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Q Night at the Movies 6/15

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7 pm Just Seen It - We review the new Sci-Fi thriller, AFTER EARTH, starring Will and Jaden Smith. We check in with The Bluths and their re-boot of ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT. With all the Sci-Fi movies coming out this summer, we offer you our Sci-Fi Favorites, and welcome back Clark Kent in MAN OF STEEL – plus give you our DVD pick of the week!

7:30 pm On Story: Presented by the Austin Film Festival - The voices behind THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, BRIDESMAIDS, and RACHEL GETTING MARRIED deliberate how the most impressionable characters – both good and evil – are compelling because of their flaws, complexities, and personal truths. Accompanied by the short film, MENTIROSO by writer/director Will Shipley about trailing a young boy whose incessant lies are almost as far-fetched as an astonishing encounter with the most beautiful girl in town.

8 pm Dead Ringer - Edith (Bette Davis) kills Margaret, her twin, and takes her identity, fooling Edith’s boyfriend (Karl Malden) but not Margaret’s lover. Cast: Bette Davis, Karl Malden, Peter Lawford.

10 pm  Drive-in Movie Memories - A film celebration of drive in movie theaters, one of America’s greatest symbols of youth, freedom and the automobile. What started as the business venture an auto parts dealer to make some easy money accidentally became a magical place where romance, fun and a sense of community flourished.

Thursday is History Night on KLRU Q

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June 6 (anniversary of D-Day)
8:00pm   Map Makers  ”Power: The D-Day Invasion Maps” – Focuses on the top-secret invasion maps of the Normandy coast created during World War II.

8:55pm   Navy Heroes of Normandy – Veterans set out to ensure the Navy’s role in the Allied invasion of Europe in 1944 is remembered.

9:55pm   American Road to Victory “The Americans on D-Day” – Battlefield historian Ellwood von Seibold tours the D-Day landings in his 1943 Dodge Command car.

 

June 13
8:00pm   Hindenburg and Hitler “The Making of a Fuehrer” - The political career of Paul von Hindenburg, Germany’s chancellor from 1925 to 1934, is chronicled.

8:55pm   Hitler’s Lost Soldier - The shattering events of World War II led a German soldier to a life of exile in the United States.

9:50pm   Secrets of the Dead “Bugging Hitler’s Soldiers” – The bugging operation by MI19 that recorded confessions by 4,000 German POW’s is highlighted.

 

June 20
8:00pm   Escape from Iran: The Hollywood Option – The Americans rescued from Iran disguised as Hollywood executives recall the operation.

8:50pm   Ghost Army – A look at US troops who tricked the enemy with sound effects and visual illusions in World War II.

9:50pm   Return to Alcatraz – The prison island of Alcatraz, one of the country’s most mysterious landmarks, is explored.

 

June 27
8:00pm   Battlefield Britain  - Philip of Spain sent the biggest invasion fleet in history against Queen Elizabeth I in what was seen as a religious crusade against England’s Protestant state.

9:00pm   Broadside  ”Emerging Empires Collide, Part 1″
10:00pm  Broadside #102, “Emerging Empires Collide, Part 2″ 
The two-part drama-documentary BROADSIDE tells the story of how the English invasion of Dutch Manhattan sparked the first global naval war.

Special programs for Juneteenth 2013

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KLRU presents the new documentary Tomlinson Hill on June 18 at 9 pm and June 24 at 10 pm. Tomlinson Hill documents how the legacy of slavery in East and Central Texas has created a region still divided despite the civil rights changes of the last 60 year.  Learn more about this powerful documentary.

Also new this year is Juneteenth Jamboree: Texas’ African American Heritage on June 13 at 8 pm and June 16 at 1 pm on KLRU. Celebrate the history and rich culture of African Americans in San Marcos, Texas. Juneteenth Jamboree takes you on a tour of Calaboose African American Museum and the historic Dunbar neighborhood. Plus, learn about native son and musician Eddie Durham who provided innovation to the world of jazz. The Gospel Expressions from Texas State University performs “The Black National Anthem.”

KLRU Q will feature a special day of programming on June 15th. First up is the 2013 Juneteenth Parade starting at 10:30 am. KLRU has again partnered with Channel Austin to present the annual Juneteenth parade live.

KLRU Q will also feature the 2010-2013 episodes of Juneteenth Jamboree on June 15 from 12:30 pm to 3 pm. These programs, produced by KLRU, celebrate African-American culture in Central Texas. First is Juneteenth Jamboree: Texas’ African American Heritage at 12:30 pm. That’s followed by:
Juneteenth Jamboree 2012 - Visit the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center and its director/curator Bernadette Phifer. Meet Janel Jefferson, an artist who gets some of her old-school ideas from eBay.
Juneteenth Jamboree 2011 – Dr. Jessica Grogan and Funmi Ogunro.
Juneteenth Jamboree 2010 - explore the notion of freedom.

