As the year winds down and December's enchanting chill embraces us, immerse yourself in another eclectic collection of POV documentaries. Be inspired by our Unsung Legends, where extraordinary tales of bravery and resilience unfold, and celebrate the rich heritage and enduring principles of African and African American cultures with Kwanzaa. If you were captivated by Wisdom Gone Wild, don't miss the PBS rebroadcast of Season 35 favorites on family and caregiving, Love & Stuffand He's My Brother, on December 16th (check local listings). Also, mark your calendars for the broadcast premiere of How to Have an American Baby on December 11th – a kaleidoscopic journey into the shadow economy of birth tourism in the U.S., vividly brought to life through a series of intimately observed vignettes.
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Courage Against All Odds 🌍💪
Unsung Legends celebrates the courage of individuals in the face of formidable adversities. Aurora's Sunrise brings to life the astonishing story of a young Armenian Genocide survivor turned Hollywood sensation. In Fire Through Dry Grass, audacious poets in a New York nursing home use their voices as a powerful call during the height of the pandemic. Midnight Traveler offers a raw, eye-opening glimpse into the journey of an Afghan family seeking asylum against all odds. Midwives spotlights the powerful bond and service of a Buddhist and Muslim in Myanmar’s divided communities. The heartening The Rescue List follows the rebirth of children from the depths of labor in Ghana to new beginnings. And Mayordelves into the daily life of Musa Hadid, the Christian mayor of Ramallah, as he navigates the complexities of leadership under Israeli occupation. Uncover these remarkable tales of tenacity, hope, and the quest for justice around the world.
Immerse yourself in the spirit and values of Kwanzaa with our cinematic celebration that mirrors the seven revered principles. Experience unity in You Can’t Stop Spirit (Umoja), self-determination in President (Kujichagulia), collective responsibility in The Changing Same(Ujima), cooperative economics in By Way of Canarsie (Ujamaa), purpose in Are You Down? (Nia), creativity in Shut Up and Paint (Kuumba), and faith in I’m Free Now, You Are Free(Imani). Each film is a window into the rich tapestry of African and African American cultures.
Major funding for POV is provided by PBS, The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the Wyncote Foundation, Reva & David Logan Foundation, Open Society Foundations, Perspective Fund and the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional funding comes from Nancy Blachman and David desJardins, Bertha Foundation, The Hollywood Foreign Press Association's Charitable Trust, Park Foundation, Sage Foundation, New York State Council on the Arts, public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, Chris and Nancy Plaut, Abby Pucker, Ann Tenenbaum and Thomas H. Lee and public television viewers. POV is presented by a consortium of public television stations, including KQED San Francisco, WGBH Boston and THIRTEEN in association with WNET.ORG.
