Program Guide Week 35
Sunday August 21st, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
5:45 am France 24 Feature - News feature in English from France 24, Paris.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Premier League - Burnley v Liverpool - Lucy Zelic and Craig Foster host coverage of the biggest league in the world. (Sport) (Football)
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm The Bowls Show - The Bowls Show program features a mix of highlights of the sport's biggest events, including the Australian Premier League, Australian Open, and Australian Indoor Championships, and segments on coaching, clubs, social bowls, and high performance aspects with integration of Australian Jackaroos talent in each episode. (From Australia) (Sport)
2:00 pm Speedweek - A comprehensive motor sports program for speed enthusiasts. (Motor Sport) CC
4:00 pm Cycling: InCycle - All the latest cycling news and highlights from across the world. Hosted by Michael Tomalaris. (Cycling) CC SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Sunday August 21st, 2016
4:30 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
5:00 pm Small Business Secrets - Take a look at how small businesses should plan for the future: from a five-generation Italian fruit and veg shop in Sydney's inner west, to the guys who turned the online wine industry on its head. (S.1 Ep.4) (An SBS Production) (Class. tba) CC **New Episode**
5:30 pm The Hollywood War - This series tells the story of how American cinema, barely thirty years after its birth, having become the country’s eighth largest industry and its most powerful medium, would play a unique role in the WW2 period of history. (S.1,Ep.1) (From France, in English) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG(A) CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Great Wall Of China: The Hidden Story - The Great Wall is the spectacular historic embodiment of China stretching thousands of miles across barren deserts and treacherous mountains before finally plunging into the sea, all to defend the nation from the rest of the world. The Great Wall, the symbol of China itself, has been the focus of much of this remarkable archaeological activity. As new discoveries on the Great Wall are revealed, our understanding of this amazing structure and its origins, functions and significance – both as a political border, a statement of power and a military defence line – continues to grow. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC **Making History Season**
MOVIE: 8:30 pm Mongol - A sweeping epic, Mongol delves into the dramatic early years of Genghis Khan, who was born as Temudgin in 1162. As it follows him from his perilous childhood to the battle that sealed his destiny, the film paints a multi-dimensional portrait of the future conqueror, revealing him not as the evil brute of legend, but as an inspiring and visionary leader. Nominated for the 2008 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. Directed by Sergei Bodrov and stars Tadanobu Asano, Honglei Sun and Khulan Chuluum. (From Kazakhstan, in Mongolian) (Drama) (2007) (Rpt) MAV (V) CC **Making History Season**
10:45 pm The Great Australian Race Riot - New Mob on the Block - Peter FitzSimons journeys from 1952 to the present as Australians riot their way to becoming one of the most successful multicultural nations on Earth. In the “Lucky Country” race riots help work out who gets a fair share of the luck. As the 1950s dawns, Australia booms. Our grand nation building schemes need people to construct them. Enter some Continental Europeans, lured with an assisted passage and the promise of work. Peter FitzSimons tucks into a classically Anglo-Australian dinner as he discovers what incited 1000 Italians to riot in our largest migrant camp called, Bonegilla, in country Victoria, in 1952. (Part 3 of 3) (Commissioned by SBS) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(A,W) CC **Making History Season**
MOVIE: 11:45 pm The Double Hour - A chambermaid and a former cop meet at a speed dating event and a romance develops. But during a romantic getaway things suddenly take a turn for the worse when her mysterious past is revealed. This fast-paced thriller won Best Actor, Best Actress and Best Film at the 2009 Venice Film Festival. Directed by Giuseppe Capotondi and stars Filippo Timi, Kseniya Rappoport and Antonia Truppo. (From Italy, in Italian and Spanish) (Thriller) (2009) (Rpt) M (A,S,L)
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Sunday August 21st, 2016
MOVIE: 1:35 am Michou D'auber - Gérard Depardieu stars as Georges in this heart-warming story about all-conquering love and acceptance. Set in France during the Algerian War, Georges is a surly war veteran whose marriage to maternal Gisèle is under strain due to the couple’s inability to have children. When Gisèle takes in an Arab foster child, she gives him an image makeover to help him find acceptance within her conservative society and with her ill-tempered husband. Directed by Thomas Gilou, and also stars Nathalie Baye and Mathieu Amalric. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2007) (Rpt) M (A,L)
3:50 am A Pang For Brasil - The Brasilian crash course continues as Sam travels to Sao Paolo and Salvador. In Brasil’s largest city Sao Paolo, he spends a day high flying with local model-turned business mogul millionaire Cozete Gomes, whose preferred mode of transport is private helicopter. In the party town of Salvador, Sam learns to drum with the legendary carnival band Olodum and discovers that he was Afro-Brasilian in a past life. For one last adventure, Sam returns to Rio to audition for a role on a telenovella – the ultimate test as to whether this Aussie has what it takes to pass as a Brasilian. (Part 2 of 2) (An SBS Production) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
4:55 am Poh & Co. - Poh & Co. invites you into the always delicious world of acclaimed cook, artist and lover of life - Poh Ling Yeow. (Commissioned by SBS) (Short) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Monday August 22nd, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
5:45 am France 24 Feature - News feature in English from France 24, Paris.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm Al Jazeera News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
