New Additions in our AV Collection lib.hku.hk/acqlist/av/1/index.htm New Acquisitions List for AV Der Fall Chodorkowski In October 2003, Mikhail Khodorkovsky, former head of the Russian oil company Yukos, was arrested on charges of tax evasion and fraud. This documentary uncovers the story behind his arrest and subsequent conviction, the story of a man who has transformed from the wealthiest man in Russia into a martyr for the cause of political freedom and rule of law. WikiLeaks secrets and lies = 維基解密 : 秘密與謊言 Using first hand, exclusive interviews with those involved, this programme documents the story of the biggest data spillage in history - beginning with the email of a young soldier and the scribbling of a password on a restaurant napkin by the enigmatic Julian Assange, and ending as the rippling tide of revelations continues to echo around the world.--Container. Speaking in tongues Hablando en lenguas = 一口双语 Closely following four very different local public-schoolers through an academic year, [the producers] draw on subtle nuances of the kids stories to illustrate the complex shades and permutations of bilingual schooling. Two children are placed in immersion programs to retain their native tongues while learning English, and the other two are in the reverse situation. Their parents list both familiar and surprising reasons for enrolling their children, but each remains a strong proponent of the programs despite criticism from extended family, friends and a loud chorus of English-only activists. Even while dismissing common barbs, the families must confront unique challenges both humorous and serious--PatchWorks Films website. SARS cover up and aftermath = 非典 : 掩蓋的創傷 This is an extraordinary and insightful human drama during and after the crisis; it tells the stories of the governments cover up and forgotten SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) survivors who are suffering greatly from the horrific after=effects due to aggressive steroids treatment and their continuing fight for their rights in China; and at the same time, how their fight for their rights are pushing Chinese society forward. The film is divided into 4 parts: from the governments cover up to the treatment; from the after effects to their fight for justice.--Container. Amour 愛 Georges (Jean-Louis Trintignant) and Anne (Emmanuelle Riva) are retired classical-music teachers savouring their golden years in a comfortable apartment. When Anne experiences a stroke that leaves her partially paralysed. As devoted Georges struggles with the formidable task of becoming Annes full-time caretaker, the couples bond of love is severely tested.--Container. Canaris The story of the enigmatic admiral who headed Hitlers secret service. Captain Phillips Captain Phillips is a multi-layered examination of the 2009 hijacking of the U.S. container ship Maersk Alabama by a crew of Somali pirates. Based on a true story, the film focuses on the Alabamas commanding officer, Captain Richard Phillips (Tom Hanks), and the Somali pirate captain, Muse (Barkhad Abdi), who takes him hostage. The two men are set on an unstoppable collision course when Muse and his crew target Phillips unarmed ship; in the ensuing standoff, both men will find themselves at the mercy of forces beyond their control.--Container. Death of a president Years after the assassination of President George W. Bush in Chicago, an investigative documentary examines that as-yet-unsolved crime. Using real life archive footage of George W. Bush, Death of a president is a controversial conspiracy thriller with a unique premise, told in the style of a retrospective documentary, which offers a critique of the contemporary US political landscape. Das Geheimnis der Geisha The writer and college professor, Alexandre Fayard, researches and gives lectures about the gruesome literary work of the mysterious Japanese writer Shundei Oe, considered by him to be the master of manipulation. In his underground detective novels, evil always prevails and Shundei Oe has never allowed anyone to see his face. His only image available is a frightening picture on the back of his best-sellers.--IMDb. The invisible woman Tells the story of the secret love affair between Charles Dickens and Nelly Ternan. Jackass presents [videorecording] : bad grandpa Johnny Knoxville reprises his jackass role as 86-year-old Irving Zisman in the story of a crotchety old man unexpectedly saddled with the care of his 8-year-old grandson Billy (Jackson Nicoll). The two generations of troublemakers soon develop a bond, as they hustle their way across the heartland of America on an outrageous road trip with a whole lot of high jinks and pranks on unsuspecting, real-life people, all of whom had no idea they were starring in a truly shocking hidden-camera comedy.