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VISIONS
This stunning high-definition aerial series takes you on an incredible journey to France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Italy, Ireland, New York City and Puerto Rico, complimented by the sounds of the region and a poetic narrative.
PRODUCED BY: WLIW New York Public Television
HI-DEFINITION
DOCUMENTARY, 16 x 1 hr, 2002 to 2008

VENETIAN CARNIVAL
A visually stunning presentation of the Great Venetian Cranival in Italy. Explore the history and tradition of this world class 12 day event that has occurred for nearly 900 hundred years. Wonder at the extravagent and stunningly opulent costumes of these notorious festivities.
• From GOE, 2007
• Shot entirely in 16 x 9, HDTV
• Available in Italian & English
• HI-DEFINITION

MAGNIFICENT ITALIA
Take an unprecedented journey though Italy, from the Alps, to Tuscany, to Umbria, to Rome, to Venice, to the Basilicata and to Silicy -- each region a mosaic of cultures, nature & art revealing three millennia of history. Filmed in HDTV 16:9 with aerial photography -- the only thing more real is being there!
• From GOE
• Available in Hi Def
• Available in English & Italian
DOCUMENTARY, 12 x 1 hr, or 24 x 1/2 hr, 2006

CITIES OF THE WORLD
Discover the fascinating architecture, culture, and history of the most interesting cities of the world. Spectacular aerial photography provides a unique point of view that clearly shows you how the various cities are structured and have grown over the centuries.
• From Istituto Geografico De Agostini
• Available in Italian & Spanish
DOCUMENTARY, 40 x 1/2 hr, 2005

THE WORLD ATLAS
The Atlas steps into the digital age. A new one-of-a-kind World Atlas covering all parts of the globe with animated maps and in-depth cultural and historical information. Each episode is dedicated to different countries, containing four distinct features - physical geography, political geography, popular locations, and thematic maps.
The new digitally animated one-of-a-kind version of an Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!
PRODUCED BY: DeAgostini Editore in cooperation with Rand McNally
DOCUMENTARY SERIES, 40 x 1 hr, 2006

THE COMPULSIVE TRAVELER
If you are totally addicted to travel, the only cure is MORE travel! The Compulsive Traveler is undeniably hooked! Follow him around the world as he shows us the world’s Greatest Ports, Magical Dive Sites and the most Romantic Spots. Go on a Hemingway Adventure, a Shopping Spree, a Culinary, a Spiritual and an Anthropological Journey. Travel to the Hottest Cities and most Festive Locations, traverse the High Seas and explore Weird America.
• From RPM Media
• Available in English & Italian
DOCUMENTARY,13 x 1/2 hr, 2004/2005

WORLD ODYSSEYS
Explore the beauty, history, archaeology, and fascinating cultures of the most magnificent places on Earth in this rich geographical series.
• From Istituto Geografico De Agostini
• Available in: English, Italian, French, German, & Mandarin
• Run Times: 30 x 23:30 mins. (English), 43 x 40 mins. (Italian, French, German, & Mandarin) + 100 x 2-3 minute short stories
DOCUMENTARY, 2004

AMERICA'S RAILROADS: THE STEAM TRAIN LEGACY (VOL. II)
America's development as an industrial power is unequivocally tied to the growth of its railroads, linking the cities and ports or our vast country with a network of iron rails that united the nation. Where the rails went, the nation grew, and nothing symbolizes that irresistible growth like the smoking metal giants of the age of the steam. The saga of those rails unfolds through this collection of films, which offers a seldom seen look at America's Railroads at the very apex of their might. Come with us now as we visit the machines and men that built America's Steam Train Legacy. Hosted by Stephen E. Drew, Senior Curator, California State Railroad Museum.
• From Timeless Media
• Available in English
• Color/B&W)
DOCUMENTARY, 7 x 1 hr, 2005

RAILWAY ADVENTURES ACROSS EUROPE
Rail your way across Switzerland, England, Scotland and Wales with Love Boat’s Bernie Kopell. Hop the cog railroads to the epicene Alps of St. Mortiz. Enjoy the English and Welsh countryside in the birthplace of rail restoration. All aboard for the picturesque Scottish Highlands and more.
• From Timless Media
• Available in English
DOCUMENTARY, 30 x 1/2 hr, 1995, reversioned for DVD, 2001

AERIAL ADVENTURES: ALASKA & THE INSIDE PASSAGE
Experience an ever-changing panorama of land and sea from a perspective that few ever get to see: a heli-journey of pure exhilaration. From Canada’s rugged west coast to Alaska, discover the world’s most dangerous treks, climb the world’s most spellbinding mountains, fish and kayak off remote islands, view endless snows broken only by the tracks of dogsleds, sea lions and bears.
• From Associated Aerial Adventures
• Shot by world-renowned aerial camera expert Russ Heinl
DOCUMENTARY, 1 x 1 hr, 2000

THE ALPS
One of nature’s wonders, a huge rocky arch firmly planted in six different European countries. This spectacular series succeeds in the difficult task of giving an overall view of the Alps - from the West to the East - by means of breathless shots from the air. This is the story of the mountains’ world, where nature, culture, sport and leisure perfectly mix.
• From Istituto Geografico De Agostini
• Available in Italian
DOCUMENTARY, 12 x 1/2 hr, 1995

WONDERS OF ITALY
Italy is one the most romantic and richest cultures of the world. Discover the beauty of the Italian landscape, the history of the country, its traditions, its architecture, its art, and its gastronomy.
• From Istituto Geografico De Agostini
• Available in Italian
DOCUMENTARY, 29 x 1/2 hr, 1994