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  1. ITVS Programming Department and Panel Review

    May 18, 2009

    The ITVS office has been abuzz with a milestone for the Programming department known as Panel Review, which has filmmakers around the world anxiously waiting for the news that they’ll be awarded the jackpot to finish their documentary. On occasion, you might wonder “How does ITVS select its programming?” It’s no easy task as we aim to fund the highest

  2. Art House Theater Interactive Map

    May 18, 2009

    Where do you go to see your favorite indie films? Today many art house theaters are struggling to survive, as multiplex theaters are becoming a fixture of the suburban American landscape. Check out the Independent Lens Art House Theater Interactive Map to add your favorite theater or comment about others. Whether it’s a grand, restored movie palace or

  3. New Database Matches Indie Filmmakers with Funders

    May 8, 2009

    Finding funding for projects is an ongoing challenge for independent filmmakers. Similarly, funders may also have a difficult time finding the right media projects that match their interests and initiatives. Grantmakers in Film + Electronic Media (GFEM) helps play matchmaker with a new online tool that pairs independents with funders based on common

  4. ITVS Funding Deadlines

    May 6, 2009

    Looking for film funding? ITVS funds, distributes and promotes new programs primarily for public television. We work with independent producers to create and present programs that take creative risks, advance issues and represent points of view not usually seen on public or commercial television. ITVS is committed to programming that addresses the

  5. Recently Funded by ITVS

    May 1, 2009

    ITVS funds, distributes and promotes new programs produced by independent producers primarily for public television and beyond. We're proud to announce the latest projects recently funded by ITVS. We look forward to working with each of the filmmakers to support their broadcast and continued effort to bring a diversity of programming to viewers.