Slavery and the Law
Synopsis
Follows a group of Brooklyn youth as they work to create a wall mural that commemorates the shift from enslavement to the Civil Rights Movement. The youth seen in the film are participants in the Youth and Congregations in Partnership (YCP), and Gender-Responsive Re-Entry Assistance Support Program (GRASP), under the office of the Kings County District Attorney. The history of slaves is discussed by distinguished professors and historians, beginning with the development of Colonial America and the slave trade. As the title suggests, the legal system is introduced in the film as the youth and professors explore the laws imposed on slaves.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paula Heredia
- Screenplay & Story
- Paula Heredia, Keline Adams
- Original Score
- Wendy Blackstone
- Original Title
- Slavery and the Law
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paula Heredia
Paula Heredia, Keline Adams
Wendy Blackstone
Larry Garvin, Joan B. Gabbidon, Charles J. Hynes
Department Leadership Roster
Paula Heredia
Director
Larry Garvin
Producer
Paula Heredia
Writer
Wendy Blackstone
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Slavery and the Law.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Slavery and the Law
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Slavery and the Law about?
Follows a group of Brooklyn youth as they work to create a wall mural that commemorates the shift from enslavement to the Civil Rights Movement. The youth seen in the film are participants in the Youth and Congregations in Partnership (YCP), and Gender-Responsive Re-Entry Assistance Support Program (GRASP), under the office of the Kings County District Attorney. The history of slaves is discussed by distinguished professors and historians, beginning with the development of Colonial America and the slave trade. As the title suggests, the legal system is introduced in the film as the youth and professors explore the laws imposed on slaves.
Who directed Slavery and the Law?
Slavery and the Law was directed by Paula Heredia.
Who stars in Slavery and the Law?
The principal cast of Slavery and the Law includes Gloria J. Browne-Marshall, Gerard Cantalupo, Cheryl G. Anthony, Kadrena Cunningham, Deborah Gray White.
When was Slavery and the Law released and how long is it?
Slavery and the Law was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Slavery and the Law?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Slavery and the Law was composed by Wendy Blackstone.