Crowe, Russell 1964-Overview
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Master and commander the far side of the world
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28 editions published between 2003 and 2010 in English and French and held by 2,384 libraries worldwide During the Napoleonic Wars, a British frigate, the HMS Surprise, and the larger French warship, Acheron, stalk each other off of the coast of South America. Lucky Jack, as he is referred to by his crew, is well regarded by his men, who trust him implicitly, even after the first devastating battle and an apparent personal vendetta against the French captain. The ship's surgeon balances the violence of his chosen life with the quiet demeanor of the scientist. He is the captain's friend and confidant, the two frequently playing violin and cello duets together.
A beautiful mind
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5 editions published between 2002 and 2009 in English and held by 2,051 libraries worldwide Dramatic biography of John Nash, a mathematical genius, who made an astonishing discovery early in his career and stood on the brink of international acclaim. But the handsome and arrogant Nash soon found himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery. After many years of struggle, he eventually triumphed over his schizophrenia, and finally, late in life, received the Nobel Prize.
Gladiator
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5 editions published between 2000 and 2009 in English and Italian and held by 1,936 libraries worldwide The war against the Germans won, Emperor Aurelius chooses the victorious General Maximus as his successor to the Roman empire. Commodus, Aurelius' heir, is jealous of this and enslaves Maximus to the gladiatorial arenas.
Cinderella Man
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5 editions published between 2005 and 2006 in English and held by 1,905 libraries worldwide During the Great Depression, an everyday common-man hero, James J. Braddock was to become one of the most surprising sports legends in history. With the Depression going strong in the early 1930s, the impoverished ex-boxer was seemingly as broken-down and out-of-luck as the rest of the America. Driven by love and determination, he returned to the ring. He did not have much of a shot, but James was fueled by something beyond mere competition. He kept winning and suddenly, the ordinary working man became an icon who carried the hopes and dreams of the disenfranchised on his shoulders. Eventually, he rose through the ranks and went on to fight the heavyweight champ, the unstoppable Max Baer.
A beautiful mind
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50 editions published between 2001 and 2011 in 7 languages and held by 1,878 libraries worldwide Dramatic biography of John Nash, a mathematical genius, who made an astonishing discovery early in his career and stood on the brink of international acclaim. But the handsome and arrogant Nash soon found himself on a painful and harrowing journey of self-discovery. After many years of struggle, he eventually triumphed over his schizophrenia, and finally, late in life, received the Nobel Prize.
3:10 to Yuma
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10 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and Spanish and held by 1,765 libraries worldwide Arizona in the late 1800s. Infamous outlaw Ben Wade and his vicious gang of thieves and murderers have plagued the Southern Railroad. When Wade is captured, Civil War veteran Dan Evans, struggling to survive on his drought-plagued ranch, volunteers to deliver him alive to the train that will take the killer to trial. On the trail, Evans and Wade, each from very different worlds, begin to earn each other's respect. But with Wade's outfit on their trail, and dangers at every turn, the mission soon becomes a violent, impossible journey toward each man's destiny.
The insider
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24 editions published between 1999 and 2005 in 3 languages and held by 1,583 libraries worldwide When former executive Jeffrey Wigand is fired by his employer, one of the largest tobacco companies in America, Wigand agrees to become a paid consultant for a story by veteran 60 minutes producer Lowell Bergman, regarding alleged unethical practices within the tobacco industry. But what begins as a temporary alliance leads to a lengthy battle for both men to save their reputations and more.
American gangster
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7 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 1,553 libraries worldwide Based on a true story, American Gangster is the story of two men: Frank Lucas, former driver, bouncer, and collector for Bumpy Johnson, the so-called Robin Hood of Harlem; and Richie Roberts, night-school lawyer, detective, and honest cop. Frank is importing heroin direct from Bangkok--by-passing the Italian and Sicilian mafia--undercutting their prices, delivering superior product, and making a fortune. Richie, loathed by cops on the take for turning in a million bucks in unmarked bills found in a suspects car, is heading a newly formed Federal investigation force for narcotics, tasked with finding and arresting North American drug kingpins. These two men are destined to meet, a meeting that will change their lives.
Gladiator
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75 editions published between 2000 and 2010 in 8 languages and held by 1,461 libraries worldwide A Roman general refuses to transfer his loyalty to the new emperor, Commodus, and suffers the consequences, winding up as a gladiator in the Roman Colosseum.
Robin Hood
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11 editions published in 2010 in English and Italian and held by 1,450 libraries worldwide In 13th century England, Robin and his band of marauders confront corruption in a local village and lead an uprising against the crown that will forever alter the balance of world power. And whether thief or hero, one man from humble beginnings will become an eternal symbol of freedom for his people.
