Documentary focuses on classic ballparks

"America's Classic Ballparks: 20th Anniversary Collector's Edition"

With the baseball playoffs in full swing and the World Series right around the corner, this terrific documentary comes at the perfect time. It focuses on four classic American ballparks -- including both of Chicago's -- using archival footage and modern film.

Ballparks were integrated into a variety of neighborhoods, and Wrigley Field, Comiskey Park, Tiger Stadium and Fenway Park were constructed during the golden age of baseball. Many of us remember when we attended our first baseball game, and the excitement of going to the stadium.

Actor Jeff Daniels narrates the story that includes film segments, photos and the thoughts of many players and announcers. The new edition includes interviews with Ted Williams, Ernie Banks, Al Kaline, Carlton Fisk, Bill Gleason, Studs Terkel, Harry Caray and many others.

"Ally McBeal: Season One"

Available on DVD for the first time, this popular series enjoyed a loyal and devoted fan base during its run on the Fox network from 1997 to 2002. The show starred Calista Flockhart as an eccentric young lawyer fresh out of law school. With its ensemble cast, "Ally McBeal" used legal proceedings as a backdrop to tell a variety of tales that focused on what was going on at a Boston law firm.

Winner of seven Emmy Awards and four Golden Globes, the show had humor, drama, fantasy and great music.

Also available: "Ally McBeal: The Complete Series," a 32-disc collection with many bonus features.

"John Denver: Around The World Live"

John Denver was a recording star who was loved throughout the world. Known for his easygoing ways and beautiful voice, John gave back by educating people about the environment along with his humanitarian efforts. He sold millions of records and died much too young in a plane crash in 1997.

His fans can now own this five-disc collection which features John in shows in Australia, Japan and England, as well as in Farm Aid and two one-hour documentaries. The featured songs include "Rocky Mountain High," "Back Home Again," "Take Me Home, Country Roads," "Thank God I'm A Country Boy," "Annie's Song" and many others.

"Western TV Treasures: 150 Episodes"

The television Western dominated the ratings for many years. Kids and parents would enjoy these shows together, and they made for great family viewing. If you grew up with these shows, this 12-disc collection is one that you should own.

Included are "The Roy Rogers Show," "The Cisco Kid," "The Adventures of Jim Bowie," "The Adventures of Kit Carson," "Annie Oakley," "The Gabby Hayes Show," "The Tim McCoy Show," "Buffalo Bill Jr.," "The Adventures of Champion," "Judge Roy Bean," "Hudson's Bay" and others.

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