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TV Programs of Note

Following are some theatrical movies and television programs of note. This information is being provided to assist people in making viewing choices.

Monday-Friday, 2:30 p.m., Inspiration Channel (cable) -- Catholic Mass.

Monday-Sunday, 7 a.m., 11:10 a.m., 6 p.m., 11 p.m., EWTN (cable) -- Daily Mass. No 6 p.m. showing on Sunday.

Saturday, Dec. 27, 5 p.m., History Channel (cable) -- The Day They Died. The final hours of the famous and infamous are recalled in this documentary ranging from goofy to grim. The program is a lumpy hodgepodge, using historical and medical commentators, routine dramatizations, and archival stills to recreate those deaths that might hold interest because of their unusual nature or the fact that a famous individual was involved.

Sunday, Dec. 28 and Jan. 4, 7 a.m., WISC (CBS) -- Mass. Celebrated by Msgr. Thomas Campion, sponsored by Apostolate to the Handicapped.

Sunday, Dec. 28, 7 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- Nature: "Lost World of the Holy Land. "More than a hundred animals are identified in the Old Testament, many with unfamiliar names. Some are extinct, while others face extinction. But a few that disappeared from the wilds of the Holy Land have been restored there, as the result of tireless dedication by both Israeli and Arab conservationists, who are struggling to prevent any further wildlife extinctions. This film explores their remarkable efforts, and also conveys the hope that one kind of cooperation may help open the door to another.

Sunday, Dec. 28, 8 p.m., WKOW (ABC) -- "Dreamkeeper." Visually alluring but lacking narrative heft, Hallmark Entertainment's miniseries is a slow-paced work that blends tradition and today with decent results. The lesson imparted by "Dreamkeepers" is that to thrive and make one's life fulfilling, one must comprehend the past and understand - and even embrace - one's traditions, and that bringing together values and beliefs from older generations can have great significance in one's life. Part two: 8 p.m. Dec. 29.

Monday, Dec. 29, 8:30 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- "Rod Serling: Submitted for Your Approval." This American Masters program pays a nostalgic tribute to one of TV's pioneering talents. The program begins with Serling's contributions to the exciting era of live television plays with excerpts from such works as Patterns (1955) and Requiem for a Heavyweight (1956). The era ended when the networks switched to filmed dramas in 1959 which is what brought Serling and many of his co-workers from New York to Hollywood. Produced and directed by Susan Lacy, the documentary captures a past television era through the career of one of its most polished and prolific writers.

Wednesday, Dec. 31, 7 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- Live From Lincoln Center: "New York Philharmonic New Year's Eve Gala." Sir Andrew Davis conducts the New York Philharmonic in this concert with soprano Renée Fleming. The program includes Debussy's "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun," Ravel's "Shéhérazade," selections from Bizet's "Carmen" and the overture to Offenbach's "Orpheus in the Underworld."

Wednesday, Dec. 31, 11 p.m., EWTN (cable) -- Live New Year's Day Mass of reparation from EWTN headquarters. Repeats 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Jan. 1.

Thursday, Jan. 1, 10 a.m., WHA (PBS) -- Best of Wisconsin Stories. This program begins a daylong festival of programming devoted to Wisconsin landmarks, nature, fine arts, diversity, and compelling stories. (See related article on this page.)

Thursday, Jan. 1, 11 a.m., EWTN (cable) -- Live New Year's Day Mass from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. Repeats 11 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 1, 7 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- Great Performances: "From Vienna: The New Year's Celebration 2004." Continuing its time-honored holiday tradition, Great Performances returns to the stately splendor of Vienna's Musikverein Hall for its 20th annual New Year's Day celebration with the Vienna Philharmonic and host Walter Cronkite. Riccardo Muti returns as guest conductor to lead the renowned orchestra in a selection of buoyant Strauss Family waltzes. This year's telecast also features the Vienna State Opera Ballet dancing Johann Strauss II's Acceleration Waltz and Champagne Polka, live from the elegant Liechtenstein Palace, as well as a visit to the magnificent Hofburg Palace, once the seat of the imperial Hapsburg dynasty. And in a special addition to this year's festivities, a montage of ice skating performances will accompany Josef Strauss' Skating Polka.

Thursday, Jan. 1, 8:30 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- Fred Rogers: America's Favorite Neighbor. A nostalgic look at the life and work of the beloved children's TV personality and host of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, hosted by Michael Keaton.

Sunday, Jan. 4, 3:30 p.m., EWTN (cable) -- A Star Shall Rise. Raymond Burr and other well-known actors of the day are featured in this story of the three wise men, their discussion of the new star, and eventual travel to Bethlehem. Repeats 10 a.m., 5:30 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. Jan. 6.

Sunday, Jan. 4, 6 p.m., EWTN (cable) -- Abortion's Impact on Women and the Family. Dr. Wanda Franz, president of the National Right to Life Committee, joins Franciscan University Presents host, Fr. Michael Scanlan, and panelists, Dr. Regis Martin and Professor Kevin Miller, to discuss the growing body of research proving that abortion is bad physically and psychologically for women and their subsequent children. Repeats noon Jan. 6 and 2 a.m. Jan. 9.

Sunday, Jan. 4, 7 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- Nova: "Mars: Dead Or Alive." During Earth month January 2004, a strange sight will unfold on the planet Mars. Above a vast, dry lake bed south of the Martian equator, a conical vehicle will parachute toward the surface; then, just before touch down, it will be enveloped by a gigantic protective airbag allowing the craft bounce safely to a stop. Inside is Spirit, the most sophisticated rover ever launched from Earth, which Nova covers in depth. The last few moments of the program reveal the outcome of the Mars landing. The rebroadcast will update the original program.

Thursday, Jan. 8, 9 p.m., WHA (PBS) -- Frontline/World: "Forbidden Iran." This edition of PBS's international newsmagazine includes a harrowing report from Iran, where reporter Jane Kokan risks her life to secretly film shocking evidence of a government-sponsored reign of terror. Kokan escapes the constant surveillance of the Iranian authorities to record exclusive interviews detailing the systematic torture and execution of students opposed to the current regime.