Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story

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This six-part docuseries focuses on the killing of unarmed Florida teenager Trayvon Martin, whose killer was allowed to go free after he claimed self defense.

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6 Episodes • Premiered 2018

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1. Stand Your Ground

The killing of African-American teen Trayvon Martin left his family looking for answers when police refused to arrest George Zimmerman due to Florida's Stand Your Ground law.

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2. The Elephant in the Room

Nationwide protests erupt as Trayvon Martin's parents continue to fight for an arrest, and President Obama's remarks on the case spark a political divide.

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3. Justice for George

George Zimmerman becomes an unlikely hero for the far right, his legal team is assembled as the trial approaches, and the jury selection process comes to an end.

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4. The Burden of Proof

As George Zimmerman's trial gains international attention, the prosecution is prevented from discussing possible racist motivations for the shooting of Trayvon Martin.

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5. Reasonable Doubt

George Zimmerman's legal team capitalizes on the mistakes of the prosecution and describes Trayvon Martin as the aggressor, while the public awaits a verdict.

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6. Et Tu, America

As George Zimmerman's acquittal and more murders of African Americans spark the Black Lives Matter movement, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin work to make a difference.

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