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Independent Lens

1999·Show
542Episodes in27Seasons·TV-PG
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1
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IMDb8.1
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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Violence3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and society

  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and characters

  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition5

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About

This acclaimed Emmy Award-winning anthology series features documentaries and a limited number of fiction films united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement and unflinching visions of their independent producers and featuring unforgettable stories about a unique individual, community or moment in history.
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Crew

Directed by:
Alex Gibney, Charles Burnett, Geeta Patel
Written by:
Alex Gibney, Geeta Patel, Chris Tashima
Produced by:
Lois Vossen, Connie Field, Tami Yeager

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Independent Lens

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Independent Lens legally?

YouTube TVPBSKQEDWETA+

Independent Lens is included with a subscription to YouTube TV, PBS, and WETA+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on PBS, KQED, and WETA+. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Independent Lens worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Independent Lens rated?

TV-PGStrong languageDrug useSexual content

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, drug use, and sexual content.

How many seasons does Independent Lens have?

27 seasons

It has 27 seasons with 542 episodes of about 60 minutes each and is still in production.

Is Independent Lens based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

When did Independent Lens air?

It started in 1999 and is still in production.

What language is Independent Lens in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.