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1. America Ferrera Makes PBS Programming a Habit

   March 22, 2011

   The Independent Lens host lists a few reasons why Public Television is more important today than ever before.          Art, history, science, news, and great documentaries are among the many reasons to make PBS a habit. No cable subscription required! Catch host America Ferrera Tuesday night’s on Independent Lens and tune in next week for the inspirational…

2. Celebrate Diversity with America Ferrera & Independent Lens

   February 23, 2011

   IL host reminds us that everyday is heritage day There is a heritage or history month for practically every ethnicity, race, and identity. Throughout February, we on BTB have been highlighting documentaries by and about filmmakers of color, in honor of Black History Month. From NBPC’s AfroPop Series to the Independent Lens doc When I Rise featuring the…

3. Independent Lens Unveils Winter/Spring Lineup of First-Rate Films

   January 4, 2011

   Independent Lens is back with an all-star winter/spring 2011 lineup. Hosted by America Fererra, the winter/spring season kicks off on Tuesday, January 4, 2010 with Dylan Williams’s Men who Swim, a humorous and poignant look at a group of middle-aged men who have found unlikely success as members of Sweden's all-male synchronized swimming team. This…

4. Diving In to 2011 with Men Who Swim

   January 3, 2011

   Happy New Year all! Independent Lens is diving head first into the 2011 season with the hilarious documentary Men Who Swim, airing this Tuesday at 10 PM (check local listings.) The film, by director Dylan Williams, follows a group of middle-aged men in Stockholm who find unlikely fellowship as members of Sweden’s all-male synchronized swim team. What…

5. Happy Holidays From America Ferrera

   December 24, 2010

   Host America Ferrera and Independent Lens wish you a happy winter holiday season! Stay tuned for our stellar 2011 lineup of documentaries each week on Independent Lens. For now, stay safe and have a wonderful New Year!