Talking Pictures Catalog - Volume II

Click here to return to Talking Pictures Volume I. This catalog contains a list of audio described videotapes. Many of them are newer movie releases, others are older films from the 1930's, 40's and 50's. Some are TV shows. The current films have the movie ratings such an R, PG etc. The older films are unrated, as are the TV shows. The TV shows have commercial breaks. NR means no rating

Since the list is so long, you can use the links below to go to a particular letter of the alphabet.

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The Battle of the Bulge (NR)
This documentary captures the single biggest and bloodiest battle in U.S. military history.

A Beautiful Mind (PG-13)
This is the story of brilliant mathematician John Nash. As he is on the brink of international acclaim he becomes entangled in a mysterious conspiracy. Now, only his devoted wife can help him in this powerful story of courage, passion and triumph.

Beat the Devil (G)
Drawn by a half-baked scheme to corner the uranium market in British East Africa, a motley crew of con men assemble in a small resort town on the southern coast of Italy. The success of the scheme is threatened from the start by their mutual suspicions and their underhanded efforts to defraud, doublecross or do each other in.

Chino (G)
A halfbreed with a lifetime of scars, Chino ekes out a spartan but satisfying existence raising horses bred from a magnificent half-tamed stallion. Then love comes into his lonely but peaceful life. First he takes in a homeless boy. Then he falls deeply in love with the beautiful, English-bred sister of the local land baron. When the land baron finds out, he has Chino whipped almost to death. When Chino recovers, he finds he is fenced off from his horses. Vengence and violence ensue in this western.

Cold Sweat (G)
The happy, laid-back life of fishing charter captain Joe Martin takes a swift turn toward disaster when a desperate band of cutthroats show up to collect a debt from his checkered past. To ensure his compliance, the gang, holds Joe's lovely wife and young daughter hostage. But Joe is not about to give in without a struggle.

Company of Strangers (G)
When their bus breaks down, a group of elderly women find themselves stranded in the countryside. As they cope with their difficulties, they share their hopes and fears. A delightful film from the National Film Board of Canada about friendship and the strength of the human spirit.

Cry of the Innocent (G)
When a small plane crashes into Steve Donnegin's country home killing his wife and children, the ex-commando is overwhelmed with grief. But his grief turns to cold rage when he learns that the crash was not an accident and vows to avenge his family's death. With the help of an attractive investigative journalist he discovers the shocking truth and proceeds to ruthlessly hunt down his quarry.

D.O.A. (G)
Someone has poisoned Frank Bigelow. With time running out on him, Frank must discover who and why before he's D.O.A. A suspense-filled story of a man racing against the clock to unmask his own murder.

Dracula (G)
The 1931 original screen versions of Bram Stokers famous novel. Starring Bela Lucosi as Dracula.

Dust; A Game of Pool (G)
Two Twilight Zone episodes:" Dust and A Game of Pool."

Erin Brockovich (R)
Julia Roberts' Oscar-winning turn as Erin Brockovich, the true stroy of a spirited, grassroots legal crusader in this critically acclaimed box office hit.

Franklin and the Thunderstorm (G)
Franklin the turtle is outside playing when it begins to rain. Franklin's mom has Franklin and his friends come in because it begins to storm. The lightening and thunder frighten Franklin. This story tells how Franklin overcomes his fears.

Gladiator (R)
Travel back to ancient Rome with "Best Actor" Oscar-winner Russell Crowe in this dramatic action film from Dreamworks.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (PG)
In this film adaptation of J.K. Rowling's bestseller, Harry Potter learns on his 11th birthday that he is a wizard. At Hogwarts School of Witchcraft, Harry embarks on the adventure of a life time. In addition to learning all about his magical powers, Harry must face a Dark Wizard bent on destroying him.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (G)
Jim Carrey stars as the Grinch in this live action re-telling of Dr. Seuss' tale. Why is the Grinch so grouchy? No body knows, until Cindy Lou Who takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and the Grinch's world inside out looking for the true meaning of Christmas.

