3.3“In 1923, a black town in Florida was burned to the ground, its people murdered because of a lie. Some escaped and survived because of the courage and compassion of a few extraordinary people. This film is for them.”/ February 21, 1997
Spurred by a white woman's lie, vigilantes destroy a black Florida town and slay inhabitants in 1923.
“In 1923, a black town in Florida was burned to the ground, its people murdered because of a lie. Some escaped and survived because of the courage and compassion of a few extraordinary people. This film is for them.”
Mann
John Wright
Sylvester Carrier
Duke Purdy
Curated based on cinematic style, tone, and audience acclaim
James Taylor
Beulah (Scrappie)
Sheriff Walker
Lover
Aunt Sarah
Fanny Taylor
Jewel
Poly
