MPTV Premieres & Highlights: May 2011

National Memorial Day Concert

May 29th / 7:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, an all-star line-up performs with the National Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of top pops conductor Jack Everly. The concert honors the service and sacrifice of the men and women in uniform, and all those who have given their lives for this country. Emmy Award-winner Gary Sinise (CSI:NEW YORK) and Tony Award-winner Joe Mantegna (CRIMINAL MINDS) co-host. The U.S Joint Chiefs of Staff also participate in the event along with the Armed Forces Color Guard and Service Color Teams provided by the Military District of Washington, D.C.

Length: 01:26:46 / Episode: #2011H / Source: PBS0

Hold at All Costs

May 29th / 7:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

The build-up, events and aftermath of a desperate battle during the Korean War's closing months is examined. The film charts the epic attack and defense of Outpost Harry, where American, Greek and South Korean soldiers overcame incredible odds to protect a vital position against a massive Chinese barrage.

Length: 01:24:55 / Episode: #0H / Source: APTEX0

Simon and Garfunkel: Songs of America

May 29th / 8:30 pm /

Considered controversial at the time, this 1969 CBS television program features footage of Simon and Garfunkel on stage, in the studio and on tour. It also integrates video montages of key events of the era, including news clips of Martin Luther King, Robert Kennedy, activist Cesar Chavez, and the Poor People's March on Washington. Songs include: "America," "So Long Frank Lloyd Wright," and several others.

Length: 00:51:49 / Episode: #0 / Source: APTPS0

Milwaukee's Forest Home Cemetery

May 29th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Host Dan Jones takes a look at the history of one of the oldest and largest cemeteries in Milwaukee, WI. Celebrating the 150th anniversary of its founding in the year 2000, the 200-acre Forest Home Cemetery is a final resting place to more than 100,000 former Milwaukee-area residents--including some nationally known names like Pabst, Blatz, Schlitz, and war hero Billy Mitchell.

Length: 00:54:06 / Episode: #0 / Source: WMVS0

Adelante!

Painter Andrea Rojas/Core/El Centro/Mi Voz

May 28th / 6:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

The exhibit "Freedom Without Borders" by Colombian painter Andrea Rojas is highlighted. Staff from CORE/El Centro discuss natural healing therapies offered to individuals of all income levels. The website "Mi Voz," founded by Andrea Mendez is explored. It lists upcoming Latino events. Host and Producer: Patricia Gomez.

Length: 00:26:59 / Episode: #1211 / Source: WMVS

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Movie: Bonnie & Clyde (1967)

May 28th / 7:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Gun-toting bank robbers (Warren Beatty, Faye Dunaway) start a trail of terror, as they blaze through the Southwest in the '30s. Also starring: Michael J. Pollard, Gene Hackman, and Estelle Parsons. Academy Award for Best Cinematography and Best Supporting Actress-Parsons.

Length: 01:50:38 / Episode: #184H / Source: APTSY0

Antiques Roadshow

Washington, Dc - Hour One

May 27th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Host Mark L. Walberg and appraiser Michael Flanigan visit the Harry S. Truman Building, headquarters of the U.S. State Department. The diplomatic reception rooms are also visited, including the Thomas Jefferson State Reception Room, appointed with some of the best Americana of the 18th and 19th centuries. Highlights include a 1958 signed letter by Martin Luther King Jr.; a circa 1965 Andy Warhol lithograph; and a unique, turn-of-the-20th-century, hand-wrought Gorham silver tea set.

Channel: 10.1

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #1516H / Source: PBS0

Abraham and Mary Lincoln, A House Divided: America Experience

We Are Elected

May 27th / 9:00 pm /

The Lincoln marriage is both tempestuous and passionate: she has a temper; he suffers bouts of depression. A look is taken at how their shared political ambition sent Abraham to the House of Representatives and later, to the presidency. (2 of 6)

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #102H / Source: PBS0

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Austin City Limits

Sarah McLachlan/Duffy

May 26th / 11:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Sarah McLachlan graces the ACL stage in support of her greatest hits set, Closer: The Best of Sarah McLachlan. British rising star Duffy follows with grooving pop soul.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #3413H / Source: PBSPL0

Gathering of Mustangs and Legends: The Final Roundup

May 26th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Cameras capture stunning footage, an array of aerobatic and military aircraft performances, and the sights and sounds from the once-in-a lifetime Gathering of Mustangs and Legends Air Show at the Rickenbacker International Airport in Columbus, Ohio. (Recorded 2007).

