Name: Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story
Released: 2018-07-30T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary

Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story examines the life and legacy of Trayvon Martin. The six-part documentary series looks at one of the most controversial events of the last decade, including the worldwide Black Lives Matter movement that followed.

2018 · 43m

EPISODE 1

Stand Your Ground

The killing of African American teen Trayvon Martin devastates his family and turns a town upside down when police refuse to arrest the killer, George Zimmerman, because of Florida's Stand Your Ground Law.

42m
EPISODE 2

The Elephant in the Room

Trayvon Martin is the top story in America exposing racial injustice. President Obama's remarks create a political divide and Martin's parents endure attacks on their son's character as they continue to fight for an arrest.

42m
EPISODE 3

Justice for George

Awaiting trial, Zimmerman's background is explored as he becomes an unlikely hero to the far right. Trayvon's parents are subject to grueling depositions, and a jury is seated in what is being called the trial of the century.

42m
EPISODE 4

The Burden of Proof

The world watches as the trial of George Zimmerman begins in Florida. The prosecution fumbles and their strategy is questioned when they can't handle the most significant issue in the case: race.

42m
EPISODE 5

Reasonable Doubt

Zimmerman's team capitalizes on the faults of the prosecution and focuses their defense on race, criminalizing Trayvon Martin. The public waits for a verdict that will have deep repercussions on the nation's future.

42m
EPISODE 6

Et Tu, America

Zimmerman's acquittal sparks the Black Lives Matter movement and a white lash that helps elect Donald Trump. Thedebate about gun control rages as Zimmerman walks the street with a loaded gun.

43m