The Birth of a Nation
As a young slave in the American south, Nat Turner (Nate Parker) showed an ability to read that shocked his owners, soon guided by the white mistress of the house, Elizabeth (Penelope Ann Miller), to explore his gift, teaching him the power of the bible. Becoming a preacher for his fellow slaves, Nat won respect and positive treatment from owner Samuel (Armie Hammer), who crumbles under pressure, turning to alcoholism to help numb himself as he barely participates in daily responsibilities. While Nat takes a wife in Cherry (Aja Naomi King), he also builds a reputation throughout the land, soon asked to officiate the baptism of a white man. Triggering long-dormant hostilities, Nat is subjected to a severe punishment, inspiring a dream of revolt he tries to communicate to other slaves, using the fury of Gods teachings to organize an army.
Year: 2016
Genre: Drama, True Stories, Sundance - Grand Jury Prize
Country: USA
Director: Nate Parker
Starring: Penelope Ann Miller, Mark Boone Junior, Dwight Henry, Jackie Earle Haley, Aunjanue Ellis, Nate Parker, Aja Naomi King, Colman Domingo, Armie Hammer
Duration: 114 Minutes
Rating: R16 - Violence, offensive language and content that may disturb
6.4/10
Location in store: Drama
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