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #0H / Source: NETA0

Korea - The Forgotten War In Colour

Outbreak

May 24th / 10:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

The story of the Korean War is told through powerful color imagery, dramatic musical score and soundscape. In this first of two parts, the summer of 1950 sees the people of Korea trapped in the vice-like grip of the beginnings of the Cold War, as the two new superpowers of the postwar world flex their muscles--the United States and the Soviet Union. (1 of 2)

Length: 00:46:49 / Episode: #101H / Source: APTSY0

American Road to Victory

The Americans in the Bulge

May 24th / 10:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Ellwood Von Siebold tours the frozen Ardennes Forests to Malmedy, Saint Vith, and Bastogne, to learn how the gallant actions of the US forces surprised the NAZI plan to encircle and destroy the Allied armies. (3 of 3)

Length: 01:26:46 / Episode: #103H / Source: NETA0

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Frontline

WikiSecrets

May 24th / 8:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

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Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #2915H / Source: PBS

Bob Hope: Hollywood's Brightest Star

May 23rd / 9:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

This is a look at the exceptional life of an entertainer, who can also claim a Congressional gold medal as one of his achievements. Hosted by Les Brown, Jr., son of Hope's bandleader of 49 years, the program contains a wealth of clips culled from all the phases of Hope's long career: his NBC radio show, his many overseas military shows, his television series, and his long movie career. Hope's appearances with every U.S. president, from F.D.R. to Bill Clinton, are also featured.

Length: 00:58:48 / Episode: #0 / Source: APTSY0

Great Famine: American Experience

May 22nd / 7:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

When a devastating famine descended on Soviet Russia in 1921, Americans responded with a massive two-year relief campaign. This documentary reveals the riveting story of America's engagement with a distant and desperate people--and the massive humanitarian campaign championed by Herbert Hoover.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #2308H / Source: PBS0

Masterpiece Mystery! and Follow-up Special

Poirot X: Murder on the Orient Express

May 22nd / 8:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

David Suchet stars as suave Belgian super sleuth Hercule Poirot in this adaptation of Agatha Christie's most popular novel. While on the Orient Express from Istanbul to London, the train becomes caught in a snowdrift and a passenger is found brutally murdered mid-voyage. Poirot is called upon to investigate the crime and find the culprit. Dame Eileen Atkins (Cranford), Hugh Bonneville (Miss Austen Regrets) and David Morrissey (Sense and Sensibility) guest star.
Length: 01:26:46 / Episode: #4018# / Source: PBS0

9:30 PM David Suchet on the Orient Express: A Masterpiece Special
With glamour, insight, charm, beautiful photography, and fascinating stories, David Suchet (Poirot) goes on an excursion aboard the modern-day Orient Express. This one-hour program is a teaser special for "Masterpiece's: Poirot 'Murder on the Orient Express".
Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #0H / Source: PBS0

Alaska: Silence & Solitude

May 22nd / 9:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Venture into the remote wilderness of Alaska to experience the spectacular scenery, encounter bull moose, caribou, dahl sheep, grizzly bear, and meet Dick Proenneke who has lived by himself in this "one man wilderness" for over 30 years. For those who dream of a true wilderness experience in the wilds of Alaska, this program is a must-see.

Length: 00:56:57 / Episode: #0 / Source: NETA0

Movie: Royal Wedding (1951)

May 21st / 10:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Fred Astaire and Jane Powell star as brother and sister who perform in London at the time of Queen Elizabeth II's wedding.

Length: 01:33:08 / Episode: #139 / Source: CRNTH

4th Street Forum

Milwaukee Tomorrow: Leadership & Vision for a Great City

May 20th / 10:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Panelists and audience members exchange ideas on creative leadership will thrust our region forward. Host: Denise Callaway, Business and Community Partnerships Coordinator, MPS. Public discussions are presented in these free Thursday noon conversations from Turner Hall, on 4th Street--the place to go to, for substance. For more information, call 414-272-1733 x 4.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #925 / Source: WMVS

Midsomer Murders

Death of a Stranger, Pt .1

May 19th / 8:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Thursday, May 19, 2011 / 8:00 PM
"Detective Barnaby returns from a holiday in France to discover an unidentified tramp has been beaten to death in the woods near the village of Marshwood. (1 of 2)

Length: 00:47:17 / Episode: #303Z / Source: APTSY0

Wisconsin Supper Clubs - Old Fashioned Experience

May 19th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Producer Ron Faiola captures the charming detail of 15 Wisconsin supper clubs from all corners of Wisconsin. Faiola reveals how supper clubs are defined and their impact on Wisconsin's food culture.

