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The Daily Aesthetics of Alexander Martin

A documentary about Alexander, a queer artist and drag queen living in Peoria, Illinois.
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When I'm Her

Michael, once a ballet prodigy, finds refuge and liberation as his alter ego, Madame Olga.
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Twice as Likely

Why are Black infants twice as likely as White infants to die before their first birthday?
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The Piñata

Mia finds it difficult to keep up appearances for her friends and family.
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Seahorse

A young Yezidi girl wrestles quietly with her traumatic memories of the Mediterranean Sea.
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On All Fronts

Family member reveals personal experiences never shared before with their loved ones.
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Senior Prom

For Triangle Square retirement home residents, “senior” prom takes on a whole new meaning.
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Chilly and Milly

The story of a diabetic father with kidney failure and his child.
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The First Monument

The First Monument explores the commission of a bust of Mr. Newton.
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Amplified Voices

A community public mural project amplifies the voices of local artists.
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Ka Ho'i

A Hawaiian War Veteran grapples with the struggles of growing older.
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The Dig: Bmore Club

Baltimore's unique music and dance genre is poised for a post-pandemic comeback.
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Grilled Queso

A night in the life of a couple working in a food truck in the busiest areas in Austin.
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83 and Alone

83 AND ALONE explores a community made empty because of water.
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17 Year Locust

Haitian immigrant Rene moves to Louisiana with his wife in hopes of a new life.
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Road to Step

A fraternity’s step team vies for the Black Step Show crown on campus.
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Monograph: Lo Harris

Self taught illustrator has transformed her practice into a full time art career.
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Kantan Hereru

A aging blacksmith tells stories from his past and shares the importance of his craft.
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Salvando A Salvador

A dark comedy about three sisters who seek to do right by their deceased father.
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Osage Murders

A documentary focusing on the events that occurred on the Osage reservation in the 1920s.
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You Can’t Stop Spirit

The Mardi Gras Baby Dolls explore themes of identity and sexual liberation in New Orleans.
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Wonderfully Made

Kashmiere Culberson is a recent college graduate who embodies strength and confidence. Kash does not allow her disability to limit her pursuit of happiness and self-love.
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I'm Free, Now You Are Free

A story about the reunion and repair between a formerly incarcerated political prisoner.
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My Chinatown, With Aloha

Kimberlee Bassford explores her family’s relationship to Honolulu's Chinatown.
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Disrupted Borders

A coming-of-age story about two best friends living on the US-Mexico border.
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Ala Moana Boys

Five young men consider their futures and their families as they weigh the consequences.
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About the Festival

Now in its 12th year, the PBS Short Film Festival is a celebration of independent films and filmmaking. Join us in exploring an incredible selection from talented filmmakers, showcasing films about family, identity, culture, inspiration, society and more.
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Mitchel Merrick and Lopaka Kapanui Share the Inspiration Behind 'Ka Ho'i'
Mitchel Merrick and Lopaka Kapanui Share the Inspiration Behind 'Ka Ho'i'
by Megan Hearst | July 12, 2022
Director Mitchel Merrick and Producer Lopaka Kapanui discuss the making of "Ka Ho'i," and the stories which helped to inform this short film.
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Filmmaker Vashni Korin Finds Courage in Herself and Other Baby Dolls in 'You Can't Stop Spirit'
Filmmaker Vashni Korin Finds Courage in Herself and Other Baby Dolls in 'You Can't Stop Spirit'
by Nicholas Price | Reel South | July 11, 2022
Filmmaker Vashni Korin introduces the audience to the Mardi Gras Baby Dolls, a group of empowered Black women playing upon New Orleans masking traditions, in her short film, "You Can't Stop Spirit."
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The 'Disrupted Borders' Team Highlights the Beauty of Friendships and Latinx Culture
The 'Disrupted Borders' Team Highlights the Beauty of Friendships and Latinx Culture
by Nicholas Price | Reel South | July 11, 2022
Producer Ramon Villa-Hernández talks about his team's short film, "Disrupted Borders," and the cross-border friendship between two girls which inspired it.
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Allison Walsh and Alexander Martin Speak on Film, Art, Inspiration, and Collaboration
Allison Walsh and Alexander Martin Speak on Film, Art, Inspiration, and Collaboration
by Nicole Tillberg | July 11, 2022
In an interview, Allison Walsh and Alexander Martin discuss how their friendship and art inspired the creation of "The Daily Aesthetics of Alexander Martin."
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Jeanette Lam Highlights the Creative Communities Behind 'Amplified Voices'
Jeanette Lam Highlights the Creative Communities Behind 'Amplified Voices'
by Danielle Sanzone | July 11, 2022
Jeanette Lam discusses her new film, "Amplified Voices," Youth FX, the community organization that inspired it, and the importance of telling BIPOC stories outside of the dominant cultural narratives.
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Filmmaker Q&A: Dan Bigbee Jr. Discusses His Film 'Osage Murders'
Filmmaker Q&A: Dan Bigbee Jr. Discusses His Film 'Osage Murders'
by Emma Goddard | July 11, 2022
Director/Producer Dan Bigbee Jr. discusses the years-long journey producing his film "Osage Murders" and what he learned while working on this project.
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