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Browse 55 movies from Coronet Films
The chance to shine in a singing competition offers much-needed hope for a Southern middle-schooler who's drowning in worries, from bullies in the halls to turmoil at home -- and the news that his reservist father has been called back to Afghanistan.
Aug 2010
Upon graduating college, a brokenhearted aspiring writer, without a dime or connections, packs his bags and heads to Los Angeles in the hopes of finding a new beginning. He quickly gets immersed into two very different worlds - one young, provocative and alluring, the other rooted in diversity, community and loyalty - both with their own unique appeals, advantages and dangers. Through his new experiences, he realizes who he is and where he belongs.
Apr 2018
The original adult-oriented version of what would eventually become an award-winning children's classic. This version of the show features Pee-wee's playhouse and many of the characters of the later series, but with irreverent overtones and jokes including 'mirror shoes' and others.
Sep 1981
When Spencer Koll, a United States Marine, returns home from a horrific wartime experience, his mundane reality leads him to gravitate towards a new and mysterious woman on her own determined journey. Together, they enter into a magical but destructive new relationship which ultimately exposes their essential truths.
Jan 2016
When his best friend is murdered inside a London dancehall, a cab driver and his girlfriend involve themselves in the investigation and discover a major criminal operation hiding behind the club's friendly facade.
Jun 1947
Jim Gay loves his racing greyhound but, out of town, he finds a dog with a better chance to win. His friends bet on his dog while he bets against.
Jun 1954
A 1972 short about the 26th amendment and how eighteen year-olds can register to vote.
Jan 1972
Miser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities he wasted in his youth, his current cruelties, and the dire fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways. Scrooge is faced with his own story of growing bitterness and meanness, and must decide what his own future will hold: death or redemption. Originally aired as part of Fredric March Presents Tales from Dickens.
Dec 1959
The film emphasizes the importance of safety when using power tools in a workshop. It outlines key safety practices, such as using guards, securing materials, and wearing protective gear like safety glasses. The film also covers specific tool usage tips, including the correct handling of cutting machines, drills, grinders, and lathes, stressing that safety precautions should never be neglected. Proper maintenance and awareness of tool settings are crucial to prevent accidents.
May 1970
Rueben is a used book store owner who believes he can communicate with the items he sells. Through these discussions, he learns the ways to keep books from being destroyed by careless and malicious children. Part of the Coronet "Beginning Responsibilities" series.
Jan 1979
Two boys learn about the nature of light.
Mar 1973
The Trolls and the Christmas Express is an animated classic about six roguish trolls who are determined to sabotage Christmas by infiltrating Santa's village disguised as elves. After a week of wreaking havoc but still not completely ruining Christmas, they are about to give up when they get a devilishly clever idea. On the day before Christmas Eve they get the reindeer dancing and singing songs all night long. The poor reindeer are so tired the next day that they cannot find the energy to pull Santa's sleigh. Christmas looks like it has finally been ruined - but everyone knows you can't stop Christmas! The elves quickly devise a plan to link the train from Santa's village with tracks that travel all over the world. Santa can deliver the toys using the Christmas Express.
Nov 1981
First and little-known film version of the classic story, an animated short by Coronet Films.
Dec 1950
Children in the third grade learn the reasons for celebrating George Washington's birthday, Lincoln's birthday, and Valentine's Day.
Jan 1953
An overview on how bookkeeping is an important skill, particularly when it comes to running a business, a farm, or your personal finances.
Jan 1947
Marionette puppet version of the tale about a little man who grants a miller's daughter the gift of spinning straw into gold.
Nov 1949
The film emphasizes the importance of safety when using hand tools in a workshop. It discusses the significance of keeping tools sharp and in good condition, proper handling techniques, and the need for safe storage. The film also covers guidelines for using specific tools like saws, chisels, screwdrivers, and wrenches, highlighting the dangers of using dull or damaged tools. Additionally, it stresses the importance of maintaining a clean and organized workspace, wearing appropriate protective gear, and being aware of one’s surroundings to prevent accidents.
The film is a historical account of George Washington's journey from a young surveyor to a pivotal leader in the American Revolutionary War. It covers his early military career, the French and Indian War, and his leadership in the Revolutionary War, including battles like Trenton, Princeton, and Yorktown. The film highlights Washington's struggle against British rule, his challenges during the harsh winter at Valley Forge, and his pivotal role in preventing a mutiny among his officers towards the war's end. It emphasizes Washington's integrity and his commitment to the principles of democracy, culminating in the establishment of the United States and the upholding of civilian control over the military.
Jan 1965
Stop motion animation short film based on the original story by Hans Christian Andersen
May 1982
Shows representative samples of Northwest Indian art collected from six different museums, featuring the double-faced mechanical masks which were part of this culture.
Jan 1966