2016 Festival | IN FOOTBALL WE TRUST SHORT - Star Lotulelei

Star Lotulelei is a starting defensive tackle for the Carolina Panthers.

2016 Festival | IN FOOTBALL WE TRUST SHORT - Star Lotulelei PBS Short Film Festival

Premiered July 10, 2016
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2016 Festival | IN FOOTBALL WE TRUST SHORT - Star Lotulelei

Despite overwhelming obstacles, Polynesians are 28 times more likely than any other ethnic group to make it to the NFL. Many Polynesian families have come to view football as their ticket out of economic hardship and gang life, only to discover bitter disappointment when their expectations fall short of reality.

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PBS Short Film Festival

The PBS Short Film Festival continues to elevate the reach and visibility of independent films and filmmakers from across the country. For thirteen years, the festival has showcased films about love, acceptance, family, strength, equality, friendship, loyalty and much more. The 2024 festival highlights “Story Time” as we celebrate the art of short form storytelling.

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