Terrence Howard
1) The Walk
Author
Language
English
Description
In 1974, a cop confronts fierce social pressure after being assigned to protect black students as they are bused into all-white South Boston High.
3) Pride
Author
Language
English
Description
The year is 1973, and Jim Ellis (Terrence Howard), a college-educated African-American, can't find a job. Driven by his love of competitive swimming, Jim converts an abandoned recreational pool hall in a Philadelphia slum with the help of Elston (Bernie Mac), a local janitor. But when city officials mark the new Philadelphia Department of Recreation for demolition, Jim fights back - by starting the city's first African-American swim team. Recruiting...
4) The best man
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 121 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A romantic comedy about a commitment-shy writer whose new novel reveals the scandalous secrets of his college friends during a wedding reunion.
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
2006
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (116 min.) : sd., col.; 4 3/4in.
Language
English
Description
A rap superhero is encased in muscular flesh like armor, his face is an impassive mask, he reaches out to destroy his enemies with his unique talent. Marcus is a gangster who breaks from his youthful life of crime to triumph as a rapper. Marcus's girlfriend helps him pull free the wires holding his jaw shut when he's recovered from being shot in the face. He even has a moment when a razor blade is thrown into his cell and is encouraged to kill himself....
6) Red tails
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 125 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Italy, 1944. As the war takes its toll on Allied forces in Europe, a squadron of black pilots known as the Tuskegee Airmen are finally given the chance to prove themselves in the sky, even as they battle discrimination on the ground. Featuring jaw-dropping aerial action and thrilling special effects, Red Tails is a breathtaking tribute to the unsung heroes who rose above extraordinary challenges and ultimately soared into history.
7) The system
Publisher
Vertical Entertainment
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (97 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Formats
Description
When a young soldier, newly returned from war, gets caught up in a drug bust, he is recruited by the authorities to go undercover in a notoriously dangerous prison in order to figure out what is really going on.
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2006
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 115 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A hard-hitting Memphis hustler has dreams of becoming the next rap superstar in this gritty and inspirational story of struggle and redemption on life's mean streets.
10) Prisoners
Publisher
Alcon Entertainment
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 153 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Keller Dover is facing every parent's worst nightmare. His six-year-old daughter, Anna, is missing, together with her young friend, Joy. The only lead is a dilapidated RV that had been parked on their street. Heading the investigation, Detective Loki arrests its driver but a lack of evidence forces his release. As the police pursue multiple leads, Dover knows his child's life is at stake and decides he must take matters into his own hands. How far...
11) B.B. King live
Publisher
Image Entertainment
Pub. Date
♭2011
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (54 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The man needs no introduction. Truly the reigning king of blues, over the last 60 years B.B. King has developed one of the world's most identifiable guitar styles and has influenced thousands of musicians. Known for integrating precise and complex string bends with left hand vibrato, King has a uniquely regal and velvety tone making every note count.
Publisher
Columbia
Pub. Date
2013
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 122 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Jim Grant is a public interest lawyer and single father raising his daughter in the tranquil suburbs of Albany, New York. Grant's world is turned upside down when a brash young reporter named Ben Shepard exposes his true identity as a former 1970s antiwar radical fugitive wanted for murder.
13) Triumph
Publisher
Relativity Media LLC
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (102 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Mike, a bright and determined high school senior, strives to be a wrestler despite having cerebral palsy. Throughout his journey, Mike proves that any obstacle can be overcome through hard work and optimism. His peers watch in awe as Mike digs deep and unleashes his unstoppable spirit, proving that facing your challenges will make you stronger as long as you never give up, and that you can motivate others to win from within, too.
14) Awake
Publisher
The Weinstein Company
Pub. Date
2008
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 84 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Clary suffers from an illness and only a risky surgical procedure can save him. However, even though he's put under anesthesia, he remains awake yet unable to move.
...a surprisingly effective thriller.--Roger Ebert
...nifty little thriller...--Hollywood Reporter
15) Empire: Season 4
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2018.
Physical Desc
4 videodiscs (approximately 802 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
In season four, the show's explosive twists and turns resume, as Empire Entertainment embarks on a celebration of its 20th anniversary. Lucious makes his first public appearance after the explosion in Las Vegas, and all members of the Lyon family have their own interests in Lucious regaining his physical and mental faculties.
16) Lackawanna blues
Publisher
Home Box Office
Pub. Date
2004
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 95 min.) : sd., col.; 4 3/4in.
Language
English
Description
In a story fueled by rhythm and blues, a young boy's life is shaped by love and the stories of a cast of characters in the boarding house where he lives.
A dizzying roster of talent. Grade A.--Entertainment Weekly
Two thumbs up!--Ebert and Roeper
A raucous, syncopated valentine to...black culture.--Time
***...a fluid reminiscence...recommended.--Video Librarian
17) Sabotage
Pub. Date
2014
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (109 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Arnold Schwarzenegger leads an elite DEA task force that takes on the world's deadliest drug cartels. When the team successfully executes a high-stakes raid on a cartel safe house, they think their work is done - until, one-by-one, the team members mysteriously start to be eliminated. As the body count rises, everyone is a suspect.
18) Iron Man
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (125 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A wealthy industrialist is held captive in enemy territory and escapes by building a high-tech suit. When he returns home, he decides to use his money, talents, and suit to save the world. Includes additional scenes, featurettes, and more.
19) Sabotage
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
2014
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 109 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Arnold Schwarzenegger leads an elite DEA task force that takes on the world's deadliest drug cartels. When the team successfully executes a high-stakes raid on a cartel safe house, they think their work is done; until, one-by-one, the team members mysteriously start to be eliminated. As the body count rises, everyone is a suspect.
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
5 videodiscs (approximately 788 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Three months have passed since Lucious Lyon's shocking arrest. Now, released from prison, he and Cookie enter a hostile competition to dominate the music industry. Despite an ongoing feud between their sons Jamal and Hakeem, a stunning betrayal may unite the family against an outside takeover of Empire Records. Meanwhile, Cookie learns a frightening truth about her new lover, and tragedy tests Andre's newfound faith.