The Book of Negroes
Set against the harrowing backdrop of the transatlantic slave trade, this 2015 film directed by Clément Virgo follows the life of Aminata Diallo, a young African woman who is abducted from her village and sold into slavery. The narrative spans several decades, chronicling her journey from enslavement to eventual freedom, and her quest to reunite with her family. The film stars Aunjanue Ellis and Cuba Gooding Jr., delivering powerful performances that bring depth to this poignant story. Notably, the film has received critical acclaim for its historical accuracy and emotional impact. You can view it for free on Soap2day.
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Genre: Drama
Director: Clément Virgo, Lawrence Hill
Studio: Conquering Lion Pictures, Entertainment One Television, Out of Africa Entertainment
Awards: 19 wins & 26 nominations
TV Status: Ended
Duration:
45minRelease: 2015
IMDb: 7.8
TMDb: 6.7
Rotten Tomatoes: 100%
FilmAffinity: 6.3
Country: Canada
Networks: CBC TelevisionBET
Starring: Allan Hawco, Armand Aucamp, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Ben Chaplin, Cara Ricketts, Cuba Gooding Jr., Dwain Murphy, Greg Bryk, Louis Gossett, Jr., Lyriq Bent, Sandra Caldwell, Shailyn Pierre-Dixon, Siya Xaba