those Railroad Cars, The Wheels on the Train Go Round and Round, and many more! You'll see the fastest and most colorful trains in the world, plus electric, tram and trolley trains--so many trains you won't believe all the non-stop rail action! You'll ride along with the engineer and see the views from the cab, take in magnificent scenery along the way - our cameras are all over these trains! Plus, our Bonus Section includes Coal Loaders, The TOY Train Cavalcade, and a special Directors Cut! It's 90 minutes of roaring railroad fun for everyone! Don't miss a single second of this unforgettable rail experience you'll want to watch again and again! Everyone loves Lots & Lots of Trains and you will too! This video program and all the Lots and Lots of DVDs are recommended for autistic children as well!

Lots & Lots of Trucks Vol 1

8/5/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Hey good buddies, no matter what your age, if you love trucks we guarantee you'll love this giant new DVD collection! It's jam-packed with lots and lots of ground-pounding, dirt-flying, close-up action! You'll see trucks of every shape and size; there are so many trucks in this program you'll hardly be able to count them all! You'll thrill to the crunching power of massive steam shovels, watch in awe as mighty logging machines saw through massive trees in seconds and witness real fire-fighting rigs in action! Plus, there are tow trucks, toy trucks, and plenty of trucks and tractors from down on the farm! See everything from big-rigs on the road and garbage hauling trucks to giant dumpers and mini-dozers - you'll find them all in this fantastic collection! Special Bonus Section features a look at some good lookin trucks from the past! Spectacular camera footage combined with award-winning music by James Coffey and lots of real-life sounds make the thrilling action of these mighty machines a favorite among young and old alike!

Frank: A Familys Best Friend

8/12/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
When a dysfunctional family inherits a summer home on an idyllic island, they decide to escape the big city to try and bring their family closer together. As they get settled, a mangy, injured mutt named FRANK wanders into their home. Fearful of a stray pet, the father played by Jon Gries (Napoleon Dynamite) tries to take the dog away to protect his family. However, the children beg to keep FRANK. Seeing that this is the first time his children have united for a cause, he makes a compromise with them to nurse FRANK back to health and then put him up for adoption at the end of the summer. But they soon discover the importance of Frank in their lives and how much love he has brought the family. As FRANK teaches them to be together, he risks his life to save them in ways no one imagined.

Christmas Story

8/12/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Have you ever wondered how Santa Claus grew up to be Santa? Set against a breathtaking landscape, discover the untold story of Santa's life, as he overcomes personal tragedy and hardship to develop a big and pure heart filled with love for children around the world.

In a remote village in Lapland, young Nikolas loses his family in an accident and is looked after by the villagers. On Christmas Day each year, Nikolas has to move to a new home. To show his gratitude, Nikolas makes toys for the children of the families as good-bye presents. Over the years, his former adoptive families become many, and soon almost every house in the village has presents on its doorstep on Christmas morning. When the villagers suffer a food shortage, the villagers have to send Nikolas away to work as an apprentice to the hermit carpenter, Lisakki. Under his severe tutelage, Nikolas develops skills that enable him to create even better presents, and to work even faster. He also learns to wear the suit that becomes his trademark and deliver presents with the help of a team of reindeer.

Years pass by, and Nikolas ages into an old man. The Christmas-giving tradition is in danger of coming to an end, and it will take a miracle to save it.

Her Best Move

8/18/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
This is a story of 15-year-old soccer prodigy Sara Davis as she navigates the trials and tribulations of high school, experiences her first love and hones an incredible talent that could earn her a spot on the U.S. National Team. High School is crazy enough, but for Sara it's about to get even crazier.

"Her Best Move" combines teen romance and coming-of-age family drama with the excitement of the world's most popular sport. It is the story of how a fifteen year old girl, coached by a loving father and yet drawn by the natural desires of her emerging womanhood, finds the confidence she needs to choose the right path in life.

Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour (3D)

8/19/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
"Hannah Montana" fans everywhere will have a chance to see their favorite singer, songwriter and actress, Miley Cyrus, perform her sold-out "Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour" on the big screen for one-week only with a special Disney Digital 3D presentation coming exclusively to movie theaters in the US and Canada from February 1-7 2008, it was announced today by Dick Cook, chairman of The Walt Disney Studios. The film will also open in several international markets in spring '08 which include UK, Australia, New Zealand, German speaking Europe, Latin America and other selected Asian and European territories.

