Janus: Without Prejudice -- A brilliant series questioning the Australian legal system. This week the drug trial of Steve Hennessey and Darren Mack begins. ABC, 8.30pm, Thursday, November 3.
The Big Picture: Billy Connolly's World Tour of Scotland -- Billy Connolly is partnered by a film crew as he travels around Scotland. This footage of Billy showing off the sights and recalling the events of the past is mixed with excerpts from his live shows. ABC, 9.30pm, Thursday, November 3.
About Us: The Long War -- Writer and broadcaster Martin Dillon tells the story of Northern Ireland between 1969 and 1972 through leading figures on both sides, and questions both political and military strategy of the British. SBS, 8.30pm, Friday, November 4.
Drop the Dead Donkey -- The long-awaited return of this British comedy has unfortunately been disappointing. After the biting satire of Frontline, Drop the Dead Donkey falls a little short. SBS, 8.30pm, Saturday, November 5.
Eat Carpet -- Short and smart film and video. Tonight's selection includes films on World War II and a thought-provoking experimental animation about the nuclear threat. SBS, 11.25pm, Saturday, November 5.
The Cutting Edge: Empty Arms, Broken Hearts -- Jacqueline Gillespie examines the emerging problem of international parental child abduction. She travels from Morocco to the USA and Switzerland to compare situations. SBS, 8.30, Tuesday, November 8.
(Times are AEDT.)
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