Length: 00:55:33 / Episode: #0 / Source: INDEP

PHARAOH NIGHT

Three programs

May 18th / 7:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

7 PM Secrets of the Dead "The Silver Pharaoh"

The royal tomb of Pharaoh Psusennes I is one of the most spectacular of all the ancient Egyptian treasures--even more remarkable than that of Tutankhamen. A team of Egyptologists decodes hieroglyphic clues and pieces together forensic evidence left behind by Psusennes I, whose lost legacy could rewrite Egyptian history. Liev Schreiber narrates.
Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #1003# / Source: PBS0

8 PM NOVA "Riddles of the Sphinx"

An international team of archeologists, architects and engineers race against time to save the Sphinx from erosion. With the aid of the most advanced digital 3D model ever constructed, they hope to save the Sphinx before it is too late. Along the way, the team, led by Zahi Hawass and Mark Lehner solve the riddles that have eluded the rescue missions of Pharaohs, Caesars and Emperors for more than 3,000 years. Who is the Sphinx and what did it symbolize? How was it built, when and by whom? NOVA follows the team to find out if they can reverse the destructive forces of man and nature to save this wonder of the ancient world.
Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #3703# / Source: PBS0

9 PM NOVA "Building Pharaoh's Ship"

A magnificent trading vessel embarks on a royal expedition to a mysterious, treasure-laden land called Punt. This journey is intricately depicted on the wall of one of Egypt's most impressive temples, but was it real? NOVA follows a team of archeologists and boat builders as they reconstruct the mighty vessel shown on the mysterious carving, and then launch it into the Red Sea on a unique voyage of discovery.
Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #3702H / Source: PBS0

NOVA

Space Shuttle Disaster

May 18th / 8:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

On February 1, 2003, the space shuttle Columbia disintegrated over Texas just 16 minutes before it was due to land. All seven astronauts aboard perished and the implications for the future of the space shuttle program were enormous. What caused the Columbia tragedy? An engineering flaw? A failure within NASA? A lack of financing? Could this catastrophe have been avoided? Through interviews with astronauts and their families, as well as with members of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board, "Space Shuttle Disaster" offers a new look at the Columbia tragedy--and at NASA itself. From the creation of NASA through decades of technical and financial compromises, the program gets to the heart of what went wrong--and how to make sure it never happens again.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #3512# / Source: PBS0

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Outdoor Wisconsin

Milwaukee River Fish Passage/Mcmiller Sports Ctr."

May 18th / 8:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Dan Small looks at a fish passage on the Milwaukee River at Thiensville with Ozaukee County Fish Passage Program Manager Matt Aho. Dan tours the shooting ranges at McMiller Sports Center in the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest with manager Kirk Pauley. Former producer Linda Cieslik flies for the first time in an ultra-light aircraft with John Ward.

Length: 00:26:46 / Episode: #2725 / Source: WMVS0

Wildflowers: Seeds of History

May 17th / 10:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

The facts and legends behind wildflowers are revealed. Horticulturists and botanists explain how wildflowers impact our food chain and their symbiosis to a healthy economy, wildlife, and ecological security.

Length: 00:55:58 / Episode: #0H / Source: NETA0

Cross In Alabama

May 17th / 7:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Irish folk singer Brendan Shine's great uncle, a priest named James Coyle, was killed by the Ku Klux Klan in Birmingham, AL in 1921. Shine travels from Ireland to Birmingham to learn the truth of what happened. He discovers a powerful story of a man who championed freedom and equality and was martyred for his beliefs.

Length: 00:28:04 / Episode: #0Z / Source: APTSY0

Robert E. Lee: American Experience

May 17th / 8:30 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

The life and reputation of Robert E. Lee is examined. His military successes made him the scourge of the Union and hero of the Confederacy. The bloodiest general in United States history, he was hit with 20,000 casualties in the battle of Seven Days. American Experience traces Lee's life, from his birth into Virginia aristocracy to his first time in battle at the age of 40.

