John Lewis
Biography: John Robert Lewis (February 21, 1940 – July 17, 2020) was an American civil rights leader and politician. He was a member of the Democratic Party and was the U.S. Representative for Georgia's 5th congressional district from 1987 until his death. He was also the dean of the Georgia congressional delegation. The district he served includes the northern three-fourths of Atlanta. Lewis, who as chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) was one of the "Big Six" leaders of groups who organized the 1963 March on Washington, played many key roles in the civil rights movement and its actions to end legalized racial segregation in the United States. He became a leader of the Democratic Party in the U.S. House of Representatives, serving from 1991 as a Chief Deputy Whip and from 2003 as Senior Chief Deputy Whip. He received many honorary degrees and awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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Birthday: February 21, 1940
Deathday: July 17, 2020
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Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Joshua Heschel Story
2021-05-05
Spiritual Audacity: The Abraham Joshua Heschel Story
Overview: An inspiring portrait of the life and legacy of Jewish theologian and philosopher, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel. Heschel was one of the most remarkable and inspiring figures of the American 20th Century. He was a mentor to Martin Luther King, Jr and the entire Civil Rights Movement, a leading critic of the Vietnam War, a champion for Soviet Jews, and a pioneer in the work of interfaith dialogue.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-05-05
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Freedom Riders
2010-02-01
Freedom Riders
Overview: This is the story of more than four hundred Americans who participated in a bold and dangerous experiment designed to awaken the conscience of a complacent nation. These self-proclaimed, 'Freedom Riders' challenged the mores of a racially segregated society by performing a disarmingly simple act.
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-02-01
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The March
1964-12-31
The March
Overview: The March, also known as The March to Washington, is a 1964 documentary film by James Blue about the 1963 civil rights March on Washington. It was made for the Motion Picture Service unit of the United States Information Agency for use outside the United States – the 1948 Smith-Mundt Act prevented USIA films from being shown domestically without a special act of Congress. In 1990 Congress authorized these films to be shown in the U.S. twelve years after their initial release. In 2008, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant". (Wikipedia)
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1964-12-31
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The Obama Years: The Power of Words
2017-03-09
The Obama Years: The Power of Words
Overview: Barack Obama launched into our national consciousness at the 2004 Democratic National Convention and ever since, he's delivered messages of patriotism, unity, and hope through the power of words. But of all the speeches he's given, six in particular may define his legacy as, in historian Doris Kearns Goodwin's words, "one of the best writers and orators in the presidency." Interviews with eminent historians and key figures in his writing process give rare insights into these iconic speeches, as well as the Obama presidency and the man himself.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-03-09
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Julian and John January 8, 2013
2013-01-09
Julian and John January 8, 2013
Overview: A conversation with Julian Bond and Congressman John Lewis January 8th and 9th, 2013
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-01-09
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Mikeyboy
2013-11-02
Mikeyboy
Overview: 4 years, 3 continents, 2 friends, 1 dream, and no script.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-11-02
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America's Library
2018-12-31
America's Library
Overview: With special access to the Library of Congress, rediscover the history and culture of America through rarely seen treasures unearthed from its extensive holdings - the largest in the world.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-12-31
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King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
1970-03-24
King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis
Overview: Constructed from a wealth of archival footage, the documentary follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from 1955 to 1968, in his rise from regional activist to world-renowned leader of the Civil Rights movement. Rare footage of King's speeches, protests, and arrests are interspersed with scenes of other high-profile supporters and opponents of the cause, punctuated by heartfelt testimonials by some of Hollywood's biggest stars.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-03-24
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Your vote
1991-01-01
Your vote
Overview: Educational film convincing kids to vote, hosted by Frank Zappa.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-01-01
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The State of Marriage
2015-06-12
The State of Marriage
