Documentary on Congressman John Lewis in the Works at CNN Films

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A documentary on the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis is currently in production.

CNN Films announced Wednesday it has partnered with Trilogy Films, Color Farm Media and AGC Studios to tell the story of the longtime civil rights activist and Georgia Democrat.

Directed by Dawn Porter (Gideon’s Army), the film will “illustrate how Lewis’ 60-plus years of social activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, healthcare reform, and immigration has prepared him for today,” CNN said in a press release.

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