Enslaved
Overview
"Enslaved" delves into the grim history of human trafficking from Africa to the Americas over four centuries. Each episode intertwines three compelling narratives: the search for a lost slave ship, an intimate exploration led by Samuel L. Jackson, and a thorough investigation conducted by journalists Simcha Jacobovici and Afua Hirsch. This docuseries sheds light on the personal impacts and broader implications of this dark chapter in history, combining historical inquiry with poignant storytelling to reveal the enduring legacy of slavery and its repercussions on society today.
Episodes
-
1
Cultures Left Behind
Title: Legacy of the Lost In the premiere episode, we delve into the profound narrative of the transatlantic slave trade. A team of divers from Divin...
-
2
Rationalization
Samuel L. Jackson enlists the help of two renowned journalists to explore how Europeans came to view slavery as a sensible and profitable venture. Th...
-
3
Follow the Money
Filmed across Suriname, Brazil, Portugal, and the UK, this episode delves into the financial aspects of the slave trade and embarks on a quest to loca...
-
4
New World Cultures
Samuel L. Jackson travels to Africatown, Alabama, the sole community in the U.S. founded by African descendants. Meanwhile, the Diving With a Purpose ...
-
5
Resistance
In this episode, the focus shifts to the African struggle against slavery and the role of the "Underground Railroad." A team of divers from Diving Wi...
-
6
Abolition
In the series finale, the narrative uncovers the political landscape that led to the abolition of African enslavement in the West. The team of divers...
