Amistad

In 1839, the revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish owned ship causes a major controversy in the United States when the ship is captured off the coast of Long Island. The courts must decide whether the Mende are slaves or legal...

Director

Steven Spielberg

Writer

David Franzoni

Released

25 Dec 1997

Country

United States

Awards

Nominated for 4 Oscars. 11 wins & 44 nominations total