Almos’ a Man
Based on the short story by Richard Wright. A black teenage farm worker believes that owning a gun is a mark of maturity.
Barn Burning
The story of the son of a tenant farmer who must choose between his aversion to playing his father's accomplice in violent acts against their landowners and his desire to win his father's acceptance.
The Blue Hotel
Based on the short story by Stephen Crane. A stranger arrives in a small 1880s Nebraska town and joins a fateful card game.
The Greatest Man in the World
Based on the short story by James Thurber. An insufferable lout becomes a national hero after he flies nonstop around the world.
The Jilting of Granny Weatherall
A spunky old lady of eighty on her deathbed struggles to resolve tormenting memories of her past when she was left standing at the altar. Her indomitable will to live and act independently infuses the last day of her life.
The Man that Corrupted Hadleyburg
Based on one of Mark Twain's best known short stories. A mysterious stranger who was slighted by the people of Hadleyburg reappears to disprove the town's reputation.
Paul's case
Based on the short story by Willa Cather. The touching and tragic story of a working class boy who desperately wants to be a part of moneyed society, so he steals money from his employer.
A Rose for Emily
Miss Emily Grierson was the fading aristocrat of a small Southern town. When she was young, her tyrannical father drove away all her suitors. Finally free after his death, Miss Emily quickly succumbed to the advances of a Yankee day laborer. Only years later does the town realize the chilling consequences of this ill-fated romance.
The Sky is Gray
Based on the short story by Ernest J. Gaines. In rural Louisiana in the 1940's a young black boy journeys with his mother and absorbs valuable lessons of pride, charity and dignity.
The Tell-tale heart, Edgar Allan Poe’s
The eerie tale of murder and revenge is faithfully brought to life in this atmospheric drama. The film contains period clothing, as well, as setting. Creepy background music in combination with excellent acting makes this film effective.
The complete works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
This three-man troupe perform all of Shakespeare's plays in 90 comedic minutes.
In search of Shakespeare
An intimate look at William Shakespeare and his world.
Mark Twain Tonight!
A special one-man show that captures the flamboyant humor and irreverence of Mark Twain by using the words of Twain, his stinging commentary on politics, the art of lying, religion, patriotism.
The Odyssey
This DVD offers an introduction to one of the Western world's first action-adventure stories. Take a look at the Greek myths and The Odyssey's lessons of morality.
Othello
In this dramatization of William Shakespeare's tragedy a great man's vanity is manipulated by a jealous aide to bring about his downfall. Betrayal, deception and murder end the friendship between Othello and Iago and culminate in the tragic death of Desdemona.
Persuasion
Anne Elliot fell deeply in love with handsome young naval officer Frederick Wentworth at the age of nineteen. But with neither fortune nor rank to recommend him, Anne was persuaded to break off her engagement. Eight years later, Anne has lived to regret her decision. She never stopped loving Wentworth, and when he returns from sea with rank and fortune, she can only watch as every eligible young woman in the district falls at his feet. Can Frederick forgive Anne for listening to her family instead of her heart?
The Romantic poets
A study of the prominent poets of the Romantic period featuring the works of Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, Keats and Byron. Includes interpretation and analysis by Dr. Robert Woof, Dr. Julia North and Derrick Woolf.
Understanding literature. The elements of drama
Colorful graphics and an informative narrative illustrate the basic elements of drama. In addition, professors of English provide insight to help viewers understand drama.
Understanding literature. The elements of fiction
rnest Hemingway, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson - these are just three of the renowned authors whose work is cited.
Understanding literature. The elements of poetry
Figurative language, meter and rhyme, simile, and metaphor - these are a few of the many topics explored in this lively video tour through the genre of poetry.
The Victorian poets
Features the works of Victorian poets including Hopkins, Swinburne, Arnold, Robert Browning and Tennyson. Includes analysis and interpretation by Dr. Nick Shrimpton, Dr. Peter McDonald and Dr. Julia North.