THE LATIMER LEGACY

PART ONE

When a daring escape for freedom creates a national uproar, a man’s wrongful imprisonment sparks a revolution, forcing a fight for the independence of a generation.

PART TWO

A visionary Black inventor faces discrimination and must forge alliances with those who undermine him, in a decisive struggle to revolutionize technology to prevent the future from being plunged into total darkness.

DOCUMENTARY – 2025 | IMDb
The Latimer Legacy is one documentary film with two interconnected stories, each running for sixty minutes.  The Latimer Legacy weaves a compelling narrative across two pivotal periods in American history, exploring the lives of George and Lewis Latimer. Part one unfolds as George escapes enslavement, sparking a nationwide upheaval and catalyzing the abolitionist movement. His wrongful imprisonment becomes a rallying cry for justice, setting the stage for pivotal legislative changes. In part two, Lewis Latimer, George’s son, emerges as a groundbreaking yet unsung inventor in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Battling racial prejudice, Lewis collaborates with renowned white inventors, contributing significantly to technological advancements. However, his achievements are overshadowed, mirroring the systemic racism prevalent in society. The film captures the Latimer family’s emotional journey, unveiling hidden artifacts and reflecting on their enduring legacy, challenging audiences to confront the untold stories that shaped modern America.

THE TEAM BEHIND THE FILM

PROJECT STATUS

Developed and ready for production; Fundraising

DIRECTED BY

Michael Brown
Andrew Young

PRODUCED BY

Michael Brown, Hugh Price,
and Angela Olson

CINEMATOGRAPHER

Andrew Young

EDUCATIONAL PARTNER

Smithsonian Museum of American History & Lemelson Center

HUMANITIES TEAM

Hugh Price, Rayvon Fouche, Dr. Paul Israel, Scott Gac, Arthur Daemmrich,
and Steve Mitnick

FAMILY DESCENDANTS

Hugh Price, Dr. David Fiellin, Kelly Price Noble, Leon Dixon, Louis Howard Schuster, Jr.,

BELOW THE LINE TALENT

Morgan Finke, Reagan Boland, Alex Garvens, and Anna Wilson.