Amistad
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
The Abolitionist movement.
What did you think of portrayal of the Abolitionist movement in the film? Do you think they really have the Africans' best interests at heart? Is their behavior pragmatic?
Religion
The film has several scenes with religious overtones. What do you think the film is saying about religion's role in the slavery debate? Do you agree?
Character Reaction and Analysis
Click here to discuss Theodore Joadson (Morgan Freeman), Cinque, John Quincy Adams, Roger Sherman Baldwin (Matthew McConaughey), or any of the other characters from the film.
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