John Lennon's quest for world peace unfolded after the Vietnam War protests, as he composed songs like "Give Peace a Chance" and joined protests, including a famous lie-in following his marriage to Yoko Ono. He appeared at concerts, plastered "War Is Over" posters, and planned a series of concerts in 1972 to reach newly-enfranchised young voters in U.S. presidential primary states. However, his plan drew the ire of a prominent Senator, J. Edgar Hoover, and the Nixon White House, who launched an illegal effort to deport him.
The U.S. vs. John Lennon
The documentary chronicles John Lennon's journey from rock icon to anti-war crusader, highlighting the moment when his music and activism merged.
