POV

Indie Films Series / 13 Seasons

Since 1988, POV has been the home for the world’s boldest contemporary filmmakers, celebrating intriguing personal stories that spark conversation and inspire action.

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40m 19s / TV-14

What Was It Like in Afghanistan?

1m 29s

Bodi and Cole, two of the soldiers featured in Heather Courtney's documentary 'Where Soldiers Come From,' talk about the state of Afghanistan during their deployment. Both young men describe it as something they had never experienced before, and remember the living conditions of the Afghan people.

Where Soldiers Come From: Capitol Hill Screening Opening...

8m 20s

Honoring active-duty military, veterans, their families and the communities they come from, U.S. Senator Carl Levin of Michigan, General Craig R. McKinley and the National Guard Bureau, Military to Medicine and POV presented the highly-acclaimed film 'Where Soldiers Come From' at a special screening on November 1, 2011, in Washington, D.C.

Where Soldiers Come From: Capitol Hill Screening Q-and-A

2m 28s

U.S. Senator Carl Levin of Michigan, General Craig R. McKinley and the National Guard Bureau, Military to Medicine and POV presented the highly-acclaimed film 'Where Soldiers Come From' at a special screening on November 1, 2011, in Washington, D.C. Director Heather Courtney and the subjects of the film answered questions.

Back Home

5m 24s

In this clip from 'Where Soldiers Come From,' Dom and Bodi return home from Afghanistan and begin the reintegration process. Dom is more irritable, and Bodi is concerned about his traumatic brain injury diagnosis.

Where Soldiers Come From - Trailer

2m 20s

From a small town in northern Michigan to the mountains of Afghanistan, "Where Soldiers Come From" follows the journey of childhood friends who join the National Guard after graduating from high school. It chronicles the young men's transformation from teenagers to soldiers to 23-year-old combat veterans, the film offers an intimate look at the young men who fight our wars.

Dom's Truck Is Hit by an IED in Afghanistan

3m 6s

In this clip from 'Where Soldiers Come From,' Dom's truck is hit by an improvised explosive device (IED) while on patrol in Afghanistan. After being treated, he returns home and shares the story with his family.

Last Train Home - Trailer

2m 34s

Every spring, China's cities are plunged into chaos as 130 million migrant workers journey to their home villages for the New Year in the world's largest human migration. "Last Train Home" takes viewers on a heart-stopping journey with the Zhangs, a couple who left infant children behind for factory jobs 16 years ago, hoping their wages would lift their children to a better life.

Last Train Home - Filmmaker Interview

20m 5s

Filmmaker Lixin Fan talks with POV about the reasons he decided to make 'Last Train Home.' He describes the family that is at the center of the film, and the challenges he faced while filming them.

The World's Largest Human Migration

7m 57s

Every year, 130 million migrant workers in China make their way home for New Year celebrations. In this dramatic clip from 'Last Train Home,' the Zhangs brave massive crowds of people and long lines in order to travel home and see their children.

Arguments with Police

2m 50s

In this deleted scene from 'Last Train Home,' the Zhangs as well as other migrant workers become annoyed with police officers at Guangzhou train station. They begin to voice their opinions to the law enforcement, but are unsuccessful.

Huilong Village on Chinese New Year

2m 10s

In this deleted scene from 'Last Train Home,' New Year celebrations in Huilong bring vibrant costumes, music and parades to the village. The Zhangs enjoy the festivities in the village center as well as back at their modest home.

Interviews at Guangzhou Train Station

5m 58s

In this deleted scene from 'Last Train Home,' migrant workers waiting at China's Guangzhou train station express their frustrations and disappointments with factory life and traveling home for the New Year.

We Work Far Away From Home

56s

In this clip from 'Last Train Home,' a Chinese worker travels home for New Year celebrations. He becomes frustrated by the time it takes him to get home, as when he finally reaches his destination, he will see his 3-month-old son for the first time.

Preparing for the MSA

5m 56s

In this exclusive clip from 'The Learning,' Angel, an immigrant teacher from the Philippines, prepares students in her class for a standardized test for Maryland public schools. She expresses her desire for her students to do well, but also describes her love of teaching after the test is taken, when she can focus on learning skills for life rather than just for test day.

'The Learning' Film Update: Grace

3m 46s

Grace, one of the teachers featured in 'The Learning,' updates the audience about what has happened since cameras stopped rolling. She now lives with her family and her sister in Baltimore, and is in her sixth year of teaching in the Baltimore public school system.

'The Learning' Film Update: Rhea

4m 15s

Rhea, one of the teachers featured in 'The Learning,' updates the audience about what has happened since cameras stopped rolling. Her son now lives with her in Baltimore and she strives to live solely in the present, not worrying too much about the future.

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