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Based on the publishing phenomenon, Percy Jackson and other young demigods continue to fight, but this time in the sea, to fulfill their destinies. To save their world, Percy and his friends must find the fabled and magical Golden Fleece. Embarking on a treacherous odyssey into the uncharted waters of the Sea of Monsters (known to humans as the Bermuda Triangle), they battle terrifying creatures, an army of zombies, and the ultimate Evil.
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Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok, the destruction of his homeworld and the end of Asgardian civilization, at the hands of an all-powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela.
3) Hercules
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Taken from the gods as a newborn and adopted on earth, Hercules is just an awkward pillar of strength trying to fit in. What he wants most is to impress his father Zeus. When Hercules discovers Hades' sinister plot to take over Mount Olympus, he goes from zero to hero and, with the help of his pals Pegasus and Phil, discovers that real strength comes from the heart!
4) Thor
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When the arrogant warrior Thor is banished to Earth from his homeworld of Asgard, he must fight to reclaim his lost powers. Pursued by an invasion force sent to destroy him, the fallen God of Thunder must rise to the battle and learn what it takes to become a true hero.
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The Water Horse is a sweeping epic rooted in one of the most enduring and intriguing legends of our time. Set in the desolate landscape of the Scottish Highlands during World War II, The Water Horse tells the story of Angus, a 12-year old boy who anxiously awaits the return of his father who is serving in the military overseas. Spending his days exploring the shores of a nearby loch, he stumbles across a mysterious egg. Taking it home he watches as...
6) Nature myths
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The ancient Greeks were fascinated by nature, and their storytellers created tales to explain natural phenomena. In this video, students learn the mythical rationale for the cycle of the seasons through the myth of Persephone and how the narcissus flower was named for a mythical vain young man. Kids also learn the story of Helios, the sun god and how the Greeks explained the presence of deserts, volcanoes and ice caps on the earthly landscape.
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The oldest heroic epic in Greek mythology, the tale of Jason and his crew of Argonauts sets the pattern for all the hero myths that followed. Jason & the golden fleece is the tale of an epic voyage filled with dangers and pitfalls that serve as a test of Jason's bravery, intelligence and physical strength. Join Jason on his ship, the Argo, as he embarks on an impossible quest to retrieve the magical skin of a golden ram, and in the process defeats...
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"In Greek mythology, brave Odysseus ruled the kingdom of Ithaca with his clever and beautiful queen Penelope. After leading his troops to victory in the Trojan War, this revered hero began a long and treacherous journey home--an "odyssey" recounted in Homer's epic poem of the same name. In The Journeys of Odysseus, students discover how Odysseus learned to overcome adversity and his own weaknesses in his adventures with the dreaded Cyclops, the mischievious...
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Join Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman on their quest to separate fact from fiction as they challenge commonly held beliefs. Throughout this popular series from the Discovery Channel, they debunk urban legends using modern-day science mixed with good-natured fun to separate the real ... from the really out there.
11) Perseus & Medusa
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"The ancient Greeks believed that their lives were controlled by fate. But how a person arrived at his or her destiny was another matter. Both free will and the influence of the gods played major roles in shaping a person's life. Case in point - Perseus's tale is that of a young man who struggles to fulfill his own fate with the help of the powerful goddess Athena. Perseus & Medusa chronicles this hero's quest to pursue the head of a hideous Gorgon...
13) The Trojan War
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Retells some of the scenes from Homer's Iliad, which depicts the exploits of the Greeks and Greek gods during the Trojan War. Discusses the judgment of Paris (which led to the conflict), the beauty of Helen, the fatal weakness of brave Achilles, and the mystery of the Trojan Horse.
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The all-powerful Monkey King once roamed freely between Heaven and Earth, but after angering the gods, he was imprisoned within an ice cage deep within the mountains. Five hundred years later, monsters attack a small village and a child flees to the mountains. Unknowingly, the child releases the Monkey King from his curse. With help and encouragement from this special child, Monkey King must now save the village from the evil Mountain Lord and his...
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Greek mythology for students volume 3
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The myths of ancient Greece were passed down over thousands of years, often changing over time. These legendary tales revolved around a family of immortal gods who, while incredibly powerful, had some very human characteristics. In this program, students will observe the creation of the universe from chaos, learn how Zeus became the king of the gods. This video provides an overview of the major characters in Greek mythology and sheds light on their...
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Recounts a few of the tales that the ancient Greeks and Romans composed around star formations as they searched for clues about life here on Earth. Presents the tale of the great hunter Orion and explains his placement in the heavens, along with his faithful hunting dogs and the animals he hunted, and who hunted him. In addition, students learn of the origins of the bear constellations Ursa Major and Ursa Minor, and of the vanity that put a queen...
18) Vampire secrets
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Uncover the ancient folkloric origins of blood-craving creatures from beyond the grave. Learn how the vampire myth is strongly rooted in Eastern European lore, but how it has also played a role in the ancient cultures of Greece and China as well.
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"Theseus was a mortal who got very little help from the gods. Yet, because he left the comfort of his village to take on a life of great challenges, danger and tremendous responsibility, Theseus is widely considered one of the most popular of the ancient heroes. Theseus & the Minotaur charts the adventures of this heroic character - from his rise out of obscurity all the way to the throne of Athens. Viewers join Theseus as he makes his heroic decision...
20) Troy
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In 1193 B.C., Prince Paris, the son of the King of Troy falls in love with Helen, the wife of the king of Sparta, and convinces her to follow him away from her husband, Menelaus. The result is an epic war in which the Greeks sail to Troy and lay siege. Achilles, the greatest warrior in all the world, is called in to fight against Troy and give Greece the upper hand. Hector, the eldest son of Priam, King of Troy, and the greatest Trojan warrior, embodies...
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