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Oh Happy Day

1987

Oh Happy Day

1987
Never before seen performances created for the musical explosion "Gospel" and hailed by the critics.
Grateful Dead: So Far

1987

Grateful Dead: So Far

1987
So Far is a music documentary video by the Grateful Dead. Directed by Jerry Garcia and Len Dell'Amico, it is intended to give a subjective view of the Grateful Dead experience. The soundtrack includes Dead song performances, largely from 1985. The visuals combine scenes of the band playing the songs, other Dead related material, computer animation, and found footage that has been altered and edited in various ways. So Far was released on VHS videotape and on laserdisc in 1987, and has a running time of 55 minutes.
The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball

1987

The Secret Policeman’s Third Ball

1987
5
When the British Amnesty shows finally resumed in 1987 after a six-year hiatus, the show format was retooled in an effort to take advantage of the growing number of rock musicians supporting Amnesty. Instead of the live show being primarily a comedy show with a few musical cameos, the event made a point of giving equal emphasis to the comedy and the music.
Dead Kennedys: The Early Years Live

1987

Dead Kennedys: The Early Years Live

1987
5.5
An overview of the early years--late 1970s, early 1980s--of San Francisco punk band Dead Kennedys, with clips from some of their live concerts and footage of landmark San Francisco locations of the punk music scene. Jello Biafra and The Dead Kennedys show why they're the kings of satire in 9 live early performances.
Barnum

1986

Barnum

1986
6.8
Barnum the musical traces Phineas Taylor Barnum's career from 1835 to 1881 when he joined James A. Bailey to form the circus which was called The Greatest Show on Earth. Barnum is a defender of "the noble art of humbug" with a philosophy, and has a free wheeling ambition to make a fortune. He buys the oldest woman in the world, named Joyce Heath, as a sideshow attraction. Barnum builds a museum of curiosities supported by his wife Charity, who would like him to settle down.
The Christmas Toy

1986

The Christmas Toy

1986
6.7
It's Christmas Eve and the playroom is alive with excitement for the new toys that will arrive the next day. Balthazar, the old and wise bear, explains to the other toys that they must welcome the newcomers even though each of them may be replaced as one of the children's new favorite toys.
Nutcracker: The Motion Picture

1986

Nutcracker: The Motion Picture

1986
6.5
In this Pacific Northwest Ballet performance, it is Christmas Eve and festivities are underway. Clara is excited when her godfather arrives with a bag full of gifts, one of which is an intriguing wooden nutcracker. That night, while the household sleeps, Clara visits the Christmas tree to inspect her nutcracker and soon finds herself immersed in a dream world both dark and enchanting.
True Stories

1986

True Stories

1986
6.7
A small but growing Texas town, filled with strange and musical characters, celebrates its sesquicentennial and converge on a local parade and talent show.
Peter, Paul and Mary: 25th Anniversary Concert

1986

Peter, Paul and Mary: 25th Anniversary Concert

1986
Famed folk artists Peter, Paul, and Mary celebrate their 25th anniversary in a live performance at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville.
Queen: Live at Wembley Stadium

1986

Queen: Live at Wembley Stadium

1986
8.4
One of the world's biggest bands returns to the scene of their Live Aid triumph (one year earlier in 1985) to play all their greatest hits in front of a packed Wembley Stadium.
Under the Cherry Moon

1986

Under the Cherry Moon

1986
5.5
Two friends from Miami are in the French Riviera enjoying life by scamming money off of rich women. One day, they read about a young woman set to inherit $50 million from her father. At first, Tricky has Christopher Tracy talked into romancing her for her money, but in getting to know her, Christopher falls in love with her. This love comes between the brothers, and Tricky tells about the plan.
Heavy Metal Parking Lot

1986

Heavy Metal Parking Lot

1986
6.8
Heavy Metal Parking Lot documents heavy metal music fans tailgating in the parking lot outside the Capital Centre (since demolished) in Landover, Maryland, on May 31, 1986, before a Judas Priest concert (with opening act Dokken).
Crossroads

1986

Crossroads

1986
7.4
A wanna-be blues guitar virtuoso seeks a long-lost song by legendary musician, Robert Johnson.
Madama Butterfly

1986

Madama Butterfly

1986
Opera at La Scala Milan
Maa Beti

1986

Maa Beti

1986
5
Unaware of her brother Raghunandan's evil plans, Laxmi ill-treats her stepchildren, causing them to run away. What follows after is a young girl’s transition to a woman battling for survival, her brother’s education, and to reconcile with her long lost family.
John Denver: Country Roads Live in England

1986

John Denver: Country Roads Live in England

1986
8
Fans continue to treasure the songs and performances of John Denver, one of the most popular recording artists of the 20th century. Before his death in 1997, Denver toured the world, landing in Birmingham, England, for the 1986 concert captured here. The sunny country star provides heartfelt renditions of many of his biggest hits, including "Take Me Home, Country Roads" and "Sunshine on My Shoulders."
A Chorus Line

1985

A Chorus Line

1985
6.2
A group of dancers congregate on the stage of a Broadway theatre to audition for a new musical production directed by Zach. After the initial eliminations, seventeen hopefuls remain, among them Cassie, who once had a tempestuous romantic relationship with Zach. She is desperate enough for work to humble herself and audition for him; whether he's willing to let professionalism overcome his personal feelings about their past remains to be seen.
Winter Evening in Gagry

1985

Winter Evening in Gagry

1985
6.3
A young romantic loves step dance but there is only one person who knows this forgotten art. Beglov was a step dance super star back in 50s but as step became unpopular he lost everything. He hates even this word - 'chechotka' (step dance). But somehow the young man convinces him to become his coach and manager.
Billy the Kid and the Green Baize Vampire

1985

Billy the Kid and the Green Baize Vampire

1985
5.9
Cocky cockney snooker player Billy Kid accepts the challenge of a grudge match from Maxwell Randall (the Green Baize Vampire), six times world champion; the loser will never play professional snooker again.
The Beach Boys: An American Band

1985

The Beach Boys: An American Band

1985
8
A biography of the American rock band The Beach Boys, with interviews, concert footage and clips from movies and television shows they appeared in.