Fall 2004 Highlights: CLT Articles / Canadian Learning Television Posted by RAD on Jun 03, 2004 - 06:23 PM CLT offers more of everything this fall. “We are delighted to introduce the outstanding political drama The West Wing to CLT’s fall schedule,” says Jill Bonenfant, Director of Programming as she today announced Canadian Learning Television’s fall 2004 lineup. “We also have new episodes of Monk, Dominick Dunne and FBI Files for our Crime Thursdays and Justice Fridays theme nights as well as a fresh batch of new documentaries to expand our History Mondays and Nature & Science Tuesdays. And with the addition of a new collection of hit films to our Movies Wednesdays and Saturdays, CLT’s fall schedule truly has something special to appeal to viewers of all interests.” The West Wing Sundays Mondays & Tuesdays – New this fall Arrestingly authentic, movingly real. This acclaimed and beloved series documents the daily activities of a fictitious U.S. President and his highly talented staff... digging into the rapid-fire, high-stakes White House atmosphere to bring today’s front pages to life. Martin Sheen stars as President Bartlet. HISTORY MONDAYS To know where we are and where we’re headed, we must understand where we've been. CLT digs into the past with great historical programs that bring the past to life in exciting new ways. Odysseys: Canada’s Maritime History New this fall Woven from anecdotes, tragedies and triumphs, Odysseys brings Canada’s maritime achievement to life, revealing how mastering the waterways was the key to Canada’s development as a nation. From the bark canoes that allowed the fur trade to flourish to the monster ships that traverse the Atlantic, delve into four centuries of Canada’s maritime history. From the Files of Interpol New this fall Founded in Vienna in 1923, Interpol has evolved into a sophisticated global crime-fighting organization. Trace the organization’s history from the early days during the Depression, through the dark period of the Nazi take-over, to its present incarnation as a modernized agency battling organized crime and global terrorism. High Tech Weapons New this fall Precise, powerful and extraordinarily advanced: High Tech Weapons examines the most important and influential armaments in use today – tracing their history, talking to the people who build them, and showing them in action. The Story of the Gun New this fall Charcoal, sulfur, saltpeter, and fire: the formula that changed the world. Journey through the ages for a look at the past, present and future of one of mankind's pivotal inventions. Snipers New this fall During World War II, the Allies fired an average of 25,000 bullets for each enemy soldier they killed. By the Vietnam War, American GIs were shooting over 200,000 bullets for just one kill. A trained sniper, however, can kill a man with a single shot. Creep along undetected with these silent assassins as they deliver swift death without warning. NATURE & SCIENCE TUESDAYS CLT delivers great science and nature programming that provides fresh perspectives on the roots of modern civilizations, the state of the natural world around us, and the directions that science and technology will take us in the future. Overseas Legends New this fall The legends of tomorrow are forged today. From the Tahitian Mahi Mahi hunter to the South Pacific cowboys, discover how contemporary people transcend tradition and, with courage, ingenuity and determination, create new ways of life. Sea Legends New this fall The alliance between man and the animals of the oceans endures. Throughout the world, many continue to bear witness: legends are their faith, the animals their gods. Sea Legends finds these peoples, who continue to share incredible adventures with animals, hoping to receive the spirits’ protection. Lands of Legends New this fall From the Indonesian horsemen of Sumba Island to the wild elephant tamers of the Vietnamese forest, Lands of Legends reveals the most wondrous of beliefs which unite man and animal in the spectacular fulfilment of a magical destiny. The Master of the Spirits New this fall They still believe in magic. They’re bound by the ancient belief that respect for nature and animals fosters life lived in harmony with the spirits who govern the earth. The Master of the Spirits seeks out civilizations – from the mysterious fishermen of the Himalaya’s rivers to the last eagle tamers of the Kirgisthan mountains – where beautiful legends about people and animals still hold sway. Performance New this fall What makes a winner? How do athletes push their bodies to such extremes? Performance investigates the science and the technique behind the relentless pursuit of “the gold.” MOVIES WEDNESDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS CLT has the best seats in the house for the latest box office hits, classics of the silver screen and forgotten gems. Screenings three times a week, in addition