--Container. Jagten = The hunt Lucas is a former school teacher who has been forced to start over having overcome a tough divorce and the loss of his job. Just as things are starting to go his way, his life is shattered when an untruthful remark throws his small community into a collective state of hysteria. As the lie spreads, Lucas is forced to fight a lonely fight for his life and dignity. Die kommenden Tage Two sisters dealing with a world overcome by climate change, terrorism, financial crises, and water and oil shortages. Männerherzen und die ganz ganz grosse liebe Die Helden aus M�nnerherzen kehren zur�ck und k�mpfen mehr denn je um die ganz ganz gro�e Liebe. So hei�t auch der neue Song von Schlagerstar Bruce Berger, f�r dessen frisch gegr�ndetes Plattenlabel G�nther, Niklas und Philip mittlerweile arbeiten. W�hrend Bruce sich als Hip-Hopper versucht, nimmt Jerome eine Auszeit bei seinen Eltern auf dem Land, Niklas st�rzt sich ins Dating-Game, Philip wird Vater von Zwillingen und G�nther hat sehr spezielle Schlafzimmerprobleme...--Container. Nebraska After receiving a sweepstakes letter in the mail, a cantankerous father thinks hes struck it rich, and wrangles his estranged son into taking a road trip to claim the fortune. Getting waylaid in the fathers hometown in Nebraska, the son tries to reconnect with his impenetrable father. Philomena In 1952, a young Philomena was sent to the convent of Roscrea in Ireland after giving birth to her first child. When her son became a toddler, the nuns sent him to America for adoption. Philomena then spent the next fifty years seeking for him in vain. Silver linings playbook 失戀自作業 Pat Solatano (Bradley Cooper) has lost everything - his house, his job, and his wife. He now finds himself living back with his mother (Jacki Weaver) and father (Robert De Niro) after spending 8 months in a state institution on a plea bargain. Pat is determined to rebuild his life, remain positive and reunite with his wife, despite the challenging circumstances of their separation. All Pats parents want is for him to get back on his feet - and to share their familys obsession with their favorite Philadelphia football team. When Pat meets Tiffany (Jennifer Lawrence), a mysterious girl with problems of her own, things get complicated. Tiffany offers to help Pat reconnect with his wife, but only if hell do something very important for her in return. As their deal plays out, an unexpected bond begins to form between them, and silver linings appear in both of their lives.--Container. Star trek. Into darkness The years best-rated blockbuster is nothing short of spectacular. (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone) When a ruthless mastermind known as Khan (Benedict Cumberbatch) declares a one=man war on the Federation, Captain Kirk (Chris Pine), Spock (Zachary Quinto), and the daring crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise set out on their most explosive manhunt of all time. It will take everything in their arsenal to defend Earth and eliminate Khans deadly threat in J.J. Abrams clever, exhilarating action adventure.--Container. Trouble with the curve Gus Lobel has been one of the best scouts in baseball for decades, but, despite his efforts to hide it, age is starting to catch up with him. Nevertheless, Gus--who can tell a pitch just by the crack of the bat--refuses to be benched for what may be the final innings of his career. The one person who might be able to help is also the one person Gus would never ask: his daughter, Mickie, an associate at a high-powered Atlanta law firm. Winterschläfer Young blonde translator Rebecca lives with her boyfriend ski instructor Marco in a mountain villa owned by her friend, nurse Laura. Rene, local cinema projectionist, steals Marcos car and gets into a car crash with local Theo, whose daughter, after being in coma for a time, dies. Rene suffers from partial short term memory loss and starts a relationship with Laura. Meanwhile Marco is looking for the man who stole his car and Theo - for the man who killed his daughter...--IMDb. Fabrik der Offiziere Februar 1944: In einer Kriegsschule in S�ddeutsch-land wird der milit�rische Nachwuchs f�r die Front >>fabriziertFinden Sie den M�rder!
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