DESCRIPTIVE VIDEOS - Braille Institute

to the imperial throne. And the stage is set for civil war. Cornel Wilde stars in
this sweeping saga of revolution, revenge and redemption.
Cyrano de Bergerac
DVS 208
Jose Ferrer won an Oscar for his portrayal of the cavalier with the prominent nose
who helps a handsome friend woo the woman they both adore. (Based on the
book of the same title by Edmond Rostand, BRB10961 and RC 23102.)
Dead Poets Society
DVS 6
A passionate English professor (Robin Williams) inspires his students to live life
to the fullest.
Decameron Nights
DVS 445
In 14 th Century Italy, a handsome young philanderer is granted refuge at a country
villa for as long as he can entertain his lovely hostess and her guests with amorous
tales. Joan Fontaine and Louis Jordan play several parts in this delightful film.
Do the Right Thing
DVS 137
Spike Lee’s critically acclaimed tale of racial tension in a Brooklyn neighborhood
over the course of a scorching 24-hour period. Cast includes Danny Aiello, Ossie
Davis and Ruby Dee.
Driving Miss Daisy
DVS 159
This 1989 Academy Award Winner for Best Picture is a joyous comedy about a
headstrong southern lady and her ever-patient chauffeur. Stars Jessica Tandy and
Morgan Freeman. (Based on the book of the same title by Alfred Uhry, RC
32827.)
Drums in the Deep South
DVS 448
As the Civil War rages, a Confederate officer is assigned to blow up a crucial rail
line in order to delay the Union army’s advance into Georgia. Unbeknownst to
both, his best friend, now a Union major, is ordered to wipe out the Rebel force.
Cast includes James Craig, Taylor Holmes and Barton MacLane.
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