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1) Call Jane
Pub. Date
2022
Description
Chicago, 1968. As the city and the nation are on the brink of political upheaval, suburban housewife Joy and her husband and daughter are living the all-American dream. But Joy's tranquil world is shattered when her life-threatening pregnancy forces her to navigate a medical establishment unwilling to help. This impossible situation leads Joy to the 'Janes,' an underground network providing the only available alternative, helmed by fierce advocates...
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A group of six friends, in Sacramento, gather to distract themselves from loss - a newly dumped Sylvia, Prudie's repressed disappointment, and Jocelyn, who has a life of unrealized dreams. All are devoted Jane Austen fans, except the lone man, Grigg, who has an ulterior motive for joining the chick-lit gang. There's plenty of pride (Prudie), prejudice (Jocelyn), sense (Sylvia), and sensibility...
Pub. Date
2015
Description
As the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has only a single remaining vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for two fresh arrivals - Sonny pursues his expansionist dream of opening a second hotel.
"It's the kind of movie that provides a perfect answer for when your mother or grandmother calls you up and asks, 'What should I go see with the girls after our weekly canasta game?"--Entertainment Weekly
"...a joy to watch..."--Toronto Star
"...a rare, optimistic...
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Pub. Date
[2000]
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In House of Dreams, two aristocratic families, one English, one Spanish, have been tragically destined to come together time and again over the centuries. Cassandra de Warenne spends her days in a quiet English manor, looking after her young niece, while her sister Tracey lives the glamorous life of a jet-setter. When Cass meets Tracey's newest conquest, Antonio de la Barca, she isn't prepared for the intense and immediate attraction - an attraction...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Seven-year-old Juan, abandoned by his parents, lives with his grandmother in Guatemala. Because his family is so poor, his grandmother puts him to work. But when his dream of going to school comes true, Juan turns out to be a brilliant student who makes his grandmother proud.
Pub. Date
[1998]
Description
Rethinking Columbus: the next 500 years, edited by Bill Bigelow and Bob Peterson is a resource guide for teachers and community activists which includes 90 essays, poems, short stories, interviews, historical vignettes, and lesson plans that re-evaluate the legacy of Columbus.
9) Fame
Description
The inspiring story of a group of dancers, singers, musicians, and actors at the New York City High School of Performing Arts, and their spirited drive to live out their dreams of stardom. In an incredibly competitive atmosphere, each student must shine amidst the tumult of school work, deep friendships, budding romance, and self-discovery. Featuring over 15 minutes of thrilling dance footage you couldn't see in theaters. Bonus features included.
"...I'm...
Pub. Date
2019
Description
An animated film inspired by the Playmobil brand toys. When her younger brother vanishes into the colorful and animated world of Playmobil, Marla is compelled to abandon her organized and structured life to rescue him. Finding herself on an amazing and unpredictable escapade within this new world, Marla begins to see the potential of which she had never dreamed.
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Goal! volume 1
Pub. Date
c2005
Description
While growing up on the tough streets of Los Angeles, Santiago's greatest joy is playing soccer. So it is a dream come true when a British scout sees him playing in the park and offers him a trial with one of England's top Premiership clubs. Determined to succeed, Santiago leaves behind his struggling family and his modest home, and flies halfway around the world to give it his best shot.
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Pub. Date
2003.
Description
En este libro ilustrado para niños, el títere Elmo de Sesame Street sueña que es un animal. Puede compartir sus aventuras con sus amigos en el zoológico.
Elmo of Sesame Street sometimes dreams that he is an animal. He can share his adventures with his friends at the zoo.
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
In acclaimed director Edgar Wright's psychological thriller, Eloise, an aspiring fashion designer, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie. But the glamour is not all it appears to be and the dreams of the past start to crack and splinter into something far darker.
15) La La Land
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles. Struggling actress Mia (Emma Stone) and aspiring jazz pianist Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) begin a whirlwind romance as they both pursue their dreams in Los Angeles. However, their blossoming relationship is challenged when their careers pull them in different directions.
A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles. This original musical about everyday life explores the joy...
Description
See the real story behind the lion king--at least from Timon and Pumbaa's perspective. The truth will be exposed about some "passed" events - such as when King Mufasa introduced his young heir to the animal kingdom. Reveals the true hullabaloo behind their departures from the meerkat and warthog 'hoods. Tag along as the two buddies from the brush search for their dream home, share their joys and trials as they raise young Simba using the "Hakuna Matata"...
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Pub. Date
[2012]
Description
"Aun recuperandose de los secretos de familia recien descubiertos, Joy se escapa a Shanghai para encontrar a su padre biologico, el artista ZG Li. Deslumbrada por el, y cegada por el idealismo y la rebeldia, Joy se lanza a una nueva sociedad en la China Roja, haciendo caso omiso de los peligros del regimen comunista. Devastada por la fuga de Joy y llena de miedo por su seguridad, Pearl esta decidida a salvar a su hija. Desde la amontonada ciudad a...
18) Step Up: All In
Pub. Date
2014
Description
In the next exciting chapter of the international phenomenon STEP UP, all-stars from previous installments come together in glittering Las Vegas, battling for a victory that could define their dreams and their careers.
"The dancing is the star of any of these movies, and Sie knows when to get out of the way and let it do the heavy lifting."--Entertainment Weekly
"The film has a muscled buoyancy and thrilling, joyful spectacles that make the fifth...
19) Phat Girlz
Pub. Date
c2006
Description
Jazmin is a sassy, tart, talented, and plus-size woman who lives in a world that insults and rejects her because she's fat - or is the emotional abuse she heaps on herself the real problem? She is a department store employee with fashion designer dreams who has created a designer line for full-figured ladies, but flounders until she wins a Palm Springs vacation. There she meets a handsome Nigerian doctor named Tunde. He cherishes Jazmin's full figure...
20) La La Land
Pub. Date
[2017]
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Description
A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles. This original musical about everyday life explores the joy and pain of pursuing dreams.
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