This acclaimed Emmy Award-winning anthology series features documentaries and a limited number of fiction films united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement and unflinching visions of their independent producers. "Independent Lens" features unforgettable stories about a unique individual, community or moment in history. The series is supported by interactive companion Web sites and national publicity and community engagement campaigns.
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Scenes From The Glittering World
Indigenous teens going to a remote school on Navajo Nation reservation plan their futures.
Season 23
Episode 15

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When Claude Got Shot
After being shot in the face, a law student is torn by the effects of gun violence.
Season 23
Episode 14

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1:22:37
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Try Harder!
At San Francisco’s Lowell High School, San Francisco's academic pressure cooker, stressed-out seniors chase college dreams. But is college worth the grind?
Season 23
Episode 13

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AWARE: Glimpses of Consciousness
Researchers take a mind-blowing journey to investigate the mysteries of consciousness.
Season 23
Episode 12

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Owned: A Tale of Two Americas
Exposé on how American housing policy has been manipulated in discriminatory ways.
Season 23
Episode 8