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S17·E8 In Football We Trust

Core Aired February 1, 2016 60 min
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Synopsis

Transporting viewers deep inside the tightly-knit and complex Polynesian community in Salt Lake City, one of the chief sources of the modern influx of Pacific Islander football players to the NFL. Shot over a four-year period with intimate access, this is the story of four young men striving to overcome gang violence and near poverty through the promise of American football.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 17 Episode 8 of Independent Lens air?

Season 17, Episode 8 ('In Football We Trust') originally aired on February 1, 2016.

How long is Season 17 Episode 8 ('In Football We Trust')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.

What happens in Independent Lens Season 17 Episode 8?

Transporting viewers deep inside the tightly-knit and complex Polynesian community in Salt Lake City, one of the chief sources of the modern influx of Pacific Islander football players to the NFL. Shot over a four-year period with intimate access, this is the story of four young men striving to over...

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