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Futurestates

The series features short films by acclaimed and emerging directors, tackling pressing social concerns and envisioning a new America.

America's future is explored through a collection of short films, tackling complex social issues and imagining life in the decades to come, featuring works by both established and emerging filmmakers.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Fallout

1. Fallout

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A new chapter unfolds, packed with thrilling surprises.

Episode 2 Mister Green

2. Mister Green

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A powerful government figure, previously out of touch with the agency's missi...

Episode 3 Pia

3. Pia

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A retired couple finds themselves redefining their sense of purpose as they a...

Episode 4 Plastic Bag

4. Plastic Bag

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A tiny plastic bag embarks on an extraordinary adventure to discover its crea...

Episode 5 Play

5. Play

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

As the virtual and real worlds converge, the distinctions between video games...

Episode 6 Seed

6. Seed

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

The Mendelian Corporation holds sway over a world plagued by hunger and chaos...

Episode 7 Silver Sling

7. Silver Sling

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

In a world where corporate power reigns supreme, high-achieving women are inc...

Episode 8 Tent City

8. Tent City

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

Matthew Ochoa, a former artist, navigates the challenges of a faltering econo...

Episode 9 The Other Side

9. The Other Side

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A family embarks on a perilous journey to escape their war-torn homeland, see...

Episode 10 The Rise

10. The Rise

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A future of uncertainty emerges as a new generation takes bold steps to succeed.

Episode 11 Tia & Marco

11. Tia & Marco

Aired: Mar 8, 2010

A pregnant border patrol agent, Tia Moran, marks the end of her year of publi...

Info about Futurestates

Seasons: 3

Network: PBS

Genres:Sci-Fi