2:00 pm Andre Rieu: Magic Of The Violin - Central to everything that André Rieu does - touring, recording, composing - has always been the violin. This concert features 18 unforgettable, uplifting melodies, personally selected, compiled and of course, played by Andre himself, accompanied by his own Johann Strauss Orchestra. Delight in movements from his popular orchestral works from the rousing 'My Way', to the divine 'Song to the Moon'. (From Australia) (Entertainment) (Rpt) G CC
3:35 pm The Lakes With Rory McGrath - Heart-warming and addictive, this is a real-life soap opera about remarkable and eccentric people and the stunning landscape which defines them. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Lifestyle) (Rpt) G CC
4:00 pm Coast - The Worker's Coast - Nick Crane tells the story of an abandoned refrigeration plant whose workers kept the country's biggest fishing fleet afloat. He joins a team of drivers who face a race against time to precision park hundreds of new British-built cars aboard a huge purpose-built car-transporter. Meanwhile, Neil Oliver takes a look at the story of when thousands of shipyard workers on the river Clyde battled against job losses. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Monday August 22nd, 2016
5:00 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Nigella Express - Storecupborad SOS - Nigella returns and this time with fabulous fast food, incredible short cuts, brilliant time saving ideas, easy, simple, delicious, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, parties, holiday meals, snacks and food on the go.The Domestic Goddess has the solution to everyone’s worst surprise guest nightmares with ingenious ideas and cunning store cupboard standbys to turn the simplest of meals into a dazzling, quick fix feast. (S.1,Ep.8) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Defeating The Hackers - Journey behind the scenes of the exciting, fast-paced world of frontline cryptography. Meet the experts working at the very frontiers of science, battling to keep secrets safe. Defending people from cyber enemies are a diverse group of elite scientists. This program investigates how they're using simple maths to keep our bank details safe, planting passwords in our unconscious brains, and harnessing the most bizarre physics we know of to build a whole new kind of computer - all to try and stay one step ahead of the hackers. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
8:30 pm After The Wave - After the Wave tells the untold story of Australia's extraordinary role in what became the world's greatest forensic detective operation. The first to appear on the ground weer a crack team of forensic experts from the Australian Federal Police who had the tough task of establishing a process to accurately identify the dead. Also explored in this documentary are the harrowing first person accounts from tsunami survivors documenting their experiences. (An SBS production) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG(A) CC **Making History Season**
10:05 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
10:40 pm The World Game - Join the SBS football team for highlights and previews, plus the best action, news and exclusive interviews from around the football world. (An SBS Production) CC
11:10 pm Spiral - The double murder investigation steers Laure's team towards a group of bank raiders. Laure is not convinced of Jaulin's involvement, but Roban insists that the father has failed to tell the whole truth. In order to impress the commissioner, Herville entrusts Gilou with the job of breaking up a network of muggers. Experts called to testify in the case of the dead police officer show that the police manipulated the evidence. (S.4 Ep.3) (From France, in French) (Drama Series) (Class. tba)
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Monday August 22nd, 2016
12:10 am Spiral - Laure tries to convince Roban that he is mistaken in his pursuit of Jaulin and decides to concentrate on tracking down the raiders, but new evidence emerges which proves damning for Jaulin. Herville piles the pressure on his team to nail the mugging ring, so Gilou proposes an unorthodox alternative. While representing a civil case against corrupt police officers, Josephine Karlsson comes up against an infamous, amoral lawyer by the name of Eric Edelman. (S.4 Ep.4) (From France, in French) (Drama Series) (Class. tba)
MOVIE: 1:10 am Salami Aleikum - Determined to save his family's small butchery, Mohsen leaves for Poland to buy low-priced sheep. When he gets stuck in a sleepy East German town, the villagers are convinced he is the heir to a Persian textile dynasty, who can help to save their struggling town. Winner of the 2010 German Film Critics Award for Best Feature Film Debut. Directed by Ali Samadi Ahadi and stars Navíd Akhavan, Anna Böger and Michael Niavarani. (From Germany, in German and Farsi) (Comedy) (2009) (Rpt) M(A,L)
3:00 am Clown - Caroe's Christening - Frank's penis plays an unfortunate part at the baptism of Carøe's child. Carøe's wife, Susan, will not have anything to do with the cake Frank has bought for the occasion. Meanwhile, Frank thinks the name Niko will give the child problems in the future and the meaning of the song Mia has written becomes misconstrued. (S.2,Ep.8) (From Denmark, in Danish) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG
3:30 am Clown - The Girl From Irma - Frank feels as though he doesn't get enough sex and Stig Rossen's friend offers to help. But when Mia wants sex, Frank ends up at the chiropractor, who it turns out is not a stranger. (S.2,Ep.9) (From Debmark, in Danish) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) MA(S)
4:00 am Coppers - Armed Support - With exclusive access to Nottinghamshire police's Armed Response Unit, this hard-hitting episode reveals what it's like for gun cops on the frontline in an increasingly hostile war against crime. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Tuesday August 23rd, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - PBS Democratic Convention Special - Special PBS coverage of the 2016 Democratic Convention.
