New Canaan Library is pleased to present a special screening of the powerful documentary John Lewis: Get in the Way, the story of political activist and congressman (D-GA) John Lewis. A moderated panel discussion will follow the screening. The event takes place on Tuesday, March 6 at 6 p.m. in the Adrian Lamb Room. Please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org.
The film documents Lewis' courageous journey and unwavering fight for justice that spans 50 years. Through interviews filmed over 20 years, filmmaker Kathleen Dowdey shapes a gripping and intimate tale of personal voice and astute observations. Once an activist pushing from the outside, Lewis is now a legislator making noise on the inside, tenaciously pressing powerbrokers to hear the voices of the unheard. Despite numerous setbacks John Lewis keeps his eyes on the prize.