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Author
Series
Publisher
Teaching Co
Pub. Date
c2000
Language
English
Description
In this set of 24 lectures, Professor Elizabeth Vandiver, University of Maryland, introduces the student to the primary characters and most important stories of classical Greek and Roman mythology. She also surveys some of the leading theoretical approaches to understanding myth in general and classical myth in particular.
Author
Series
Publisher
Teaching Co
Pub. Date
c2000
Language
English
Description
In this set of 24 lectures, Professor Elizabeth Vandiver, University of Maryland, introduces the student to the primary characters and most important stories of classical Greek and Roman mythology. She also surveys some of the leading theoretical approaches to understanding myth in general and classical myth in particular.
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Reacquaint yourself with myths so powerful that they remain woven into the fabric of the present world. From the epic tragedy of Medusa, Greek mythology's most infamous female fiend, to Hercules, its greatest action hero, and Hades, master of the land of the dead and a god so feared no one would speak his name. Explore these myths and legendary figures who inspired them
Publisher
A&E Home Video
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
The Aborigine culture is said to harbor the oldest continuous line of human wisdom on Earth. Now viewers can take a mesmerizing journey into the ancient, enigmatic culture of Australia's Aborigines, the oldest on Earth. Includes revealing interviews, and stunning footage of Aborigine life in their beautiful, harsh land that provides a memorable investigation into the rich history of one of the world's most enigmatic people
Publisher
Columbia Tristar Home Video
Pub. Date
©1998
Language
English
Description
Jason is a fearless sailor and explorer, who returns to the kingdom of Thessaly after a 20 year voyage to make his rightful claim to the throne. But to do so, Jason must first find the magical Golden Fleece which is guarded by a 100-foot bronze giant, the venomous Hydra, and an army of skeletons.
Publisher
Alive Mind
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Despite the fact that myth has always existed, surprisingly few people today are aware of even the classic myths or the potential myths have to impact their lives. Myths are the reservoir of human wisdom - the story and the meaning of life. Every human being has asked the questions who am I, what is my purpose, why am I here? The answers are in the myths that have been passed on from generation to generation.
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Based on the publishing phenomenon, Percy Jackson and other young demigods continue to fight, but this time in the sea, to fulfill their destinies. To save their world, Percy and his friends must find the fabled and magical Golden Fleece. Embarking on a treacherous odyssey into the uncharted waters of the Sea of Monsters (known to humans as the Bermuda Triangle), they battle terrifying creatures, an army of zombies, and the ultimate Evil
Publisher
Docurama
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Follow myco visionaries Gary Lincoff and Larry Evans as they lead us on a hunt for the wild mushroom and the deeper cultural experiences attached to the mysterious fungi. Combines material filmed at the Telluride Mushroom Festival with animation and archival footage
11) The last wave
Series
Publisher
Criterion Collection
Pub. Date
c2001
Language
English
Description
The story of a lawyer defending a group of aboriginals accused of murder. The lawyer feels the pull of magic forces beneath the surface of civilization
13) Soft matter
Publisher
Wild Eye Releasing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Two graffiti artists break into an abandoned, reportedly haunted research facility in hopes of creating a ghost-themed art installation, but stumble upon a secret team of demented researchers who are in the process of resurrecting an ancient sea creature -- who they now must fight in order to escape alive and not become their latest experiment.
14) Xanadu
Publisher
Universal Studios
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
Danny, an aging musician who wants to open a nightclub, and Sonny, a young artist, are both searching for inspiration. Kira, a beautiful mythical muse, is brought to earth in order to help both men fulfill their dreams
Publisher
Digiview Productions
Pub. Date
2004, c1959
Language
English
Description
En route to Thebes for an important diplomatic mission, Hercules drinks from a magic spring and loses his memory, and then spends most his time in the pleasure gardens of Queen Omphale of Lydia. While young Ulysses tries to help him regain his memory, political tensions escalate in Thebes, and Hercules' new wife finds herself in mortal danger.
Publisher
Pat and Pat
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Finding Joe is an exploration of famed Mythologist Joseph Campbell's studies and their continuing impact on our culture. Through interviews with visionaries from a variety of fields interwoven with enactments of classic tales by a sweet and motley group of kids, the film navigates the stages of what Campbell dubbed The Hero's Journey: the challenges, the fears, the dragons, the battles, and the return home as a changed person. Rooted in deeply personal...
17) Immortals
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"In this epic tale of vengeance and destiny, power-mad King Hyperion ... threatens to destroy all of humanity on his maniacal quest to obtain the ultimate weapon - the legendary Epirus Bow that gives the power to unleash war on both Heaven and Earth. But Theseus..., a heroic young villager chosen by the gods, rises up to stop Hyperion's brutal rampage. With supernatural help from the beautiful oracle Phaedra..., Theseus embraces his destiny and leads...
19) The Odyssey
Series
Publisher
Digiview Productions
Pub. Date
c2006, c1988
Language
English
Description
"This animated version of the Homer classic brings us back in time to Ancient Greece. Cyclops's roam the land and Gods toy with humans as if they were pieces on a chess board. The story opens with Odysseus attempting to journey home at the end of the Trojan War. Before his voyage is over he will journey to several islands with unusual inhabitants. He encounters a Cyclops, a Sorceress, and the majestic but dangerous Sirens. Athena (the Goddess of war)...
Publisher
Distributed by Acorn Media
Pub. Date
2012 [©1988]
Language
English
Description
Bill Moyers and Joseph Campbell discuss the themes and roots of human myth which is seen as man's attempt to relate himself to the universe. Starting with various topics Campbell shows both how man creates his universe and is controlled by the myth he has created.
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