Now Streaming:
Hispanic Heritage Month & Democracy Rising
Stateless (2021)
Join us in celebrating the power of storytelling with our two remarkable collections on POV. Dive into narratives that highlight the essence of democracy and the vibrant experiences of Latinx communities. Stream these compelling documentaries on www.pov.org and the @PBS App.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we proudly present a curated selection of films that celebrate Latinx and Spanish-language stories. These films weave together themes of migration, love, cultural roots, and resilience, offering unforgettable narratives that resonate across borders and cultures.
Highlights:
Bulls and Saints: Experience a heartfelt return to Mexico after decades in the U.S.
The Last Out: Follow the journey of Cuban baseball players chasing their dreams.
In collaboration with Preserving Democracy, a public media initiative of The WNET Group, we present Democracy Rising. This collection features voices on the frontlines of change, challenging us to reflect on the essence of democracy and what we must strive to protect and preserve.
Highlights:
Stateless: Explore the complex history of Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
The Neutral Ground: Delve into America's relationship with Confederate history.
Softie: A grassroots activist's journey into politics in Kenya.
At POV, we believe in the transformative power of storytelling to connect us more deeply to the world around us. After viewing, please share your thoughts with our team at [email protected]. Your feedback enriches our community and shapes the future of our storytelling.
Our free resources are crafted with a genuine focus on communities, classrooms, and the natural curiosity within us all. Formulated by dedicated educators, community leaders, and knowledgeable librarians, these assets provide a range of activities, reading material, guidance for facilitation, and thoughtful discussion prompts to enable tangible steps towards impactful change. Explore our comprehensive resources to deepen your grasp of the narratives and themes surfacing in our highlighted titles for the month:
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.
