In 1968, 1,300 African-American men stood together and defended their right to be treated with dignity. "I Am a Man: From Memphis, a Lesson in Life" captures the story of one such man, Mr. Elmore Nickleberry, who joined the cause and still lives it each night as he takes his garbage route through the city of Memphis. Follow Mr. Nickleberry and others as they tell an inspiring story of character traits and principles as valuable today as they were in 1968 when their protest began. Filmed on location in Memphis, over 30 minutes long, and filled with Memphis soul, this documentary short sets love, sorrow, and even laughter against the modern backdrop of Mr. Nickleberry's route.