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1) Battlestar Galactica: Disc 2 :the complete epic series

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In the deepest reaches of space, the fight to save all human life from extinction has begun. Hoping for lasting peace following centuries of intense warfare, the Twelve Colonies gather to sign a treaty with their dreaded enemies, the Cylons. But after an act of treachery, the Cylons launch a devastating surprise attack, destroying the Colonies' home planet. A lone flagship, the Galactica, remains to aid the surviving colonists on their epic journey...

2) Get Christie Love

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Restored classics the Film Detective archive

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An African-American woman hired by the LAPD works as an undercover operative in a case against a major drug ring. She proves she has the brains and the looks to bring down the bad guys.

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Based on Edna Ferber's epic novel of a wealthy Texas cattle rancher who marries a strong-willed Virginia woman and the problems they encounter with politics and prejudices of the time. Bonus features include multiple documentaries.

4) The Godfather part II

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Portrays the maintenance of the Corleone family by the aging Michael and its founding by young Vito.

5) The happening

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An unstoppable event threatens the world's population by attacking the most basic human instinct of all: survival. Elliot Moore is an ordinary man who is trying to save his family from a terrifying, invisible killer. As Elliot discovers the incredible possibility of what is happening, it becomes very clear that no one is safe.

6) Happiness is a four-letter word

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Perfectionist Nandi seems to have the New South African Dream life within her grasp, a promotion to partner in a major firm, an upcoming marriage, the perfect house. But it all goes up in flames a few months before the wedding. With her friends Zaza and Princess, Nandi will have to find out what truly makes her happy and then fight to get it.

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Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, the movie tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.

8) Haunted: The complete series

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Private investigator Frank Taylor is shot. "On the operating table Frank is declared dead, but then is miraculously revived. Afterwards, however, Frank begins to have strange episodes ... and realizes that he's still connected to the world of the dead. Frank ... comes to realize that his hauntings can help him solve cases and save lives, and may ultimately help him solve the mystery of what happened to his son." -- from back of container After...

9) Hecho en Mexico: Made in Mexico

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An inspiring road trip through modern-day "Mexicanity". The film showcases the richness of Mexican music and artistry. Elders and youth come together to speak about their craft, their homeland and what it means to be Mexican. From poets and singers to actors and cultural leaders, Hecho en Mexico takes you into the inner circle of an extraordinarily rich and diverse culture.

10) Hello, Dolly

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Musical set in the 1890's about a professional matchmaker who meets her match.

11) Hidalgo: la historia jamás contada

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Cuenta la historia del Cura Hidalgo, antes de convertirse en el "Padre de la Patria". Hidalgo, en su celda del Hospital Militar de Chihuahua, recuerda algunos pasajes de su vida, principalmente su estancia como párroco en San Felipe Torres Mochas. Allí se relacionó con las clases bajas y nació la idea emancipadora; tradujo y montó el Tartufo de Moliere; se enamoró de Josefa Quintana y se alejó por algún tiempo de la vida eclesiástica. This...

12) The hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy

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This compilation contains all six episodes of the BBC's adaptation of a sci-fi fantasy about an unassuming Englishman and his outwardly average neighbor who is actually an alien from the vicinity of Betelgeuse.

13) Hitman's wife's bodyguard

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In The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard -- bodyguard Michael Bryce, hitman Darius Kincaid and his wife Sonia are back as the mismatched, high-octane trio -- that are once again forced together into another life-threatening mission to save Europe from a vengeful and powerful zealot.

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Recently separated from her husband, Alice decides to start over by moving back to her hometown of Los Angeles with her two young daughters. During a night out on her 40th birthday, Alice meets three aspiring filmmakers who happen to be in need of a place to live. Alice agrees to let the guys stay in her guest house temporarily, but the arrangement ends up unfolding in unexpected ways. Alice's unlikely new family and new romance comes to a crashing...

15) Homeland: Iraq year zero

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"In his epic and engaging documentary of life in Baghdad before and after the 2003 US invasion, Iraqi filmmaker Abbas Fahdel acquaints us with a moving portrait of his own family and friends as they struggle in the advent and the uncertain aftermath of war. Displaying courage, grace and even humor after decades of deprivation through conflict, international sanctions, and totalitarian oppression, their optimism and determination is both inspiring...

16) The hottest August

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A complex portrait of a city and its people, this film gives viewers a look into the collective consciousness of the present. The film's point of departure is one city over one month: New York City, during August 2017. It's a month heavy with the tension of a new president, growing anxiety over rising rents, marching white nationalists, and unrelenting news. It's a society on the verge of catastrophe, registering the anxieties, distractions, and survival...

17) Hours

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Nolan Hayes arrives at a New Orleans hospital with his pregnant wife, Abigail, who has gone into early labor. Things quickly spiral out of control when the birth goes tragically wrong and Hurricane Katrina hits, ravaging the hospital and forcing an evacuation. With his baby dependent on a ventilator and no one around to help, Nolan faces one life-and-death decision after another and must fight to keep his daughter alive.

18) Hunter killer

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An untested American submarine captain teams with US Navy SEALs to rescue the Russian president, who has been kidnapped by a rogue general.

19) The hurricane

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KL studio classics

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An intolerant Governor sets off a series of tragic events in an idyllic Pacific paradise, disrupting the peaceful lives of newlywed islanders Terangi and Marama . Terangi is wrongly imprisoned by racist officials and after many failed escape attempts, additional years are added to original his six month jail term. Terangi finally succeeds and returns to Marama after a long absence, but only to be confronted with one of the most savage natural disasters...

20) I am Paul Walker

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Feature-length documentary film exploring the life and legacy of actor Paul Walker, the Southern California native who cut his teeth as a child actor before breaking out in the blockbuster Fast and Furious movie franchise.