Amistad
1997 • 2h 35m
70%
“Freedom is not given. It is our right at birth. But there are some moments when it must be taken.”
Overview
In 1839, the slave ship Amistad set sail from Cuba to America. During the long trip, Cinque leads the slaves in an unprecedented uprising. They are then held prisoner in Connecticut, and their release becomes the subject of heated debate. Freed slave Theodore Joadson wants Cinque and the others exonerated and recruits property lawyer Roger Baldwin to help his case. Eventually, John Quincy Adams also becomes an ally.
Drama
History
Mystery
Release Date
12/10/1997
Status
Released
Original Title
Amistad
Runtime
2h 35m
Budget
$36,000,000
Revenue
$44,229,441
Language
EN
Production Companies
DreamWorks Pictures
HBO Films