Show & Tell Bible, The: Vol. 1 The Books of Moses

8/20/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Volume 1 of "The Show & Tell Bible" is a condensed retelling of the Books of Moses (Genesis through Deuteronomy). This is a picture book on DVD, with over 650 full color illustrations. All 45 stories are included, even the shorter ones. It has English and Spanish subtitles and narration. A free 60 page activity book, I Know My Bible, helps children learn by presenting three or four questions and fun activity for each story.

Note: Stories omitted: 1. The sin of Lot and his daughters 2. The rape of Dinah and the destruction of Shechem by her brothers. 3. Judah and Tamar

Sputnik Mania

8/26/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Released on the 50th anniversary of Sputnik's launch, "Fever" recounts the beginning of the space and arms races and the political scare tactics of the 1950s. David Hoffman sheds light on the Cold War, revealing secret meetings between Eisenhower and Khrushchev. A gripping, often unsettling film that successfully captures America's reaction to Sputnik--from awe at the achievements of science to paranoia and fear induced by politicians.

Bob the Builder: Houses and Playgrounds

8/26/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Bob the Builder knows what it takes to build a hardy house and a safe playground, and he wants to share his knowledge with you! Combining vivid animation with live action footage of real heavy equipment in action, Bob and his Can-Do Crew break down the building process into engaging, easy -to-follow segments demonstrating team effort, safety, and the role of each machine.

Late for Church

8/26/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
It's Sunday morning at the Elton household and all ten kids are preparing for church. Will the Elton family be able to beat the clock? The Elton family is once more in a race against time. It seemed like something always came up to make them late. Join the Elton family's hilarious Sunday Morning preparation for church.

Cracking the Code

8/26/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
For centuries, students of the Bible, scholars, and theologians have studied and speculated over the exact meaning of the Book of Revelation. Countless attempts have been made in the interpretation of each of these symbols as they relate to human history. Over the past several decades, great light has been shed on the beasts of Revelation, but the second beast is hardly talked about or understood. It has been mysterious and lurked in the shadow of the first beast for almost a thousand years. What about this second beast called the False Prophet? Who is he? And what is he trying to accomplish on this planet?

"Cracking the Code" extracts the true meaning behind the symbolic and mysterious second beast, and finally explains who he is and what he is doing before your very eyes, and yet he remains unseen.

You will be shocked, and spellbound by this message, which will take you through the panorama of human history, explaining historic events in their prophetic context, and bringing you to the doorstep of today. You will understand your world like never before, and the exciting dangerous moment in which we live, as "Cracking the Code" puts all the pieces together with crystal clarity.

Hermie & Friends: Hermie and the High Seas

8/30/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
If Hermie is good at anything, it's believing what Gos says.

Good thing God never says anything unusual to Hermie. Uh-Oh...suddenly there's room for doubt. What possible need would the Garden Gang have for a boat? It hasn't rained in ages - we're in the middle of a heat-wave for goodness sake! And besides, isn't it good enough to believe God just once - why so we have to keep on trusting Him time after time?

Hermie and the High Seas teaches the lesson based on Jesus'' words from the mountain-side in Matthew 6 about relying on God to care for your every need. It's about having Faith in God.

Berenstain Bears, The: Family and Friendship

9/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Take a trip deep into bear country to discover where bad dreams come from and how giving is the other end of receiving. Share the cool lessons learned from new neighbors, and why growing-up should take its own sweet time. Mama, Papa, Brother and Sister invite you to share the bonds of family and friendship in these lively everyday adventures with the Berenstain Bears.

Starfish Cove: Never Trust a Krum & Da Codfather

9/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
EPISODE 1: Never Trust A Krum! While playing hide and seek with his friends, Bloo encounters the Krum, who tries to lure the naïve little starfish into his cave. As they are about to enter the cave, Officer Crabihan arrives on the scene, just in time to thwart the Krum’s despicable scheme. Officer Crabihan teaches Bloo and his friends an important lesson – “Never trust a Krum!” EPISODE 2: Da' Codfather Bloo and the gang happen upon a small codfish named Guiseppe who is caught in a fish trap. Overcoming their natural fear of codfish, they free Guiseppe from the trap and he scampers off but quickly returns with his uncle, Vito Codlione (Da’ Codfather) and Sammy “Da’ Crusher” Calamari. Grateful for their help, Vito pledges his eternal allegiance to Bloo and the others. When the Krum plots to snatch the little starfish, his efforts are thwarted by Da' Codfather and “Da’ Crusher”.

