Clotilda: The Return Home is a poignant 45-minute documentary that chronicles the journey of descendants of Cudjo "Kossola" Lewis and Gumpa Lee, two survivors of the last known American slave ship, the Clotilda. In 1860, the Clotilda illegally transported 110 Africans from Benin to Mobile, Alabama. Over 150 years later, their descendants embark on a transformative journey to Benin, retracing their ancestors' steps and fulfilling a long-held dream of return. National Geographic Explorer Tara Roberts accompanies them, guiding the group through sacred sites such as the Tree of Remembrance and the Slave Route Trail, facilitating a profound connection to their heritage. Mobile+1

πŸ“ Movie Details

  • Title: Clotilda: The Return Home
  • Director: Tara Roberts
  • Genre: Documentary, History
  • Runtime: 45 minutes
  • Language: English
  • Country: United States
  • Distributor: National Geographic
  • Release Date: June 18, 2024
  • Available On: Disney+ and Hulu
  • Rating: TV-PG
  • Filming Locations: Benin, West Africa; Mobile, Alabama