Hello Dolly! (G)
The blockbuster musical in which Barbra Streisand as Dolly Levi sets her sites on tight-fisted Yonkers merchant Horance Vandergelder. Along with a marvelous cast she sings and dances her way into his heart. Lavish costumes, settings and musical numbers. Stars Walter Matthau and Micahel Crawford.

Human Body and the Flu (NR)
An inside look at the flu. See how a virus affects the human body. Shows how the body's immune system fights back.

Jurassic Park III (PG-13)
Adventures Run wild when a renowed paleontologist Dr. Alan Grant agrees to accompany a wealthy adventurer and his wife on an aerial tour of Isla Sorna, InGen's former breeding ground for prehistoric creatures. But when they are terrifyingly stranded, Dr. grant discovers that his hosts are not what thye seem, and the island's inhabitants are smarter, faster , fiercer and more brutal than imagined.

Journey to the Center of Time (G)
In the late 1960's, three scientists at a private research institute develop a laser drive that makes limited time travel possible under highly controlled lab conditions. The institute's hardheaded owner demands to see a demonstration. The scientists reluctantly take him on a journey that goes badly wrong. The four men are hurtled into the distant future then to the prehistoric past, on a hair raising adventure from which there may be no return

Life Is Beautiful (R)
Guido is a charming but bumbling waiter with a colorful imagination and irressistible sense of humor. He has won the heart of the woman he loves and created a beautiful life for his young family. But then life is threatened by World War II. Guido must rely on those same strengths to save his beloved wife and son from an unthinkable fate! Three time Oscar winner. English version.

The Lou Gehrig Story (G)
After playing in an unprecedented 2,000 consecutive ballgames, legendary New York Yankee first baseman Lou Gehrig is having a hard time hitting the ball. Lou wants to believe it's just a slump, and he'll get over it. But when he gets worse, his wife Elly insists on a checkup - and they discover his days are numbered by a rare nerve disease later named after him. Lou, ever stalwart, rises to his greatest challenge.

Meet the Parents (PG-13)
Male nurse Greg Focker is poised to propose to his girlfirend Pam during a weekend stay at her parents home. But here's the catch...he needs to ask her father first. The fur flies as Pam's cat crazy ex-CIA father takes an immediate dislike to her less than truthful beau. Stars Ben Stiller, Terri Polo, Robert De Niro and Blythe Danner.

The Most Dangerous Game (G)
When renowned, big game hunter Bob Rainsford is shipwrecked on a tropical island, he finds himself faced with a deadly challenge. The owner of the island, Count Zaroff, is also an avid hunter. Jaded with killing animals, he now amuses himself by tracking human prey and Rainsford is his next quarry.

Mrs. Doubtfire (PG)
How far would an ordinary father go to spend more time with his children? Daniel Hillard is no ordinary father. When he learns his ex-wife needs a housekeeper, he applies for the job. With the perfect wig, a little make-up and a dress for all occassions, he becomes Mrs. Doubtfire. Because of the messy divorce it is the only way he can see his children and build a life with them. This funny and touching movie stars Robin Willaims and Sally Fields.

Primary Colors (R)
Jack Stanton (John Travolta) is a virtually unknown Southern governor on a quest for the White House with his strong, savvy and equally ambitious wife, Susan. Running against all 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.

The Resurrection of Zachary Wheeler (G)
Zachary Wheeler a US Senator with presidential potential suffers massive injuries in a violent highway crash. Before the senator is rushed to the hospital, TV newsman Harry Walsh reaches the scene and reports the accident. When Harry tries to follow up, he finds Wheeler missing. Wheeler has been whisked to a secret facility in New Mexico. There the senator is resurrected using transplanted organs from cloned donors.

Shakespeare In Love (R)
When Will Shakespeare needs passionate inspiration to break a bad case of writer's block, a secret romance with the beautiful Lady Viola starts the words flowing like never before! Two things Will must learn about his love, she is engaged to be married and she is impersonating a man in order to play the lead in Will's latest production. Stars Dame Judi Dench, Gwyneth Paltrow, Ralph Fiennes and Ben Affleck.

