Program Guide

Week 36 Sunday August 30th, 2015

5:20 am Latin American News - News via satellite from Television National de Chile, in Spanish, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Maltese News - News from Public Broadcasting Services Limited, Malta, in Maltese, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:00 am PopAsia - Features back-to-back videos from artists across Asia and all the latest news and interviews from the Korean, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese pop scenes. Hosted by Jamaica dela Cruz and Andy Trieu. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) PG

11:00 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:30 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Movie: Look For a Star - Inspired by the relationship between casino tycoon Stanley Ho and his fourth wife, Angela Leong, this romantic comedy stars Andy Lau as a billionaire who falls in love with a feisty casino dealer played by Shu Qi. Nominated for two 2010 Hong Kong Film Awards. Directed by Andrew Lau Wai-Keung, and also stars Denise Ho and Zhang Hanyu. (From Hong Kong, in Cantonese and Mandarin) (Romance) (2009) (Rpt) PG

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Sunday August 30th, 2015

3:05 pm The Tim Ferriss Experiment - Brazilian Jiu -Jitsu - Best-selling author and life-hacker Tim Ferriss pushes himself to the edge, deconstructing and decoding tough-to-master tasks. This week, Tim tackles jiu-jitsu with help from world champion Marcelo Garcia. Then he joins friend Josh Waitzkin to learn how chess players in Washington Square Park can help his jiu-jitsu training. (S.1,Ep.4) (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

3:30 pm Brazil's Next Top Model - Gisele Bündchen, Adriana Lima, Alessandra Ambrósio are just some of many Brazilian women who have made a huge impact on the fashion world. Go back to where it all started with season one, as a group of girls reside in a luxury mansion in Sao Paulo while competing for the title of Brazil's Next Top Model. Hosted by Fernanda Motta. (From Brazil, in Portuguese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG

4:30 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) G **New episode**

5:30 pm Athletics: IAAF World Championships 2015 - Highlights of the IAAF World Championships in Athletics from the Beijing National Stadium, Beijing, China. (Sport)

6:35 pm Kung Fu Motion - Beijing Opera - One of the cultural icons of Beijing is its Opera. Harry Yuan gets a chance to learn the moves of the Monkey King or Sun Wukong, a beloved character featured in the Opera. Under Master Zhang Si Quan, Harry learns that being Sun Wukong isn’t simply monkeying around. He is required to memorise his steps, and learn to move facial muscles just to ape the characters actions. Harry has to do this to live music played by a Chinese orchestra. (S.1,Ep.5) (From the US, in English and Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) PG **Final**

7:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

8:30 pm South Park - Cock Magic - Kenny excels at playing the game, Magic: The Gathering. He has the boys’ full attention until a new, hard-core activity gets in the way. When Wendy tries to get Stan to pay attention to what she’s doing, she realises that what he does with his guy friends always comes first. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A,L,S)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Sunday August 30th, 2015

9:00 pm Drunk History - Chicago - Host Derek Waters, along with an ever-changing cast of inebriated actors and comedians, travels across the States to re-enact the rich historical tales that every city has to offer. Tonight, Al Capone gets destroyed by an unlikely enemy, prairie lawyer Abraham Lincoln gets a huge break, and the police go to war with protestors during the Haymarket Riot. Guest stars Ike Barinholtz, Joe Lo Truglio and Matt Besser. (S.1,Ep.3) (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A,L)

9:30 pm South Park - Margaritaville - In a parody of the final weeks of Christ's life, South Park goes into hysterics over the failing economy, but Kyle begins preaching that there is no reason for fear. Meanwhile, Stan unsuccessfully tries to return his dad's margarita machine. (S.13,Ep.3) (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(A) CC

10:00 pm Ali G: Remixed - Creator and star Sacha Baron Cohen provides original introductions to episodes of his BAFTA Award-winning comedy series ‘Da Ali G Show’ and ‘The Best of Ali G’, featuring the characters of British hip-hop enthusiast Ali G, Kazakhstani TV reporter Borat and Austrian fashion expert Brüno. One nation. Under G - Booyakasha! (From the UK) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(S,L)

10:25 pm Sex Toys: Frisky Business - Rabbits - Sex toy ideas often come from the most unexpected quarter. In this episode the company launches a ‘Design a Sex Toy’ competition. It’s a chance for the public to submit their own toy ideas. Previous competitions have yielded worldwide best sellers and lot of laughs. This year is no exception. Elsewhere, web TV presenter Annabelle produces her very own range of sex toys and the returns department is overrun with rabbit vibrators when the company launches a used toy ‘amnesty’. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Part 2 of 6) (Rpt) MA(S)

11:20 pm Naked News: Uncovered! - The Girl with the Butterfly Tattoo - This hilarious, behind- the-scenes series chronicles the struggles of a TV network to get ’hot’ again as it follows a dysfunctional news team who’ve made it their life’s ambition to produce the Naked News. Tonight, the staff are challenged to cover the US election in a fresh way and a potential anchor, with a secret to hide, is auditioned. (S.1,Ep.4) (From Canada, in English) (Documentary Series) MA(N) CC **New Episode**

