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The schooner La Amistad is transporting black slaves off the coast of the Spanish colony of Cuba in 1839. A captive, Cinqué, leads an uprising against the crew, most of whom are killed. Two navigators, Pedro Montes and Jose Ruiz, are spared on condition they help sail the ship to Africa.
Dec 25, 1997 · Amistad: Directed by Steven Spielberg. With Morgan Freeman, Nigel Hawthorne, Anthony Hopkins, Djimon Hounsou. In 1839, the revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish owned ship causes a major controversy in the United States when the ship is captured off the coast of Long Island.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Steven Spielberg
- 1997-12-25
In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque (Djimon Hounsou) leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising.
- (69)
- Steven Spielberg
- R
- Morgan Freeman
Roger Ebert praises the film's portrayal of the African characters and their struggle for freedom, but criticizes its focus on the legal arguments and the lack of emotional impact. He also compares it to Schindler's List and The Color Purple.
May 27, 2013 · Release Date: December 10, 1997 Based on a true story, the movie chronicles the incredible journey of a group of enslaved Africans who overtake their captor's ship and attempt to return to their...
- 2 min
- 215.4K
- TrailersPlaygroundHD
Based on the true story of America's slave trade, the film shows the saga of an 1839 mutiny aboard the slave ship, Amistad. Much of the story revolves a courtroom drama as lawyers for the slaves seek their freedom and return home.
Mar 29, 2018 · Starring: Djimon Hounsou, Matthew McConaughey, Anthony Hopkins Directed By: Steven Spielberg Synopsis: In 1839, the revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish owned ship causes a major controversy...
- 3 min
- 37.3K
- Rotten Tomatoes Classic Trailers
