Focus Features has released a couple of first look images from its biographical drama Harriet which feature Cynthia Erivo as freedom fighter and political activist Harriet Tubman who helped free dozens of slaves following her own escape from slavery in 1849; take a look at the images here…
Based on the story of iconic freedom fighter Harriet Tubman, Harriet follows Tubman on her escape from slavery and subsequent missions to free dozens of slaves through the Underground Railroad in the face of growing pre-Civil War adversity.
Directed by Kasi Lemmons, the film features a cast that also includes Leslie Odom Jr., Janelle Monáe, Joe Alwyn, Jennifer Nettles, and Clarke Peters.