11:50 pm In Her Skin - Mystery, love, scandal, a psychic dog called Pacho, two murdered souls fighting for the control of one body, plus an attractive Spanish man called Deigo. This series is one of USA Spanish language network Telemundo’s most addictive, action packed telenovelas. (From US, in Spanish) (Drama Series) PG

12:40 am In Her Skin - Mystery, love, scandal, a psychic dog called Pacho, two murdered souls fighting for the control of one body, plus an attractive Spanish man called Deigo. This series is one of USA Spanish language network Telemundo’s most addictive, action packed telenovelas. (From US, in Spanish) (Drama Series) PG

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Sunday August 30th, 2015

1:30 am Movie: The Good Life - A thought-provoking depiction of life in the Chilean city of Santiago, following four characters who struggle to reach their goals, but each of them obtains something unexpected and different from what they wanted. Winner of the Goya Award for Best Spanish Language Foreign Film in 2009. Directed by Andrés Wood and stars Roberto Farias, Aline Küppenheim and Eduardo Paxeco. (From Chile, in Spanish) (Drama) (2008) (Rpt) M(L,N,S)

3:15 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Monday August 31st, 2015

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Latin American News - News via satellite from Television National de Chile, in Spanish, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:00 pm Brain Games - Power of Persuasion - Facts and fun come together to teach us exactly what lies within your brain. This series examines the secrets to good and evil, strange pathways that connect you to your body, and a hidden ‘you’ controlling your actions without you even realising it. Delve into topics like focus, fear, persuasion, decision- making and neural fitness and turn your mind’s eye inwards, for an entertaining and revealing journey. (S.2,Ep.2) (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G **Encore** SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Monday August 31st, 2015

4:35 pm Vs. Arashi - In this highly physical game and variety show, Japanese pop idols Arashi pit their wits, strength and courage against a different team of entertainers or sportspeople every week. The battles are intense as the teams compete for points and very cool prizes. (From Japan, in Japanese) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

5:30 pm Athletics: IAAF World Championships 2015 - Highlights of the IAAF World Championships in Athletics from the Beijing National Stadium, Beijing, China. (Sport)

6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm The Office - Pool Party - Robert California throws a party for the Dunder Mifflin staff at his house before he sells it because of his divorce. At the party, Erin and Dwight agree to flirt with each other to make Andy jealous, and Jim tries in vain to duck out early. Stars Ed Helms, James Spader and Rainn Wilson. (S.8,Ep.12) (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG(S) **New Episode**

8:30 pm Movie: The Warriors - In 1979, a charismatic leader summons the street gangs of New York in a bid to take over the city. When he is killed, the Warriors are falsely blamed and now must fight their way home while every other gang is hunting them down to kill them. Directed by Walter Hill and stars Michael Beck, James Remar and Dorsey Wright. (From the US) (Thriller) (1979) (Class tba) **Premiere**

10:20 pm Movie: Baby Boy - The story revolves around Jody, a young, unemployed black man who won't leave the nest of his mother’s home, even though he has a son and a daughter by two different women. Jody is a mama's boy and when his mom's new boyfriend, an ex- con, moves into their house, the tension between them reaches boiling point. Directed by John Singleton and stars Tyrese Gibson, Taraji P. Henson and Ving Rhames. (From the US) (Comedy) (2001) MA(V,S,L) **Premiere**

12:40 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Monday August 31st, 2015

1:10 am Kill Arman - Brazil: Brazilian Jiu -jitsu - Brazilian Jiu-jitsu is the world’s most effective wrestling art. Arman trains with the multiple world champion, master Fabio Gurgel, in the legendary Alliance Club, explores Brazil’s obsession with plastic surgery and visits the dangerous Brazilian slums, known as favelas. Finally, Arman has to fight three different Brazilian Jiu-jitsu world champions. (From Finland, in English) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) M(A)

1:35 am The Dudesons in America - American Frontiersmen - The Dudesons head to the snowy mountains of America’s West to see if they can survive the harsh winter conditions that pioneers had to deal with in the 1800s. Along for the ride is mountain-man Steve, who helps them as they attempt to make it through a series of crazy stunts. From removing a frozen tongue stuck to a flagpole to jumping across a mountain pass - we’ll see if the boys from Finland are worthy of receiving coonskin hats that would make Davy Crockett himself proud. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) MA(A)

2:05 am Movie: You Will Be Mine - Marie leaves home to study the piano at the conservatory in Lyon. Through lack of money, she is obliged to share an apartment with Emma, a friend of the family who has lived alone since the death of her father. The two young women develop a strange fascination for one another, which soon develops into an intense mutual need. Directed by Sophie Laloy and stars Isild Le Besco, Judith Davis and Fabienne Babe. (From France, in French) (Drama) (2008) (Rpt) M(S,L,N)