Shrek (PG)
Shrek, an ogre, is trying to live a quiet peaceful life. Into his life comes a loudmouthed Donkey and the scheming Lord Farquaad. Lord Farquaad decides he is going to take Shrek beloved swamp. Shrek can get back he deed to his swamp if he rescues Princess Fiona for Lord Farquaad. With Donkey's help he sets out to save Princess Fiona. Filed with fun and adventure for

Sixth Sense (R)
When Dr. Malcom Crowe, a distinguished child psychologist, meets Cole Sear, a frightened, confused eight-year-old, Dr. Crowe is completely unprepared to face the truth of what haunts Cole. With a riveting intensity you'll find throughly chilling, the discovery of Cole's incredible sixth sense leads them to mysterious places with unforgettable consequences! Bruce Wills and Haley Joel Osment star.

Soul Food (R)
Sunday dinner at Mother Joe's is a mouth-watering, 40-year tradition. As seen through the eyes of her grandson Ahmed, love and laughs are always on the menu, despite the usual rivalries simmering between his mom Maxine and her sisters Teri and Bird. However, when serious bickering starts to tear the family apart, the good times suddenly stop. Now it is up to Ahmed to get everyone back together and teach them the true meaning of soul food.

Spy Kids (PG)
Nine years ago, top international spys Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez traded the excitment of espionage for the adventures of parenthood! But when they are called out on a secret mission the Cotes are kidnapped by evil Fegan Floop. There are two other family members who posess the skills and know how to reunite the family: Carmen and Juni Cortes, their kids. Carmen and Juni bravely crisscross the globe in a quest to save their parents.

Stone Cold Dead (G)
Haunting the sleezier city streets and back alleys, a shadowy sniper targets young prostitutes, photographing them with a telephoto lens at the moment the bullet hits them. When the death photos reach the police, Det. Sgt. Boyd gets the case. Boyd doesn't have a clue. But he suspects Julius Kurtz, a well-connected pimp and pusher with whom he has a long standing vendetta.

Tarzan - Disney (G)
Deep within the Afican jungle, a mama gorilla names an orphaned baby boy "Tarzan" and adopts him as her own. Growing up alongside his wisecracking ape buddy Terk and neurotic elephant pal Tantor, Tarzan develops all the instincts and prowess of a jungle animal. When Tarzan meets Jane, his whole world changes. Disney cartoon version.

Ten To Midnight (G)
Deranged serial killer William Stacy enjoys finding new and gruesome ways of slaying young nurses. However, he goes one step too far when he targets the daughter of grizzled cop Leo Kessler. Desperate to catch Stacy, Kessler plants false evidence on him, but is kicked off the force as a result. Undaunted, Kessler turns vigilante and goes after Stacy himself. Moreover, he is willing to do whatever it takes -- including breaking the law -- to stop Stacy from killing again.

Thursday's Game (G)
When their regular Thursday night poker game is terminated, two pals continue to use the game as a pretext to get away from their troubled marriages for a little fun. Stars Gene Wilder, Bob Newhart, Ellen Burstyn, Cloris Leachman and Rob Reiner.

Toy Story 2 (G)
A follow up to Toy Story. While Andy is away at summer camp, Woody is toynapped by Al, a greedy collector. Before you can say "to infinity and beyond," Buzz Lightyear, Mr. Potato Head, Hamm, Rex and Slinky Dog spring into action in a thrilling and hilarious rescue mission that will have everyone cheering!

The X-Files (PG-13)
When a terrorist bomb destroys a building in Dallas, Texas, FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully are drawn into a dangerous conspiracy surpassing anything they have ever encountered. With the help of a paranoid doctor, they risk their lives and careers to hunt down a deadly virus that may be extraterrestrial.

X-MEN (PG-13)
Born into a world with prejudice are children who possess extraordinary and dangerous powers - the result of unique genetic mutations. Cyclops unleashes bolts of energy from his eyes. Storm can manipulate the weather at will. Rogue absorbs the life force of anyone she touches. But under the tutelage of Professor Xavier, these and other outcasts learn to harness their powers for the good of mankind.