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2022·132 min·Dir. Antoine Fuqua·★ 6.3
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Inspired by the gripping true story of a man who would do anything for his family—and for freedom. When Peter, an enslaved man, risks his life to escape and return to his family, he embarks on a perilous journey of love and endurance.
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How Good Is Emancipation?
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Consensus
7.1Well Received
Score Breakdown
★ TMDB7.8
★ IMDb6.3
🍅 Rotten Tomatoes (Critics)N/A
◆ MetacriticN/A
The Verdict
Decent, Give It a Shot
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