Nat Turner: A Troublesome Property

Feb 16 2003 PG 0h 58m
Documentary

In 1831, Nat Turner led a slave rebellion in the United States that resulted in the murder of local slave owners and their families, the eventual execution of 55 rebels and the retribution lynching of more than 200 innocent slaves. Nat Turner: A Troublesome Property examines how the story of Turner’s revolt has been interpreted throughout history and how it continues to raise new questions about the nature of terrorism and other forms of violent resistance to oppression. The film adopts an innovative structure by interspersing documentary footage and interviews with dramatizations of these different versions of Turner’s story. A unique collaboration between MacArthur Genius Award feature director Charles Burnett, acclaimed historian of slavery Kenneth S. Greenberg and Academy Award-nominated documentary producer Frank Christopher, Nat Turner is a compelling look at one of history’s most mysterious figures.

Plot

The story and legacy of the enigmatic leader of the notorious 1831 homicidal slave revolt in Virginia, along with reviews of works about him, are explored; twentieth century civil rights discussed and cultural relativism mentioned.

Written by

Charles Burnett, Frank Christopher, Kenneth S. Greenberg

Directed by

Charles Burnett

Cast

Herbert Aptheker, Ayuko Babu, Charles Burnett

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Subpix

Languages

English

Awards

1 win

Scores
# of Votes
193
Average Rating
6.8 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA