Whoopi Goldberg
21) Mary Pickford
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Looks at the life of Mary Pickford, one of the most prolific actresses in history who was also extremely powerful as a producer and film mogul.
22) Moms Mabley
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Jackie "Moms" Mabley was an African-American stand-up comic and showbiz pioneer who emerged from the Chitlin' Circuit of African-American Vaudeville to become a mainstream star on the stage and TV. Mabley pushed the boundaries of comedy by tackling topics such as gender, sex, and racism, making her one of the first taboo-pushing comedians on the comedy circuit. Once billed as "The Funniest Woman in the World", she performed up until her death in 1975....
23) Ghost
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A man killed during a robbery gone wrong remains on Earth as a ghost because of his love for his girlfriend. He teams up with a psychic to uncover the truth behind his murder, and to rescue his sweetheart from a similar fate.
25) Mia & the Migoo
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Mia, a wild-haired young girl, sets off on an adventure to rescue her father. Along the way, she befriends the magical, shape-shifting forest spirits 'The Migoo,' and together they join forces to save a sacred tropical island from destruction.
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When Viola learns that her next asthma attack is likely to kill her, she sets out to fix her fractured family before she sets foot anywhere near the grave. Proudly choosing to keep her health issues a secret, she contends with sibling rivalry, teen pregnancy, and prescription drug addiction; and that's just one of her four kids.
28) Find your groove
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Stars and formative musicians speak to the power and importance of music in society. It shows how arts programs were essential for many stars.
30) Till
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Till is a profoundly emotional and cinematic film about the true story of Mamie Till Mobley's relentless pursuit of justice for her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till, who, in 1955, was lynched while visiting his cousins in Mississippi. In Mamie's poignant journey of grief turned to action, we see the universal power of a mother's ability to change the world.
31) The color purple
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The heart-wrenching story of a young black girl in the early 20th century who is forced into a brutal marriage and separated from her sister.
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When Odessa Cotter, a quietly dignified woman who works as a housekeeper for Miriam Thompson honors the 1955 Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott by walking an exhausting nine miles to and from work, Miriam offers her a ride. Defying both Miriam's racist husband and the powerful White Citizen's Council, Miriam and Odessa put their lives in danger for civil rights. Their shared experiences draw them closer as a deep respect and lasting friendship forms....
33) Big Stone Gap
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Ave Maria Mulligan has lived her whole life in tiny Big Stone Gap, a picturesque coal-mining town nestled in the hollers of southwestern Virginia. When she's not making deliveries from her family's pharmacy to far-flung neighbors, Ave Maria directs the annual outdoor drama festival, keeps chaste company with her longtime beau, Theodore, and exchanges good-natured barbs with local hunk Jack MacChesney.
34) Hero quest
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A fairy tale about a grand life journey of ten-year old boy Savva, devoted to help his mom and fellow village people to break free from the vicious hyenas.
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Veteran funnylady Joan Rivers hosts an honest look into the lives of the most famous women in comedy through personal, in-depth interviews. Some of the most talented female comics working today shed light on the courage, dedication, and passion that is required to be successful in a male-dominated scene.
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Sesame Street's 50th year is the perfect opportunity for a music and memory-filled special for the entire family. It's the biggest celebration ever on The Street, and lots of friends are on hand to share in the fun. But the celebration could be derailed if it's discovered that the iconic Sesame Street sign has mysteriously gone missing. It's up to some resourceful Muppets to try to find out what has happened to the sign and try to get it back without...
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"The Bremen Town musicians: The Brothers Grimm present the story of four over-the-hill yet spunky animals who decide it's never too late to start over. Join the dog, cat, rooster, and donkey in their comedic escapades as they decide to begin new lives as traveling musicians" -- container.
"Koi and the kola nuts: This humorous African folktale tells the story of Koi, the son of a chief who wants the villagers to honor him in a manner befitting his...