Lorne Greene

The valor and anguish of the Alamo is resurrected in this '80s effort that features a considerably accomplished cast. Brian Keith plays Davy Crockett and James Arness is Jim Bowie who, although at odds at times with his leader Colonel William Travis (Alec Baldwin), is able to focus upon the battle against the Mexican soldiers. Highlights of this film are the battle action scenes. ~ All Movie Guide

Lorne Greene and Charlotte Ray lend their voice talent to this animated Hanna-Barbera version of Noah and the Ark. One of the oldest adventure stories of all time, Noah and his family face the destruction of the planet and are tested by God. When violence and corruption fill the earth, God vows to flood the world, saving only Noah and his kin. God commands Noah to build an ark and load it with a pair of every animal on the planet. Despite the scorn of neighbors and friends, Noah fulfills his assignment from God. He is vindicated when 40 days of torrential rain washes away civilization from earth. The lively cartoon version of Noah and the Ark updates the presention of the Bile story for today's viewers. ~ Sally Barber, All Movie Guide

What was life like in the early part of the 19th century? Viewers will find out as they watch Reading Rainbow: Ox-Cart Man, which explores the daily routine of this time period. Host LeVar Burton goes to Massachusetts to explore Old Sturbridge Village, a site where people wear period costumes and go about the business of the 1800s. Tradesmen included blacksmiths and oxen trainers, and modern conveniences had yet to be invented. Among the books reviewed by the young critics are Wagon Wheels by Barbara Brenner, A Winter Place by Ruth Yaffe Radin, and Round Trip by Ann Jonas. ~ Alice Day, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores some of the wildest places on the Earth, and the animals who inhabit them. This program takes the viewer to reindeer country in northern Yugoslavia. Greene's guest is filmmaker Petar Lalovic, who shows clips from his film The Last Oasis, which captures the elusive reindeer on film in their native habitat. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores the different natural environments of Earth, and observes the animals that live there. In this episode, Greene takes the viewer to the stark, frozen tundra country of the Ungava Peninsula to observe a caribou migration, as it follows the seasons. Wildlife photography captures the power and scope of the massive migration on film. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores the different natural environments of Earth, and observes the animals that live there. In this episode, Greene travels to the island continent of Australia. There, he learns the part that beasts of burden, including horses, donkeys, and camels, played in settling the vast land of Australia. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores the different natural environments of Earth, and observes the animals that live there. This trip takes Greene to the beautiful islands in the Caribbean to see one of the region's beachcombers: the mona iguana. Spectacular wildlife photography catches this creature on film as it goes about the business of living by the Caribbean Sea. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores some of the wildest places on the Earth, and the animals who inhabit them. This program features "God's Dog": the coyote. Greene goes to Montana and Wyoming to observe the changes in habitat and habits of the elusive coyote. Outstanding wildlife photography captures the wily predator on film. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores some of the wild places on the Earth, and the animals who inhabit them. In this episode, Greene visits some of America's national parks to observe an increasing problem: human and bear interaction. The program details how the practice of humans feeding bears results in the loss of the animal's instinctual avoidance of humans. When bears then get too close for safety and comfort, they must be removed or destroyed. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide

Though it isn't as engaging as the classic musical version of Frank L. Baum's timeless fantasy, this animated version of The Wizard of Oz remains a professional, entertaining production that should appeal to young children. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Movie Guide

This video is part of a series, hosted by television star Lorne Greene, that explores the different natural environments of Earth, and observes the animals that live there. This episode takes the viewer deep into the woods at night to observe the hunting habits of the great horned owl. Greene talks with owl conservationist Kay McKeever about her work with this predator of the forest. Outstanding night photography shows the great horned owl as it seeks its prey. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, All Movie Guide