Length: 01:26:45 / Episode: #2301H / Source: PBS0

Independent Lens

Beetle Queen Conquers Tokyo

May 17th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Beginning in the modern day and working backward, this documentary explores the history of Japan's love affair with bugs. Using insects like an anthropologist's toolkit, the film uncovers Japanese philosophies that will shift viewers' perspectives on nature, beauty and life, and counter the exigencies of day-to-day life.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #1223H / Source: PBS0

Freedom Walkers of Milwaukee

May 16th / 6:30 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

This documentary traces Milwaukee's most turbulent events during the Civil Rights struggle of the mid 1900's. Using archival footage, photographs, and interviews with Milwaukeeans, the film sheds light on the fight for equal employment, open housing, and equitable educational opportunities, and reveals how Milwaukee earned the nickname, "The Selma Of the North." First aired 5/11 on BLACK NOUVEAU.

Length: 00:26:46 / Episode: #0H / Source: MPTV

Freedom Riders: American Experience

May 16th / 8:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

In 1961, segregation had an overwhelming grip on American society, until a courageous band of civil-rights activists traveled together into the Deep South. They called themselves Freedom Riders, and they managed to bring the president and the entire American public face to face with the challenge of correcting civil-rights inequities that plagued the nation. Veteran filmmaker Stanley Nelson's inspirational documentary chronicles the inspirational story of six months in 1961 that changed America forever.

Length: 01:56:46 / Episode: #0# / Source: PBS0

Jackie Gleason--Genius at Work

May 16th / 9:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

In the golden era of television, Jackie Gleason was king. Families gathered around the TV on Saturday evenings to see which of his characters would be entertaining them on The Jackie Gleason Show: beloved playboy Reggie Van Gleason; Rudy the repair person; working-class dreamer Ralph Kramden; lovable Fenwick Babbit; or loudmouth Charlie Bratton. This special features a collection of Jackie Gleason's most memorable characters and skits from his long-running network television series, insightful commentary, and a special appearance by his wife, Marilyn Gleason.

Channel: 36.1

Length: 00:55:48 / Episode: #0K / Source: APT0

Four Days at Dragon*Con

May 15th / 11:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Every Labor Day weekend, tens of thousands descend upon Atlanta for the largest convention of pop-culture fandom in the Southeast. Dragon*Con, known as the "Woodstock for nerds" brings together 35,000 people for a multi-genre, multi-platform event combining science fiction, fantasy literature, role-playing, science, history, video games and more.

Length: 00:56:39 / Episode: #0H / Source: APTEX0

The Greely Expedition: American Experience

May 15th / 7:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Using scientific accounts, diaries, photographs and letters, this film reveals how poor planning and personality clashes turned a noble scientific mission into a human tragedy. What began as an adventure in 1881 with 25 crew members, ended three years later with a shipwreck and six survivors.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #2305# / Source: PBS0

Nature

Bears of the Last Frontier: The Road North

May 15th / 7:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Chris Morgan explores the world of black bears in Denali National Park, where the grizzlies share the enormous park with foxes, wolves and moose. Morgan continues his journey north on a bone-shaking, 610-mile motorcycle journey from Denali to Prudhoe Bay along the only Alaskan highway to reach the Arctic.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #2814# / Source: PBS0

Masterpiece Classic

South Riding - Part Three

May 15th / 8:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

As social improvements move forward in South Riding, Robert (David Morrissey) faces ruin after a principled stand against political corruption, and Sarah (Anna Maxwell Martin) confronts a crisis--both personal and professional. Penelope Wilton also stars. (3 of 3)

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #4113# / Source: PBS0

Wisconsin Barns: Touchstones to the Past

May 15th / 9:00 pm /

The national affection for barns has blossomed, even while some have gone from workplace to relic, as more-efficient, modern buildings replace them. Wisconsin Producer Tom Laughlin looks at a number of old, distinctive structures around the state, and talks with restorers and farmers. Additional interviews with historians, preservationists, academics, and others are featured.

Length: 00:25:58 / Episode: #0 / Source: NETA0

Storm That Swept Mexico

May 15th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

The Mexican Revolution, the first major political and social revolution of the 20th century, not only changed the course of Mexican history, but also profoundly impacted its relationships with the rest of the world. The complex historical, social, political, economic and cultural forces that shaped the Mexican Revolution are examined.

