Coronet Films

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.

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.

An 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 adult and sexual overtones and jokes including "mirror shoes" and others.

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.

Animated adaptation of "Twas the night before Christmas" by Clement Clarke Moore executed in a simple limited animation style including 3-D objects and cut-out animation techniques.

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.

Another version of the Dickens classic. Originally an episode of Fredric March Presents Tales from Dickens. Later released on home video on it's own.

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.

First and little-known film version of the classic story, an animated short by Coronet Films.

The film emphasizes the importance of healthy eating habits and a balanced diet. It contrasts nutritious food choices with junk food, illustrating how proper nutrition fuels the body like gasoline fuels a car. Various food groups are introduced, highlighting their benefits, while also warning against the pitfalls of excessive junk food consumption. The narrative centers around a character named Spinner who learns to make healthier food choices, ultimately leading to improved energy and well-being.

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.

Shows how a self-planned program of activities helps in making constructive use of leisure time. For high school and adult groups.

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.

Explains that heat is really a form of motion, a form of kinetic energy and that it can be converted to other forms of energy and transferred through conduction, convection and radiation. Shows practical examples in which heat preserves lives and makes daily living more convenient.

Shows how people, faced with the possibility or reality of being infected with venereal disease, cope with their individual situations.

An educational short: after Jim is caught vandalizing school property his principal instructs him on emotional maturity.

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.

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.

In this Coronet instructional film, we learn how to manage and self regulate our emotions when it comes to dealing with short comings and disappointments.

Once you're old enough to make decisions for yourself, how exactly do you go about doing it? How can you really know which choice is best for you?