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Manderlay

NR20052h 18mLars von Trier
IMDb 7.2 · Rotten Tomatoes 50% · Metacritic 46

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"Liberation. Whether they want it or not."

In 1933, a young woman and her father discover an Alabama plantation whose inhabitants live as if slavery had never been abolished. Feeling a sense of duty to those behind the heavy gates, she stays to liberate the people and see them through their first harvest. With four of her father's colleagues and a lawyer, she faces the daunting task of resurrecting the place known as Manderlay.

Drama
Southern UsaSlaveryPlantationSequelContractRaceDuringcreditsstingerEmancipationEmploymentRacial Equality

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What is Manderlay (2005) about?

In 1933, a young woman and her father discover an Alabama plantation whose inhabitants live as if slavery had never been abolished. Feeling a sense of duty to those behind the heavy gates, she stays to liberate the people and see them through their first harvest. With four of her father's colleagues and a lawyer, she faces the daunting task of resurrecting the place known as Manderlay.

Who stars in Manderlay?

Manderlay stars Bryce Dallas Howard (Grace Margaret Mulligan), Isaach de Bankolé (Timothy), Danny Glover (Wilhelm), Willem Dafoe (Grace's Father), Michaël Abiteboul (Thomas). The film was directed by Lars von Trier.

How long is Manderlay?

Manderlay has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2005. It is rated NR.

Is Manderlay worth watching?

Manderlay holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 50. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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