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The Book of Negroes (TV Miniseries)

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Original title

The Book of Negroes

Year

2015

Running time

45 min.

Country

Canada

Director

Clement Virgo

Screenwriter

Clement Virgo. Novel: Lawrence Hill

Cast

Cinematography

Giulio Biccari

Producer

Conquering Lion Pictures Inc, Out of Africa Entertainment

Genre

TV Series. Adventure. Drama | TV Miniseries. 19th Century. Slavery

Synopsis

TV Miniseries (2015). 6 Episodes. A universal story of loss, courage and triumph, The Book of Negroes recounts the extraordinary journey of Aminata Diallo, an indomitable African woman who survives in a world in which everything seems to be against her. Kidnapped by slave traders in West Africa then sold into slavery in South Carolina, Aminata navigates her way through the American Revolution in New York, the isolated refuge of Nova Scotia, and the treacherous jungles of Sierra Leone, before finally securing her freedom in England at the dawn of the 19th century. Based on the critically acclaimed best-selling novel by Lawrence Hill.

Awards: 2015: Satellite Awards: Nominated for Best Miniseries & Actress (Aunjanue Ellis)

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The Book of Negroes (TV Miniseries)

2015

Clement Virgo

6.3

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