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    A Delicate Game
    A footballer dies of dementia, younger than he should A 14-year old-rugby player is told to play on through multiple blows. He never wakes up from the last one A scientist reveals a pattern of brain disease in NFL players and is discredited A survivor of domestic abuse can't remember details when standing up in courtFrom the creator of the award-winning podcast A Beautiful Brain.This is the story of the degenerative brain disease, Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), concussive and sub-concussive trauma. It is also a story of power, of science and sport, and of the bodies that society deems worth sacrificing. It is an investigation that explores the truth about concussion in sport and beyond it, from the social dynamics that send young men into violent sports, to the scientists searching for truth and the families living with consequences. This story belongs to those families. A Delicate Game explores the passion and fury of sport, truth and justice, violence against women, privilege, love, greed, hope and redemption. It's going to change the way you think about sport forever.Reviews'Moving...persuasive...timely...absorbing...well-researched...required reading' Sunday Times'Hana Walker-Brown is a powerful new voice in narrative non-fiction. A Delicate Game is sensitive, crushing, vivid and unforgettable' Will Storr'A Delicate Game is a beautifully written, deeply moving and absolutely mind-blowing read. Hana Walker-Brown gives such deep insights that it often feels like you are right next to her in her encounters, privileged enough to be listening. A Delicate Game combines excellent investigative reporting with a uniquely passionate voice that is calling for immediate action. Everyone should read this book!' - Julia Ebner'Sharp, smart and vital. Walker-Brown is a super duper mega talent' - Anneka Harry'It is hard to summarise the level of skill required to execute a multifaceted book like this. A book with real depth that will stay with me for a long time. The literary world of investigative journalism has just gained a new talent'Dr Sophie MortPraise for The Beautiful Brain'Thoughtful, compelling and frequently hard-hitting, The Beautiful Brain is a powerful cri-de-Coeur against an industry failure to protect those who keep it afloat' - Fiona Sturgess, Financial Times 'A lovely and painful listen. Lovely because of the care and tenderness Walker-Brown puts into her work; painful because of the subject matter. The Beautiful Brain is essential listening' - Miranda Sawyer, Observer'I can't stop thinking about its core message - the breadth or argument and depth of detail are remarkable" - Gillian Reynolds, Sunday Times 'It's gripping and essential - if often overwhelmingly poignant and righteously enraging, as much a call-to-arms as a piece of investigative journalism' - Esquire'Hana's attention to detail and storytelling skills have created something that is having and will continue to have a lot of impact' - Halina Haag, PHD Researcher and Brain Trauma Survivor'A simple thank you is not reflective of the impact of this story, and it's delivery' - Jodie Marshall, Canadian Council for First Aid Education and British Red Cross
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    Bret Maverick,Vol.2
    Nach Jahren der Wanderschaft ist der Abenteurer und Berufsspieler Bret Maverick sesshaft geworden. In dem kleinen Städtchen Sweetwater hat er sich eine Ranch sowie die Teilhaberschaft an einem Saloon gekauft . Sein Partner ist der ehemalige Sheriff Tom Guthrie, den die Bürger gerade aus dem Amt gewählt haben. Sein Nachfolger ist der junge, ehrgeizige Mitchell Dowd und dessen Deputy, der unfähige Sturgess. Mavericks Ranch verwaltet der energische Cy Whittaker. Die Fotografin Mary Lou Springer gib
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    Upside Down
    Ein Universum jenseits unserer Vorstellungskraft: zwei verbundene und doch getrennte Planeten. Der eine oben, der andere unten - der eine arm, der andere reich. Allen Widrigkeiten zum Trotz verliebt sich der romantische Adam (Jim Sturgess) aus der armen unteren Welt in Eden (Kirsten Dunst), das Mädchen von oben. Es gibt allerdings ein Problem: Kontakte zwischen den Bewohnern der ungleichen Welten sind verboten. Doch Adam will sich damit nicht abfinden und ist fest entschlossen, die Gesetze der S
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    J.T. LeRoy
    Kristen Stewart stars in the fascinating true story of Savannah Knoop, a young woman tapped to pretend to be the public face of J.T. LeRoy, the male literary persona used by her brother's novelist girlfriend, Laura Albert (Laura Dern). Though reluctant, Savannah is drawn into the charade, keeping it going even as Hollywood actress Eva (Diane Kruger) becomes interested in adapting one of Albert's books into a film. Jim Sturgess, Courtney Love co-star, based on the real-life Knoop's memoir. 109 min. Widescreen, Soundtrack: English DTS HD 5.1 Master Audio, Subtitles: English (SDH), Spanish.
