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Continuing the series which uncovers the amazing true stories behind some of the greatest mysteries of the century.

When the tomb of Tutankhamun was uncovered in 1922, it was possibly the greatest archaeological discovery ever made. But did the Pharaoh's tomb hide a dark secret that was to claim the lives of 21 victims?
(Black and white/colour)

Contributors

Narrator:
Robert Powell

Further coverage of the Loch Lomond World Invitational. Commentary by Peter Alliss, Alex Hay. Dave Marr, Mike Hughesdon and Beverly Lewis. Introduced by Steve Rider.

Including at 3.00 and 3.55 News Regional News and Weather

Contributors

Commentary By:
Peter Alliss
Commentary By:
Alex Hay.
Commentary By:
Dave Marr
Commentary By:
Mike Hughesdon
Commentary By:
Beverly Lewis.
Introduced By:
Steve Rider.

Western starring Audie Murphy, Faith Domergue

Murder is rife in Silver City and Marshal Tyrone takes on the Silver Kid as his deputy, much to the horror of the townsfolk who believe he is a killer responsible for all the troubles. It's up to the "Kid" to prove them wrong.
(1952, U)
See Films: pages 52-59 *

Contributors

Director:
Don Siegel
Silver Kid:
Audie Murphy
Opal Lacey:
Faith Domergue
Lightning Tyrone:
Stephen McNally
Dusty Fargo:
Susan Cabot
Rod Lacey:
Gerald Mohr
Johnny Sombrero:
Eugene Iglesias
Tinhorn Burgess:
Lee Marvin
Pete Fargo:
Walter Sande

The BT Global Challenge
On the penultimate leg of their marathon voyage, the 14 yachts head north from Cape Town to Boston, Massachusetts.
As the fleet sweeps across the Atlantic, crossing their outgoing path, for many it is the fulfilment of their dream to circumnavigate the globe. See today's choices. Director Judy Hill. Series producer
TonyRayner Stereo Subtitled .

Contributors

Director:
Judy Hill.

Two short films about the lives of people throughout the nation.

Keeping the Dream Alive.
Dave's obsession is to swim the English Channel. It's a quest for physical and spiritual fulfilment, as he believes success will reunite him with his deceased mother- if he actually manages to get to 'the other side".

Then at 8.15
Take That, Your Majesty
Concluding the season of films is this look at members of the Welsh Language Society. Driven by a passion for their identity and ancient language, they staged a demonstration during the Queen's visit to Aberystwyth and were arrested for a breach of the peace. Tonight's film follows the day of the trial and chronicles a real-life drama on the steps of a Welsh courtroom as they await the verdict.

Contributors

Series Director:
Colin Luke
Series Producer:
Adam Alexander

Alan Titchmarsh presents this week's programme from the Royal Horticultural Society's Hampton Court Flower Show. Pippa Greenwood and Gay Search explore the gardens and flower displays within the palace grounds. Plus a look at some new plants and treasured old varieties rescued from extinction.

BBC Magazine: Gardeners' World is available from newsagents
Alan Titchmarsh on the Hampton Court Flower Show: page 36

Contributors

Presenter:
Alan Titchmarsh
Reporter:
Pippa Greenwood
Reporter:
Gay SEarch
Series Producer:
John Percival
Executive Producer:
Tony Laryea

Comic fantasyfrom the creator of Home Alone, starring Anthony Michael Hall
Man Mitchell-Smith
When two high-school computer wizards, Gary and Wyatt, feed a curvaceous centrefold spread into their PC, they are stunned by the result.
Director John Hughes (1985, 15)
* See Films: pages 52-59 * * Followed by UK Image

Contributors

Unknown:
Anthony Michael Hall
Unknown:
Man Mitchell-Smith
Director:
John Hughes
Gary:
Anthony Michael Hall
Wyatt:
Ilan Mitchell-Smith
Lisa:
Kelly Lebrock
Chet:
Bill Paxton
Deb:
Suzanne Snyder
Hilly:
Judie Aronson
Ian:
Robert Downey
Max:
Robert Rusler
Lord General:
Vernon Wells
Al:
Britt Leach
Lucy:
Barbara Lang
Henry:
Ivor Barry
Carmen:
Anne Bernadette Coyle

Continuing the series which features the best in black entertainment. Host comedian Roy Diamond is joined by soul singer and songwriter Des'ree. The line-up, with approximate times, follows.

11.20 Get It On
Angie Greaves and Geoff Schumann introduce another episode of the raunchy computer dating show.

12.00 Blouse and Skirt
A topical battle of comic wits with regulars Tony Morris, Gina Yashere and Curtis Walker.

12.30am Beginners Guide to...
Tonight the series about black cultural icons features the cricket correspondent CLR James.

Contributors

Presenter:
Roy Diamond
Guest:
null Des'ree
Presenter (Get It On):
Angie Greaves
Presenter (Get It On):
Geoff Schumann
Comedian (Blouse and Skirt):
Tony Morris
Comedian (Blouse and Skirt):
Gina Yashere
Comedian (Blouse and Skirt):
Curtis Walker
Executive Producer:
Dele Oniya

Film premiere. Drama, set in Argentina in the eighties.
Ernesto returns to the small town where he spent his 13th year.
In Spanish with English subtitles.
(1992)
See Films: pages 52-59 * *

Followed by Weatherview

Contributors

Director:
Adolfo Aristarain
Hans:
Jose Sacristan
Mario:
Federico Luppi
Ana:
Cecilia Roth
Nelda:
Leonor Benedetto
Ernesto:
Gaston Batyi

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