The Birth of a Nation
Set in the antebellum South, this film follows the life of Nat Turner, an enslaved African American preacher who becomes the leader of a historic rebellion. Nate Parker, who also directed the film, stars as Turner, delivering a powerful performance alongside a talented cast including Armie Hammer and Aja Naomi King. The movie explores themes of oppression, resistance, and the quest for freedom, offering a poignant look at a pivotal moment in American history. While it did not receive major awards, it sparked significant discussion upon its release. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
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Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Director: Nate Parker
Actors: Aja Naomi King, Armie Hammer, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Dwight Henry, Esther Scott, Gabrielle Union, Jackie Earle Haley, Mark Boone Junior, Nate Parker, Penelope Ann Miller
Country: Canada, United States of America
Company: Bron Studios, Creative Wealth Media Finance, Follow Through Productions, Mandalay Pictures, Phantom Four Films
Worldwide Gross: $16,779,212