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IMDb rating 7.5
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Critic Steve Davis
rated 8

Director Porter has done an excellent job assembling archival footage and interviews to tell Lewis’ story; she has the markings of a great storyteller.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle
Critic Christy Lemire
rated 8

...an intimate homage to both the legend and the man, as spry and lively as Lewis himself.

Read full review at Roger Ebert
Critic Roger Moore
rated 8

It’s an adoring portrait, covering Lewis’s early life (...) and the breadth of his career...

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Critic Sandie Angulo Chen
rated 8

Porter's poignant, powerful documentary is both a tribute to a living legend and a call to action arguing that the work of fighting racial injustice isn't done.

Read full review at Common Sense Media

Cast & Crew

Dawn Porter
Director
Ronald Reagan
As Self (archive Footage)
Barack Obama
As Self (archive Footage)
Bill Clinton
As Self
George W. Bush
As Self (archive Footage)
Lyndon B. Johnson
As Self (archive footage)

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John Lewis: Good Trouble is a powerful documentary that explores the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis, a prominent civil rights leader who dedicated his life to fighting for racial and social equality. Through rare archival footage and intimate interviews, the film takes viewers on a journey through Lewis' 60-year career, from his early days as a young activist to his current status as a galvanizing figure in the fight for justice. The documentary sheds light on the key moments that have shaped Lewis' life and his unwavering commitment to the cause, making him a true champion of human rights.

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