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Independent Lens
Get Ready for a New Season of Independent Lens
Independent Lens launches its 12th season on PBS with a lineup of 23 remarkable documentaries from both new and established filmmakers. The season opener on Monday, September 30 is Don’t Stop Believin’: Everyman’s Journey, a real life rock and roll fairy tale about Filipino singer Arnel Pineda, who was plucked from YouTube to become the frontman for the iconic American rock band Journey.
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The town of Victoria’s support for the Muslim community wanes as rebuilding efforts stall.
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A Texas town is thrown into the national spotlight when a local mosque erupts in flames.
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Muslim chaplains advocate for equality in the military.
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A collaboration changes the course of forensic science and international human rights.
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Filmmaker captures immigrant's life in prison through family reenactments.
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Conservative beliefs have defined them. Now they’re championing their LGBTQ+ children.
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A woman’s journey to heal from childhood sexual abuse and confront generational trauma.
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Three people with ALS confront complex choices in this intimate exploration.
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Modern women in China keep alive the tradition of Nüshu, a secret written language.
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How Vegas activist Ruby Duncan's grassroots movement of moms fought for guaranteed income.
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A supervised drug injection site gives hope to a community ravaged by fentanyl deaths.
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The people of Pahokee rise “outta the muck” to celebrate family history and football.