Length: 01:56:46 / Episode: #0H / Source: PBS0

Student Operations Day 2011

Day Long MPTV Student Productions

May 14th / 8:00 am / MPTV Digital 36.1

8 AM The Third Degree
Jake Curtis teaches a local bully how to be nice. (Produced by Dori Klitzka)

8:30 AM Asian Sensation
Easy and delicious Thai recipes are prepared. (Producers: Matt Meier, AJ Panyasopa, Ben Miller, Teiara Aschebrock)

9 AM Milwaukee's Hidden Chapel
A closer look is taken at Milwaukee's Zablocki VA Medical Center chapel. (Producer: James Zoltak)

9:30 AM At The Cinema
Milwaukee's prime movie viewing venues are highlighted. (Producers: Geoffrey Niezgoda, Andre Wehlre, Matt Meier, Teiara Aschebrock and James Gale)

10:15 AM Milwaukee's Professional Sports Teams
Milwaukee's professional sports teams are explored. (Producer: Patt Mott)

10:45 AM Milwaukee Made
This live feature event explores Milwaukee's creative culture--focusing on art, music, theatre, and food. (Producers: Antonio Cole and Jeff Lahti)

11 AM Off the Eatin Path
Some of Milwaukee's most popular "local" food and entertainment establishments are visited. Producers: Mike Vernik, Casey Williamson and Morgan Smith.

11:45 AM Milwaukee's Fashion Flava
Milwaukee's hottest fashion designers share their views on fashion and the role it plays in their lives. (Producer: Jordan McCormick)

12:45 PM Milwaukee Made
This live feature event explores Milwaukee's creative culture--focusing on art, music, theatre, and food. (Producers: Antonio Cole and Jeff Lahti)

1 PM Milwaukee Highlights
This insider's guide to Milwaukee's best places to visit features museums, breweries, performing venues and sports arenas. (Producers: Kevin Cate, Steven Ball, Luis Delgadillo and Tom Shaver)

1:45 PM The Earth Gives Life
A look is taken at the lives and legacies of both well-known and lesser-known environmentalists and their impact on Wisconsin. (Producer Jacob Fatke)

2:30 PM American Politics
Progressive Liberals and Tea Party Conservatives share their opinions on the changing political climate. (Producer: Kyle Pomfret)

3 PM Mount Mary Fashion Show
Designers taking part in Mt. Mary College's annual fashion show are followed as they prepare for the event. (Producer: Joe Ponto)

3:30 PM Lightfall
The work of several Milwaukee photographers specializing in urban exploration and light painting photography are highlighted. (Andrew Ilk)

4 PM Short/Epic
A look is taken at Milwaukee's film community and its prominent creative filmmakers and writers. (Producer: Trevor Foley)

4:30 PM Brew City Flood
A look is taken back at the devastating flood that took place in SE Wisconsin and Milwaukee on July 22, 2010. (Producer: Steve Paluch)

5 PM Our Clear Responsibility
The state of Milwaukee's fresh and ground water, its regulation and possible privatization are examined. (Producer: Phil Kraus)

5:30 PM Perseverance: Climbing The Flatland
When the notoriously harsh winter months roll around in the Midwest, climbers must overcome the cold weather in addition to the constant obstacle of flat land to continue to climb - even if that means climbing indoors or on shear walls of ice.

6 PM Let There Be Light
The principles of Creationism are discussed, including the belief that the Earth is relatively young rather than millions of year old. (Producer: Antonio Cole)

6:30 PM The End of a Dynasty
The history of Boy's Tech and Milwaukee Trade and Technical High Schools is traced. (Producer: Clifton Wilson)

7 PM First Robotics
A look is taken at the educational program FIRST, (For Inspiration, Recognition, Science, and Technology) which helps students prepare for a student career in college. (Producer: Jerome Kenealy)

7:30 PM Dead End
The dramatic story is told of a struggling young teen with a neglectful mother who lost her husband and eldest son to the streets. He is now faced with the decision to do right or wrong. (Producer: Nick Portis)

8 PM Maritime Live at Turner Hall
The Milwaukee band Maritime performs at Turner Hall. This special production was captured on film by MPTV/MATC students live on location. (Recorded April 9, 2011).

9:30 PM Got It?"
The challenges of suffering from the overwhelming effects of HIV are brought to life in this riveting drama. (Producer: LouRawls Burnett)

10 PM Don't Believe The Lie
This inspirational documentary profiles ex-cons and gang members becoming role models to kids. (Producer: Gavin Weitzer)

10:30 PM The Lonely Man In Darkness
Producer Taylor Imm's drama follows a vigilante seeking revenge for the death of his partner.

