Will Smith’s new movie, Emancipation, is expected to air on Apple TV+ on Friday, December 9, 2022, at 3 am ET (tentative time). The film is set during the late 19th century and centers around an enslaved African-American man who escapes the brutal clutches of slavery.
The film was released in select theaters on December 2, 2022, and received mixed-to-positive reviews from viewers and critics. Apart from Will Smith, the movie also features actors like Ben Foster and Charmaine Bingwa essaying pivotal supporting roles.
Apple TV+ shared the official trailer for the movie on November 16, 2022. The trailer offers a glimpse of the world the movie is set in. The stunning black-and-white visuals instantly transport viewers back to the late 19th century as they capture the mood and tone of that period.
The trailer opens with Will Smith’s character saying:
The trailer depicts the brutal realities of slavery briefly, with viewers seeing the protagonist desperately trying to break free from the shackles of poverty and slavery in an oppressive world. The three-minute trailer briefly touches on several key moments from the film and establishes the story’s crux quite well without giving away any spoilers.
The official synopsis of the film, as per Apple TV+ Press, reads:
The synopsis further reads:
Based on the synopsis and trailer, fans can expect a compelling historical film that explores a number of complex themes, including freedom, slavery, and humanity.
Will Smith stars as the protagonist Peter in Emancipation, and looks brilliant in the trailer, although some fans had earlier criticized his accent.
Apart from Emancipation, Will Smith has appeared in a number of popular and iconic movies over the years, including the Bad Boys film series, Independence Day, and The Pursuit of Happyness, to name a few.
Starring alongside Smith in key supporting roles are Ben Foster, Steven Ogg, Charmaine Bingwa, and Timothy Hutton, among many others.
Don’t forget to catch the upcoming Will Smith movie Emancipation on Apple TV+ on Friday, December 9, 2022.
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