Whoopi Goldberg
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A comedian and a surgeon write a book together...
That might sound like the first line of a joke, but for anyone who's "of a certain age," they know that getting older is no laughing matter.
The Best Is Yet to Come is a pitch-perfect blend of Whoopi Goldberg's no-holds-barred humor, paired with the expert, sage wisdom of her coauthor, trailblazing orthopedic surgeon M.E. Hecht, MD.
Readers will encounter a broad range of topics, including but not...
Author
Description
A comedian and a surgeon write a book together....
That might sound like the first line of a joke, but for anyone who’s “of a certain age”, they know that getting older is no laughing matter.
The Best Is Yet to Come is a pitch-perfect blend of Whoopi Goldberg’s no-holds-barred humor, paired with the expert, sage wisdom of her coauthor, trailblazing orthopedic surgeon M.E. Hecht, MD.
Listeners will encounter a broad range of topics, including...
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Beloved by millions of children around the world, Elmo is an international icon. However, few people know the soft-spoken man behind the furry red monster: Kevin Clash. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg, 'Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey' follows Clash's remarkable career, while also offering a behind-the-scenes look at Sesame Street and the Jim Henson Workshop.
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Series
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He's curious; he's cuddly; he's everyone's favorite furry friend. Come along with Elmo and friends as they relive some of their favorite moments from Sesame Street. Whether he's performing a rousing dance number, explaining the difference between light and heavy, singing silly songs or clowning around with special guest star Whoopi Goldberg, Elmo's antics are sure to make you smile!
8) Sarafina!
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In a world where truth is forbidden, an inspiring teacher dares to instill in her students lessons not found in schoolbooks. In doing so, she challenges their freedom and hers. An upbeat and powerful story that will stir your emotions and make your spirits soar!
10) The Associate
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When Laurel hits the "glass ceiling" she quits her job confident she won't be out of work for long. Finding too many CEOs not taking her seriously, she invents a worldly, well-connected male "associate."
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When Madeline tries to stop thieves in The Louvre, she is accused of misbehavior and sent off to a London finishing school to improve her manners. While her friends strive to clear her name, Madeline uncovers a plot to steal the crown jewels and risks all of her progress toward “becoming a young lady” in order to foil the crooks.
13) Ghost
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Publisher
Paramount
Pub. Date
c2012
Description
A ghost teams up with a psychic to uncover the truth behind his murder--and to rescue his sweetheart from a similar fate.
15) The color purple
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
c2007
Description
The heart-wrenching story of a young black girl in the early 20th century who's forced into a brutal marriage and separated from her sister.
16) Sister act
Publisher
Distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2001]
Description
In this comedy a nightclub singer is forced to take refuge from the mob in a convent. While there she turns the convent choir into a soulful chorus complete with a Motown repertoire. The sudden celebrity of the choir jeopardizes her identity.
17) Rat race
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Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
c2001
Description
A casino tycoon gives six contestants a chance to win two million dollars in a race from Las Vegas to New Mexico.
18) Nobody's fool
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
Trying to get back on her feet, wild child Tanya looks to her buttoned-up, by-the-book sister Danica to help her get on track. As these polar opposites collide, with hilarious and sometimes disastrous results, Tanya discovers that Danica's picture-perfect life, including her mysterious boyfriend, may not be what it seems.
19) Till
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
Till is a profoundly emotional and cinematic film about the true story of Mamie Till Mobley's relentless pursuit of justice for her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till, who, in 1955, was lynched while visiting his cousins in Mississippi. In Mamie's poignant journey of grief turned to action, we see the universal power of a mother's ability to change the world.
20) Call me Claus
Publisher
Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2001
Description
Lucy is a cranky, volatile producer at a home shopping network in charge of hiring the station's on-air Santa Claus. The "real" Santa, who finds himself at the end of his 200-year contract, must convince Lucy that she is the perfect candidate to fill his shoes.