On Dec. 4, 1997, Steven Spielberg unveiled historical drama Amistad at its premiere in Washington, D.C. The film went on to gross $44 million and nab four Oscar nominations at the 70th Academy ...

BLACK people who think that Steven Spielberg’s latest movie “Amistad” is about black heroes taking their freedom by any means necessary are doomed to disappointment upon seeing the movie.

Until this year, few knew the story of the ship Amistad: that in 1839 a group of captured Africans had risen up against Spanish slave traders and subsequently won their freedom in American court.

Now that “Amistad,” the movie, is a reality, there’s a good chance that the legend of Cinque will make its way into more history books. Nothing would make Allen prouder.

The Jurkowitz Center for Community Engagement announces the screening of Amistad, the next installment in the Movies That Matter series with Hal Conklin ...

The name Oliver Stone comes to mind.Now comes Steven Spielberg’s “Amistad,” a redemptive movie, in two senses. It redeems Hollywood’s reputation as a place where movies can be ...

The story of the 53 courageous Africans who revolted on a Spanish slave ship in 1839 is one of the most riveting historical narratives to emerge from America’s many battles over the legality of ...

Winsome Sinclair, a veteran casting professional who worked on scores of films and TV shows — many as casting director — including Malcolm D. Lee’s The Best Man, Steven Spielberg’s Amistad ...

WEST BRATTLEBORO -- "Amistad" will be shown in West Brattleboro on Tuesday, Jan. 17, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at All Souls Church, 29 South St. The "Films for the Spirit" series honors Dr. Martin Luther ...