3:50 am RT News In English From Moscow - RT from Moscow delivers the latest news and current affairs from around the world including special reports and entertainment news. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Tuesday September 1st, 2015

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Ukrainian News - Ukrainian News from the National Television Company of Ukraine in Kyiv, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:00 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Tuesday September 1st, 2015

4:30 pm India's Dancing Superstar - This is the ultimate dance battle between India’s best dancers, as they perform to win the hearts of the country with their superlative talent. The show’s philosophy is simple: dance is an expression of emotion and so everybody who has a passion for dance is welcome to perform on the program. Showcasing the best solo dancers and groups, the show covers all styles from Bollywood to hip-hop, and contemporary to Latin. Judges include Ashley Lobo, who trained at Sydney Dance Company, choreographer Geeta Kapur, and actor Riteish Deshmukh. (From India, in Hindi) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

5:35 pm American Ninja Warrior - Midwest Regional Qualifying Round (Part 2) - This action- packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The program is hosted by Matt Iseman and skier Jonny Moseley, along with sideline reporter Angela Sun. The series covers the qualifying rounds and finals from six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami. The national finals will be held in Las Vegas, on a course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG

6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm The Office - Jury Duty - Jim gets caught in a lie about his week of ‘jury duty’, and new questions emerge when Angela gives birth to a ‘premature’ baby. Stars Ed Helms, James Spader and Rainn Wilson. (S.8,Ep.13) (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG(S) **New Episode**

8:30 pm The Notorious - The Comeback - Over six months, this series will delve into the rapidly expanding world of MMA, and through Conor McGregor’s eyes, will explore the physical and mental strain a fighter has to go through to become an Ultimate Fighting Champion. From Dublin, to Rio, Las Vegas and finally Boston, we see how both McGregor’s reputation and skills in the octagon are matched by a personality and charisma that has captured the imagination of fight fans worldwide. In the first episode, we find McGregor recovering from a knee injury as he battles through gruelling physio and training for his first fight in ten months. (From Ireland) (Documentary Series) (Part 1 of 6) (Class tba) **New Series Premiere**

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Tuesday September 1st, 2015

9:00 pm Superstar DJs with Annie Mac - Tiësto - This new six-part series explores the cultural phenomenon of the superstar DJ, hosted by one of modern dance music’s most influential authorities: broadcaster and radio DJ Annie Mac. Annie sets out to explore the meteoric rise of five of the most successful DJs of our time. She joins them on a seemingly never-ending combination of sound stages, private jets, hotel lobbies, studios and arenas full of fans, taking in Ibiza, Vegas, Miami and everywhere in between. Annie begins her journey with a look at one of the biggest and most successful superstar DJs of them all - Dutchman Tijs Michiel Verwest, better known as Tiësto. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Part 1 of 6) PG **New Series Premiere**

9:30 pm Holland’s Hope - There is a House in Holland - After losing his job and his father, forensic psychiatrist Fokke Augustinus takes his dysfunctional family to his father's mansion in the countryside in Groningen where he discovers a giant marijuana plantation hidden among the crops. Fokke will need to draw on all his forensic skills when he finds himself face to face with the criminal gang who owns the plantation. Stars Marcel Hensema, Kim van Kooten and Martijn Lakemeier. (S.1,Ep.1) (From the Netherlands, in Dutch) (Drama Series) M(L) **New Series Premiere**

10:30 pm 12 Monkeys - Tomorrow - In Chechnya in 2017, Cole witnesses the early days of the plague all over again, while Cassie looks for keys to creating a vaccine. In 2043, Ramse seeks to protect his family while Jones resorts to extreme measures to gain the power core from Foster. The beginning of Cole and Ramse's involvement with Project Splinter is revealed. Stars Aaron Stanford and Amanda Schull. (S.1,Ep.9) (From the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(V) **Encore**

11:20 pm South Park - Butters’ Very Own Episode - When Butters’ mum asks him to spy on his dad to find out what he is getting her for their anniversary, Butters catches his dad ‘wrestling’ with another man in a gay bathhouse. To protect Butters from the truth, his mum tries to drown him, but he lives to teach his parents a lesson. (From the US) (Animated Comedy Series) (Rpt) M(S,A) CC

11:50 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

12:20 am Kill Arman - Japan: Kyokushin Karate - Arman travels to the mountains of Middle- Japan to train with the legendary 9th Dan karate master Matshushima. Arman also explores the world of Japanese child fighters, visits the mysterious suicide forest of Aokigahara, and finds out about Japanese capsule hotels. Finally, Arman has to fight three different Kyokushin karate black belts. (From Finland, in English) (Entertainment series) (Rpt) M(A)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Tuesday September 1st, 2015