to a book-based film every Sunday, make it easy to drop in for a movie. CLT movies are also connected to formal courses of study at Athabasca University. Titles for this fall include: - Barton Fink - The Commitments - Last of the Mohicans - Basic Instinct - Miller’s Crossing - Unlawful Entry - Independence Day - French Kiss - Speed II CRIME THURSDAYS Nail-biting drama and fascinating documentary from the world of crime: Thursday night is crime night on CLT. The New Detectives New episodes this fall The New Detectives portrays the cutting edge of forensic science in the lab and on the street, as investigators use the latest technology to unravel the truth behind everything from historic battles to insurance claims. Even crimes once thought unsolvable yield their secrets on The New Detectives. Profiler In this beguilingly dark series, Ally Walker stars as Samantha Waters, an FBI profiler on the trail of the serial killer who murdered her husband. Waters uses her eerie ability to see into the criminal mind to thwart murders and track the elusive Jack-of-all-Trades. JUSTICE FRIDAYS CLT climbs into the squad car and approaches the bench with gripping documentaries and dramas on Justice Fridays. Monk New episodes this fall For Adrian Monk, catching crooks is easy: it’s leaving the house that’s difficult. Emmy-Award-winner Tony Shalhoub (Wings) stars in this critically acclaimed comedy series, as the former police detective forced to fight his fixations and phobias so that he can fight crime. Dominick Dunne’s Power, Privilege and Justice New episodes this fall No one knows the dark side of the rich and famous better than Dominick Dunne. Best-selling author and celebrated columnist for Vanity Fair, Dunne is today's most incisive chronicler of crimes committed by the rich. Dominick Dunne brings his singular perspective to CLT, delving into the lowest depths of high society. BOOK SUNDAYS CLT presents first-rate programming for those who love to read, celebrating great literature on Book Sundays. Guinness World Records New this fall The biggest! The smallest! The fastest! The strangest! Since 1955, the Guinness Book of World Records has been the global authority on record-breaking achievements. Now, hosts Ian Wright and Kate Charman bring a weekly look at the most and least of everything to CLT. Book-Based Movies Great books, beloved classics and the latest best-sellers alike, come to life as CLT presents Book-Based Movies every Sunday night. Titles for this fall include: - The Princess Bride - Romeo & Juliet - The Van - Legends of the Fall - Chaplin Richler, Ink. New episodes this fall Packed with both big- and no-name authors, heartless critics, incendiary roundtables, literary videos and news headlines, Richler, Ink. leaves no literary stone unturned. The program takes an argumentative approach to the week's most controversial literary issues: behemoth book chain bullies, religious censors, plagiarists, illiterate politicians, pornographic rappers and just plain bad writers – none escape the jaundiced eye of Daniel Richler and his guests. CLT Originals CareersTV New episodes this fall The hardest part of finding the right job or embarking on a new career can be figuring out where to start. This entertaining and informative guide to learning, earning and yearning helps make sense of the job market and the ever-evolving range of job opportunities available to Canadians. HELP!tv New episodes this fall Everyday help for everyday living Interactive all the time, HELP!tv connects you with experts and resources, via e-mail and phone, to get the answers you need. Turn to HELP!tv every weekday for demos, tips, and information on home, lifestyle, recreation, health, personal development, relationships, careers, finances and more. Antiques Psychic New this fall Did you know that the average living person is followed around by anywhere from one to five deceased relatives? What does that say about our antiques? Resident psychic Clairvoyant Kim reveals the untold stories behind people’s antiques and family heirlooms, telling them about the history and the people behind their treasures. Food and Leisure Beer Basics New this fall So much more than a low-brow beverage, beer can be as wonderfully complex as wine. Experts show viewers the joys and intricacies of over 30 different brews from across the globe. From the history of the abbey ales of Belgium to today’s micro breweries, Beer Basics will make you an expert and a connoisseur of the suds! Spirit Basics New this fall Bored with the beer? Weary of the wine? Prefer a martini – shaken, not stirred – or perhaps a more exotic cocktail? Join CLT for this in-depth and intoxicating look at spirits, and how to use them to make fun and flavourful drinks. This article is from CHANNEL CANADA   http://www.channelcanada.com/ The URL for this story is:   http://www.channelcanada.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=479