Stuck in the Past

9/2/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
Limited Theatrical Release - Comin' Soon

Enjoy a wonderful slice of Americana in this rollicking Bluegrass Musical set in the Appalachian foothills of the 1950’s.

On the evening of her last performance, retiring Broadway star, Rebecca Roles (Margo Smith) falls asleep and wakes up to find she is miraculously 17 years old again. “Becky” (Lesley Bowen) is living back in her Appalachian cabin home with her wonderful and whacky family; a younger sister, Kelly (Sherri Bohlander), her mama (Laura Romeo), and grandpa (Eddie Mekka, “The Big Ragu” in Laverne & Shirley). Becky’s family is poor in material possessions but rich in faith, love and friends. This inspirational story, done in the fine tradition of past movie musicals, has an endearing cast of characters, lots of humor, and music that will work its way into your heart!

Ballet Shoes

9/2/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over

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The timeless and uplifting story revolves around three orphaned girls' struggles to fulfill their dreams. Pauline, Petrova, and Posy Fossil are adopted by eccentric explorer Professor Matthew Brown, whom the children affectionately call "Gum" and raised as sisters by his selfless nice, Sylvia. When "Gum" goes missing, Sylvia makes ends meet by taking in lodgers whose actions change their lives forever. The girls are enrolled in theater and put to work on the stage. This suits the ambitious Pauline, who longs to act. and Posy, a natural dancer, but Petrova, who dreams of becoming an aviator, suffers great frustration and disappointment. Their lives in show business are filled with triumphs, but hearts are broken and lessons are learned before "Gum" returns and ensures happy ending for the Fossil girls.

Apostles of Comedy

9/9/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
Inspire your family with a message of laughter and hope. Apostles of Comedy is an inventive mix of four comedians and the exploration into their lives as men, men of faith and how they express their faith through their comedy. The film is a weave of live performances and documentary footage following the comedians on stage, in their homes, churches and in a "no-holds-barred" conversation.

Genius Club, The

9/9/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
What if you had one night to solve the world's problems? For seven geniuses, they have no choice. A terrorist culls together a scientist, a seminary student, a pro baseball player, a professor, a casino owner, a painter, and a pizza delivery guy to attempt to solve the world's problems.

Seven geniuses, with IQs over 200, are plucked from their lives on Christmas Eve to try to solve the world's problems in one night. If they fail, the world will come to an end. The group attempt to solve world hunger, war, cancer, terrorism, rush hour traffic, jerks, and finally the meaning of life. By morning, the group finds redemption in themselves and quite possible the world.

Barney, The Best of

9/9/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Are you ready for some T-riffic fun? Laugh and sing with your favorite purple friend, Barney, in this Super-Dee-Duper collection celebrating 20 years of sharing, care, imagination, learning and fun! Barney is opening his magical memory chest and sharing special moments and stories with you! Relive favorite sing-along tunes and join Baby Bop, BJ and Riff visiting the special places and people Barney Fans have loved over the years. As Barney says, "There 's always room for one more happy memory."

Thomas and Friends: The Great Discovery

9/9/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Everyone's favorite blue engine puffs into new and uncharted territory. The first-ever feature length "Thomas & Friends" DVD release is narrated by Pierce Brosnan. Young engineers meet Stanley, the Island of Sodor's newest engine, and follow the bouncing steam cloud to three new sing-along songs in a story where pride and prejudice get in the way of good work. Also featuring favorite engines James, Duncan, Gordon, Emily, Percy and Edward plus coach cars Annie and Clarabel.

Join Thomas in his biggest adventure ever when one day, while racing James across the Island of Sodor, Thomas discovers Great Waterton, a long-lost deserted Town high in the mountains. Everyone on the island is thrilled with his discovery and Sir Topham Hatt, controller of the railway, declares that the town will be restored.

Halloween Spooktacular

9/9/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Featuring five favorite Spooktacular stories! It's Halloween and you can join Barney and his friends on a trick-or-treat adventure to learn that friends are the best treat of all! You can join Bob the Builder and Dizzy when Dizzy discovers bats and continue the fun by helping Angelina Ballerina figure out what spooky something ruined Mrs. Hodgepodge's cauliflower in the middle of the night! Watch Fireman Sam as he saves Halloween from a fire caused by an overturned jack-o-lantern and join Arry and Bert, the naughty diesel engines, on their plot to scare Thomas!

