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For Us, the Living: The Story of Medgar Evers

Where:

Mississippi

When:

The 1960s

This film is the true story of Medgar Evers, a successful insurance agent who moves to Jackson, Mississippi to direct the regional headquarters of the NAACP. Fighting segregation and racist politics, Evers becomes a leader in the black community.

Released in 1983 — 87 minutes

Genres:

TV Movie Drama

Language:

English