2:00 pm The Man Behind The Throne - Vincent Paterson is the Hollywood Choreographer who created defining moves for stars like Michael Jackson and Madonna. This documentary follows a year in his life; In sweaty rehearsals for the Cirque du Soleil show Viva Elvis!, we see the tough work ethics, his humour and the artistic integrity that has shaped his career. He shares his private life among friends and family. Clips from his previous work, his own rehearsal footage and witty journals shape the story of an unusual artist in the commercial world. (From Canada) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(L) CC
3:00 pm SBS Identity - Who are we, and where do we come from? As a multicultural nation, there is an ongoing discussion about what it means to be Australian today. Sukhdeep Bhogal aka L-Fresh the Lion is leading conversations on Australian identity through his music, his work within his own community, and just by being himself; your typical Aussie Sikh hip hop artist. (From Australia) (Produced by SBS) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Tuesday August 23rd, 2016
3:05 pm Years Of Living Dangerously - Ice And Brimstone - This episode, 60 Minutes’ Lesley Stahl travels to Greenland to investigate the effects of global warming in the Arctic; Down south, Ian Somerhalder travels to North Carolina to listen in on both sides of the evangelical community’s debate over climate change. Somerhalder finds himself entrenched in the middle of not only a religious debate, but a familial one. The father: a megachurch preacher who doesn’t believe in climate change. The daughter: an activist trying to shut down the local coal-fired power plant. (From the USA) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
4:05 pm Operation Maneater - Polar Bear - Mark travels to the shores of Canada’s Hudson Bay, where polar bears are causing havoc in isolated communities. He arrives in the town of Churchill hours after an attack has left two people seriously injured and a bear dead. He joins the Polar Bear Alert team as they transport a captured bear by helicopter to a release site outside town. In the Inuit town of Arviat, Evans works with wildlife officers to test an aerial drone early warning system, a military grade ultra-loud speaker to deter bears, and a controversial experiment to place meat out on the tundra to keep bears away from town. (Part 2 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG(A) CC
5:00 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Nigella Express - Speedy Gonzalez - It's fast, fabulous and packs a big flavour punch. Nigella’s cooking Latin influenced food the express way. For the family, a fabulous ever ready standby sweet corn chowder, topped with toasted tortilla chips, for a late night treat - a hot, quickly griddled, quesadilla, then a gorgeous, no cook dinner of roquamole - a blue cheese and avocado dip, served alongside a cool cured fish ceviche and margarita ice cream. (S.1,Ep.9) (From the UK) (Food Series ) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Royals Who Rescued The Monarchy - A portrait of Elizabeth II's grandparents, King George V and Queen Mary, which examines the lasting legacy of the couple who rescued the monarchy from potential disaster. From King George's remarkable innovation in the face of social change, to Queen Mary as the rock to which the nation turned as a symbol of stability, this series examines impact of this remarkable couple and shows how their influence still persists to this day. (S.1 Ep.1) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC
8:30 pm Insight - Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
9:30 pm Dateline - A world of daring stories - Dateline is an award-winning current affairs program bringing you the unexpected from every corner of the globe. (An SBS Production) CC
10:00 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Tuesday August 23rd, 2016
10:30 pm Crimes Of Passion - On Christmas Eve, a feast is laid out for the vicar and his guests, Puck and Einar Bure and Professor Ekstedt. A woman knocks on the vicar's door, concerned that her husband's missing. He's soon found murdered in his own country store, and suddenly the vicar and the village are teeming with photographers, forensic experts and police. Village gossip tears at old wounds while the mystery surrounding the crime thickens. (S.1 Ep.6) (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) M(V) CC
12:15 am Wallander - The Arsonist - When an arsonist is released from prison, the villagers do not want him anywhere near them. Soon they take matters in their hands and Wallander has to investigate whether their fear is justified. (S.3,Ep.5) (From Sweden, in Swedish) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(V)
2:00 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Adrian Edmondson visits Kirkby Malham to meet members of the Wildman family, who have a rich farming heritage in the area. Father Chris is a fifth-generation butcher who plans to build his own charcuterie on the farm. The presenter also heads to Nidderdale, where sheep farmer Suzanne Benson reveals all about her new business of llama-trekking. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Tuesday August 23rd, 2016 EASTERN STATES (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
2:30 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Racehorse trainer Simon West begins to break in a new arrival from Ireland named Dolly. Plus, pregnant shepherdess Amanda Owen undertakes a 50-mile round trip to see the midwife and have her five-month scan, and Adrian Edmondson spends an evening with community choir the Buckden Singers. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
3:00 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Adrian Edmondson travels to the Kilnsey Show in Upper Wharfedale, where farmer Carol Mellin tries her hand in the sheepdog trialling competition with her dog Maisie, and teenage shepherd William Wildman competes with his sheep. Adrian also meets artist Helen Peyton, who gives him a lesson in how to draw a Dales landscape. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
3:30 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Adrian Edmondson catches up with the Wildmans in Kirkby Malham, as dad Chris continues with his plan to build a butchery on their farm. Plus, local man Paul Sidebottom prepares to propose to his girlfriend in Wensleydale, and fashion designer Izzy Lane seeks help from knitting experts to complete her latest clothing collection on time. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
4:00 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode, the botanical ark in Queensland; Japanese sashimi with Hideo Dekura; Malaysian loh bah; Russian meat and onion dumplings; coffee from Byron Bay; and a Mauritian petanque night. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:30 am UEFA Champions League – Live match coverage of the UEFA Champions League Play Off 2nd Leg. Hosts TBA. (Sport) (Football) **Live**
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Tuesday August 23rd, 2016 CENTRAL STATES (SOUTH AUSTRALIA & NORTHERN TERRITORY)
2:30 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Racehorse trainer Simon West begins to break in a new arrival from Ireland named Dolly. Plus, pregnant shepherdess Amanda Owen undertakes a 50-mile round trip to see the midwife and have her five-month scan, and Adrian Edmondson spends an evening with community choir the Buckden Singers. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
3:00 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Adrian Edmondson travels to the Kilnsey Show in Upper Wharfedale, where farmer Carol Mellin tries her hand in the sheepdog trialling competition with her dog Maisie, and teenage shepherd William Wildman competes with his sheep. Adrian also meets artist Helen Peyton, who gives him a lesson in how to draw a Dales landscape. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
3:30 am The Dales With Ade Edmondson - Adrian Edmondson catches up with the Wildmans in Kirkby Malham, as dad Chris continues with his plan to build a butchery on their farm. Plus, local man Paul Sidebottom prepares to propose to his girlfriend in Wensleydale, and fashion designer Izzy Lane seeks help from knitting experts to complete her latest clothing collection on time. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
4:00 am UEFA Champions League - Live match coverage of the UEFA Champions League Play Off 2nd Leg. Hosts TBA. (Sport) (Football) **Live**
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
Tuesday August 23rd, 2016 WESTERN AUSTRALIA
2:30 am UEFA Champions League - Live match coverage of the UEFA Champions League Play Off 2nd Leg. Hosts TBA. (Sport) (Football) **Live**
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Wednesday August 24th, 2016 ALL MARKETS REJOIN
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - PBS Democratic Convention Special - Special PBS coverage of the 2016 Democratic Convention.
