Documentary
United States of America
Descendant is a documentary film that tells the story of the Africatown community in Mobile, Alabama, and their connection to the Clotilda, the last known slave ship to bring enslaved Africans to the United States. The film provides a detailed account of the history of the Clotilda and its illegal journey to the United States. The ship was owned by wealthy businessman Timothy Meaher, who commissioned the voyage to bring enslaved African people to work in the cotton fields of Alabama.
The film also explores the life of the Africatown community, which was founded by the survivors of the Clotilda. The community was formed by these enslaved Africans who were freed from slavery following the Civil War. They established their own settlement on the outskirts of Mobile, and their descendants have lived there ever since. The film captures the community’s pride and resilience, as well as their struggles to maintain their unique cultural identity in a world that has tried to erase their history.
Descendant is an emotional and moving film that captures the struggles and triumphs of the Africatown community. It features interviews with members of the community, historians, and archaeologists who worked to uncover the remains of the Clotilda. The film highlights the power of community and the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
