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Surviving Clotilda

"The story of the last slave ship to ever reach America's shores: the brash captain who sailed her, the wealthy businessman who paid for her, and the 110 people whose resilience turned horror into hope."

0h 26m

Surviving Clotilda is a history/documentary film. directed by Olivia Grillo. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Rachel Olivia Taylor, Kory Johnson, and Jahi Minkah Trotter

Synopsis

In July 1860, the schooner Clotilda slipped quietly into the dark waters of Mobile, Ala., holding 110 Africans stolen from their homes and families, smuggled across the sea, and illegally imported to be sold into slavery. Surviving Clotilda is the extraordinary story of the last slave ship ever to reach America's shores: the brash captain who built and sailed her, the wealthy white businessman whose bet set the cruel plan in motion, and the 110 men, women, and children whose resilience turned horror into hope.

Quick Facts

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Runtime 0h 26m 26 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • City of Mobile, Alabama

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Surviving Clotilda about?

In July 1860, the schooner Clotilda slipped quietly into the dark waters of Mobile, Ala., holding 110 Africans stolen from their homes and families, smuggled across the sea, and illegally imported ...

Who directed Surviving Clotilda?

Surviving Clotilda was directed by Olivia Grillo.

How long is Surviving Clotilda?

Surviving Clotilda has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).

Who are the main actors in Surviving Clotilda?

The main cast of Surviving Clotilda includes Rachel Olivia Taylor, Kory Johnson, Jahi Minkah Trotter.