Indie Lens Pop-Up, presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS, and WSIU with partner the Carbondale Public Library will host a screening of “Home Court,” featuring a community discussion and free dinner for the first 35 participants. “Home Court” follows the ascent of Cambodian American teenager Ashley Chea, a basketball prodigy whose life intensifies amid college recruitment, injury, and triumph.
Filmed over three years of Ashley’s high school career,” Home Court” is a coming-of-age story that relays the highs and lows of her immigrant family, surmounting challenges, and personal trials that include a devastating knee injury. Despite the intensity of basketball recruiting, Ashley’s playful spark shines through, and her natural talent inspires the support of those around her. “Home Court” highlights both joy and heartache while exploring the high stakes of following the American dream.
WHAT: FREE screening of “Home Court” with free dinner for first 35 participants followed by a community discussion
WHEN: Tuesday, March 18, 5pm to 7pm
WHERE: Carbondale Public Library, 405 W Main St, Carbondale, IL 62901
“Home Court” will debut on March 24, 2025, at 9 p.m. on WSIU, PBS, and the PBS app (check local listings).
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About Indie Lens Pop-Up
Indie Lens Pop-Up is a community series that brings people together for film screenings and conversations. Featuring documentaries seen on PBS's INDEPENDENT LENS, Indie Lens Pop-Up draws local residents, leaders, and organizations to discuss what matters most. Learn more at pbs.org/indielenspopup.
About INDEPENDENT LENS INDEPENDENT LENS is an Emmy® Award-winning PBS documentary series. With founding executive producer Lois Vossen, the series has been honored with 10 Academy Award nominations and features documentaries united by the creative freedom, artistic achievement, and unflinching visions of independent filmmakers. Presented by ITVS, INDEPENDENT LENS is funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Acton Family Giving, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, Park Foundation, Wyncote Foundation, and National Endowment for the Arts. Stream anytime on the PBS app. For more visit pbs.org/independentlens.
