The Revolt

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Based on a true story, Tula, a slave in a Dutch colony in 1795, learns that the French have abolished slavery. He leads his people in a peaceful march to demand their freedom from the governor. What begins as a quest for equality through dialogue quickly escalates into a violent revolt against the colonial soldiers. The uprising, born from a desire for liberty and justice, ultimately ends in a brutal and tragic confrontation.

Drama  History  War

Directed by

Jeroen Leinders

Starring

Danny Glover, Paul Bazely, Aden Gillett, Natalie Simpson, Jeroen Krabbé