Los Angeles, CA – Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB) today announced that its signature series VOCES will premiere a new digital series, VOCES SHORTS, in February-March 2024. Curated by LPB and showcasing the work of both emerging and established filmmakers, this anthology of narrative and nonfiction work explores issues such as identity, economy, arts, and community. VOCES SHORTS will be available via streaming on all station-branded PBS platforms, including PBS.org and the PBS App, available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung Smart TV, Chromecast and VIZI as well as LPB’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), and electronic newsletter Latino VOCES.
Los Angeles, CA (December 19, 2023) – Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB) today announced the slate of projects selected for production funding in 2024. Included are two projects funded by the Current Issues Fund, which supports films that explore contemporary social justice issues and have the potential for civic dialogue beyond broadcast. The remaining projects are supported by LPB’s Public Media Content Fund, Digital Media Fund, and an additional project supported as part of PBS’s 2024 election programming.
NEW YORK, NY – July 10, 2023 – Bertie the Brilliant, a short film that celebrates individuality and emphasizes the importance of community, is screening as part of the PBS Short Film Festival from July 10 to July 21 on all PBS stations and digital platforms, including PBS.org, YouTube, and the PBS App.
Los Angeles, CA (date) – Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB) today announced the six projects and their makers who comprise the first cohort of its new Latino Emerging Filmmakers Fellowship (LEFF), an innovative program designed to advance the careers of up-and-coming Latino storytellers entering the field of independent media.
Los Angeles, CA (February 7, 2023) – Latino Public Broadcasting (LPB) today announced its latest round of projects selected for funding. Included are two projects by the Current Issues Fund, which supports films that explore contemporary social justice issues and have potential for civic dialogue beyond broadcast. The remaining projects are supported by LPB’s Public Media Content Fund and Digital Media Fund.
New three-part series follows John Leguizamo’s continued quest to uncover the history and often overlooked contributions of Latino people.
Awards Go to Film and Digital Media Projects Showcasing the Rich Diversity of the Latino Experience at Home and Abroad