Summary Set against the backdrop of the Gold Coast of West Africa in 1876, "Abina and the Important Men" follows the harrowing true story of Abina Mansah, a young girl who is enslaved and struggles against the British colonial system that seeks to control trade and manipulate local customs for its own benefit. Despite the abolition of slavery, Abina finds herself trapped in a society where the trade in slaves, particularly children, persists under the guise of protectorate laws. After being sold and forced to marry against her will, Abina flees to seek her freedom and confronts the British legal system. Her battle for justice is a poignant narrative that exposes the hypocrisy of the colonial powers and the resilience of those who fought against their oppression. Told through stunning animation, the film is a compelling historical drama that delves into the complexity of freedom, colonialism, and the human spirit's unyielding desire for autonomy and dignity. View more details
Directed : Soumyaa Kapil Behrens
Written : Liz Clarke Trevor Getz
Stars : Gina Harris Toni Harry Rhonnie Washington Michael A. Behrens
Genres : Animation
Release date : Jun 15, 2017
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Documentary Film Institute El Dorado Films Official Website
Language : English
Filming locations : USA
Production companies : El Dorado Films Veteran Documentary Corps Documentary Film Institute
Summary Set against the backdrop of the Gold Coast of West Africa in 1876, "Abina and the Important Men" follows the harrowing true story of Abina Mansah, a young girl who is enslaved and struggles against the British colonial system that seeks to control trade and manipulate local customs for its own benefit. Despite the abolition of slavery, Abina finds herself trapped in a society where the trade in slaves, particularly children, persists under the guise of protectorate laws. After being sold and forced to marry against her will, Abina flees to seek her freedom and confronts the British legal system. Her battle for justice is a poignant narrative that exposes the hypocrisy of the colonial powers and the resilience of those who fought against their oppression. Told through stunning animation, the film is a compelling historical drama that delves into the complexity of freedom, colonialism, and the human spirit's unyielding desire for autonomy and dignity. View more details
Genres : Animation
Release date : Jun 15, 2017
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Documentary Film Institute El Dorado Films Official Website
Language : English
Filming locations : USA
Production companies : El Dorado Films Veteran Documentary Corps Documentary Film Institute
