Emancipation

Will Smith stars as a runaway slave headed for Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in the 1860s, after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation to end slavery in secessionist Confederate states. Surviving the swamps while being pursued by slave catchers and their dogs, Peter embarks on a perilous journey of love and endurance, risking his life for his family's freedom. A gripping true story brought to the screen with heart-stopping action and emotional depth, "Emancipation" is a powerful tribute to the courage and resilience of those who fought against slavery in America's darkest hour.