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DVD of the week: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Mr. Smith goes to Washington Jimmy Stewart plays a freshman senator in Washington, D.C. who becomes involved in political infighting when a project of his is undermined by unscrupulous others who want to build a dam. -Publisher’s summary Tarlton’s Law

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DVD of the week: The Least of These

The Least of These premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival, Austin, TX, 2009 A look at one of the most controversial aspects of American immigration policy:  family detention. The film focuses on the T. Don Hutto Residential Center

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DVD of the week: Wilde

Wilde Brilliant, egocentric, and completely unique, Oscar Wilde (Stephen Fry) defied convention on almost every level.  While coming to terms with his newfound sexual identity, he also experienced his most creative period, resulting in some of his best known works.

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DVD of the week: Bowling for Columbine

Bowling for Columbine Acclaimed filmmaker Michael Moore (Roger & Me) takes aim at America’s love affair with guns and violence in this Oscar-winning film. Mixing riveting footage, hilarious animation and candid interviews with everyone from the NRA’s Charlton Heston to

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DVD of the week: Trouble with the curve

Trouble with the curve Gus Lobel (Clint Eastwood) has been a top baseball scout for decades, but age has caught up with him.  He refuses to be benched for what could be the final innings of his career. The Atlanta

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DVD of the week: Milk

Milk Sean Penn stars in this stirring celebration of Harvey Milk, a man of the people.  Based on the inspiring true story of the first openly gay man elected to major public office, this compelling film follows Milk’s journey to

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