Finding Rin Tin Tin

9/16/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
Shot in 2007, FINDING RIN TIN TIN is based on the true story of an American corporal and his world renowned German Sheppard dog, RIN TIN TIN. The story begins with Corporal Lee Duncan, stationed in France during World War 1, who rescues a mother and her three German Sheppard puppies. Lee gives the mother and two puppies away, but keeps his favorite puppy, which he lovingly names Rin Tin Tin. When the General warns that keeping a young rambunctious dog is not permitted, Duncan discovers a solution is at hand--expert dog handler, German Nikolaus Egger, Rin Tin Tin's mother's original owner, is being held as a POW on their base. At first, Egger is hesitant to help Duncan, but soon warms to him, and though on opposite sides of the war the two men become friends. Egger teaches Rin Tin Tin with patience and kindness, and soon the dog learns amazing skills, such as bringing first aid to soldiers on the battlefield. After the Great War is over, Rin Tin Tin returns home with Duncan and goes on to star in 14 feature films from 1920--1931 and was considered to be one of Hollywood's top movie stars.

Pray 2: The Woods

9/22/2008
1-5 Doves Recommended for ages 12 and over
Still riding high from her #1 Best-selling Book Tour, Laurie finishes what she thinks is just another Talk Show appearance. As the sun goes down and the shadows deepen, she heads home to enjoy what was supposed to be a quiet, relaxing evening alone...but her night is anything but peaceful! Meanwhile, across town, a Church Youth Group heads into the woods for it's annual Fall camping trip...but they are not alone.

He's back! Exactly one year later, the mysterious masked villain is on the loose and striking fear into his targets once again! Will faith and heroism of the intended victims triumph over evil and darkness! Continuing the clean, heart-pounding suspense of "Pray", follow the characters from the original movie, as well as many new ones, as the thrill-ride continues.....into the woods!

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!: A Tale of Tails

9/23/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Meet Wubbzy! He's a fun, lovable, curious little guy who is always looking to have a good time with his best friends Widget and Walden in the wacky town of Wuzzleburg. Together they discover the importance of open-mindedness, honesty and friendship all while having fun. Join Wubbzy and his friends as they work together to resolve everyday problems in these fun-filled episodes. Watch as Wubbzy helps rescue Polly-Parrot, Widget builds a turbo-rocket to win a race and they all learn that being different is what makes them so special. Plus much more!

Young at Heart

10/2/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
Documents the true story of the final weeks of rehearsal for the Young at Heart Chorus in Northampton, MA, whose average age is 81, and many of whom must overcome health adversities to participate. Their music is unexpected, going against the stereotype of their age group, performing songs, for example, by James Brown, and Sonic Youth. Although they have toured Europe and sang for royalty, this account focuses on preparing new songs, not an easy endeavor, for a concert in their home town, which succeeds in spite of several real heart breaking events

Christmas Is Here Again

10/7/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
A musical tale that follows the exciting journey of a young orphan girl, Sophianna and her unlikely band of adventures as they help discover Santa's magical toy sack. Throughout her pursuit for the elusive sack, Sophianna teams up with a feisty elf, an ambitious young reindeer, and a fox polar bear duo. In the tradition of "The Wizard of OZ", Our young heroine and her allies each discover their potential for compassion, loyalty and the importance of never losing hope.

Dog Gone: Diamond Dog Caper

10/7/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
A notorious diamond thief and two dim-witted accomplices stop along the highway where 12 year old Owen sees them mistreating their dog. The boy intervenes to give the thristy dog a drink, but it escapes into the woods. He helps the angry thugs search for the animal deep into the forest, then ditches them. Owen finds the dog and they hide out in his secret fort, ingeniously fortified with booby traps and defense mechanisms to repel intruders. Bravely, his fort is built atop the ridge where the feared "Madman of the Mountain" is said to live.

Desperate to retrive their $5 million in stolen jewels stached on the dog, the thugs catch up with Owen, and a territic battle insues. Can one kid with a tricked-out fort protect an animal from three determined thieves? And is the legendary Madman of the Mountain real? Kids of all ages will delight in the fast-paced action and comedy this heart warming tale delivers.

God, Love & Life - CD

12/1/2008
1-5 Doves Suitable for any age
The music CD is a compilation of Christian contemporary and inspirational songs recorded by the Christian band "Saved" with the intention of reaching people's hearts for God and Jesus.