12:50 am The Dudesons in America - Armed Forces - The Dudesons know something that most Americans don't - their so-called friendly neighbour to the north, Canada, intends to invade American soil! In order to save America, the Dudesons train for battle through a series of physical tests, preparing them to become the first line of defence against the dreaded maple leaf. They have rubber bands snapped in their faces, get chased by attack animals, and swing down ropes into a wall - and that’s just the training. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) MA(A)

1:15 am Movie: District B13: Ultimatum - Three years on, Damien and Leito return to District 13 on a mission to bring peace to the troubled sector. Set in a dystopian suburbia of the future, the neighbourhood is controlled by five warring gangs. After the violence reaches epic levels, Damien and Leito hit the streets to try to stop the district from being totally destroyed. Directed by Patrick Alessandrin and stars Cyril Raffaelli, David Belle and Philippe Torreton. (From France, in French) (Action/Adventure) (2009) (Rpt) M(V,L)

3:05 am France 24 News In English From Paris - International news and current affairs television from Paris, offering a French perspective on world events. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Wednesday September 2nd, 2015

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Ukrainian News - Ukrainian News from the National Television Company of Ukraine in Kyiv, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:00 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Wednesday September 2nd, 2015

4:30 pm India's Dancing Superstar - This is the ultimate dance battle between India’s best dancers, as they perform to win the hearts of the country with their superlative talent. The show’s philosophy is simple: dance is an expression of emotion and so everybody who has a passion for dance is welcome to perform on the program. Showcasing the best solo dancers and groups, the show covers all styles from Bollywood to hip-hop, and contemporary to Latin. Judges include Ashley Lobo, who trained at Sydney Dance Company, choreographer Geeta Kapur, and actor Riteish Deshmukh. (From India, in Hindi and English) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

5:35 pm American Ninja Warrior - Finals: Region 2 - This action-packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The program is hosted by Matt Iseman and skier Jonny Moseley, along with sideline reporter Angela Sun. The series covers the qualifying rounds and finals from six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami. The national finals will be held in Las Vegas, on a course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG

6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm The Office - Special Project - Andy puts Dwight in charge of a special project in Tallahassee, but Dwight doesn't like the team Andy's assembled for him. Meanwhile, Darryl tries to figure out the meaning of Val's Valentine's gift. Stars Ed Helms, James Spader and Rainn Wilson. (S.8,Ep.14) (From the US) (Comedy Series) PG **New Episode**

8:30 pm Movie: Spring Breakers - Brit, Candy, Cotty and Faith have been best friends since grade school. They live together in a boring college dorm and are hungry for adventure. All they have to do is save enough money for spring break to get their shot at having some real fun. Then a chance encounter with a rapper promises to provide the girls with all the thrills and excitement they could hope for. Directed by Harmony Korine and stars Vanessa Hudgens, Selena Gomez and James Franco. (From the US) (Drama) (2012) MA(V,S,L,D) **Premiere**

10:15 pm Movie: Half Baked - This high-as-a-kite comedy centres around three hapless New York City friends who turn to dealing drugs after their friend and roommate is arrested for accidentally killing a police horse. Directed by Tamra Davis and stars Dave Chappelle, Guillermo Díaz and Jim Breuer. (From the US) (Comedy) (1998) MA(D) **Premiere**

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Wednesday September 2nd, 2015

11:45 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

12:15 am Kill Arman - USA: Mixed Martial Arts - Mixed Martial Arts is the world’s most popular modern martial art, and Arman travels to Las Vegas to the legendary Xtreme Couture gym, to train with some of the world’s best MMA-fighters. Arman also explores the dark Las Vegas underworld of compulsive gambling, and visits a legal brothel. Finally, Arman has to fight Martin Kampmann, one of world’s top MMA fighters. From Finland, in English) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) M(A,N,L) (Final)

12:45 am The Dudesons in America - Alien Invasion - From watching too many movies, the Dudesons are convinced that an alien attack against the world is imminent. To protect the human race from such an event, the Dudesons get to work creating the ultimate weapon: a powerful Robot Man. In their lab, the Dudesons build and test the Robot Man’s body armour, flamethrowers and a jet pack to thwart the alien foes. Once completed, Robot Man patrols downtown Roswell in his custom-built battlewagon, culminating in showdown with an invading alien army. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) MA(A)

1:10 am Movie: The Warlords - A heroic tale of three blood brothers and their struggle in the midst of war and political upheaval. In the autumn of 1870, General Pang Qingyun of the imperial army wants to end war and restore peace to the land. But to do so he must first rise to power. To help him achieve his goal, he joins two bandits Zhao Er-Hu and Jiang Wuyang, and the three become sworn brothers. Directed by Peter Chan and stars Jet Li, Andy Lau and Takeshi Kaneshiro. (From China, in Mandarin) (Action/Adventure) (2007) (Rpt) MAV(V)

3:10 am DW News In English From Berlin - News and analysis of the top international and European news and current affairs from Berlin. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Thursday September 3rd, 2015

