Amistad (film)

*Amistad* is a historical drama film directed by Steven Spielberg that tells the story of a 1839 mutiny aboard a Spanish slave ship, where enslaved Africans seize control. The film focuses on the subsequent legal battle in the U.S. courts, challenging questions of slavery, freedom, and human rights. It portrays both the fight for justice by the enslaved individuals and the broader societal tensions of the time. Through courtroom drama and personal stories, *Amistad* explores themes of dignity, morality, and the struggle for liberation, highlighting an important chapter in American history.