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8...Will Smith brings a movie-star presence to this brutally violent civil war drama, with a physical stillness and defiantly steady gaze.
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6In both his face and physicality, Smith convinces as a man who could survive extreme hardship and sustain a sense of self.
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What is Emancipation about? 
"Emancipation" is a historical action-thriller film set in 1863 Louisiana, inspired by a true story. The movie follows Peter, a runaway slave who embarks on a perilous journey to escape plantation owners and join the Union Army to fight for his family's freedom. Along the way, he faces brutal challenges and close encounters with death, but his unwavering determination drives him forward. With the help of abolitionists, Peter fights for his freedom and that of his fellow slaves, ultimately reuniting with his family and contributing to the eventual emancipation of over 4 million slaves by 1865. The film features heart-pumping action, suspenseful moments, and a powerful story of love, resilience, and the human spirit.
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