S. Epatha Merkerson
1) Maniac Magee
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Language
English
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From the Publisher: He wasn't born with the name Maniac Magee. He came into this world named Jeffrey Lionel Magee, but when his parents died and his life changed, so did his name. And Maniac Magee became a legend. Even today kids talk about how fast he could run; about how he hit an inside-the-park "frog" homer; how no knot, no matter how snarled, would stay that way once he began to untie it. But the thing Maniac Magee is best known for is what he...
Author
Language
English
Description
#1 New York Times bestselling author Terry McMillan's exuberant return to the four unforgettable heroines of Waiting to Exhale.
Waiting to Exhale was more than just a bestselling novel—its publication was a watershed moment in literary history. McMillan's sassy and vibrant story about four black women struggling to find love and their place in the world touched a cultural nerve, inspired a blockbuster...
Waiting to Exhale was more than just a bestselling novel—its publication was a watershed moment in literary history. McMillan's sassy and vibrant story about four black women struggling to find love and their place in the world touched a cultural nerve, inspired a blockbuster...
Publisher
Universal Studios
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Joining Detective Mike Logan (Noth) and his dedicated colleagues who investigate and prosecute crime is a powerful lineup of guest stars, including Regina Taylor, Edie Falco, Gina Torres and John Cameron Mitchell. Ripped from today's headlines, Law & order is the gripping phenomenon that will captivate you again and again!
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
Lazarus is an extremely religious man who is broken hearted after his wife leaves him for his own brother. Rae is the town slut, apparently afflicted with the "disease" of uncontrollable nymphomania. After a night of hard partying and sleeping around, Rae, is beaten up and left by the roadside near Lazarus' house. Lazarus takes her in and chains her to his radiator while trying to "cure" her insatiability. Eventually, the two become friends and help...
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
Three women's lives share a common core. They have all been profoundly affected by adoption. At age fourteen, Karen placed a baby for adoption, and has been haunted ever since by the daughter she never knew. Elizabeth grew up as an adopted child. Even though she is a bright and ambitious lawyer, she is a flinty loner in her personal life. Lucy and her husband are just embarking on the adoption odyssey, hoping for the opportunity to become parents....
7) Radio
Publisher
Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
The story of the relationship between a prominent high school football coach in a small South Carolina town and the illiterate, mentally-challenged man nicknamed Radio whom he mentors. Although their friendship raises some eyebrows at first, Radio's growth under the coach's guidance ultimately inspires the local townsfolk.
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
This group of dedicated men and women of the NYPD and the NYC District Attorney's Office take on more cases that deal with everything from explosive race relations to poisonous blood relations. From a corrupt police officer making a deal to potential FBI cover-ups; apparent suicides to investigating a movie executive's murder.
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
In New York City, when a crime is committed, the victims are represented by two distinct yet intertwined forces. There's the police department, represented by the 27th precinct Homicide Detectives. It is their job to investigate the crime, collect evidence, and interview witnesses. Suspects are placed under arrest. The matter is then taken over by the prosecutors of the Manhattan District Attorney's office.
Publisher
Real Women Make Waves
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Hoping to reclaim who she was before marriage and children; an empty nester (Karen Allen) retreats to Cape Cod where she embarks upon a quest to set herself free. Combines Joan Anderson's first three books into a moving film." --
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Executive producer Dick Wolf delivers the latest installment of the compelling Chicago franchise, an emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors, nurses, and staff who hold it together. Crossing paths with familiar faces from Chicago P.D. and Chicago Fire, this third team of Chicago heroes take on cases inspired by topical events while forging fiery relationships in the...
13) Fair Hope
Publisher
Shami Media Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Examines a little known aspect of African American history, when newly freed slaves throughout the South formed benevolent societies to respond to abject hunger, illness and the fear of a pauper's grave. But with time 'The Fair Hope Benevolent Society' eventually struggles with a gradual loss of tradition." --
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Continues to chronicle the daily life-and-death battles of Chicago's elite medical professionals as they navigate challenging medical emergencies and intense personal drama. In last season's cliffhanger finale, Dr. Will Halstead got down on one knee and proposed to Dr. Natalie Manning, but will the two ever make it down the aisle? --
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
ADA Alexandra Borgia and Detective Joe Fontana, take on cases involving a grim sterilization campaign, post-partum psychosis and a death so disturbing to Lieutenant Van Buren that she flirts with perjury in the name of justice the legacy from esteemed producer Dick Wolf continues with this sixteenth season of television's longest-running crime series.
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
"In New York City, when a crime is committed, the victims are represented by two distinct yet intertwined forces. There's the police department, represented by the 27th precinct Homicide Detectives. It is their job to investigate the crime, collect evidence, and interview witnesses. Suspects are placed under arrest. The matter is then taken over by the prosecutors of the Manhattan District Attorney's office"--
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Following his character's series of personal tragedies, Benjamin Bratt says goodbye to Detective Reynaldo 'Rey' Curtis. This must-own, five-disc collection of the entire ninth season includes the crossover episode 'Sideshow: Part Two.' Dick Wolf brings you all 24 episodes featuring gripping cases and compelling guest stars.