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"After their mother passes, three estranged siblings reunite to sort out her estate. Beth, the oldest, never left home. She stayed with her mom, caring for her until the very end. Nicole, the middle child, has been kept at arm's length due to her ongoing battle with a serious drug addiction. Michael, the youngest, lives out of state and hasn't been back to their small Wisconsin town since their father ran out on them seven years before. While going...
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Genevieve (Gwen) Kingston's mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer when Gwen was just three years old. Defying the odds, she lived another eight years, during which time she filled a chest with gifts and letters to Gwen and her brother, Jamie, for every major milestone and birthday through age thirty. The day Gwen got her driver's license. The day she graduated from high school. Gwen is now in her thirties and, when Did I Ever Tell You? begins,...
3) Good Boy!
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Thousands of years ago, dogs from the "dog star" Sirius came to colonize and dominate Earth. Lately, rumors have been spreading across the galaxy that the earth dogs may have strayed from their original mission, To solve this mystery, one interplanetary scout dog comes to Earth to investigate, and is quickly introduced to the unusual lifestyles of dogs on this planet. Adopted by a young boy, he is relunctantly drawn into a deep and lasting friendship...
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La compañera del rey león había tenido una sola cría que fue creciendo en un ambiente natural, y era la esperanza del reino para que lo gobernara en un futuro cuando su padre llegara a la vejez.Salía como de costumbre a jugar con sus amigos y mostraba mucha delicadeza, no le agradaba la brusquedad, por lo que fue objeto de burlas de los otros cachorros, lo que hizo que se apartara de ellos y se reuniera con las hembras, donde se encontraba a...
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"Discover the inspiring journey of love and learning in 'Raising Happy Children,' a book that offers valuable insights on how to raise happy children. Exploring key themes with wisdom and empathy, this work is an indispensable guide for parents seeking to cultivate an environment of positive and lasting growth for their children."
8) Welcome Home
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Welcome Home is the story of Perry, a famed writer who is battling writers block and decides to relocate to his old New York home – in hopes that getting back to his roots will help him come up with his next hit story. Upon his return, he finds that a mother and her children, with no other options, have broken into his apartment and have made it their home…As the emotional story of how this family came to be in his apartment unravels, the writer...
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Spanky, Alfalfa, Jackie, Farina, Wheezer, Buckwheat, Chubby, Stymie, Dickie, Mary, Petey & more in their funniest uncut episodes. A magic lamp causes havoc in "Shrimps for a Day". The gang helps Grandma foil a thief in "Fly My Kite". A fire truck race in "Hi Neighbor". Spanky has "Beginners Luck" on stage. Uncle George is mistaken for a hungry Wild Man in "Kid from Borneo" Yum, Yum, eat um up!
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This film celebrating the inspiring events of Jesus' last days is an adaptation taken directly from The New Testament. Cornelius is a Roman Centurion who, upon orders from the Apostle Thomas, is sent to proclaim the glories of Christ. Cornelius recounts the story of Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem, the Last Supper, the crucifixion, and his appearance before Mary Magdalene.
17) Curley
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Hal Roach, who no longer owned the rights to his "Our Gang" (aka The Little Rascals") creation, decided to "create" a similar gang of kids, to be known as "Curley and his Gang", and star them in feature-length films shot in Cinecolor. This film is the first effort, and is virtually a remake, with longer running time, of the 1930 "Our Gang" short, "Teacher's Pet."
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Are you ready to show your grandparents the depth of your love and appreciation in ways they'll never forget? In "50 Ways to Love Your Grandparents," acclaimed family therapist Dr. Sarah Cline offers a heartwarming guide to enriching one of life's most cherished relationships. With a blend of academic research and touching anecdotes, this book delves into the unique dynamics of grandparent-grandchild bonds, providing easy, practical ways to express...
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