4.9
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Freedom (2014)
Freedom (2014)
Overview
Two men separated by 100 years are united in their search for freedom. In 1856 a slave, Samuel Woodward and his family, escape from the Monroe Plantation near Richmond, Virginia. A secret network of ordinary people known as the Underground Railroad guide the family on their journey north to Canada. They are relentlessly pursued by the notorious slave hunter Plimpton. Hunted like a dog and haunted by the unthinkable suffering he and his forbears have endured, Samuel is forced to decide between revenge or freedom. 100 years earlier in 1748, John Newton the Captain of a slave trader sails from Africa with a cargo of slaves, bound for America. On board is Samuel's great grandfather whose survival is tied to the fate of Captain Newton. The voyage changes Newton's life forever and he creates a legacy that will inspire Samuel and the lives of millions for generations to come.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoRating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: High
Christianity: Positive
Viewer Rating
4.9
Overview
Two men separated by 100 years are united in their search for freedom. In 1856 a slave, Samuel Woodward and his family, escape from the Monroe Plantation near Richmond, Virginia. A secret network of ordinary people known as the Underground Railroad guide the family on their journey north to Canada. They are relentlessly pursued by the notorious slave hunter Plimpton. Hunted like a dog and haunted by the unthinkable suffering he and his forbears have endured, Samuel is forced to decide between revenge or freedom. 100 years earlier in 1748, John Newton the Captain of a slave trader sails from Africa with a cargo of slaves, bound for America. On board is Samuel's great grandfather whose survival is tied to the fate of Captain Newton. The voyage changes Newton's life forever and he creates a legacy that will inspire Samuel and the lives of millions for generations to come.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Prime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject, the fight against slavery, is universally condemned, but its narrative solution emphasizes individual faith, resilience, and the pursuit of personal liberty, aligning with themes often highlighted in conservative discourse.
This historical drama features a diverse lead cast appropriate for its subject matter, focusing on the struggle of enslaved African Americans. The narrative inherently critiques the institution of slavery, portraying its perpetrators and systems in a negative light, thereby making themes of oppression and freedom central to the story.
Secondary
The film portrays Christianity as a profound source of hope, resilience, and moral strength for enslaved people. It also depicts faith as the catalyst for John Newton's repentance and his transformation into an abolitionist, aligning the narrative with the virtues of the faith.
There is insufficient information available to evaluate the film's portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The provided movie details and web search results do not contain any relevant content for assessment.
The film "Freedom" (2014) is a historical drama centered on themes of slavery and the Underground Railroad. Based on available plot summaries and cast information, there are no identifiable transsexual characters or themes present in the narrative. Therefore, an assessment of portrayal is not applicable.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Without information on source material, previous adaptations, or historical figures related to 'Freedom, 2014,' it is not possible to determine if any characters portray a gender different from their established canon or historical gender.
The film 'Freedom' (2014) is a historical drama about slavery in 19th-century America. The casting of characters, including enslaved individuals and historical figures like John Newton, aligns with their established historical or contextual racial identities, showing no instances of a race swap.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
6.3
5.5
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3.0
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