2:00 pm Britten's Endgame - In commemoration of the centenary of Benjamin Britten's birth, this documentary examines his final opera in conjunction with the original story by Thomas Mann and the film by Luchino Visconti. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
3:00 pm Dateline - A world of daring stories - Dateline is an award-winning current affairs program bringing you the unexpected from every corner of the globe. (An SBS Production) CC
3:30 pm Insight - Australian current affairs forum, with lively debate and powerful first-person stories. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jenny Brockie. (An SBS Production) CC
4:30 pm Trawlermen - Kevin West, skipper of Ryanwood, has 25 years' experience at sea. New deckhand Ryan is only four days into the job. He's seasick and fed up, but West has other things to worry about. He's not catching enough fish. (From the UK, in English) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC WS
5:00 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Nigella Express - Quick Quick Slow - Time is of the essence when it comes to cooking the express way and it’s about the time it takes to make a meal not for it to cook. So Nigella’s conjuring up a fabulous in advance dinner of lamb, olive and caramelised onion tagine followed by a super easy, indulgent ice cream cake that can be made days ahead when you have the time, then eaten when you’re in a hurry. On the day all that’s left to do is make some cous cous to go with the tagine and a fabulous Butterscotch Sauce to pour over the cake. (S.1,Ep.10) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Wednesday August 24th, 2016
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Great American Railroad Journeys - Michael Portillo explores America by rail following Appleton’s General Guide to the US of 1879 which was published at a key moment in American history: the turning point from 'new world' to the richest nation ever known. Michael's journey covers two rail itineraries: the first from New York City up the Hudson River to the Great Lakes, and the second from Philadelphia to Jamestown, Virginia, the first permanent English settlement in the US. (S.1 Ep.1) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC **New Season Premiere**
8:30 pm 24 Hours In Emergency – Keep On Moving - 61-year-old Erin is rushed to St George’s after she collapsed at home, suffering with a severe ear infection which can spread to the brain and can, in severe cases, kill. 70-year-old Tony arrives in A&E after a high-speed bicycle accident, having trouble breathing. He's sent for a CT scan, which reveals fractured ribs and a collapsed lung. 39-year-old Charlie comes back after breaking his arm and removing the cast early. He can't bear the pain and needs more treatment. (S.7 Ep.11) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) M(A) CC
9:25 pm Frontline Doctors: Winter Migrant Crisis - From the frontline of one of the world's biggest humanitarian disasters, doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken reveal the crisis of migrants in Europe fleeing war and terror in their home lands. Travelling from Syria to Calais, the doctors explain the risks refugees face: from disease in overcrowded camps, to the dangerous sea journeys to reach the promise of safety. This is the heartbreaking human tragedy behind the headlines - from the devastating lows of suffering and loss to the inspiring highs of human courage and kindness. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Class. tba) CC **Documentary Premiere**
10:35 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
11:05 pm Crazy For Party Drugs - Britain's changing drug culture is revealed as users ditch cocaine and ecstacy in favour of the new party drugs: mephedrone, ketamine, and GHB. Shot in Leeds over the biggest party weekend of the year, Halloween and Bonfire Night, this film follows Holly, Tony and Oliver from the dancefloor to the morning after. With unique access to the first specialist 'club drug clinic' outside of London, find out what happens to those who want to keep going even when the party's over. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Class. tba) CC **Drugs Season**
MOVIE: 11:55 pm Chinese Puzzle - A 40-year-old divorced father of two can't cope with his children moving to New York with their mother, so he moves there to be close to them. (From France, in French & English) (Movie) (Romantic Comedy) (2013) (Class.tba) CC
MOVIE: 2:05 am Faith - The fates of three German-born Muslims in Berlin collide as they struggle to find their place between faith and modern life in contemporary western society, caught at a crossroads where alluring liberated lifestyles conflict with deeply-rooted traditions. Nominated for the Golden Bear at Berlin in 2010. Directed by Burhan Qurbani and stars Carlo Ljubek, Jeremias Acheampong and Maryam Zaree. (From Germany, in German and Turkish) (Drama) (2010) (Rpt) M (A,L) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Wednesday August 24th, 2016
3:40 am Salvage Hunters - Meet modern-day treasure hunter Drew Pritchard. With demanding customers, high turnover, and one of the biggest decorative salvage yards in the UK, Drew is constantly on the road, crisscrossing the country in search of derelict gems and forgotten remnants. Drew loves the thrill of the hunt and while he gets his hands dirty in the country’s architectural backwaters, his crack team of restorers is back at the shop giving old and rare finds a new lease on life. (From the UK) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:40 am Condom Lead - A dream of the hope for intimacy and love in a brutal, divisive world. Nominated for Best Short Film at Cannes Film Festival. (From Jordan & Palestine) (Movie) (2013) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Thursday August 25th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - PBS Democratic Convention Special - Special PBS coverage of the 2016 Democratic Convention.
