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Historic Travel US Visits to the Waterfront DVD
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From the thrills of Coney Island’s alluring beaches to the thunderous magnificence of the mighty Niagara Falls and the wonders of the world’s busiest harbors in Manhattan, this DVD provides a unique pictorial tour of three famous waterfronts.
Everything about Coney Island seems to carry a certain fascinating charm - from how it came to be called Coney Island to the thrills it had to offer. Some believe that the name Coney Island originated from Dutch names like "Konjn Kok" which later evolved to Coney. Others feel the conical shaped sand bars that form along the shoreline inspired sailors to call it Coney Island.
The completion in 1920 of the subway to New York City, which enabled millions of city's poorer citizens to reach the seaside resort for only five cents, ushered in an era that became known in Coney Island as the "Nickel Empire." It was significant because it transformed the resort by imposing the tastes and financial means of the masses. Where Coney was visited primarily by the rich in the 19th century and later by the middle class, who could both afford the island's food and entertainment, this new group was not always from the affluent type.
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For a nickel or a dime people could eat splendid food or enjoy many of the thrills on offer. This brought people to the island in thousands.
This DVD provides a glimpse of what it was like to be on the famous island in the 50s. It also enables you to have a close look at the magnificent natural wonder - the Niagara Falls and see what the famous Manhattan waterfront looked like in the early part of the 20th century.
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Coney Island, USA
This film captures the vibrant life on the famous Coney Island. It shows us how the deserted beaches in the morning become a beehive of activity by evening with thousands of fun-loving people streaming into the island to enjoy the thrilling games, scary rides great food. The island seems even more dazzling at nights with the scores of electric lights that light up the place up in a dazzling array of colors.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: N/A
Year: 1952
Length: 00:19:55
Audio: Mono
Color: COLOR
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Manhattan Waterfront
This film provides an extensive tour of the Manhattan waterfront with many fascinating shots of activities that make it one of the world’s busiest seaports. You will see powerful tugboats dwarfed by massive ships. Also seen is the world’s biggest wholesale seafood market. Towering skyscrapers overlooking the bay provide a striking contrast to the shanties that many less fortunate people lived in. Half sunken barges and abandoned boats tell the story of a port too busy to bother with things that cease to be useful. Several bridges that connect Manhattan to the mainland are shown while the narrator enlightens you with some mind-boggling statistics about these structures.
Sponsor: R.K.O. Radio Pictures
Producer: N/A
Year: NA
Length: 00:10:21
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Little Journeys to Niagara
This film provides an exhaustive view of the Niagara Falls and parts of Quebec. You will get to see the falls through the eyes of an amateur cameraman who has covered every possible angle in an attempt to provide a detailed documentation of this natural wonder. Also included, are some awe-inspiring shots of the gorge into which the water from the falls flow. A breathtaking trip across the gorge in an ancient Spanish cable car is also seen. The second part of the film shows various landmarks in the city of Quebec. These include the oldest home in the city, the Chateau Frontenac and the Plains of Abraham.
Sponsor: National Broadcasting Company (NBC)
Producer: NA
Year: NA
Length: 00:32:06
Audio: Silent
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Running Time:
DVD One : 01:07:32
EDITORIAL REVIEW:
"This fabulous DVD presents a scenic portrayal three waterfronts in an enthralling manner. It offers you a glimpse of what the famous Manhattan waterfront was like in the early part of the 20th century.
It helps you understand why New York was acknowledged as the world’s busiest port at the time. On a more serious note, the film presents a striking contrast between the elegant skyscrapers and the pitiable shanties that sprung up on the waterfront. The message the producer wishes to convey is quite clear - the shanties must go! The scenes of powerful tugboats chugging along the harbor are delightful as are those of fishing vessels unloading their catch.
That Coney Island was the place where everybody wished to be is pretty evident in the clip entitled Coney Island, U.S.A.
Although shot by an amateur, the clips on Niagara Falls are simply outstanding, not so much for the quality of filming, which isn’t too bad, but for the enthusiasm the clip carries and conveys. The falls are covered from every possible vantage point and the shots of historic places of tourist interest on the Canadian side provide a valuable peep into Canadian History.
This is a fascinating travelogue on three of the United States’ most famous waterfronts and one that should not be missed by anybody who fancies adventure, or simply loves collecting historical DVDs."
CUSTOMER'S REVIEWS:
"I recall visiting Coney Island as a child and this DVD evoked memories of that unforgettable trip. The place was marvelous. I witnessed personally, the metamorphosis of the island as the day progressed. By early afternoon, the whole beach was filled with sunbathers and swimmers. I remember the thrilling rides and the food, which though cheap was among the best I’ve tasted. Sadly it was my last trip with dad. The Second World War took him away from me forever soon after. Thanks a2zcds for helping me relive those glorious moments, although I wish Dad were there to view the DVD with me."
Customer's Name : Gloria Pricer (Richmond Hill, New York)
"One of my unfulfilled dreams has been to take a trip to the Niagara Falls. This wonderful DVD came very close to helping me fulfill this dream. I am yet to see such a complete coverage of the falls and the surrounding tourist attractions as this one. The falls are seen from all angles and though there is no audio, you can almost hear the thunderous roar of thousands of tons of water hitting the rocks below, and feel the cool mists as it lazily drifts past. I owe everybody at a2zcds a debt for this wonderful presentation."
Customer's Name : Marker Denzel (Rochester, New York)
Historic Travel US Visits to the Waterfront DVD
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General Packaging Description:
Our professionally-produced DVDs are shipped in retail Amaray style DVD cases just like you would find in a store. These beautifully packaged DVDs make great gifts and are themselves works of art. While we offer some of the best prices anywhere, we have never sacrificed quality for price.
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System requirements:
Computer: Pentium II, 300mhz, 64mb RAM, DVD-ROM, compatible video and sound card.
Player: NTSC compatible DVD player, standard TV.
Region: All players, irrespective of region
NOTE ON COMPATIBILITY: While our DVDs are designed for optimal playback for all home DVD players, it is possible that some older systems will have trouble playing our DVDs. Although rare, it is worth mentioning. If this occurs you will receive a full refund.
Given that some of these videos are extremely old and their original audio quality is not very good, we have tried to improve it to the best possible quality. However, due to their inherent quality problems, you might still have a few instances where the audio is of a slightly lower volume.
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