James A. Michener's Centennial
Relives the grand hopes, dreams, loves, and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century. Begins with French and Scottish trappers interacting with Native American...
| Summary: |
Relives the grand hopes, dreams, loves, and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century. Begins with French and Scottish trappers interacting with Native Americans and follows the increasing conflicts as more permanent settlers arrive. Shows how the town of Centennial is founded by the young Mennonite Levi Zendt and his bride-to-be. Looks at the effects of the American Civil War on the settlement and the disputes between cattle ranchers and farmers. Shows the plight of Mexican residents who find their rights threatened by a real estate tycoon from back East. Examines more recent dirty politics as two contestants face off over the fute of the town and its dwindling natural resources. |
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| Item Description: |
Based on the novel by James Michener. Originally broadcast on television as a 12-episode mini-series in 1978. Special feature: Memories of Centennial (retrospective look by cast and crew). |
| Physical Description: |
6 videodiscs (ca. 20 hr, 52 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Format: |
DVD, region 1, full screen (1.33:1) presentation; Dolby digital 2.0 mono., dual layer, NTSC. |
| Audience: |
Not rated. |