Paul Mooney: Know Your History - Jesus Was Black ... So Was Cleopatra

Paul Mooney: Know Your History - Jesus Was Black ... So Was Cleopatra Review

Few comedians can stir up controversy like the legendary Paul Mooney -- writer for Richard Pryor, creator of In Living Color's Homey the Clown and featured guest on Chappelle's Show. With his characteristic brutal honesty, Mooney passionately and hysterically charges into the electrified currents of racial tension. In this magnificent standup performance at Hollywood's Laugh Factory, Mooney earns a standing ovation with his relentless no-holds-barred observations on black history, stereotypes and prejudices, living in White America, celebrity divas and much, much more!

Declassified: Godfathers of Havana (History Channel)

Declassified: Godfathers of Havana (History Channel) Review

In GODFATHERS OF HAVANA step back in time to when Havana was a favorite escape of the moneyed elite and a cash cow for the Mafia. When Fidel Castro came to power in 1958 the Batista government was not the only thing that was kicked out of Cuba. As a result of the Cuban Revolution the American mobsters who had long dominated Havana's sultry nights lost a seemingly unstoppable money machine. In this evocative program find out how the Mafia's hold on Cuba all started in the '20s during Prohibition and how the glitzy Caribbean capital soon became the crossroads of the Mafia-controlled narcotics superhighway and a haven for gangsters who provided high-profile high-life visitors with anything their hearts desired. Featuring extensive interviews with inside sources and historians this expose offers a one-of-a-kind look at pre-Castro Cuba and the formation of a brutal regime of organized crime on America's doorstep.

The History Channel Al Capone Collection : Al Capone Valentine's Day Massacre , Al Capone Biography : True Crime 2 DVD Set

The History Channel Al Capone Collection : Al Capone Valentine's Day Massacre , Al Capone Biography : True Crime 2 DVD Set Review

Set of 2 DVD's : Al Capone and the Machine Gun Massacre & Al Capone Biography

Godfathers Collection - The True History of the Mafia

Godfathers Collection - The True History of the Mafia Review

Godfathers Collection - The True History of the Mafia Feature

• They were born in the foothills of Sicily. By 1924 their growing numbers and criminal activities had attracted the attention of Mussolini, who went about purging Italy of their secret society. America became their escape. In this stunning overview of the phenomenon known as La Cosa Nostra, THE HISTORY CHANNEL®, RAI International, and BIOGRAPHY® present six programs that fully unveil

They were born in the foothills of Sicily. By 1924 their growing numbers and criminal activities had attracted the attention of Mussolini, who went about purging Italy of their secret society. America became their escape. In this stunning overview of the phenomenon known as La Cosa Nostra, THE HISTORY CHANNEL, RAI International and BIOGRAPHY present five programs that fully unveil the origins, the personalities, and the inner workings of the Mafia. Using never-before-seen footage and rare interviews with mob insiders and the agents who pursued them, THE GODFATHERS COLLECTION presents a gripping tale of greed, power, crime and betrayal. With in-depth portraits of crime bosses like Lucky Luciano, Meyer Lansky, Bugsy Siegel, and Carlo Gambino, this is the definitive, eye-opening account of organized crime in America. Volume 1: Godfathers
Godfathers investigates the mob lke no other documentary before it. From the mass immigration of Italians at the end of the 19th century to money laundering on the New York Stock Exchange in 2000, this up-to-date, feature-length production offers a unique perspective on the history of the Mafia as seen through the eyes of an Italian journalist. With newly discovered footage from Italian archives and rare interviews from both sides of the law, Godfathers probes the psychology, the sociology, and the economics behind this powerful yet secretive society. Some of the biggest names in mafia history are introduced, and the ways in which their political savvy helped them orchestrate many of history's major events is explained.

Volume 2:
* LUCKY LUCIANO: CHAIRMAN OF THE MOB: He ran the Mob like a corporation--diversifying rackets, organizing gangs and running his own political candidates--and his top-secret war efforts earned him parole from a 50-year sentence.
* MEYER LANSKY: MOB TYCOON: From the pogroms of Eastern Europe to the heyday of the Vegas Mob, rare footage and interviews reveal the double life of the man known as the Mob's financial leader.
* GENOVESE: PORTRAIT OF A CRIME FAMILY: A soldier breaks the sacred mobster's oath of silence (omerta) and the Genovese family hits the headlines. From Joe the Boss to Vito Genovese to the "Odd Father" himself, every personality and gripping detail in this ongoing saga comes to life.
* BUGSY SIEGEL: Handsome, glamorous and the most vicious crime boss of all, Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel began as a hit man on the streets of Brooklyn and died the victim of a mysterious murder, but not before turning a desert mirage into a Las Vegas dreamland.

The History Of International Organized Crime : The History Channel exposes Organized crime in Sicily , Russia , Colombia , China , & India : Box Set - 250 Minutes

The History Of International Organized Crime : The History Channel exposes Organized crime in Sicily , Russia , Colombia , China , & India : Box Set - 250 Minutes Review

This enthralling History Channel production looks at both the origins and current state of organized crime in Sicily, Russia, Colombia, India, and China. The series of five shows is thoroughly researched and beautifully put together, clearly elucidating the complex sociological roots that gave rise to today's cartels. Such fascinating topics as Russian prison tattoos and the ancient Indian Thug cult are discussed along the way. Though the producers don't shy away from pointing out governmental missteps that have inadvertently assisted in the rise of organized crime, the series comes down firmly on the side of law and order, and is careful to show the ruthlessness and brutality of the black market. The only hitches in the series come in the form of quick repetitions of information (that once followed commercial breaks), but these are only occasionally noticeable. Though densely informative, The World History of Organized Crime never becomes dull or dry--indeed, once you start watching it, it's almost impossible to stop