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Colin McRae Rally Legend

'An honourable tribute' Octane magazine

During 2007, a Duke production team was tasked with producing the definitive documentary about Colin McRae. With full access to all the WRC recordings of Colin's championship years, plus other rally and family archive, director Mark Cross was able to compile the most comprehensive career record yet of this remarkable sportsman. Working closely with McRae Motorsport Ltd, we also had rare and exclusive access to Colin during a hectic year in which he was about to launch his first production rally car, the amazing R4, was contracted to the X-raid BMW team for Dakar 2008, was involved in the launch of the latest version of his hugely successful computer game 'Colin Mcrae-Dirt' and was seriously considering a return to the WRC.
The crew also joined Colin driving the R4 in public for the first time at Goodwood and thrilling the crowds in his unique Ford Escort Mk 2 at the Manx National Rally. Finally, in late August, only afew weeks before the tragic accident that claimed the lives of Colin, his son Johnny and two family friends, we were especially privileged to spend two days in Lanark with Colin and his family. Here Colin talked candidly about every aspect of his career and life, his favourite and not-so-favourite, drives, events, teams and his plans for the future. he result is the critically-acclaimed Colin McRae - Rally Legend.
This is his story - the story of a true rally legend.

"Don't think this is a hastily-prepared tribute rushed out in time for Christmas - nothing could be further from the truth. Duke Video had been commissioned to make an authorised biography of McRae at the start of 2007, and was given unparalleled access to the private life of one of rallying's true greats.
"It followed Colin's activities through the first half of 2007, including his R4 production car project (which he can be seen demonstrating at Goodwood) and the launch of the Colin McRae: Dirt computer game.
"The 90-minute film is interspersed with some full and frank interviews with the Scot. Some of the most poignant moments were filmed just a few weeks before the helicopter accident which claimed his life.
"Anyone who truly appreciated Colin's bravery and skill behind the wheel really should have this DVD in their collection."
Motorsport News, December 5, 2007.

"Hastily created tribute films are all too common in this commercially driven age, but this incredible production is the antithesis of such a thing.
"With the full cooperation of Colin, this film was well underway before the horrors of September 15. Narrated by McRae's friend and biographer Derick Allsop, every facet of the Scot's life is coverered - from early scrapes in rallying, through the WRC glory days with Subaru, right up to the one-off return with Citroen, the Dakar Rally exploits and the first public appearance of the potent McRae R4.
"Additional material, which makes this film so watchable, includes Colin's infamous BTCC debut at Knockhill in '92, his balls-out charge last summer in the Manx National Rally on the Isle of Man aboard ONM 804V, his incredibly lairy Mk2 Escort and first-hand accounts of the Colin McRae Rally video game phenomenon.
"It's full-fat, high-octane, undiluted turbo Mcfever from start to finish and Colin and little Johnny would have loved it."
Autosport, January 10, 2008

'With almost unbearable poignancy, the in-depth interview with McRae that forms the backbone to this gripping documentary was filmed the month before his death in a helicopter crash in September 2007. That actually makes it quite hard to watch, but the consolation is that the film-makers have done a good job, splicing McRae's reminiscences with loads of rally archive footage. Early film of him competing in his first rally car, a Talbot Sunbeam bought for £850, makes a fascinating contrast with the later Subaru days, and there are contributions from Prodrive boss Dave Richards and more. An honourable tribute' Octane

TT Centenary Celebration

This remarkable film was commissioned by Duke from Greenlight Television to capture the magic of the 100th anniversary of the Isle of Man TT.

Directed by Andrew Stickland, the man behind the critically-acclaimed TT: A Film Documentary, this programme gets under the skin of the event and celebrations, letting the fans, the marshals, the organisers, the locals and more have their say, looking at the impact of the TT on the Island, capturing the off-track attractions and discovering what it means to race.

It is an in-depth study of the importance of the event, examining what draws thousands of people from around the world, as well as a fascinating look at what it means to be a biker.

The extraordinary TT: Centenary Celebration is packed with thoughtful contributions from the stars - including Carl Fogarty, John Surtees, Geoff Duke, John McGuinness and Guy Martin - and your guide throughout is the irrepressible Murray Walker, the legendary motorsport commentator and lifelong TT fan.

"You must see the latest Duke DVD TT Centenary Celebration with Murray Walker doing his stuff and doing it well on a subject he himself loves almost as much as I do.

