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"From relics of the World's Fair of 1893, historic murals magnificently restored and the Gold Coast alley still paved with century-old blocks to a cow path among the Loop skyscrapers, a 2000-year-old Roman column given to Chicago by Benito Mussolini and the remains of a storefront that melted in the Chicago Fire, each one has a story to tell"--Container.
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"From abandoned freight tunnels below the city to some of the most detailed ornamentation adorning Chicago's buildings, to exploring some of the city's most fascinating hidden communities and discovering the diverse parks that are home to some of Chicago's very best art and architecture"--Container.
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"In the 1830's, Chicago's lakefront was declared public ground, to remain forever open, clear and free of any buildings. Take a tour with Geoffrey Baer to discover the historic and ongoing struggles and victories that helped shape what we see along the shores of Chicago today. Along this unforgettable journey, learn about the redesign of Soldier Field; see the new modern wing of the Art Institute; discover how Millenium Park became what it is today...
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The Chateau of Versailles remains forever the emblematic symbol of Louis XIV, whose reign lasted for almost half a century. It is recognized as one of the most beautiful works of art of the 17th century France. The most symbolic of the rooms is no doubt the Hall of Mirrors. During the next century, under the reign of Louis XV, the Chapel and the Opera were completed. This program presents a tour of the many rooms and works of art inside of France's...
9) The tower
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The Tower of London has been the place of murdered Kings, beheaded Queens, executed spies, and ruthlessly killed innocents. Learn through expert interviews and dramatic reenactments about the notorious past of this setting for the darkest deeds.
10) Panic room
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Trapped in their New York brownstone's panic room, a hidden chamber built as a sanctuary in the event of break-ins, newly divorced Meg and her daughter Sarah play a deadly game of cat-and-mouse with three intruders during a brutal home invasion. But the room itself is the focal point because what the intruders really want is inside it.
11) Hotel for dogs
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Foster children Andi and Bruce have been placed with a flaky couple who care more for their aspiring rock careers than their charges. Their mischievous tendencies repeatedly get them into trouble. After a close call with the local pound, the kids end up searching for Friday, their secretly adopted dog, in an abandoned old hotel where they find several other stray dogs seeking shelter. They, along with three other local kids, begin caring for the strays....
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For 25 centuries the Parthenon has been shot at, set on fire, rocked by earthquakes, looted for its sculptures, and disfigured by misguided restorations. Now, a team of architects and engineers is investigating the many mysteries of this icon of Western civilization : How did the ancient Greeks design and build their masterpiece so quickly? How did they achieve such precision and perfection without modern tools and architectural aids that we take...
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It's the world's most powerful residence, where decisions affecting millions of Americans are made. But the White House is also home--a warm and welcoming refuge for the presidential family. Join us on an insider's tour to meet the people who make the world's most famous house a home. Loyal staff--maids, assistants, ushers, valets, butlers, chefs, plumbers, engineers, florists and others who have worked under multiple presidents--share unique and...
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An analysis of Dan Brown's novel, The lost symbol, which again features his protagonist Robert Langdon. Examines the story's focus on Freemasonry, presenting dramatic recreations of pivotal moments in American history alongside visits to contemporary locations in Washington, D.C. to explore the facts of its most famous symbols, images, and legends.
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Follows the creation of four extraordinary skyscrapers, showcasing how they will revolutionize the way we live, work, and how we protect ourselves from potential threats, both from the environment and terrorist attacks. Episodes include: One World Trade Center; One57; Shanghai Tower; and The Leadenhall Building.
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"Ride along with Chicago's favorite tour guide, Geoffrey Baer, as he explores the diverse and vibrant neighborhoods nestled along Chicago's elevated train lines. On this memorable adventure, you'll travel the full spectrum of Chicago's 8 'L' lines to discover fascinating history, delicious foods, incredible art, and inspiring culture. You'll even hop aboard a restored 'L' train built in 1923! Doors are closing, so step aboard! Take an exhilarating...
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Ernest Hemingway was a thrill-seeker eager for exoticism. He would womanize, hunted lions in Africa, supported the Republican side during the Spanish Civil War, and reported on the D-Day invasion in Normandy. But he would always return to his sole home port in Cuba, the Finca Vigia, nowadays a museum dedicated to this Literature Nobel Prize author, where the rudder of his boat, Pilar, is displayed. We also visit his favorite places in Havana.
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Criterion collection volume 197
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Ten years after the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps, this piece documents the abandoned grounds of Auschwitz and Majdanek. One of the first cinematic reflections on the horrors of the Holocaust and contrasts the stillness of the abandoned camps' quiet, empty buildings with haunting wartime footage.
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WTTW tells the dramatic story of a defining and prescient moment in Chicago history -- the Great Fire of 1871 -- when Chicagoans faced destruction, rebuilt, and prepared the city for a thriving future. The story unfolds through the eyes of people who lived through the fire, including Chicago Tribune publisher William Bross, Mayor Roswell B. Mason, a heroic Board of Trade custodian (and former slave) Joseph Hudlin, and a successful businesswoman named...
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