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In The News: The Latest on ITVS Programs
June 1, 2010S. Leo Chiang's film on PBS touchingly displays how a Vietnamese community picked up the pieces post-Katrina, finding their voice in a quintessentially American way. Read now >> It’s not every June that brings the opportunity to see one of last year’s most acclaimed films on television and without even a cable connection, at that but this June is one…
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An Epic Journey for an Autistic Boy
May 11, 2010"...this compelling documentary presents its story via multiple access points: the subject of autism, the notion of alternative healing and the simple travelogue appeal of an excursion to remote, untamed Mongolia. The Horse Boy has the nerve to be spiritual without entering the minefield of faith, and through careful handling, could resonate strongly…
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Community Cinema screens The Horse Boy in Philadelphia
April 26, 2010The Horse Boy, (airing Tuesday, May 11 at 10 PM, check local listings) explores one family’s unforgettable journey as they travel halfway across the world in search of a miracle to heal their autistic son. On April 21st, WHYY and Community Cinema hosted a screening of The Horse Boy in Philadelphia. More than 200 people packed the venue, including many…
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Community Cinema Screens The Horse Boy in Brooklyn
April 7, 2010Community Cinema recently hosted two screenings of the Independent Lens film The Horse Boy with the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, who is presenting five Independent Lens documentaries with us this season. The film explores the Issacson's family journey as they travel halfway across the world in search of a miracle to heal their son…