Doman, John 1945-Overview
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John Doman
Blue valentine
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6 editions published between 2010 and 2011 in English and held by 1,042 libraries worldwide An honest, moving and uninhibited love story. The uncompromising portrait of Dean and Cindy, a young married couple who have grown apart, taking one night away from their daughter to try to save their relationship. Highlighted by provocative scenes alternately intimate and intense, the film captured audiences and critics alike.
Gracie
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 1,004 libraries worldwide Gracie Bowen is your average 15-year-old, except for one thing-- she is determined to play varsity boys soccer. When her school forbids her to play and even her family questions her ability, Gracie sets out on an extraordinary quest to prove them all wrong. Fighting to change the school's policy and facing off against some of the toughest competitors on the soccer field, Gracie must summon all of her strength and courage to finally show the world that a girl with a dream can do whatever she wants.
The wire. Season four
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13 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and held by 859 libraries worldwide With the fall of the Barksdale empire, and the ascent of a new young drug king in Baltimore, McNulty, Bunk and the rest of the detail continue to "follow the money" up the political ladder amidst a hotly contested mayoral campaign. Prez witnesses first-hand the role of inner-city education in the formation of youth as four students, Michael, Namond, Randy and Dukie, face dangerous decisions and adolescent angst in a city rife with the temptations of crime and easy money. This season continues to blur the lines between good and evil and incite the fires of urban unrest.
The wire. The complete first season
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3 editions published between 2004 and 2008 in English and held by 858 libraries worldwide Follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
The wire. The complete third season
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4 editions published between 2006 and 2008 in English and held by 820 libraries worldwide Follows a single sprawling drug investigation in Baltimore, against the backdrop of the mayor's reelection campaign. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
The wire. The complete fifth season
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6 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 779 libraries worldwide Follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
City by the sea
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1 edition published in 2003 in English and held by 366 libraries worldwide A Manhattan police detective is unexpectedly reunited with his estranged son, who may have been involved in a drug-related murder in Long Beach.
Rush to war between Iraq and a hard place
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 187 libraries worldwide In today's post-9/11 world, search for the rationale behind the war in Iraq, exploring the failed policies of several administrations. What is presented, is a raw, provocative look into America's 'War on Terror' an its effects on our society, our credibility, and most importantly, our security.
Killing Emmett Young
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3 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 121 libraries worldwide Detective Emmett Young is determined to rid Philadelphia of a psychotic serial killer when he discovers he has a painful terminal illness. An ex-cop convinces Young that putting out a contract on himself is the best way to go. Now the race is on to stop the body count before his time is up.
The wire the complete series
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3 editions published between 2008 and 2010 in English and held by 120 libraries worldwide Everyone is feeling the heat in Baltimore. The drug war is a losing campaign, bodies are piling up in the street and a desperate major demands to see some victories before election day.
Sniper 3
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1 edition published in 2004 in English and held by 114 libraries worldwide Master gunnery Sergeant Thomas Beckett is the US Marine Corps' most decorated sniper. He has taken out warlords, drug lords, assassins and bitter foes. This time, he's going after a friend.
Blue valentine
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1 edition published in 2011 in English and held by 89 libraries worldwide An honest, moving and uninhibited love story. The uncompromising portrait of Dean and Cindy, a young married couple who have grown apart, taking one night away from their daughter to try to save their relationship. Highlighted by provocative scenes alternately intimate and intense, the film captured audiences and critics alike.
Rock the paint
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2 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and held by 68 libraries worldwide When Josh is forced to move his senior year, he's afraid his basketball dreams will be forgotten, until he meets Antwon. Together they try to win the high school state championship. Will their friendship survive a situation that threatens to divide them?
The wire. The complete first season, Disc one, episodes 1-3
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1 edition published in 2004 in English and held by 64 libraries worldwide This unvarnished, highly realistic series follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
The wire. The complete first season, Disc three, episodes 6-8
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2 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 61 libraries worldwide This unvarnished, highly realistic series follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
The wire. The complete first season, Disc five, episodes 12-13
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2 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 57 libraries worldwide This unvarnished, highly realistic series follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
The wire. The complete first season, Disc four, episodes 9-11
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2 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 57 libraries worldwide This unvarnished, highly realistic series follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
The wire. The complete first season, Disc two, episodes 4-5
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2 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 56 libraries worldwide This unvarnished, highly realistic series follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn.
Rush to war
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2 editions published between 2004 and 2007 in English and held by 52 libraries worldwide A historical documentary examining the issues surrounding September 11th and American foreign policy. Three weeks after the attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, the director and a small film crew drove from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. and New York interviewing a cross-section of Americans in the aftermath of the events. Among issues explored are the Cold War and CIA interventions around the world from the 1950s through the 1970s, America's involvement with the Afghan resistance against the Soviet Union in the 1980s, and the history of the United States' two wars with Iraq with particular emphasis on the current administration's policies and actions in the war on terror and its consequences for global security in the 21st century.
The Wire. The complete first season
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7 editions published between 2006 and 2008 in English and held by 51 libraries worldwide Follows a single sprawling drug and murder investigation in Baltimore. Told from the point of view of both the police and their targets, where easy distinctions between good and evil are challenged at every turn. more
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