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Alongside the fastest, strongest, smartest animals are nature's misfits, odd, bizarre and unlikely creatures that seem ill-equipped for survival. Somehow they manage to cling to life and in some cases even thrive. Revealing some surprising details about how evolution really works, demonstrating that all animals are remarkably well-adapted to their chosen way of life.
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While Cambridge police detectives interview witnesses who may or may not tell the truth, 'Sam' extracts revealing truths from calcified bones, decomposed and charred bodies, tell-tale bruises and overlooked fingerprints. Brace yourself for twists and turns in four gripping episodes: the suspicious drowning of a six-year-old girl, the apparently ritual killing of a young man, a death in police custody, and the fiery murder of a refugee's business partner....
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Sharks have been evolving for 400 million years; surely today these formidable creatures must be at the pinnacle of perfection? Eminent underwater wildlife cameraman and shark aficionado Mike deGruy comes face-to-face with some of the greatest sharks that ever lived, past and present. On his search for perfection, Mike encounters ancient sharks the length of a city bus, a shark that actually walks and various others with amazing qualities for survival....
6) Hammerhead
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Get the inside story on the world₂s most unique and strange shark, the Hammerhead. The hammerhead shark's oddly shaped head has puzzled scientists for ages. There simply must be a reason for it. Whatever the hammer is for, one thing is certain, these sharks are highly successful and posses hunting skills that no other shark can match.
7) 42 up
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Up volume disk 5
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In 1964 Michael Apted interviewed a group of seven year old children from diverse backgrounds from all over England, asking them about their lives and their dreams for the future. Every seven years, Apted has been back to talk to the same subjects. Disk five contains 42 up.
10) Ivanhoe: Disc 1
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Set in 12th century England, this sweeping saga follows the noble Saxon knight, Wilfred of Ivanhoe and his bloody battles with the scheming Prince John as he attempts to restore Richard The Lion-Hearted to the throne.--Container.
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Made with the full co-operation of the band, the program tells the story of one of the most successful British bands in rock history, reuniting Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel, Steve Hackett, and Mike Rutherford for the first time since 1975, to tell their story. Includes archival performance footage.
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Boasting an extraordinary variety of pristine habitats, Gabon may be the last best hope for many of Africa's native species. But Gabon is an embattled paradise, surrounded by war-torn nations and rampant exploitation of natural resources. Fortunately, a dedicated group is determined to preserve Gabon's natural riches, with an unprecedented 11,000 square mile network of national parks unlike anything Africa has ever seen.
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The Song of Lunch is based on Christopher Reid's narrative poem following the story of an unnamed book editor who is meeting his former love 15 years after their break-up for a nostalgic lunch at the Soho restaurant they used to frequent. The woman is now living a glamorous life in Paris, married to a world-renowned writer. The unnamed editor has failed in his writing career, detests his mundane publishing job and regrets the end of their love affair....
15) Anne of Avonlea
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Anne's life at Green Gables takes unexpected turns with the arrival of two new orphans and the realization of her dream to go to college. Through marriage proposals from suitors and the sale of her first story, Anne holds on to her memories of Avonlea and discovers life and love on her own terms.
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Renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough has a remarkable treasure trove of stories following his 60-year career with the BBC. This 3-part series will bring to life some of his most memorable. Also includes: The Ark, David Attenborough chooses ten of the most important, and lesser known, animals he would most like to save from extinction.
18) Ballet shoes
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Adopted as babies by the extraordinary Great Uncle Matthew, Pauline, Petrova, and Posy Fossil lead a sheltered life with their guardian, Sylvia, who struggling to make ends meet, is forced to take in lodgers. When the girls are accepted to Ballet school, life becomes a whirl of classes and rehearsals until yet another financial crisis threatens their future.
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With Maddy en route to Canada and out of contact, Rhydian faces an uncertain future in Stoneybridge. Friendships are tested as he, Shannon, Tom and Jana work out who they want to be and where they fit in. The prospect of life after school creates new challenges and brings new jeopardy, with lessons to learn about trust, leadership and responsibility. New allies in a brave new world are not what they seem; old foes make their presence felt in surprising...