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Two-part series examining Cuba's enormous experiment in sustainable development in the face of an economic crisis brought on by the collapse of the Soviet Union. | |
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Ometepe, Nicaragua, and Bainbridge Island near Seattle work together for a better life for both communities. | |
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Chronicles the violent history of Guatemala and life of Wenceslao Armira, a Mayan father, farmer, teacher, guerilla, priest and champion of human rights. | |
 | | Rosita
The plight of a nine-year-old Nicaraguan girl, who becomes pregnant as the result of a rape, triggers a battle over whose life has precedence. | |
 | | Which Way Home
The personal side of immigration as child migrants from Mexico and Central America risk everything to make it to the US riding atop freight trains. | |
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A-OK?
Examines prospects for Vitamin A distribution programs in Guatemala and Ghana necessary for children's health.
The Alarm Rings Softly
Caribbean women use drama and reggae to fight domestic violence.
And the Dish Ran Away with the Spoon
Television in the Caribbean dominated by US and French programs.
Borderline Cases
The environmental impact of the 2,000 factories (maquiladoras) on the US-Mexico border.
Brother Towns / Pueblos Hermanos
An uplifting story about Jupiter, Florida's humane response to an influx of day laborers from Jacaltenango, Guatemala.
Cash Flow Fever
One in ten people on the planet either send or receive money from abroad.
Castro Or Quit?
Two young doctors in Venezuela have to decide whether to leave the country or stay with their patients.
City Life
22-part series examining the effect of globalization on people and cities worldwide.
The Coffee-Go-Round
Many coffee-producing countries like Ethiopia are facing economic disaster even as the demand for coffee increases worldwide.
Cuba: The Accidental Revolution
Two-part series examining Cuba's enormous experiment in sustainable development in the face of an economic crisis brought on by the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Cuba: The Accidental Revolution - Pt. 1
Examines Cuba's response to the food crisis created by the collapse of the Soviet Bloc in 1989.
Cuba: The Accidental Revolution - Pt. 2
In spite of the economic crisis and US embargo, the Cuban health system is an outstanding success story around the world.
Dead Mums Don't Cry
Grace Kodindo's heroic efforts in Chad to lower the rate of maternal mortality, one of the UN's Millennium Development Goals.
Footprints of Sorrow
Guatemalan war widows fighting for human rights.
Forgive Us Our Debts
Tells the story of the international grassroots movement to eliminate Third World debt.
Hot Potatoes
Explores the dangers of potato blight and the chemicals used to control it.
House on Fire
Breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
In Whose Interest?
A revealing critique of US foreign policy since World War II.
Introduction to Biodiversity
The concept of biological diversity and its importance to humans.
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Islas Hermanas
Ometepe, Nicaragua, and Bainbridge Island near Seattle work together for a better life for both communities.
Jesus Tecu Osorio in Guatemala
The son of civil war victims leads a campaign for justice.
The Last Child
Tells the behind-the-scenes story of the global campaign to eradicate polio.
Life 4
A 27-part series about global efforts to achieve the UN Millennium Development Goals.
Life 4
Any six programs for $595. See note in description below.
The Man We Called Juan Carlos
Chronicles the violent history of Guatemala and life of Wenceslao Armira, a Mayan father, farmer, teacher, guerilla, priest and champion of human rights.
A Naturalist in the Rainforest (short version)
A journey into the rainforest with naturalist Alexander Skutch.
A Naturalist in the Rainforest
A journey into the rainforest with naturalist Alexander Skutch.
Not for Sale
Examines the disturbing new corporate practice of patenting life forms.
Rosita
The plight of a nine-year-old Nicaraguan girl, who becomes pregnant as the result of a rape, triggers a battle over whose life has precedence.
Silent Sentinels & The Perils of Plectropomus
Two companion coral reef films on special offer.
The Story of Rosie
Teen pregnancy in Jamaica.
Together Against Violence
Poor Jamaican community overcomes violence.
Virtual JFK
A filmic examination of "virtual history." What would Kennedy have done in Vietnam if he had lived and been re-elected in 1964?
The War on Democracy
John Pilger reports that, in spite of a history of repeated US-backed suppression, popular democratic movements are gaining ground in Latin America.
When the Cows Come Home
Despite the success of the "Jamaica Hope" milk cow, Jamaica's dairy industry is facing a crisis, as EU trade undercuts island production.
Which Way Home
The personal side of immigration as child migrants from Mexico and Central America risk everything to make it to the US riding atop freight trains.
A Woman's Place - Short Stories (on one tape)
Six short films about women and development by local women directors.
A Woman's Place - Short Stories
Six short films about women and development by local women directors.
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