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Maltese News - News from Public Broadcasting Services Limited, Malta, in Maltese, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:00 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Thursday September 3rd, 2015

4:30 pm India's Dancing Superstar - This is the ultimate dance battle between India’s best dancers, as they perform to win the hearts of the country with their superlative talent. The show’s philosophy is simple: dance is an expression of emotion and so everybody who has a passion for dance is welcome to perform on the program. Showcasing the best solo dancers and groups, the show covers all styles from Bollywood to hip-hop, and contemporary to Latin. Judges include Ashley Lobo, who trained at Sydney Dance Company, choreographer Geeta Kapur, and actor Riteish Deshmukh. (From India, in Hindi and English) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

5:35 pm American Ninja Warrior - Northeast Regional Qualifying Round (Part 1) - This action- packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The program is hosted by Matt Iseman and skier Jonny Moseley, along with sideline reporter Angela Sun. The series covers the qualifying rounds and finals from six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami. The national finals will be held in Las Vegas, on a course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG

6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

7:30 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm Dara O Briain: School of Hard Sums - Guest comedians Tim Key and Alex Horne pit their common sense against Dara’s mathematically-minded brain as they battle it out to solve puzzles and problems set by Professor Marcus du Sautoy. Today’s theme is, ‘How Maths Can Take You All the Way’. (S.2,Ep.8) (From the UK and Japan) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

8:35 pm Mythbusters - Painting with Explosives/Bifurcated Boat - Tonight, the Mythbusters team scan the archives for the myths that got away. For Adam and Jamie it’s a blast from the past, as they mix explosives and paint, finding out if you can coat a room with a boom. Meanwhile, Kari, Tory and Grant tackle the most accursed myth ever on the show. Based on a viral photo of a boat being split in half by a channel marker, they attempt to replicate this myth on water, after a previous attempt on land had failed. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG CC

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Thursday September 3rd, 2015

9:30 pm Mistaken For Strangers - In 2010, rock band The National were about to embark on the biggest tour of their career. After ten years as a band, and five critically acclaimed albums, they were finally enjoying wider recognition. Lead singer Matt Berninger invited his younger brother Tom to join the tour's crew. A budding horror filmmaker, Tom - who is nine years younger than Matt and listens exclusively to heavy metal - decided to bring his camera along. Tom's all at sea in the world of indie rock, and living in his brother's shadow brings out the younger sibling in him - he drinks, complains, and struggles to balance his ambition with his tour responsibilities. The result is a truly hilarious and touching film about brothers and about making something of your own. (From the US) (Documentary) M(L) **Premiere**

10:55 pm Downloaded - Fans loved it, Metallica and Dr Dre vowed to destroy it, and after three years plundering the catalogues of the music behemoths, Napster was bankrupt. But the story of the toll it took can only be told now. Napster's rocketing rise to global fame and its spectacular crash in the largest corporate lawsuit in history, is chronicled in this insightful and fascinating documentary. Featuring past and present interviews with Fanning and Parker, as well as musicians Noel Gallagher, Henry Rollins, Beastie Boy Mike D and more, Downloaded reflects on the media circus surrounding music piracy's bloody birth. (From the US) (Documentary) (Rpt) M(L)

12:50 am The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

1:20 am The Dudesons in America - Winter Games - Being from the Arctic cold of Finland, the Dudesons are no strangers to freezing conditions and pride themselves on kicking ass in winter sports. But there can only be one ‘King of the Mountain’, so they have devised a series of stunts to test who among them is worthy of attempting a huge final stunt: jumping a car from a snow kicker and doing a 360 spin! The locals and a surprise mystery guest will watch as the Dudesons go for it in big mountain country. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) MA(A)

1:45 am Movie: Children of Glory - In 1956, while Soviet tanks were destroying Hungary, the Hungarian water polo team faced off against the Russians at the Olympic Games in Melbourne. Taking place in Budapest and Melbourne, this film follows the events surrounding what was to become known as one of the bloodiest water polo matches in the sport's history. Directed by Krisztina Goda and stars Kata Dobo, Ivan Fenyo and Sandor Csanyi. (From Hungary, in Hungarian) (Drama) (2006) (Rpt) MAV(V) CC

3:55 am NHK World News In English From Tokyo - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Friday September 4th, 2015

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am DW Global 3000 - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Italian News - News via satellite from RAI Rome in Italian, no subtitles.

1:35 pm German News - News via satellite from DW Berlin, in German, no subtitles.

2:05 pm Spanish News - News via satellite from RTVE Madrid, in Spanish, no subtitles.

3:05 pm Greek News From Cyprus - News via satellite from CyBC Cyprus, in Greek, no subtitles.

