Strange As It Seems: Bizarre True Stories On Film
2010 Documentary Not Rated
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A collection of rare and forgotten short subjects dealing with historical and unusual topics from the archives of film producer Sam Sherman.
The Fifty Year Barter: In 1865 President Lincoln attempts to purchase the Virgin Islands. Negotiations would stretch on for decades after his death.
Lafayette - Champion Of Liberty: The Marquis de Lafayette risks his life and fortune to help the American colonies win independence. This film features western star of the 1930s, Bob Allen.
The Mother: An imaginary episode woven around James McNeil Whistler's immortal painting. The noted Charles J. Van Enger was the cinematographer for this featurette.
The Alamo - Shrine Of Texas Liberty: In 1836, one-hundred eighty-three brave Texans, under the command of Colonel Travis, sacrificed their lives for the cause of liberty.
Black Giant: In Equador, a camera crew visits the dormant volcano Tungurahua, which astonishingly awakens from its 50 year sleep with a massive eruption.
Not Rated.
Released by Alpha Home Entertainment/Gotham. See more credits.