Mondays on KLRUQ

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June 3
8:00pm   Ashes to Ashes  - The team is investigating the kidnap of a young girl, Dorothy Blonde, who was abducted as her stepmother walked her to school.

9:00pm   In Search of Shakespeare “A Time of Revolution” - Spies’ reports, archives and a coded diary help uncover the dark side of the playwright’s world.

10:00pm  She-Wolves: England’s Early Queens “Matilda and Eleanor” – Helen Castor examines why Matilda’s bid for the throne failed and explores Eleanor of Aquitaine.

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KLRU Q Saturday at the Movies – 6/1

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7:00 – Just Seen It “Episode #207“
Just Seen It is the review show where industry professionals present their takes on current movies and TV shows, and interview Hollywood insiders.

7:30 – On Story “James Franco: A Look Inside 127 Hours”
James Franco reveals his unique experience working on 127 Hours, including his faith in director Danny Boyle’s vision, and the collaboration approach from cast and crew to fulfill the tension needed to capture this true and tantalizing story. Followed by the allegorical short film, Voice Over, directed by Martin Rosete, about a few extreme situations that literally take your breath away.

8:00 – I Want To Live!
Convicted of murder, drug-addicted shill and prostitute Barbara Graham (Susan Hayward) lands on death row.

10:05 -Mae West … And The Men Who Knew Her
As the first “blonde bombshell,” Mae West reigned supreme and changed the nation’s view of women, sex and race – on stage, in films, on radio and television.

11:05 - Marilyn Monroe … Beyond The Legend
This Wombat production is narrated by Richard Widmark and features Marilyn Monroe’s great moments on film.

KLRU Q science & Sci-Fi Tuesdays in June

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June 4: Watch the skies!
8:00pm   POV “The City Dark” - A fascinating look at the science of the dark and an exploration of our relationship to the stars.

9:00pm   POV “Nostalgia for the Light” - Archaeologists dig for ancient civilizations and astronomers scan the sky in Chile’s Atacama Desert.

10:30pm  Doctor Who “The Girl Who Waited” - Amy is trapped in a quarantine for victims of an alien plague that will kill the Doctor in a day.

 

June 11: Doctor Who mini-marathon
8:00pm   Doctor Who “The God Complex” - The TARDIS lands in a hotel that has a room for every visitor that contains their darkest fears.

9:00pm   Doctor Who “Closing Time” - In the last few days of his life, the Doctor visits his old friend Craig and encounters a mystery.

10:00pm  Doctor Who “The Wedding of River Song” - The Doctors knows that there is only one thing can keep the universe safe – his own death.

 

June 18: Heroism in the face of disaster
8:00pm   Damrell’s Fire – Traces the extraordinary life of Boston’s fire chief whose leadership helped save the city in 1872.

9:00pm   Saving The Titanic – The story of the engineering crew who fought to hold back the power of the sea as the Titanic sank.

10:00pm  Doctor Who “The Doctor, The Widow & the Wardrobe” – A mysterious gift from a madcap caretaker leads Madge Arwell and her kids to a magical wintry world.

 

June 25: The Power of Nature
8:00pm   Nature’s Power Revealed “Power of Fire” - Examines the destructive force of volcanoes such as Mt. Vesuvius and how they shape the landscape.

9:00pm   Nature’s Power Revealed “The Power of Water” - The importance of water in shaping earth’s landscape and its role in the survival of civilization.

10:00pm  Nature’s Power Revealed “The Atmosphere” – The effects of tornados, lightning storms and wind and strange weather occurrences are showcased.

KLRU Q Saturday at the Movies – 5/25

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7:00 – Just Seen It “Episode #206“
Just Seen It is the review show where film school graduates and working entertainment professionals review the newest in theaters, on TV and cable as well as offer industry interviews.

7:30 - On Story “A Conversation With Damon Lindelof, Co-Creator Of Lost“
Damon Lindelof discusses his hand in some of the most celebrated and scrutinized works of science fiction over the past five years, and how much of their success is attributed to writing stories that leave a lot up to one’s imagination.

8:00 – Hollywood Stars Film Package “Call Northside 777“A Chicago newsman (James Stewart) digs up the story of a scrubwoman’s son (Richard Conte) who has been framed for murder.

