Descendant

"Descendant" is a powerful and poignant documentary that delves into the untold history of Africatown in Mobile, Alabama, a community founded by enslaved ancestors who were brought to America aboard the infamous slave ship Clotilda in 1860. The film explores the impact of the discovery of the ship's wreckage on the descendants of these enslaved individuals, offering a tangible link to their ancestors and validation of a history long buried. Through intimate stories and remarkable resilience, "Descendant" shines a light on a dark chapter in America's past, one that continues to reverberate today.