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Paintings and etchings of Rembrandt are used in revealing his life and career. Describes Rembrandt's early success as a fashionable portrait painter i...

This educational short shows how alcohol is produced and its effect on the human body.

The Ways of Water was made with the Earth Science Curriculum Project and the Environmental Studies Project of the American Geological Institute. A stu...

This Bip pantomime deals with his visit to a skating rink. Featuring Marcel Marceau.

A pine tree longs to be used for something.

Mickey thinks politeness is all that grownups think about. Lack of courtesy might not keep him from being elected President of the U.S., but a near ri...

A surprisingly-detailed instructional video on sailing a toy boat.

The terrifying tale of a fish with no air!

Illustrates techniques for emergency treatment of choking victims. Techniques are shown for adults, children, infants, self, and unconscious victims.

This film presents geographic and cultural aspects of Italy with an account of one family living on a small farm, who, unlike many Italians seeking mo...

This film from 1943 explains the mysteries of sound recording on film.

A short film explaining the difference between amphetamines and barbiturates in sometimes hilarious and often heartbreaking ways, through animation, s...

The film "Lewis and Clark" chronicles the historic expedition led by Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, beginning with their departure from St. Louis...

Clay retelling of an 11th-century Arabic folk tale about six blind men

Follows Chaucer's pilgrims on their way to Canterbury, telling stories as they ride. Chaucer's England (1958) Shows some background scenery taken in...

Explains strategy, movement of forces and important battles of the revolutionary war. Geographical, social and political factors which brought victory...

This film presents aspects of day-to-day life in Venice, a city that is most renowned for its historic sites and large tourist trade. It tells a story...

Explores the place of alcohol in American society and illustrates its chemical and physiological effects to pose questions about the responsible use o...

The film narrator describes the assimilation and merging of ancient customs into the 20th century celebration of Christmas as portrayed with well-craf...

The film portrays alcoholism as a mental health problem and as an illness that can respond to treatment. Demonstrates that the causes of this illness...