4:00 pm The Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Friday September 4th, 2015

4:30 pm India's Dancing Superstar - This is the ultimate dance battle between India’s best dancers, as they perform to win the hearts of the country with their superlative talent. The show’s philosophy is simple: dance is an expression of emotion and so everybody who has a passion for dance is welcome to perform on the program. Showcasing the best solo dancers and groups, the show covers all styles from Bollywood to hip-hop, and contemporary to Latin. Judges include Ashley Lobo, who trained at Sydney Dance Company, choreographer Geeta Kapur, and actor Riteish Deshmukh. (From India, in Hindi and English) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

5:35 pm American Ninja Warrior - Northeast Regional Qualifying Round (Part 2 - This action- packed series follows competitors as they tackle the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. The program is hosted by Matt Iseman and skier Jonny Moseley, along with sideline reporter Angela Sun. The series covers the qualifying rounds and finals from six regional competitions held in three locations: Venice Beach, Dallas, and Miami. The national finals will be held in Las Vegas, on a course modelled after the famed Mount Midoriyama. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) PG

6:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Rpt) G

7:30 pm Friday Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production)

8:00 pm Brain Games - Focus Pocus - Facts and fun come together to teach us exactly what lies within your brain. This series examines the secrets to good and evil, strange pathways that connect you to your body, and a hidden ‘you’ controlling your actions without you even realising it. Delve into topics like focus, fear, persuasion, decision-making and neural fitness and turn your mind’s eye inwards, for an entertaining and revealing journey. (From the US) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

8:30 pm Close Up Kings - Miami - This week the Kings head down to Miami, Florida, to surprise the locals with their close up magic. First, they head to a cocktail bar in Little Havana where they instantly light everyone's cigar, make cocktails change colour, and transport themselves from behind the bar to the street out front. Then they’re off to the Miami Beach gym to show the muscle heads that you don’t need super strength if you have magic on your side. Everybody watches in amazement as the kings lift hundreds of kilograms without breaking a sweat. Finally, they travel to the Miami Speedway where Loki is blindfolded and does the unthinkable - crosses the Speedway as actual cars whiz by! (S.1,Ep.4) (From the US) (Entertainment Series) PG(S) **New Episode**

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Friday September 4th, 2015

9:25 pm 12 Monkeys - Divine Move - Forces come to a head when Ramse takes measures to protect his newfound family, leaving Cole to deal with the fallout. Stars Aaron Stanford and Amanda Schull. (S.1,Ep.9) (From the US) (Drama Series) MA(V) **New Episode**

10:15 pm From Dusk Till Dawn - Self-Contained - After a daring escape from the motel, Seth leads the Fuller’s RV to the border crossing. As an irrational fear takes hold of Richie, Jacob Fuller takes control of a volatile situation, determined to get his children safely across the border. Stars D.J. Cotrona, Zane Holtz and Jesse Garcia. (S.1,Ep.5) (From the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(V)

11:05 pm From Dusk Till Dawn - Place of Dead Roads - The Gecko brothers and the Fuller family enter the Titty Twister and find more than they bargained for, as Seth senses his deal with Carlos may be slipping away. Meanwhile, Texas Ranger Freddie Gonzalez tracks his quarry to the last stop before Hell. Stars D.J. Cotrona, Zane Holtz and Jesse Garcia. (S.1,Ep.6) (From the US) (Drama Series) (Rpt) MA(A,V)

12:00 am Friday Feed - Marc Fennell, Patrick Abboud, Jeanette Francis and Andy Park discuss the latest in news, technology and culture, adding a fresh perspective on the latest local and international headlines. (An SBS Production) (Rpt)

12:30 am PopAsia - Features back-to-back videos from artists across Asia and all the latest news and interviews from the Korean, Japanese, Mandarin and Cantonese pop scenes. Hosted by Jamaica dela Cruz and Andy Trieu. (An SBS Production) (Entertainment Series) PG

2:35 am NHK World News In English From Tokyo - News and information on Japan's politics, business, culture, entertainment and more. SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Saturday September 5th, 2015

5:00 am French News - News via satellite from FT2 Paris, in French, no subtitles.

5:50 am Urdu News - News via satellite from PTV Pakistan in Islamabad, in Urdu, no subtitles.

6:20 am Indonesian News - News via satellite from TVRI Jakarta, in Indonesian, no subtitles.

7:00 am Russian News - News via satellite from NTV Moscow, in Russian, no subtitles.

7:30 am Polish News - Wydarzenia from Polsat in Warsaw via satellite, in Polish, no subtitles.

8:00 am Hungarian News - News via satellite from Duna TV (DTV) Budapest, in Hungarian, no subtitles.

8:30 am Macedonian News - News via satellite from public broadcaster MRT in Skopje, in Macedonian, no subtitles.

9:05 am Croatian News - News via satellite from HRT Croatia, in Croatian, no subtitles.

9:40 am Serbian News - News via satellite from Serbian Broadcasting Corporation, in Serbian, no subtitles.

10:20 am Portuguese News - News via satellite from RTP Portugal (Lisbon), in Portuguese, no subtitles.

11:05 am Japanese News - News via satellite from NHK Tokyo in Japanese, no subtitles.