11 PM Spring Milwaukee
A lovely music and video montage of Milwaukee during spring season is presented. (Producers: Paul Cotter, Will Picard, AJ Panyasopa, Darrell Holman)

11:30 PM Grand Tour of Milwaukee
Some of Milwaukee's most popular tourist destinations are visited. (Producers: Blake Weiting, Dan Joerres, Brandon Hammes, Maddy Modrinski)

Children of the Amazon

May 14th / 9:00 pm / MPTV World 10.2

Brazilian filmmaker Denise Zmekhol is followed, as she travels a modern highway deep into the Amazon in search of the Indigenous Surui and Negarote children she photographed fifteen years ago. Part road movie, part time travel, her journey tells the story of what happened to life in the largest forest on Earth when a road was built straight through its heart.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #0 / Source: NETA0

American Masters

Hollywood Chinese

May 13th / 7:30 pm / MPTV World 10.2

From the first Chinese-American film produced in 1916 to Ang Lee's triumphant Brokeback Mountain nine decades later, "Hollywood Chinese" brings together a fascinating group of actors, writers, directors, and iconic film images to examine how Chinese people have contributed to and been portrayed by an industry that was often ignorant about and dismissive of race.

Length: 01:26:46 / Episode: #2202 / Source: PBS0

MotorWeek

Cadillac CTS-V Wagon

May 12th / 10:30 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

The 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon and the 2011 Nissan Quest are road tested. In Goss' Garage, a look is taken at Windshield Repair.

Length: 00:26:46 / Episode: #3035H / Source: PBSPL0

Midsomer Murders

Dead Man's Eleven, Pt. 1

May 12th / 8:00 pm / MPTV Digital 36.1

Thursday, May 12, 2011 / 8:00 PM
Detective Barnaby's plans to move to the village of Fletcher's Cross are disrupted when the wife of a landowner is bludgeoned to death in the village of Midsomer Worthy with a cricket bat. (1 of 2)

Length: 00:47:13 / Episode: #301Z / Source: APTSY0

Our Birds, An In Wisconsin Special

May 12th / 9:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

A look is taken at the perils faced by our migratory birds and how people in Wisconsin and Latin America are working to save them.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #0H / Source: WHA

Black Nouveau

Freedom Walkers for Milwaukee

May 11th / 6:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

FREEDOM WALKERS FOR MILWAUKEE, a new special by MPTV Producer Everett L. Marshburn, is a half-hour documentary that captures Milwaukee's civil rights struggle in the middle of the 20th century. From 1890 to the 1970s, Milwaukee's African American population dramatically increased from less than a thousand people to over 100,000; but it had to fight for equal employment, open housing, and equitable educational opportunities. Through archival footage, photographs, and interviews with Milwaukeeans who participated in the struggle, the documentary sheds light on the events that earned Milwaukee the nickname, "The Selma of the North."

Length: 00:26:46 / Episode: #1931H / Source: WMVS

Secrets of the Dead

Sinking Atlantis

May 11th / 7:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

Five thousand years ago, the Minoans, Europe's first great civilization, flourished on the Greek island of Crete. Drawing from the archaeological records and shocking new geological discoveries, archeologist Sandy MacGillivray connects fact with fiction and reveals the truth behind the reign and fall of the great Minoan civilization.

Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #802# / Source: PBS0

American Masters

Maestro James Levine: 40 Years at the Met

May 11th / 7:00 pm / MPTV HD 10.1 and 36.2

To celebrate his 40th anniversary at the Metropolitan Opera, conductor James Levine's life and current work are the subject of a documentary that captures the essence of his unparalleled musicianship and his singular teaching and performance style. (2011)
Length: 00:56:46 / Episode: #2403# / Source: PBS0

P.O.V.

Revolution '67

May 10th / 6:00 pm /

REVOLUTION '67 focuses on the explosive urban rebellion in Newark, New Jersey, in July 1967, to reveal the long-standing racial, economic, and political forces which generated inner city poverty and perpetuate it today. Newark residents, police, officials, and urban commentators, including writer/activist Amiri Baraka, journalist Bob Herbert, prominent historians, and `60s activist Tom Hayden, recount the vivid, day-to-day details of the uprising.

Length: 01:26:46 / Episode: #2004 / Source: PBS0