Descendant
"The past is always present."
Released 4 years ago in 2022. Descendant is a documentary/history film. directed by Margaret Brown.
Starring Kamau Sadiki, Emmett Lewis, and Vernetta Henson
Synopsis
History exists beyond what is written. The Africatown residents in Mobile, Alabama, have shared stories about their origins for generations. Their community was founded by enslaved ancestors who were transported in 1860 aboard the last known and illegal slave ship, Clotilda. Though the ship was intentionally destroyed upon arrival, its memory and legacy weren’t. Now, the long-awaited discovery of the Clotilda’s remains offers this community a tangible link to their ancestors and validation of a history so many tried to bury.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 21, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (28 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Participant
- Concordia Studio
- Two One Five Entertainment
- Higher Ground
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Descendant about?
History exists beyond what is written. The Africatown residents in Mobile, Alabama, have shared stories about their origins for generations. Their community was founded by enslaved ancestors who we...
Who directed Descendant?
Descendant was directed by Margaret Brown.
How long is Descendant?
Descendant has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was Descendant released?
Descendant was released on October 21, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Descendant?
The main cast of Descendant includes Kamau Sadiki, Emmett Lewis, Vernetta Henson, Veda Tunstall, Joycelyn Davis.