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NA KAMALEI: The Men of Hula
Premieres May 6
Following legendary teacher Robert Cazimero and his all-male hula students. Go beyond the stereotypes of grass skirt girls to find a story of Hawaiian pride, past and present.
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A DREAM IN DOUBT
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One of America’s first post 9/11 hate crimes reveals a story of national tragedy, murder, community and the American dream.
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Can’t make it to the art house? Here are some recently released indie films for you to watch at home.
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Flickr Submissions: I Am An American
Inspired by the upcoming broadcast of A DREAM IN DOUBT, we invite photo submissions that answer the question, what is an American? Celebrate the diversity of life and culture in the U.S.
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Learn From the Pros
Get tips from independent filmmakers. Six exclusive shorts cover topics including stop-motion animation, the use of archival footage, finding a point of view and more.
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NEW YEAR BABY: May
Find free monthly screenings of upcoming Indie Lens films and learn how you can get involved locally.
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After each Independent Lens broadcast, the audience decides how the film measures up.
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From Short to Feature Film
George Lucas, Wes Anderson, Billy Bob Thornton and others have stretched their stories from shorts to feature length film. See which films have gone the distance.
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The KING CORN Filmocracy Contest
Enter to win. It’s easy! If you are what you eat, what are you? We provide the clips. You provide the point of view. Mix it up. Make a statement. Win great prizes.
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