9:55 – POV “Presumed Guilty“
“Presumed Guilty” is the story of two young lawyers and their struggle to free Tono Zuniga, a man who was wrongfully imprisoned in December 2005.

10:55 – American Masters “Neil Young: Don’t Be Denied“
Neil Young grants rare and unprecedented access for this documentary in which he traces his musical journey in his own words. The film includes new interviews shot in New York and California and utilizes previously unseen performance footage from the star’s own extensive archives.

 

KLRU Q Saturday at the Movies – 5/18

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7:00 Just Seen It – “Episode #205”
Just Seen It is the review show where film school graduates and working entertainment professionals review the newest in theaters, on TV and cable as well as offer industry interviews.

7:30 – On Story “The Heart Of The Superhero“
The creative minds behind the films Thor, The Avengers, Hulk, The Incredible Hulk, Elektra, The Green Lantern, X-Men: The Last Stand, X2, and X-Men: First Class divulge the complexities of memorable heroes and villains, and how some of the best supernatural films tap into the most basic of human elements.

8:00 – Hollywood Stars Film Package “Planet Of The Apes“
An astronaut (Charlton Heston) goes by time warp to a future planet ruled by smart apes who keep humans as slaves.

9:55 – Pioneers Of Television “Science Fiction“
This episode explores how storytellers Gene Roddenberry and Rod Serling (of “The Twilight Zone”) used the future as a stage for modern morality plays, and William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, Nichelle Nichols and other science-fiction stars describe how they prepared to interact on-camera with a malevolent alien force … or, perhaps, a giant radish.

10:55 - Video Games Live
The power and emotion of a symphony orchestra mixed with the excitement and energy of a rock concert and the technology, fun and interactivity of a video game all completely synchronized to amazing cutting edge video screen visuals, state of the art lighting, and special FX.

 

KLRU Q Saturday at the Movies – 5/11

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KLRU-Q’s Saturday Night at the Movies presents a full-length feature film every Saturday night, plus extra content that gives the evening an exciting spin. Each film explores the work of legendary actors and actresses through many important films from their careers. Here is a peek of what this Saturday has in store:

7:00 – Just Seen It “Episode #204“
Just Seen It is the review show where film school graduates and working entertainment professionals review the newest in theaters, on TV and cable as well as offer industry interviews.

7:30 – On Story “Elements Of Great Horror“
Professional horror writers explore how great drama lies at the core of the most frightening films, and discuss the style and techniques used to invoke fear, suspense and thrills that linger long after the credits roll.

8:00 – Hollywood Stars Film Package “Rain Man”
A wheeler-dealer (Tom Cruise) meets his brother (Dustin Hoffman), an institutionalized autistic-savant and heir to $3 million.

10:15 – Hollywood Stars Film Package “Hoosiers“
A college basketball coach leaves the Navy in 1951 and becomes coach of an underdog Indiana high-school team.

 

 

Submarines on KLRU Q 5/9

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Submarines are the focus of the night on KLRU Q for May 9th!
8:00pm - Frozen North: Sir Hubert’s Forgotten Submarine Expedition
Sir Hubert Wilkins renovated a WWI submarine, enlisted a crew of 20, and planned to make headlines with a daring expedition. The ship was christened “Nautilus,” made famous by Jules Verne’s novel 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. In the riveting documentary, oceanographer Hans Fricke searches for the wreck of Nautilus. With a wealth of historical footage, modern re-enactments, and the help of a 1:1 steel model of the sub, one of the last polar adventures of our time is brought back to life

8:55pm - Lost and Found: The Legacy of the USS Lagarto
This program recounts the discovery of a WWII US Navy submarine; the first found since the war ended. Missing for more than 60 years, Lagarto and her crew of 86 men vanished during war patrol in the Pacific in 1945. Divers John Chatterton and Richie Kohler, who discovered an unknown sunken German U-Boat near New Jersey described in the best-seller “Shadow Divers,” take viewers to the final resting spot of the American sub at the bottom of the Gulf of Thailand. Their underwater high definition video reveals the evidence of Lagarto’s fierce battle involving split-second decisions against a Japanese convoy.

9:55pm - Secrets of the Kursk
In 2000, the Russian nuclear submarine Kursk sunk in the Barents Sea. The tragedy was surrounded in controversy. The Russian military and politicians in charge stifled all information about how the accident occurred, fearful of the perceived blow to Russian prestige. What caused the accident? Was negligence involved? Was the government’s underfunding of the military a part of the equation? Secrets of the Kursk is an intriguing look at a mystery that turned the former pride of the Russian people into a nightmare that haunts them to this day.