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Freedom's Path

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After a Union soldier flees from battle, rescue comes unexpectedly from a free black man operating a section of the Underground Railroad. But when a ruthless and desperate slave catcher discovers the secret network, he conspires to bring it burning to the ground.
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Douglas Davidson Elements of Madness 02/29/2024
4/5
... cowardice comes in many forms, including a failure to use your privilege to help those who need it when you know wrong is being done. Go to Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com 12/05/2023
2.5/4.0
Freedom's Path is a solid debut from writer/director Brett Smith. Go to Full Review Dennis Harvey 48 Hills 10/16/2023
From the villain to the strained efforts at Terrence Malick-style lyricism, the film is earnest but sentimentally simplistic and plodding. It is, however, useful as a cinematic YA novel, taking a palatably approach to an ugly chapter in our history. Go to Full Review Christopher Lloyd The Film Yap 10/04/2023
4/5
A lyrical film set during the Civil War about the unlikely friendship between a white Union soldier and a member of the Underground Railroad. Go to Full Review Sabina Dana Plasse Film Threat 09/29/2023
7.5/10
Freedom’s Path puts everything on the screen and hardly loses a beat. Go to Full Review Julian Roman MovieWeb 09/11/2023
2.5/5
Freedom's Path treads into melodrama as characters stay rigidly defined to support the narrative's agenda. That said, its powerful themes and unvarnished truth lessens the flaws for a worthwhile viewing experience. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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02/10/2023 What a beautiful film from start to finish. Amazing gem of an indie. Very intense, made me jump, cry, gasp, etc. However, then these lighter, touching moments would happen, little smiles, chuckles, the audience would laugh, letting you take a breath. The location and landscape are stunningly beautiful. So well acted, I wanted to embrace some characters and yell at others. The music is still in my head. Authentic and well-researched. See more 02/09/2023 Fabulous & strong, touching movie !! Great acting , cinematography & music! All !! See more 02/08/2023 A can't miss movie! A new and fresh perspective that I didn't expect. The director did a masterful job growing the characters and showing that human hearts can grow even in difficult times. Brilliant! See more 02/05/2023 Incredible story! Was captivated the entire movie. Love the characters and beautiful scenery. Fantastic See more 02/05/2023 The film brought out raw emotions about the cruelty of slavery alongside the discovery of an unexpected friendship and love that measured strength and bravery during the most tragic times of our country's history. It brought to life a new story that we haven't seen before. See more Robert C @Cratchit Feb 10 Some loose ends were never explained but awesome movie, See more Read all reviews
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Brett Smith

Director

Gerran Howell

William

RJ Cyler

Kitch

Ewen Bremner

Silas

Harrison Gilbertson

Lewis

Carol Sutton

Caddy

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Movie Info

Synopsis After a Union soldier flees from battle, rescue comes unexpectedly from a free black man operating a section of the Underground Railroad. But when a ruthless and desperate slave catcher discovers the secret network, he conspires to bring it burning to the ground.
Director
Brett Smith
Producer
A.J. Winslow, James Pidgeon, Neko Sparks, Brett Smith, Steven Swadling
Screenwriter
Brett Smith
Distributor
The Forge
Production Co
1812 Films, Room In The Sky Films, Rocket Soul Studios, True Productions, Rocket Hill Studios
Genre
History, Drama, War
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 8, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 6, 2023
Runtime
2h 11m
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