11:40 am Hong Kong News - News via satellite from TVB Hong Kong, in Cantonese, no subtitles.

12:00 pm Hindi News - News via satellite from NDTV India, in Hindi, no subtitles.

12:30 pm Dutch News - News via satellite from BVN, in Dutch, no subtitles.

1:00 pm Bunk - A game show spoof featuring a rotation of comedian contestants performing comedy challenges. This week, host Kurt Braunohler welcomes contestants Kumail Nanjiani, Bobby Moynihan and Ben Garant. (From the US) (Comedy Series) (Rpt) PG(D)

1:30 pm Streetosphere - New York - This exciting new series immerses you in different urban cultures, taking a look behind walls, under pavements, and up on rooftops, to find artists that are reinventing urban spaces, turning them into their recreation grounds. In this episode, Tanguy and Quentin meet artists living and working in New York, from Times Square to Brooklyn. (From France, in English) (Documentary Series) (Part 1 of 5) PG

SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Saturday September 5th, 2015

2:00 pm Toughest Place to be a... - Ferryman - 57-year-old Colin Window, the bridge officer of the Woolwich Ferry, travels to Dhaka, Bangladesh, to train and work as a ferryman on the Buriganga River. Hosted by 70-year-old Muhammed Loteef in one of the city's slums, Colin is introduced to his new vessel, a small wooden rowboat known as a sampan. In temperatures of up to 40 degrees, sampan operators row passengers and goods across the quarter kilometre stretch of river every day, dodging the huge barges and passenger ships that dominate the Buriganga. (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Part 2 of 3) (Rpt) PG CC

3:00 pm The World of Jenks - Facing Your Fears - Chad, Kaylin and D-Real are at a crossroads in their lives and each must overcome their fears in order to move on. Andrew Jenks joins Chad for one of his last days at school and they discuss his anxieties. Jenks goes on an overnight camping trip with D-Real and his crew, Turf Feinz. And it’s time for Kaylin to have one last farewell party and move to New York, and a new beginning where she doesn’t have to be seen as the ‘girl with cancer’. (From the US) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG

3:55 pm Swim - Thirteen-year-old Charlotte is obsessed with, but terrified of growing up. Her fear manifests itself in her inability to make it across the length of the pool in her swimming lessons. (From Australia) (Drama) (Short) (Rpt) PG CC

4:05 pm Departures - Madagascar - In order to meet the King in the village of Vohipeno, Madagascar, Scott and Justin have to take a long train ride through the rainforest and bring gifts for the kingdom. Along with a rooster and rabbit aptly named ‘Pancakes’ and ‘Waffles’, they make their way through Madagascar where they find lemurs, climb the jagged cliffs in Tsingy and develop friendships with a village full of chanting kids. (S.2,Ep.10) (From Canada) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) PG

5:00 pm Kung Fu Motion - Beijing Opera - One of the cultural icons of Beijing is its Opera. Harry Yuan gets a chance to learn the moves of the Monkey King or Sun Wukong, a beloved character featured in the Opera. Under Master Zhang Si Quan, Harry learns that being Sun Wukong isn’t simply monkeying around. He is required to memorise his steps, and learn to move facial muscles just to ape the characters actions. He has to do this to live music played by a Chinese orchestra. (Ep.5) (From the US, in English and Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) (Final) (Rpt) PG **Encore**

5:55 pm The Globe Collector - A short film about one man’s all-consuming passion for light globes. (From Australia) (Documentary) (Short) (Rpt) PG

6:05 pm Celebrity Chef - This new series invites a Michelin-starred chef to tutor ten Chinese stars - all self-confessed foodies - in a variety of special regional styles of food preparation. The celebrities are then called on to use their newfound skills in a series of studio-based challenges, competing against one another to impress a panel of judges and proceed to the next round. The ultimate winner will take home the trophy for being China's best Celebrity Chef, along with a deal for a cookbook and a million yuan donation to the charity of their choice. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) PG **New Episode** SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Saturday September 5th, 2015

7:30 pm If You Are The One - With a viewing audience of up to 50 million per episode, this popular Chinese dating show is a cultural phenomenon. A lone male suitor has to impress a panel of 24 single women, who can then register their interest or disinterest in the man through the use of their podium lights. Popular host Meng Fei oversees the action in front of a large studio audience. (From China, in Mandarin) (Entertainment Series) G **New Episode**

8:30 pm The Island with Bear Grylls: Women’s Island - As the group approaches the four week mark of the experiment, the ten remaining women are entering dangerous medical territory. It’s now more important than ever that they keep up their food and water supply otherwise they risk long term damage to their vital organs. Yesterday the women feasted on their first big kill - a large pig. But their decision to use one of their two precious jerry- cans to preserve the left-over pork, has unforeseen consequences when the meat turns putrid and they make the near-fatal decision to throw the container away, thereby seriously reducing their ability to produce much-needed water for the group. S.2,Ep.5) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(L) CC **Encore**

