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Merchant of Venice (MGM)
Gary Stangler and Giselle John reveal what happens when children age out of the foster care system with a new book: On Their Own. Then, Shakespeare scholar Stephen Greenblatt fleshes out the life of the Bard in his latest work, Will in the World. Director Michael Radford discusses his latest film—a new adaptation of The Merchant of Venice. And Pat Conroy, author of The Great Santini and The Prince of Tides, reminisces about the role certain foods have played throughout his life: The Pat Conroy Cookbook: Recipes of My Life.
Growing Pains
Gary Stangler and Giselle John investigate the lives of children who outgrow the foster care system in On Their Own.
Music: Soundtrack to The Cider House Rules, music by Rachel Portman: "Homer Asks Wally For a Ride" / "Pickers Leave" / "Homer Leaves Orphanage"
Music: Soundtrack to The Cider House Rules, music by Rachel Portman: "Homer Asks Wally For a Ride" / "Pickers Leave" / "Homer Leaves Orphanage"
As You Like It
Stephen Greenblatt with an in-depth look at the life of Shakespeare: Will in the World.
Music: Music: Soundtrack to Shakespeare in Love, music by Stephen Warbeck: "The Beginning of the Partnership" / "Greenwich" / "The De Lesseps’ Dance" / "Love & The End of Tragedy"
Music: Music: Soundtrack to Shakespeare in Love, music by Stephen Warbeck: "The Beginning of the Partnership" / "Greenwich" / "The De Lesseps’ Dance" / "Love & The End of Tragedy"
All That Glitters
Director Michael Radford discusses the process of adapting Shakespeare’s to the screen.
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Music: Soundtrack to Looking for Richard, music by Howard Shore: "Queen Margaret" "William, Lord Hastings"
» Visit the film's website
Music: Soundtrack to Looking for Richard, music by Howard Shore: "Queen Margaret" "William, Lord Hastings"
Spice of Life
Pat Conroy shares recipes from his life: The Pat Conroy Cookbook.
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