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    Electric Slide/BD
    Sein Rekord: 64 Banken in 9 Monaten. Antiquitäten-Händler Eddie Dodson (Jim Sturgess) begeht eine Serie von Banküberfällen und stürz sich in ein Leben auf der Flucht. Nach einer wahren Begebenheit.
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    Close to the Enemy
    Close To The Enemy, Season 1In the immediate aftermath of WWII, intelligence officer Callum Ferguson (Jim Sturgess, Across the Universe) must complete his last task for the British Army: convince captured German scientist Dieter Koehler (August Diehl, Inglourious Basterds) to develop a jet engine for the British government. As Callum tries to woo Dieter to his cause, he also contends with his younger brother's (Freddie Highmore, Bates Motel) psychological trauma from the war--and fights his attraction to his best friend's fiancee (Charlotte Riley, Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell). But while Callum and Dieter develop an unlikely friendship, disturbing secrets emerge that challenge each man's loyalties at the dawn of the Cold War. Format: Blu-rayFEATURES:Behind the scenesA Conversation with Stephen PoliakoffMeet the EnemyRecreating the WorldThe Hotel GuestsMusic & Dance
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    Fifty Dead Men Walking
    Import Blu-ray/Region All pressing. Please note while the feature film is viewable on all Blu-ray players the special features may be in Standard Definition/PAL format and thus may not be viewable on US BR players. Starring Ben Kingsley (Sex Beast) and Jim Sturgess (21). Inspired by Martin McGartland's shocking real life story, Martin is a young lad from West Belfast in the late 1980s who is recruited by the British polices to spy on the IRA. He works his way up the ranks as a volunteer for the IRA whilst feeding information to his British handler and saves lives in the process, until one day he is exposed, captured and tortured to within an inch of his life. He escapes dramatically by throwing himself from a tower block window and is still in hiding today.
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    Jungle / The Way Back, 2 Blu-ray (Limited Edition)
    Jungle:Backpacker Yossi und seine Freunde reisen seit Monaten durch Lateinamerika. In Bolivien lernen sie den charismatischen Aussteiger Karl kennen und gemeinsam machen sie sich auf eine Expedition in den Dschungel. Der Trip wird schnell zu einer grausamen Odyssee umgeben von einer unberührten und tödlichen Natur müssen die Abenteurer den Weg zurück in die Zivilisation findenThe Way Back:Das neue Meisterwerk vom 6-fach Oscar-nominierten Regisseur Peter Weir ("Die Truman Show"), basierend auf wahren Begebenheiten! Ed Harris ("Apollo 13"), Colin Farrell ("Miami Vice") und Jim Sturgess ("Heartless") machen sich auf den beschwerlichen Weg in die Freiheit. Die epische Verfilmung des Bestsellers "Der lange Weg" erhielt 2011 völlig zu Recht eine Oscar-Nominierung!
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    Upside Down
    Ein Universum jenseits unserer Vorstellungskraft: zwei verbundene und doch getrennte Planeten. Der eine oben, der andere unten - der eine arm, der andere reich. Allen Widrigkeiten zum Trotz verliebt sich der romantische Adam (Jim Sturgess) aus der armen unteren Welt in Eden (Kirsten Dunst), das Mädchen von oben. Es gibt allerdings ein Problem: Kontakte zwischen den Bewohnern der ungleichen Welten sind verboten. Doch Adam will sich damit nicht abfinden und ist fest entschlossen, die Gesetze der S
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    Stonehearst Asylum - Diese Mauern wirst du nie verlassen
    Am Weihnachtsabend 1899 erreicht Edward Newgate (Jim Sturgess) die abgelegene Irrenanstalt Stonehearst. In der Einrichtung für psychisch kranke Menschen möchte er von Dr. Lamb die modernsten Techniken und Methoden im Umgang mit Geisteskrankheiten erlernen. Anders als üblich werden die Insassen hier nicht betäubt oder gefesselt, sondern können sich frei entfalten und ihren Wahnsinn ausleben. Unter den Patienten der Einrichtung befindet sich auch Eliza Graves, die von Anfang an eine geheimnisvolle
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