Overview: The untold story of how legal pioneer Mary Bonauto partnered with small town Vermont lawyers Beth Robinson and Susan Murray in a 2-decade long struggle that built the foundation for the entire marriage equality movement. Despite fierce opposition, Vermont became the first state to grant same sex couples legal recognition through a groundbreaking 1999 State Supreme Court decision, and the first to legalize marriage equality by legislative vote in 2009. HRC's Marty Rouse said, "They really changed the course of American history." Featuring Freedom to Marry founder Evan Wolfson, civil rights legend Rep. John Lewis, and Tony-winning playwright Terrence McNally.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-06-12
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Get In The Way: The Journey of John Lewis
2017-06-25
Get In The Way: The Journey of John Lewis
Overview: Biographical documentary about John Lewis, the civil rights icon, respected legislator and elder statesman who continues to practice nonviolence in his determined fight for justice.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-06-25
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Grand Opening Ceremony
2016-09-24
National Museum of African American History and Culture Grand Opening Ceremony
Overview: The grand opening dedication ceremony of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Genres: Documentary Music History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-09-24
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In Remembrance of Martin
1986-02-08
In Remembrance of Martin
Overview: Personal comments from family, friends, and advisors fill this remarkable documentary honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Coretta Scott King joins the Reverend Ralph Abernathy, Julian Bond, Jimmy Carter, the Reverend Jesse Jackson, Senator Edward Kennedy, John Lewis, Bishop Desmond Tutu, and Andrew Young, who recall Dr. King's career and trace his leadership in the civil rights movement. Includes portions of his "I Have a Dream" speech.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1986-02-08
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John Lewis: Good Trouble
2020-07-03
John Lewis: Good Trouble
Overview: The timely biopic focuses on John Lewis’ longstanding prominence as a civil rights champion and his continuing crusade for racial and social equality. The documentary illuminates the 80-year-old Congressman’s life as it chronicles the moments on the extraordinary journey that have shaped his place in history and make him such a galvanizing figure today as protests circle the globe. Lewis’ schedule has increased ten-fold as he has become the go-to figure for TV news shows, podcasts and newspapers and magazines from the Washington Post to Vanity Fair, commenting on and leading the way forward through today’s worldwide protests and demonstrations.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-07-03
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Breath of Freedom
2014-02-17
Breath of Freedom
Overview: In World War II. African-American GIs liberate Germany from Nazi rule while racism prevailed in their own army and home country. Returning home they continue fighting for their own rights in the civil rights movement.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-02-17
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Arc of Justice
2016-12-07
Arc of Justice
Overview: ARC OF JUSTICE traces the remarkable journey of New Communities, Inc. and the struggle for racial justice and economic empowerment among African Americans in southwest Georgia.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-12-07
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The Soul of America
2020-10-22
The Soul of America
Overview: Writer, journalist, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and presidential biographer John Meacham offers his timely and invaluable insights into the country’s current political and historical moment by examining its past. Based on his 2018 bestseller of the same name.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-10-22
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With Drawn Arms
2020-11-02
With Drawn Arms
Overview: The story behind a critical moment in American history, spawning one of most iconic images of protest from the past century. At the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City, the world watched as two American runners, Tommie Smith and John Carlos, took the stage as the U.S. national anthem played, raising their fists in a symbol of black struggle and solidarity.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-11-02
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The Words That Built America
2017-07-04
The Words That Built America
Overview: In recognition of the 4th of July, several celebrities and politicians of differing ideologies join to read the historic documents which laid the foundation for the United States of America.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-07-04
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Sit-In
1960-12-20
Sit-In
Overview: SIT-IN (1960) is filmmaker Robert M. Young’ (Nothing But A aman, The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez) seminal documentary on how the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and Students of Fisk University desegregated the lunch counters in Nashville, TN.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1960-12-20
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King in the Wilderness
2018-01-22
King in the Wilderness
Overview: A chronicle of the final chapters of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, revealing a conflicted leader who faced an onslaught of criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-01-22
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