Harriet
~Be free or die
Overview
The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.
Genres
- Drama
- History
General Information
Release Date: 2019-11-01
Budget: $17000000
Revenue: $0
Runtime: 125 min
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