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POV

1988Returning Series38 Seasons516 Episodes6.9TMDB
PBS

Since its 1988 premiere, this critically acclaimed documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion. "POV" has won virtually every major film and broadcasting award available, including 38 Emmys, 22 Peabody Awards and three Oscars.

Season 23 · Episode 5

Good Fortune

Jul 13, 2010·1h

Good Fortune is a provocative exploration of how massive international efforts to alleviate poverty in Africa may be undermining the very communities they aim to benefit. In Kenya’s rural countryside, Jackson’s farm is being flooded by an American investor who hopes to alleviate poverty by creating a multimillion-dollar rice farm. Across the country in Nairobi, Silva’s home and business in Africa’s largest shantytown are being demolished as part of a U.N. slum-upgrading project. The gripping stories of two Kenyans battling to save their homes from large-scale development present a unique opportunity see foreign aid through eyes of the people it is intended to help. (90:00)

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When did POV Season 23 Episode 5 air?

POV Season 23 Episode 5 aired on July 13, 2010.

How long is POV Season 23 Episode 5?

This episode runs for approximately 60 minutes.

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