EASTERN STATES & CENTRAL STATES SCHEDULE

9:25 pm The Island with Bear Grylls: Men’s Island - It’s been four days since the men trapped and killed a crocodile, and they haven’t been able to repeat their success. Most of the meagre meals they are eating are coming from cleaning facilities manager, Vic, who is the only member of the group to have mastered his improvised fishing rod. But the pressure of being the group’s main provider of food is getting to Vic, who feels he’s being taken for granted. When Will constructs a makeshift raft from all the plastic bottles washed up on the beach, Vic takes it out in pursuit of a proper fish supper. But caught in a fierce undercurrent, and heading for razor sharp rocks, Vic faces a life and death struggle. (S.2,Ep.4) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC **Encore**

10:25 pm The Island with Bear Grylls: Men’s Island - The men have now been on the island for more than a month. Unable to find a sustainable source of food, they are getting weaker and more desperate by the day. Malnourished, exhausted and under pressure, the group turn on each other. 47-year-old Vic tears strips off cameraman, Sam Farmer, who he believes is shirking the hard physical jobs. But it soon becomes clear that Vic’s issue with Sam has deeper roots - class prejudice! Meanwhile, an ill-advised scramble around the island’s treacherous coast to access better fishing grounds goes disastrously wrong when Will loses his footing and slams into rocks and water below. (S.2,Ep.5) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC **Encore**

11:20 pm Movie: 7 Boxes - 17-year-old Víctor dreams of becoming famous, and is often absorbed by the TV in the appliance store in the market. One day, he receives an unusual proposal, to carry seven boxes of unknown content across eight blocks, in exchange for a torn half of a $100 bill. He will get the other half when he finishes the job. Víctor agrees, but things get complicated along the way. Directed by Juan Carlos Maneglia and Tana Schembori, and stars Celso Franco, Víctor Sosa and Lali Gonzalez. (From Paraguay, in Spanish and Guarani) (Thriller) (2012) MA(V) SBS 2 Program Guide – Week 36

Saturday September 5th, 2015

1:15 am Movie: Masquerades - A comedy of errors ensues when Mounir, a self-important Algerian man, lies to his village by telling them his narcoleptic sister has a pending engagement to a wealthy Frenchman. Winner of the Muhr Award for Best Film at the 2008 Dubai International Film Festival. Written, directed by and stars Lyès Salem. Also stars Sarah Reguieg and Mohamed Bouchaïb. (From Algeria, in Arabic) (Comedy) (2008) (Rpt) PG

3:00 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA SCHEDULE

9:25 pm La Vuelta a Espana 2015 Live Stages - Stage 14: Vitoria to Fuente del Chivo (215 km) - Live coverage of the 2015 Tour of Spain cycling race, a three-week tour with 21 stages held along a 3,375 km route. Hosted by Michael Tomalaris and Henk Vogels, with commentary from Matthew Keenan. (From Spain, in English) (Cycling) CC

12:00 am The Island with Bear Grylls: Men’s Island - It’s been four days since the men trapped and killed a crocodile, and they haven’t been able to repeat their success. Most of the meagre meals they are eating are coming from cleaning facilities manager, Vic, who is the only member of the group to have mastered his improvised fishing rod. But the pressure of being the group’s main provider of food is getting to Vic, who feels he’s being taken for granted. When Will constructs a makeshift raft from all the plastic bottles washed up on the beach, Vic takes it out in pursuit of a proper fish supper. But caught in a fierce undercurrent, and heading for razor sharp rocks, Vic faces a life and death struggle. (S.2,Ep.4) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC **Encore**

1:00 am The Island with Bear Grylls: Men’s Island - The men have now been on the island for more than a month. Unable to find a sustainable source of food, they are getting weaker and more desperate by the day. Malnourished, exhausted and under pressure, the group turn on each other. 47-year-old Vic tears strips off cameraman, Sam Farmer, who he believes is shirking the hard physical jobs. But it soon becomes clear that Vic’s issue with Sam has deeper roots - class prejudice! Meanwhile, an ill-advised scramble around the island’s treacherous coast to access better fishing grounds goes disastrously wrong when Will loses his footing and slams into rocks and water below. (S.2,Ep.5) (From the UK) (Documentary Series) (Rpt) M(A,L) CC **Encore**

1:55 am Movie: Masquerades - A comedy of errors ensues when Mounir, a self-important Algerian man, lies to his village by telling them his narcoleptic sister has a pending engagement to a wealthy Frenchman. Winner of the Muhr Award for Best Film at the 2008 Dubai International Film Festival. Written, directed by and stars Lyès Salem. Also stars Sarah Reguieg and Mohamed Bouchaïb. (From Algeria, in Arabic) (Comedy) (2008) (Rpt) PG

3:40 am CCTV News In English From Beijing - The English language news channel from China Central Television (CCTV), the nation's largest national broadcasting network.