2:00 pm Contact - Elliot Erwitt - Kitchen Debate: What is the story behind the most famous iconic photos from around the world? A unique and fascinating journey into the forbidden city of the contact sheets of the world renowned photographers from Magnum, the legendary agency founded in 1947. (From Italy, in English) (Documentary) (Arts) (Rpt) PG(N) CC
2:30 pm Cathedrals Of Culture - In this new series, award-winning filmmakers have produced individual films on ten architecturally iconic buildings in Europe. Each film will be a creative work where the building will be the central character, using both fictional and documentary elements. (From France, in English) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
3:05 pm Cold War, Hot Jets - Darker Skies - As the Iron Curtain fell across Europe, the jet plane came to epitomise how the Cold War was fought. Britain’s V bombers, armed with devastating new weapons, were able to fly faster, higher and further. The V Bomber became the platform for delivering nuclear annihilation. This episode tells the story of how these planes came to define Britain’s military planning and we reveal the bleak role the RAF pilots would have to play in the event of Nuclear War. (Part 2 of 2) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Thursday August 25th, 2016
4:05 pm The Great Escape: Secrets Revealed - A team of engineers and archaeologists join forces with some of the original survivors, to unearth, for the first time, the secrets of the most famous wartime escape in history. On the night of March 24, 1944, 76 allied airmen escaped from the North Compound of Stalag Luft III, a supposedly 'escape-proof' POW camp in what is now Western Poland. This was the 'Great Escape', one of the most iconic and thrilling stories in military history. (Part 1 of 2) (From Canada) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
5:00 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Nigella Express - Retro Rapido - Nigella’s going back in time to give her favouite retro recipes the express treatment. For her school and university friend it’s cheese fondue followed by cherry cheesecake. Her Mother’s favourite Sunday supper dish, Oeufs En Cocotte, is speeded up and given a modern day twist. (S.1,Ep.11) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm World's Greatest Food Markets - New York - This brand new three-part series follows one of Britain’s most charismatic market traders, Roger Barton “the bastard of Billingsgate”, as he follows his dream of visiting and trading in the world’s greatest food markets. The hard-talking, hard-working fishmonger is leaving behind his livelihood at the Billingsgate Fish Markets behind as he sets off on a cultural journey where his trading skills will be put to the ultimate test. In the first episode, Roger heads to New York, the city that never sleeps, to try his luck at New Fulton Fish Market, the biggest and roughest fish market in America. (Part 1 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Food) (Rpt) M(L) CC
8:30 pm Eating History: Italy – Viva L’Italia - Italian food's conquest of the world is almost complete, and now considered the world's best cuisine, but it wasn't always like that. John tells the story of remarkable transformation: from 19th century meals the the unpretentious and delightful Mediterranean cuisine known today. John will wrap an apron around his waist for the last time to serve as the assistant to one of the most important Italian chefs on the international scene: Giorgio Locatelli. (S.1 Ep.6) (Final) (From Italy, in English & Italian) G CC **Final Episode**
9:30 pm Versailles - Versailles, France, 1667: Louis XIV is 28 years old, and soon will be recognised as the greatest of kings. A brilliant political strategist, Louis is haunted by the trauma of The Fronde, a bitter civil war in which the nobility rebelled against the crown. Historical and fictional characters feature in this intoxicating world of secrets, betrayals, love and war. In this episode, Louis XIV transforms his father's hunting lodge into the palace of Versailles. (S.1 Ep.1) (From France) (Drama Series) (Class. tba) CC **New Series Premiere**
11:20 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Thursday August 25th, 2016
MOVIE: 11:30 pm White Material - French film legend Isabelle Huppert stars as Maria, a wilful French woman refusing to give up her coffee plantation in Africa, where war and racial tensions are threatening to tip the nation into chaos. Nominated for the Golden Lion at the 2009 Venice Film Festival. Directed by Claire Denis, and also stars Christopher Lambert and Isaach De Bankolé. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2009) (Rpt) MAV (V)
1:25 am Ainsley Harriott's Street Food - Osaka - Popular British chef and author Ainsley Harriott travels the globe looking for new street food, finding adventure and great cooking on route. Tonight, the world tour moves on to Osaka, Japan, birthplace of the sushi conveyor belt and the pot noodle. Ainsley prepares local pancake delicacy okonomiyaki, oyster tempura and udon noodles with chilli prawns and peanuts, and visits a restaurant that specialises in raw chicken, before exploring the grills of the city's Korean district. (S.1,Ep.4) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
2:20 am Who Do You Think You Are? - David Baddiel - British comedian and author David Baddiel goes in search of his industrialist Jewish family's roots in Russia's Kaliningrad. (From the UK, in English) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC WS
3:20 am Wild West With Ray Mears - Mountains - Internationally renowned bushcraft expert and survivalist, Ray Mears, explores how the awe-inspiring landscape of North America shaped the story of the Wild West. As Ray travels through each landscape, he discovers how extraordinary topography, extreme weather, wild animals and ecology presented both great opportunity and even greater challenges for Native Americans, mountain men, fur traders, wagon-masters, homesteaders, gold miners, lumberjacks, cowboys and lawmen of the Wild West. (Part 1 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
4:20 am Food Lovers' Guide To Australia - Maeve O'Meara and Joanna Savill continue to explore the best food and produce around. In this episode, genuine Italian buffalo milk mozzarella cheese; mooncakes for the August Mooncake Festival; wood-fired bread Italian-style; Lebanese salad; and a feast with the Hmong people in Tasmania. (An SBS Production) (Food Series) (Rpt) G
4:55 am Poh & Co. - Poh & Co. invites you into the always delicious world of acclaimed cook, artist and lover of life - Poh Ling Yeow. (Commissioned by SBS) (Short) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Friday August 26th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - PBS Democratic Convention Special - Special PBS coverage of the 2016 Democratic Convention.
