Start up front row in specific folder?

Tried to search around the forum, but couldn't find anything.
Is there any way to make front row in a certain folder? Like Videos / Television / CSI...

Thanks Matt, guessed that this was the problem but it is good to have a second opinion, fortunately yes I have time machine running so I have everything i need backed up. Thinking about it I am more upset at the fact the drive has failed after only 19 months. Having got three years minimum out of all my previous machines am disappointed that the Mac has gone so quick. Never mind at least I have all my files.
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