New Documentary John Lewis: Good Trouble Arrives at Perfect Time
At almost every pivotal moment, in the last century of the struggle for civil rights, Rep. John Lewis was there. Rest in Power to a giant among men. This past Fourth of July weekend, as we all reflected on the beginning of the United States of America, the Declaration of Independence, and the ideals upon which the document was written, "John Lewis: Good Trouble" arrived at the Music Box Theatre virtual cinema. The belief that "all men are created equal," penned by Thomas Jefferson on the parchment signed by the Founding Fathers on July 4th, 1776, is more theory than practice today. As the Black Lives Matter movement continues to gain momentum, it also spotlights the egregious disparities than exist within our society. Thus, Dawn Porter's documentary spotlighting the life and career of the legendary civil rights activist and Democratic Representative from Georgia is more timely than ever. ...