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Les États-Unis, l'histoire jamais racontée
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Les Etats-Unis : superpuissance mondiale, terre de liberté, empire économique. Quels sont les événements qui ont contribué à écrire l’histoire de cette grande Nation ? Créée, produite et narrée par le réalisateur Oliver Stone, cette série documentaire dévoile l’histoire américaine de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale à nos jours comme elle ne nous a jamais été racontée : une oeuvre qui est le résultat d’un travail imposant de recherche et de documentation. L’histoire que les manuels nous racontent, relue et analysée avec des yeux différents, en se concentrant sur des événements notables, souvent négligés, et en remettant sur le devant de la scène des héros qui ont été oubliés.
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Oppenheimer, l'homme et la bombe
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J. Robert Oppenheimer a dirigé l'équipe de scientifiques qui a mis au point la bombe atomique. Le parcours de ce physicien de génie, tiraillé entre la nécessité de mettre au point cette arme et ses interrogations éthiques, est raconté notamment à travers des interviews d'experts et du réalisateur Christopher Nolan.
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The Trials of J. Robert Oppenheimer
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J. Robert Oppenheimer was a national hero, the brilliant scientist who during WWII led the scientific team that created the atomic bomb. But after the bomb brought the war to an end, in spite of his renown and his enormous achievement, America turned on him - humiliated and cast him aside. The question the film asks is, "Why?"
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Eleanor Roosevelt
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Eleanor Roosevelt

Jan 10, 2000
Eleanor Roosevelt struggled to overcome an unhappy childhood, betrayal in her marriage, a controlling mother-in-law, and gripping depressions — all the while staying true to her passion for social justice. This biography includes rare home movies, contemporary footage, and reflections from Eleanor’s closest surviving relatives, as well as biographers Blanche Wiesen Cook, Allida Black, and Geoffrey C. Ward, bringing to vibrant life one of the century’s most influential women.
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Backstage at the White House
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This unique glimpse into the private lives of our Presidents and their families showcases some of the most significant personal moments they have experienced. These instances have not only resonated with our emotions but have also elicited joy, creating lasting memories that highlight the humanity of these influential leaders.
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Inside the White House
7.3
Featuring behind-the-scenes footage and unprecedented access to its hallowed halls, this program from National Geographic takes viewers on an in-depth tour of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue -- the White House. Interviews with presidents and first ladies offer a revealing look at what goes into running that famous household, and White House employees give viewers a taste of the preparations involved in hosting a state dinner.
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FDR
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FDR

Oct 12, 1994

FDR

Polio at age 39, president at age 50. Explore the public and private life of a determined man who steered this country through two monumental crises: the Depression and World War II. FDR served as president longer than any other, and his legacy still shapes our understanding of the role of government and the presidency. A film by award winning filmmaker David Grubin. This is the second of four parts.
History
Mike Wallace is here
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Mike Wallace is here

Jul 26, 2019
Mike Wallace est le journaliste qui a inventé les interviews télévisées sans compromis et est devenu une icône de l'émission d'investigation d'actualité 60 minutes. Après presque un demi-siècle d'interviews, il prend la place de l'interviewé. Le film raconte l’histoire personnelle et professionnelle de Wallace - des montagnes russes abruptes - à travers des archives fascinantes de ses célèbres entretiens approfondis avec Martin Luther King, Richard Nixon, Barbara Streisand, Vladimir Poutine et beaucoup d’autres, ainsi que de certains de ses entretiens. Brillant et très drôle, Wallace n’a pas peur de l’honnêteté. Le film est un miroir intelligent et inquiétant du journalisme d’aujourd’hui.
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The United States in the 20th Century 1932-1940
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Presents the history of the U S from the inauguration of Franklin D Roosevelt to the eve of World War II, including the Great Depression and New Deal legislation designed to overcome it. Emphasizes events that had lasting effects on the nation, such as the Tennessee Valley Authority, the strengthening of organized labor and the growing power of the Federal government.. Continues the story of 20th century America from the inauguration of Franklin D. Roosevelt to the eve of World War II. Footage shows the Great Depression, strengthening of organized labor, Social Security Act and growing powers of the federal government.
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Women in Defense
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Women in Defense

Dec 24, 1941
Short documentary extolling the virtues and necessity for women to participate in America's preparation for war, showing women working in scientific, industrial, and voluntary-services activities. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2008.
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Intimate Portrait
4.5

Intimate Portrait

Oct 09, 2005
Intimate Portrait is a biographical television series on the Lifetime Television cable network focusing on different celebrities, which includes interviews with each subject. Among the people profiled were Grace Kelly, Natalie Wood, Carly Simon, Jackie Kennedy, Katharine Hepburn, Carol Burnett, Tanya Tucker, and Marla Maples.
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Une Autre histoire de l'Amérique
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Les États-Unis : superpuissance mondiale, terre de liberté, empire économique. Quels sont les événements qui ont contribué à écrire l'histoire de cette grande Nation ? Créée, produite et narrée par le réalisateur Oliver Stone, cette série documentaire dévoile l'histoire américaine de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale à nos jours comme elle ne nous a jamais été racontée : une oeuvre qui est le résultat d'un travail imposant de recherche et de documentation. L'histoire que les manuels nous racontent, relue et analysée avec des yeux différents, en se concentrant sur des événements notables, souvent négligés, et en remettant sur le devant de la scène des héros qui ont été oubliés. Une véritable révélation !
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The Bob Hope Show
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The Bob Hope Show

May 28, 1984
The Bob Hope Show hosted by Bob Hope, debuted on April 9, 1950. During the 1952-1953 season, NBC rotated with other variety shows in a Sunday night block known as "The Colgate Comedy Hour" (Sept. 1950 to Dec. 1955). Also known as, "The Chevy Show with Bob Hope." When the first special debuted in October of 1950 it was the most expensive television program made up to that point - costing an astronomical $1,500 a minute to produce. Bob Hope had his own television show and radio show at the same time. For the next three seasons, The Bob Hope Show was broadcast once a month on Tuesday nights, giving Milton Berle a week off. Bob ended his radio show in April, 1956. Bob Hope also had another show by a similar name, "The Bob Hope Show (All Star Revue)". In addition, he performed in "Specials" for many years. It is the longest running variety program in television's history with a record of 45 years of televised entertainment.
Comedy
The Ed Sullivan Show
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The Ed Sullivan Show

May 30, 1971
The Ed Sullivan Show is an American TV variety show that originally ran on CBS from Sunday June 20, 1948 to Sunday June 6, 1971, and was hosted by New York entertainment columnist Ed Sullivan. It was replaced in September 1971 by the CBS Sunday Night Movie, which ran only one season and was eventually replaced by other shows. In 2002, The Ed Sullivan Show was ranked #15 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Shows of All Time.
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What's My Line?
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What's My Line?

Sep 03, 1967
Four panelists must determine guests' occupations - and, in the case of famous guests, while blindfolded, their identity - by asking only "yes" or "no" questions.
Family
Premières Dames
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Premières Dames

Nov 22, 2020
Dans l'aile Est de la Maison Blanche parmi les décisions les plus importantes et impactantes de l'Histoire ont été prises, souvent dans le plus grand secret, par des Premières Dames complexes et charismatiques telles que Michelle Obama, Eleanor Roosevelt ou Betty Ford. Le moment est venu de lever le voile sur ces héroïnes énigmatiques...
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