Thursday
Black Swan, Eleven, 9:30 pm AEST
Starring Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis, Darren Aronfosky’s Black Swan tells the tale of a delicate ballet dancer (Portman) whose world begins to unravel as she prepares for her leading role in Swan Lake. From the fantastic acting to the surreal editing, Black Swan is an innovative and thrilling film that will haunt you for days.
Friday
Shaun Micallef’s Mad As Hell, ABC2, 9 pm AEST
Returning for its fourth season, the premiere episode of Shaun Micallef’s Mad As Hell is bound to be just as smirking, sardonic and apropos as ever.
Mission: Impossible, Ch. 10, 8:30 pm AEST
Framed for the deaths of his espionage team, secret agent Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) sets out to discover the truth and clear his name in this action-packed testament to 90s cinema.
Saturday
Full Metal Jacket, SBS, 8:30 pm AEST
Directed by Stanley Kubrick, Full Metal Jacket follows the story of a young U.S. Marine who observes the ddehumanisingeffects of the Vietnam War upon his fellow recruits. If you’re in the mood for something heavy and profound, look no further than this dark, gruelling masterpiece.
Sunday
The Girl With Seven Mums, ABC2, 8:19 AEST
The title is no trick – ten-year-old Ellie from East Sussex has seven mums. Detailing the unconventional lifestyle of Britain’s only openly polygamous family, this documentary is a must-see for anyone that enjoys a strong dosage of bizarre television on a Sunday night.
Monty Python Live: One Down, Five to Go, SBS, 8:30 AEST
Filmed on the final night of their O2 Arena performances in July 2013, this live show marks the last stand of this influential comedic troupe. If you’re a fan of their silly skits, absurd songs and off-kilter outlooks, this send-off performance is one not to be missed.
BEYONCÉ JAY Z: ON THE RUN, FOX8, 7:30 pm AEST
If you missed it on Tuesday night, never fear – FOX8 is showing this special program again! Filmed live in Paris, this concert special documents the first collaborative tour of everyone’s favourite power couple. Performing over 40 hits, this program is simply unmissable for any fan of Bey and Jay.
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