This Earth Month, new and streaming films focus on communities striving to protect their families, homes and traditions from the adverse effects of climate change while cherishing the beauty and cultural significance of their surroundings. Premiering this April on LOCAL, USA, “Linnentown” examines the history of the historically Black neighborhood of Athens, GA and how an urban renewal project forced families out of their homes, and four new Stories from the Stage celebrate the season with stories of the environment, sports and more.
A Decent Home
When housing on the lowest rung of the American dream is being devoured by the wealthiest of the wealthy, whose dream are we serving? A DECENT HOME, directed by Sara Terry, addresses urgent issues of class and economic (im)mobility through the lives of mobile home park residents who can’t afford housing anywhere else.
In 1982, five Black women from Chattanooga sued the Ku Klux Klan in a groundbreaking civil case. Their victory set a legal precedent that held the Klan accountable and inspired future battles against organized hate. This film chronicles their bravery and the lasting impact of their fight for justice and community healing.
Victory Lap
For some runners, the finish line is a milestone in a much bigger journey. Norah joins an all-women crew to conquer the Boston Marathon despite winds, hills and doubters; Jenny attempts a cross-country run, finding strength in failure and donuts; and Mel refuses to let a terminal leukemia diagnosis stop him from running a marathon. Three storytellers, three interpretations of VICTORY LAP.
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April marks Earth Month, an opportunity to reflect on the state of our planet and cherish the beauty and cultural significance of our surroundings. Find what to watch in our April viewer's guide and Our WORLD collection.
Premiering this month on LOCAL, USA, “Linnentown” examines the history of the historically Black neighborhood of Athens, GA and how an urban renewal project forced families out of their homes.
And four new STORIES FROM THE STAGE episodes – “Out of the Park” (4/7), “Victory Lap” (4/14), “Saving the Planet” (4/21) and “Everyday Heroes” (4/28) celebrate the season with stories of the environment, sports and more.
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WORLD spotlights stories of climate change and environmental conservation from Southeast Louisiana to Aotearoa, New Zealand to the Arctic Circle. What action can you make today to create positive change for your community and the planet as a whole?
This Earth Day, WORLD presents new and streaming films that explore how everyday Americans, from organizers in small, rural towns to those with policy-changing influence at the highest level, are addressing the warming Earth. Join us in watching, sharing and mobilizing around the universal themes within each of these eye-opening documentaries.
When the game gets personal, the stakes go beyond the scoreboard.
Descendants of a Black neighborhood in Athens, GA fight to preserve its memory and seek redress.
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Silence in Sikeston is a multi-platform project exploring necessary questions about history, trauma, silence and resilience through one small Missouri city. Find out how to watch the film, listen to the podcast and learn more about the story of Sikeston.
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