2:00 pm Unity: Latin Tribute To Michael Jackson - Fuelled by his relentless commitment, quiet determination and passionate faith in the loving message behind much of Jackson’s music, Succar has spent the last four years carefully creating this Latin tribute to the Prince of Pop. The groundbreaking album embodies Jackson’s spirit of harmony and bringing diverse cultures together through music. (From the US, in English & Spanish) (Entertainment) (Rpt) G CC
3:00 pm The Point Review - NITV National News features the rich diversity of contemporary life within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, broadening and redefining the news and current affairs landscape. (An NITV Production)
3:30 pm Thai Street Food With David Thompson - Seafood - As dawn breaks Thailand’s fisherman are heading back in from their nightly routine with their catches to take to the market. David Thompson gets to the heart of seafood in all its wonders - fresh, dried, fermented and made into paste or sauce, they’re so many wonderful creations that contribute to cooking the perfect dish. We get to the heart of sustainable fishing and the future of seafood on a visit to Sriracha, whilst also learning the more unique ingredients that contribute to the Thai cuisine. (From Australia) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Friday August 26th, 2016
4:00 pm Thai Street Food With David Thompson - Dtam Sang Stalls - Bright lights and fresh produce displayed out front will guide you towards a dtam sang stall. Dtam sang in Thai means "made to order" food stalls or carts. David Thompson hits the night markets introducing us to some of his favourite dtam sang stalls. He also cooks up a few dishes himself, including a quick and easy Tom Yum soup, prawns roasted with vermicelli, Jap Chai with smoked duck and a Thai classic stir-fried minced beef with holy basil. It's sociable, fun and filled with lots of tasty Thai street food. (From Australia) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
4:30 pm Thai Street Food With David Thompson - Big Night Out! - The neon lights shine brightly on the bustling streets of Bangkok and the energy is palpable. The end of the day often means letting your hair down and having fun. Starting at the famous Lumpinee Stadium, David talks to the boxers about the art of Muay Thai boxing. Outside the stadium, banana roti is served to hungry patrons and David is keen to lend his hand towards making one. He also visits the VW vans that serve as bars in Soi 11. At the end of the night, David teaches us to cook a delicious spicy dish of minced duck with shallots, chillies and vegetables, to which his friends and colleagues gather round to enjoy. (From Australia) (Food Series) PG CC
5:00 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
5:30 pm Letters And Numbers - Two contestants pit their linguistic and numerical skills against each other and the clock in this entertaining quiz show. Join host Richard Morecroft along with maths whiz Lily Serna and wordsmith David Astle. (Commissioned by SBS) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm Nigella Express - Razzle Dazzle - It’s party time at Nigella's and this is one party that’s full of fast, easy, delicious make in advance recipes and simple, achievable, last minute touches to make the food table and the party itself ooze wow factor. With bite sized potato cakes and smoked salmon, delicate crab and avocado wraps, easy peasy, red pepper and chickpea hummus, Sticky sausages, and white chocolate mousses for dessert served in shot glasses. This is finger-lickingly good finger food. (S.1,Ep.12) (From the UK) (Food Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Empire Of The Tsars: Romanov Russia - Reinventing Russia - The Romanovs were the most powerful monarchs since the Middle Ages, wielding absolute power into the 20th century. Their demise was shocking and brutal, yet for most they are distant, barely understood figures. Lucy Worsley applies her characteristic insight and wit to the Romanov dynasty to create a fresh and compelling account of this most extraordinary royal family. (Part 1 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) PG CC **New Series Premiere**
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Friday August 26th, 2016
MOVIE: 8:35 pm Everything Must Go - Nick Halsey (Will Ferrell) is a career salesman whose days of being on top are long gone. On the same day that Nick is fired, for falling off the wagon one last time, he returns home to discover his wife has left him, changed the locks on their suburban home and dumped all of his possessions on the front lawn. Faced with his life imploding, Nick puts it all on the line—or more properly, on the lawn—reluctantly holding a garage sale that becomes a unique strategy for survival. Adapted and directed by Dan Rush, and based on a short story by Raymond Carver. Also starring Rebecca Hall (The Town) and Laura Dern (Little Fockers). (From the US) (Film) (Comedy) (2010) (Rpt) M(S,A,L) CC
10:25 pm SBS World News Late Edition - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production) CC
MOVIE: 11:00 pm Lol - Lola is a typical 15-year-old Parisian girl living with her single mum. When her boyfriend returns from his summer holiday with news of his unfaithfulness, Lola kicks him to the curb, claiming her own summer romance. Determined to torture her cheating ex with jealously, Lola flirts with his best friend and their relationship hots up as their class prepares to leave on an excursion to London. Nominated for a 2010 César Award for Most Promising Actress (Christa Theret). Directed by Lisa Azuelos, and also stars Sophie Marceau and Jérémy Kapone. (From France, in French) (Comedy) (2008) (Rpt) M (S,D,L)
12:50 am Coast - The Explorers' Coast - The team discovers untold tales of explorers around our shores, and far beyond, including a stop-off in Australia. In Cornwall, Nick Crane marvels at the colour illustrations of 19th-century artist William Daniell. Mark Horton reveals the story of Scottish explorer and adventurer Lachlan Macquarie, who established and named Australia. Tessa Dunlop investigates the hidden history of the Pilgrim Fathers, and Andy Torbet teams up with a group of fish-counting scientists in Scotland. We also follow the struggles of modern-day explorers competing in an extraordinary race to row around the British Isles. (Part 3 of 6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
1:55 am Coast - Offshore - Coast embarks on its first adventure to North America, exploring British connections far offshore and surprising stories in the waters just off Britain's shoreline. Nick Crane journeys to Nova Scotia in Canada, where some long-forgotten Scottish traditions are still maintained. Tessa Dunlop reveals an untold story from the Falklands war; and in the Outer Hebrides, Miranda Krestovnikoff goes in search of Britain's oldest puffin. Naval historian Nick Hewitt uncovers the history of Nab Tower, a lighthouse near Portsmouth. Also in this episode, Coast learns how British sea burials are conducted. (S.9,Ep.4) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
2:55 am Lost Kingdoms Of South America - Kingdom Of The Desert - In the spectacular deserts of coastal Peru, archaeologist Dr Jago Cooper explores the dramatic rise and fall of Chimor, the first empire of South America. His journey begins among the ruins of a vast lost city once home to an all-powerful monarchy, whose subjects transformed the desert landscape, created gold and silver treasures, and believed so strongly in the power of their gods that they made the most shocking of sacrifices. Chimor thrived despite facing some of the most extreme climate conditions in the world - but not even this powerful empire could withstand the forces that eventually destroyed it. (Final) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Friday August 26th, 2016
4:00 am Secrets Of The Irish Landscape - Derek discovers how humans and particularly Ireland's first farmers around 6,000 years ago, completely altered the Irish landscape. New scientific research now shows how the population of Ireland was almost wiped out by dramatic weather events around 4,000 years ago. (Part 2 of 3) (From Ireland) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Saturday August 27th, 2016
5:00 am CCTV English News - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV) in Beijing, the nation's largest national broadcasting network.
