Savannah

“Savannah” recounts the real-life tale of Ward Allen, a passionate and flamboyant figure who abandons his plantation roots to embrace the liberty of river life. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, Ward finds himself at odds with the law and societal norms, accompanied by his loyal friend, Christmas Moultrie, a former slave. A Shakespearean scholar and skilled marksman, Ward supplies Savannah’s markets with game birds while fiercely defending his hunting rights. His charm and persuasive speech capture the heart of a high-society woman who defies her father’s wishes to marry him. In his later years, Moultrie shares the story of his adventures with Ward on the river with a young boy, ensuring that the legend of Ward Allen is passed down to future generations.