A very good quality DVD and it shows the whole aspect of the TT through the eyes of riders, fans and many others.

Recommended for those winter evenings!!"

Coarse Fishing For Young Anglers

The fact that Bob Nudd MBE is a Four Times World Coarse Angling Champion proves without doubt that he is extremely successful when it comes to catching fish.
However, for young anglers considering taking up this truly incredible sport it's Bob's infectious enthusiasm and dedication to getting the best out of any water, that quite literally, makes him the perfect choice to present this beginners guide that will both inform and entertain.

From rods and reels to breed specifics, Bob Nudd shares the secrets of his Coarse Fishing success, and for young anglers everywhere it would be hard to find a
better way to get started.

Carp Fishing For Young Anglers

There is little doubt that Carp Fishing is one of the most complex forms of angling, and when most young anglers are faced with a vast array of expensive equipment, it may seem an uphill struggle, before they've even got anywhere near the water.
But help is at hand with Bob Nudd MBE, Four Times World Coarse Angling Champion.
Beginning with the basics Bob explains how to get started fishing for Carp and with the benefit of his considerable experience, young anglers can be sure of enjoying a rewarding Carp Fishing Session, every time.

Pole Fishing For Young Anglers

Pole Fishing has become an extremely popular form of angling and has triggered a highly sophisticated industry, manufacturing poles with precision technology. Consequently a pole can be a costly piece of equipment, but if you know what to do with it, the results are nothing short of phenomenal. And to find out how to make the most of pole fishing join Four Times World Coarse Angling Champion, Bob Nudd MBE, to learn all the tricks of the trade. From setting up, to shipping out, discover the secrets of Bob's success, helping young anglers to reach their full potential.

London Through The Ages

This is a fascinating guide to the vibrant and historic city of London, examining its heritage from early Celtic settlers, through Roman occupation right up to the present day.

Visit the landmarks, discover the different faces of London as you travel from Kensington to the East End, and meet the city's most famous characters, from the great and good of London society to the infamous villains!

Dublin Through The Ages

This historic city is fast becoming the destination of choice for work, pleasure and living.

However, there's more to this surprising place than you'll find in holiday brochures!

Examine Dublin's heritage from the Viking invasions of the 9th century to today.

Explore the landmarks, reveal the events that shaped and scarred the city and discover what lies beneath the convivial atmosphere.

TT 2007 Review

Nominated for the 2008 Impact Video Xtremey Awards, in the Best Broadcast Competition & Race Video of the Year category.

Experience every pulsating moment of the 2007 TT in this two-disc Official DVD Review, featuring four hours of the best motorcycle road racing imaginable, and many of the biggest names in the sport.

Detailed, expert coverage of all six races takes you to the heart of the action as reputations are built and broken. Records are smashed lap after lap as these remarkable competitors race for the ultimate prize. The incredible action from the world famous 37.73-mile Mountain Circuit is captured from every angle, featuring action from on-bike, aerial and kerbside cams - including an array of new vantage points and loads of never-seen-before footage.
The Centenary TT had it all - Mountain Circuit legends John McGuinness and Dave Molynuex setting new standards to take their tallies to 13 wins apiece, blistering performances from Kiwi Bruce Anstey, a maiden win for rising star Ian Hutchinson and much, much more.

Plus the emotionally-charged moment when McGuinness smashed his own outright lap record to become the first to lap at more than 130mph! Whether you were one of the 60,000 who joined the 100th birthday celebrations in the Isle of Man or one of the many thousands more who wished they could, this is the essential record of an incredible festival.

Extra features include on-board laps with Steve Plater, Ian Armstrong and Nick Crowe, on-bike footage and telemetry with Conor Cummins, interviews with Phillip McCallen and Carl Fogarty, a history of the TT, a look at MV Agusta and profiles of Dave Molyneux and the Purple Helmets!

Honda Racing F1 Civic Hybrid

Video of the myearthdream™.com Civic Hybrid in motion. Contains approximately 40 minutes of B-roll footage and a two minute edited A-roll showing drivers, Jenson Button and Rubens Barrichello, test driving the car.

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BMW Sauber F1 Team: the Wind Tunnel and the Computational Fluid Dynamics testing method

This video takes a look at the experimental work carried out in the wind tunnel and the air flow simulation on the supercomputer. Includes interviews with Willy Rampf and Mario Theissen.

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