5:30 am NHK World English News - News from Japan's Broadcasting Corporation, NHK, delivering the latest in business, technology, health, environmental and world news, in English.
6:00 am France 24 English News - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events, in English.
6:30 am Deutsche Welle English News - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin, in English.
7:00 am Al Jazeera English News - News via satellite from Al Jazeera Satellite Network, Qatar, in English.
7:30 am Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.
8:10 am Filipino News - News via satellite from ABS-CBN Manila, in Tagalog, no subtitles.
8:40 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.
9:30 am Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.
10:30 am German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.
11:00 am Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.
12:00 pm Arabic News - News via satellite from DRTV Dubai, in Arabic, no subtitles.
12:30 pm Turkish News - News via satellite from TRT Turkey, in Turkish, no subtitles.
1:00 pm PBS Newshour - PBS Democratic Convention Special - Special PBS coverage of the 2016 Democratic Convention.
2:00 pm Small Business Secrets - Take a look at how small businesses should plan for the future: from a five-generation Italian fruit and veg shop in Sydney's inner west, to the guys who turned the online wine industry on its head. (S.1 Ep.4) (An SBS Production) (Class. tba) CC
2:30 pm SBS Flashback - As the melting pot bubbles away, many more Australians are choosing to marry outside their ethnic background. At no other time are cultural traditions celebrated with such passion as at a wedding. (From Australia) (Short) (Rpt) G CC
2:40 pm The Lala Road - Young Chinese lesbians make their way along a difficult path, rejecting traditional ideas about marriage and family to be with the women they love. (From Australia, in Mandarin and English) (Short) (Rpt) PG CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Saturday August 27th, 2016
2:50 pm The March - A compelling documentary by acclaimed filmmaker John Akomfrah on the renowned and historic 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom on 28 August 1963 was a watershed moment in the American civil rights movement that brought together a huge coalition of powerful and revered civil rights organisations, labour unions and leaders.Told by the people who organised it and were part of it, this documentary goes behind the scenes to reveal what it took to stage such an event. Featuring interviews with the key players, from civil rights activists and celebrity supporters, to Kennedy administration officials. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) PG CC
4:00 pm The Classic Car Show - Few cars spark so much heated debate as the MGB but Quentin reckons we’ve misjudged MG’s best-selling sports car. Despite sales success in Britain and America the MGB has become the butt of classic car jokes, driven by car bores with flat-caps and facial hair. Quentin asks us to reconsider this stylish cheap and under- appreciated classic. Alex Riley takes the trip of a lifetime to watch legend and childhood hero Derek Bell get back into his Porsche 962 and compete in the Group C support race at Le Mans. The trip takes on very special significance when we discover this will be Derek’s last race at Le Mans. (S.1,Ep.6) (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
5:00 pm Cycling: La Vuelta Highlights - Daily highlights of the 2016 La Vuelta a Espana, with all the action from the tour of Spain. (From Spain) (Sport) (Cycling)
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Saturday August 27th, 2016 EASTERN STATES (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS)
5:30 pm Who Do You Think You Are? - Bruce Forsyth - British television personality Bruce Forsyth receives a letter from an American woman who claims to be related to Bruce through his great-grandfather, Joseph Forsyth Johnson. The letter suggests that Johnson was married to two women at the same time and that he died at sea. Determined to uncover his great-grandfather’s secret history, Bruce’s investigation takes him from London to New York and on to the American South. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Million Dollar American Princesses - Cash for Class - They were some of America's richest women, but their 'new money' made them outcast in New York society. In Britain their money brought them many aristocratic admirers, who saw in them not just beauty, glamour and sophistication, but a way to pay off their indebted estates. Fronted by Downton Abbey's Elizabeth McGovern, this ambitious series brings to life the stories of these 'Dollar Princesses' the romance, the heartbreak, the secrets, the scandals and their enduring legacy. (Part 1 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) PG CC **New Series Premiere**
8:30 pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Fair Isle To Foula: “So Far, So Good” - In the first episode of Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands, Paul Murton sets out to visit the myriad of islands that hug our coastline. He heads straight for Britain’s two remotest island communities, Foula and Fair Isle in Shetland. Paul makes a nerve wracking visit to “Da Sneck o’ da Smallie” – a ravine in the cliffs of Foula which leads through to the island’s Atlantic shore. On Fair Isle, Paul attempts to spot rare birds before meeting some of the knitters behind the beautiful patterns which have made Fair Isle world famous. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
9:00 pm Premier League - Tottenham v Liverpool - Lucy Zelic and Craig Foster host live coverage of the biggest league in the world. (Sport) (Football) **Live**
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Saturday August 27th, 2016 CENTRAL STATES (SOUTH AUSTRALIA & NORTHERN TERRITORY)
5:30 pm Who Do You Think You Are? - Bruce Forsyth - British television personality Bruce Forsyth receives a letter from an American woman who claims to be related to Bruce through his great-grandfather, Joseph Forsyth Johnson. The letter suggests that Johnson was married to two women at the same time and that he died at sea. Determined to uncover his great-grandfather’s secret history, Bruce’s investigation takes him from London to New York and on to the American South. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
