Reel South Originals
From Arkansas’ Delta, Virginia’s tobacco belt, North Carolina’s mountains, to Texas’ Rio Grande and Gulf Coast, five films offer new spiritual and historical viewpoints to challenge and honor the American South’s relationship to its diverse landscapes. From indigenous land rights, drying waters, and agricultural practices, the transformations and beauty of the land are laid bare.
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Indigenous and Mexican ancestors explore the history and disappearance of the Rio Grande. (8m 6s)
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A Black farmer in Virginia wrestles with tradition and the changing needs of the economy. (10m 43s)
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With eyes toward space, Texas restricts access to an otherworldly beach. (13m 53s)
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A Black scientist in Arkansas guides farmers through agricultural challenges. (8m 54s)
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