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The Tacos of Texas

Two Taco Journalists explore tradition, food culture, and the difference between each "Iconic Tacos of Texas".
Decade of Fire

Uncover a story of injustice, survival and hope that is vital for communities on the brink today.
The Hidden Vote

Muslims for Trump, Navajo coal advocates, gun-owning LGBT activists – what do they all have in common?

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ITVS Achieves Milestone 100th Sundance Film Festival Selection
December 3, 2018

Last week the Sundance Institute announced the showcase of independent feature films selected for the 2019 Sundance Film Festival. We are thrilled to share that four of the selections drawn from a record-breaking 14,259 submissions are ITVS co-productions. It's a milestone moment for ITVS. The 2019 festival entries mark 100 ITVS co-productions…
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National Issues, Local Impact: How Indie Lens Pop-Up, Filmmakers, and PBS Stations Gather Communities
October 17, 2018

Fueling films that spark conversations, and connecting with local audiences, is at the heart of our mission to bring impactful independent documentaries to public media. Indie Lens Pop-Up is the tool in which ITVS filmmakers, PBS member stations, and other local partners connect and engage with their communities. These events translate your film’s…

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