6:30 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:30 pm Million Dollar American Princesses - Cash for Class - They were some of America's richest women, but their 'new money' made them outcast in New York society. In Britain their money brought them many aristocratic admirers, who saw in them not just beauty, glamour and sophistication, but a way to pay off their indebted estates. Fronted by Downton Abbey's Elizabeth McGovern, this ambitious series brings to life the stories of these 'Dollar Princesses' the romance, the heartbreak, the secrets, the scandals and their enduring legacy. (Part 1 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) PG CC **New Series Premiere**
8:30 pm Premier League - Tottenham v Liverpool - Lucy Zelic and Craig Foster host live coverage of the biggest league in the world. (Sport) (Football) **Live**
11:20 pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Fair Isle To Foula: “So Far, So Good” - In the first episode of Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands, Paul Murton sets out to visit the myriad of islands that hug our coastline. He heads straight for Britain’s two remotest island communities, Foula and Fair Isle in Shetland. Paul makes a nerve wracking visit to “Da Sneck o’ da Smallie” – a ravine in the cliffs of Foula which leads through to the island’s Atlantic shore. On Fair Isle, Paul attempts to spot rare birds before meeting some of the knitters behind the beautiful patterns which have made Fair Isle world famous. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Saturday August 27th, 2016 WESTERN AUSTRALIA
5:30 pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands - Fair Isle To Foula: “So Far, So Good” - In the first episode of Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands, Paul Murton sets out to visit the myriad of islands that hug our coastline. He heads straight for Britain’s two remotest island communities, Foula and Fair Isle in Shetland. Paul makes a nerve wracking visit to “Da Sneck o’ da Smallie” – a ravine in the cliffs of Foula which leads through to the island’s Atlantic shore. On Fair Isle, Paul attempts to spot rare birds before meeting some of the knitters behind the beautiful patterns which have made Fair Isle world famous. (From the UK) (Documentary) (Rpt) G CC
6:00 pm SBS World News - Up-to-date reports and analysis of the major national and international news stories of the day in Australia's only world news service. (An SBS Production)
7:00 pm Premier League - Tottenham v Liverpool - Lucy Zelic and Craig Foster host live coverage of the biggest league in the world. (Sport) (Football) **Live**
9:50 pm Million Dollar American Princesses - Cash for Class - They were some of America's richest women, but their 'new money' made them outcast in New York society. In Britain their money brought them many aristocratic admirers, who saw in them not just beauty, glamour and sophistication, but a way to pay off their indebted estates. Fronted by Downton Abbey's Elizabeth McGovern, this ambitious series brings to life the stories of these 'Dollar Princesses' the romance, the heartbreak, the secrets, the scandals and their enduring legacy. (Part 1 of 3) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) PG CC **New Series Premiere**
10:40 pm Who Do You Think You Are? - Bruce Forsyth - British television personality Bruce Forsyth receives a letter from an American woman who claims to be related to Bruce through his great-grandfather, Joseph Forsyth Johnson. The letter suggests that Johnson was married to two women at the same time and that he died at sea. Determined to uncover his great-grandfather’s secret history, Bruce’s investigation takes him from London to New York and on to the American South. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) G CC
SBS Program Guide – Week 35 (2016)
Saturday August 27th, 2016 ALL MARKETS REJOIN
11:50 pm Masters Of Sex - Through A Glass, Darkly - Nora, Masters’ prize surrogate, and Lester both have missteps in the protocol, leading to Johnson’s overt objection to the program. Libby’s birthday approaches and both men in her life try their best to please her and Tessa explores what sex really means to her, having grown up on the fringes of Masters and Johnson’s clinic. (S.3,Ep.10) (From the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(S,L) CC
12:50 am Masters Of Sex - Party Of Four - Masters, Johnson, Logan and his wife gather in New York for a painful dinner in which agendas collide, truths are exposed and no relationship emerges in the state it entered. At home, Libby is faced with a startling accusation that threatens her family’s foundation. (S.3,Ep.11) (From the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(A) CC
1:50 am Masters Of Sex - Full Ten Count - As Johnson is trying to escape her chaotic life for a few days, Libby asks her for help when Dennis Daughtry’s mother demands money in exchange for calling off the police investigation into her husband’s alleged inappropriate contact with her son. As Dan Logan returns from Mexico after getting a divorce only to find Johnson unwilling to marry him and recommitted to working with Masters, the police charge Masters and Johnson with running a prostitution ring, citing Nora’s clandestine recording of the rent arrangement. (Final) (S.3,Ep.12) (From the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(S,A) CC
2:50 am Witnesses - This thrilling new French drama based in the North of France follows female detective, Sandra Winckler, who is investigating a wave of strange murders that are linked to a former crime squad legend, Paul Maisonneuve; a man who is now retired but forced to return to duty. Desecrated graves, dead bodies dug up and left in model homes and every time, the same ritual: a woman, a man, a teenager, who weren't related but who form a new family. Amid the bodies, a photo: the one of Paul Maisonneuve, a crime squad legend in the North of France, now retired but forced to return to duty. Who is digging up the bodies? Who is leaving them in model homes and why? (S.1,Ep.1) (From France, in French) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(L,A)
3:50 am Witnesses - Paul Maisonneuve and Sandra Winckler, two chalk-and-cheese cops, are faced with the show-home case. A victim of attempted homicide, Paul Maisonneuve is a mysterious man. What secret is he hiding? Who from his past could be guilty party, most- wanted by every police officer in northern France? (S.1,Ep.2) (From France, in French) (Drama Series) (Rpt) M(L,A)
4:55 am Poh & Co. - Poh & Co. invites you into the always delicious world of acclaimed cook, artist and lover of life - Poh Ling Yeow. (Commissioned by SBS) (Short) (Rpt) G CC