L.A. confidential
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4 editions published between 1997 and 2008 in English and held by 1,423 libraries worldwide Three detectives in the corrupt and brutal L.A. police force of the 1950s use differing methods to uncover a conspiracy behind the shotgun slaying of the patrons at an all-night diner. A tribute to tough film noir crime films.
State of play
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3 editions published in 2009 in English and held by 1,415 libraries worldwide A petty thief and a pizza deliveryman are gunned down in an alley. A US Congressman's assistant falls in front of a subway train - three seemingly unrelated deaths. The dead assistant was the chief researcher for Congressman Stephen Collins, spearheading hearings into the role of private security firm PointCorp. She was also his lover. Cal McAffrey, a rumpled, old-school metro reporter at the Washington Globe is covering the first story. He was Collins' college roommate, and had a brief affair with Anne, Collins' wife. Their personal history may be exploited, as Cal spies a conspiracy waiting to be uncovered. Teamed with aspiring young Globe political blogger Della Frye by his crusty editor, evidence begins to pile up, and new pieces start to fall into place. Leads are run down, supporting reporters are brought in, as Cal and Della work together in an attempt to connect the dots before the clock runs out. Cal will discover at least one truth: when fortunes are at stake, no one's integrity, love, or life is safe.
A good year
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11 editions published between 2006 and 2007 in English and German and held by 1,336 libraries worldwide Max Skinner is a ruthless, successful English investment broker with no time for life outside of his job. When his uncle dies, Max inherits the chateau and vineyard in the south of France where he grew up, but he then meets a potential rival to the inheritance, a young American who claims to be his illegitimate cousin. His first intention is to sell the vineyard as quickly as possible, but while spending time in Provence, Max "finds his soul when he loses his heart to a French beauty."
Body of lies
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12 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in 3 languages and held by 1,304 libraries worldwide CIA operative Roger Ferris is on a covert mission. He is working in Jordan and searching for terrorists who have been bombing civilian targets. Ferris uncovers information on the Islamist mastermind Al-Saleem. He devises a plan to infiltrate Al-Saleem's terrorist network with the help of his Langley boss, Ed Hoffman. Ferris enlists the help of the Chief of Jordanian Intelligence, Hani Salaam on this operation, but what he is not certain of is how far he can trust him without putting his life in danger. The uneasy alliance leads to a cultural and moral clash between the men.
The next three days
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12 editions published between 2010 and 2011 in English and Chinese and held by 1,118 libraries worldwide Violence, drug material, language, some sexuality and thematic elements.
L.A. confidential
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41 editions published between 1985 and 2010 in 4 languages and held by 999 libraries worldwide Three detectives in the corrupt and brutal L.A. police force of the 1950s use differing methods to uncover a conspiracy behind the shotgun slaying of the patrons at an all-night diner. A lush tribute to tough film-noir crime films.
Proof of life
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12 editions published between 2000 and 2009 in English and held by 848 libraries worldwide Rebels in a politically volitile Latin American country have kidnapped Alice Bowman's husband for ransom--$3 million. Terry Thorne is the hostage retrieval expert who becomes Alice's only hope in navigating a high-stacks game where terrorists value money over life.
Mystery, Alaska
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14 editions published between 1996 and 2005 in 3 languages and held by 738 libraries worldwide A remote, hockey-obsessed town populated by 633 of the most eccentric characters you'd ever want to meet, Mystery is the kind of place where nothing ever changes. But then life as they know it gets turned completely upside down when a publicity stunt brings the world-famous New York Rangers to Mystery for a game with the local team of weekend warriors and the whole town rises to meet the challenge of a lifetime.
Proof
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16 editions published between 1981 and 2004 in English and held by 477 libraries worldwide A game of power between a blind photographer, his possessive housekeeper and a new friend.
Virtuosity
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16 editions published between 1995 and 2006 in 4 languages and held by 433 libraries worldwide The movie features the struggle between a L.A. police officer and a dangerous, sadistic intelligent notorious killer, a virtual reality creation that has escaped cyberspace. more
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Action and adventure films Australia Biographical films Biography Boxers (Sports) Braddock, James J.--1905-1974 California--Los Angeles Crime Criminal behavior Detectives Drama Drug traffic Emperors Feature films Feature films Fiction films Film adaptations Film noir Film remakes Films for the hearing impaired Gangster films Gangsters Gladiators Great Britain Heroin industry Historical films History John,--King of England,--1167-1216 Lucas, Frank,--1930- Maid Marian (Legendary character) Man-woman relationships Mathematicians Napoleonic Wars (1800-1815) Nash, John F.,--1928- Navies--Officers New York (State)--New York New York (State)--New York--Harlem Outlaws Robin Hood (Legendary character) Rome Schizophrenics Television journalists Thrillers (Motion pictures) Tobacco industry Trials (Murder) United States Video recordings for the hearing impaired Video recordings--for the hearing impaired Western films Whistle blowing
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