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"MY GENERATION" UPDATE
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Born on the Fourth of JulyBorn on the Fourth of July
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Tom Cruise does a fine job playing a soldier in Vietnam, dealing with the aftermath and seeing a family torn apart.
Woodstock: Music from the Original Soundtrack and MoreWoodstock: Music from the Original Soundtrack and More by Various Artists
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Peace and love ended at the most famous rock festival and crashed at Altamont. Woodstock is the ultimate classic rock ( various artists ) album.
JFK (Special Edition Director's Cut) - Oliver Stone CollectionJFK (Special Edition Director's Cut) - Oliver Stone Collection
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The movie raised alot of questions, but no definitive answer. Great acting with Kevin Costner and a allstar cast.
The Complete Monterey Pop Festival - Criterion CollectionThe Complete Monterey Pop Festival - Criterion Collection
Buy new: $31.99 / Used from: $44.00
The first big rock festival finally gets its just due in expanded form. Outstanding music, hip clothes, flowers in your hair and multi-colored cars. The film & sound quality gets a 75 % improvement.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (Two-Disc Special Edition)One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest (Two-Disc Special Edition)
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Jack Nicholson gets my vote for the top male actor of his generation. He was in peak form at this insane asylum.
In the BedroomIn the Bedroom
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Same for Sissy Spacek. The ex-flower child scrapped her singing career and went about her business from misfit "Carrie" to ice maiden "In The Bedroom". She's done it on her terms, not Hollywood.
By George: The Autobiography of George ForemanBy George: The Autobiography of George Foreman by George Foreman
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A very good book for non-boxing fans, as well as sports junkies. George explains the real reason he waved the flag in the 1968 Olympics. An American success story.
The Who - Thirty Years of Maximum R&B Live [VHS]The Who - Thirty Years of Maximum R&B Live [VHS]
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Rock meets a circus. The video looks back at their great live performances and individual group members. Deep, honest and no holds barred.
MLK:MARTIN LUTHER KING TAPESMLK:MARTIN LUTHER KING TAPES by MARTIN LUTHER JR. KING
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The famous speeches including "I Had A Dream", "Mountaintop" and a eulogy by Bobby Kennedy, a few weeks before he passed away.
Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice [VHS]Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice [VHS]
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Exploration of sexual freedom among couples. Hey it's the 60's, anything goes.
Electric LadylandElectric Ladyland by The Jimi Hendrix Experience
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In the rock guitar catagory, there's Hendrix than the rest. Jimi's versatility and true talent shines on "Electric Ladyland".
Ball FourBall Four by Jim Bouton
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America's national past time was not all apple pie. Jim Bouton blows the whistle on the ball players, athletes use of drugs and hits below the belt.
The Doors (Special Edition)The Doors (Special Edition)
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The real story is Jim Morrison let his own band members down by being unreliable. The truth comes out on the big screen. Val Kilmer has "The Lizard King" down pat.
The Graduate (Special Edition)The Graduate (Special Edition)
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Dustin Hoffman is seduced by an older woman, then in the spirit of the 60's moves on to her daughter. The dramatic ending is an emotional roller coaster that holds up well today.
AliAli
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Will Smith does some fine acting, unfortunately the script is lousy. "The Greatest", as Ali playing himself is the better flick.
4 Way Street4 Way Street by Crosby Stills Nash & Young
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The whole world was watching at the 1968 Democratic Convention. The song "Chicago" was dedicated to the mayor at the time - Richard Daly.
American GraffitiAmerican Graffiti
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A fun movie about high school kids graduating and facing adulthood in a small California town in 1962. Excellent early years rock and roll includes nostalgic comments by DJ Wolfman Jack.
The Big ChillThe Big Chill
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Ex-college friends have an interesting reunion. A stellar cast, classic one-liners and good soundtrack make for an enjoyable movie.
Capricorn One [VHS]Capricorn One [VHS]
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Man first walked on the moon in 1969 or did they? "Capricorn One" shows how easily it could have been staged.
Jefferson AirplaneJefferson Airplane by Jefferson Airplane
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"The Airplane" had their best tour in 1989 to the delight of long time fans. 60,000 plus showed up for the last flight at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. The CD gets a 4 1/2 star.
Instant ReplayInstant Replay by Jerry Kramer
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The best football book ever written. Jerry Kramer talks about the love, anger and passion playing for coach Vince Lombardi.
Easy RiderEasy Rider
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Hippie bikers roam America in the 60's and are not embraced by the establishment. Great scenery and a shocking ending .
Woodstock: Lost Performances [VHS]Woodstock: Lost Performances [VHS]
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There were alot of other great performances that didn't make the cut for the movie, especially Melanie's brilliant solo in the rain. A very good follow up to the original.
The Collected Country Joe & the FishThe Collected Country Joe & the Fish by Country Joe & the Fish
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Students from California Berkeley to Kent State challenged American politics. Groups like Country Joe and The Fish carried the message on vinyl - "I Feel Like I"m Fixin To Die Rag".
FlashbackFlashback
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An excellent comedy about a baby boomer who refuses to change and a F.B.I. agent from the next generation with a "By The Book" mentality.
The '60s Rock ExperienceThe '60s Rock Experience by Various Artists
Buy new: $29.47 / Used from: $29.00
Cleaned up sound makes for a great collection.