The. Last clip of the photograph of his back really gave me chills. Can’t even imagine how much our ancestors truly went through to survive for us to be here today.
I remember seeing the original picture of the man who had so many scars from his past. I did not know this movie was inspired by that man in the photo! Can't think of his name at the moment.
@@ariaskelly5318 his name is Gordon, I went to a movie database and saw that Will's character is named Peter. I googled it using some keywords and found out that the slave named Gordon is nicknamed 'Whipped Peter', this movie is a depiction of his story.
Well one thing we can be sure of is those names are weird Gordon who... It's sad how our people African brothers & sisters have lost their African ancestral identity
I am truly convinced there is no role Will Smith can't play. This man is a true legend. His acting has for surpassed anything I could imagine. He is truly an amazing actor, performer, writer and all around strong nature natural. My hats off to you Will, Thank you for being simply amazing❤
My dad introduced me to your music, movies when i was 5 years old. 20 years later and you are still my favorite actor!❤️ Can't wait to see this art! greetings from belgium🙌🏾❤️
For me I use to read the slave journal when I was in high school for me I see the strength of my people. How love and faith can over come any hate! We are survivors we can get through anything … Will keep your head this will be Another great Movie ! I can wait to support. ❤
I have seen the picture of this man with the awful scars from enslavement since I learned about slavery in childhood. I’m so grateful that his story is being told now. Rest in Power, Ancestor 🙏🏾
This lets you know that whenever you study your craft, you'll sharpen your iron. Will went from mouthing every actor's lines and overacting, to living his lines and becoming one of the "best actors" on the market ! 💜 THAT'S GROWTH 📈
Whenever Will Smith’s name is attached to a movie, it is an absolute must see for me. Very talented! I do believe that it is time to forgive and forget. We often forget that famous people are only human, just like us! Holding grudges and not forgiving is one of the problems in the world these days. Let’s move on and enjoy the talent and stories that Will has to offer. He that has not sinned…cast the 1st stone! Everybody have a blessed day!
Man, it is going hard to see this movie without not be angry or pissed off to dead because all the suffering of that man in real life. Will always putting the bar as high as sky
I’m 40 years old as of yesterday. Will… homie, you been in my life forever and I look up to you even till this day! Thanks for everything and keep doing the best work you can and I hope to meet you one day to thank you in person! Sincerely, Steve W.
It is highly important that African American history is shared; the good, the bad and the ugly truth. Too many people, today, want to hide it under a rug and act as if it never happened. I truly believe that if the truth isn't shared or taught we are destined to repeat it. I think it's important that the man's story, played by Will Smith, needs to be shared.
@@cecegiles7286 Do you know this man's story? I have seen the picture but I don't know HIS story. How many period movies are out there about White American history like Gone With the Wind? It is time that we bring out the truth about Black American history not to make anyone upset but to start dialog of "the truth" of what happened and why. We cannot hide the truth, it is important for the United States to face it and accept it that it is American History.
Oh my goodness...when I saw the back of the character Mr. Smith is portraying....my heart went into my stomach. It's real and a reminder of history that will never be forgotten.
@@SoundMadeVisual very true obviously. I ment more like he will be the greatest of all time period. I don't think anyone has done it as great as will. Leo is the only other person I would say thats even close to the impact will has made.
@@JCrispyy2.0 This being an Antoine Fuqua film I'm surprised Ethan Hawke isn't in this. Just watching this trailer for the 1st time today and as I don't have Apple T.V I'm really hoping this will have a wide release in UK cinemas.
I remember being in class opening up my history book and seeing that exact picture that was tooken at the end. My breath left my body not understanding how a human could inflict so much pain to another human being. I felt so much hurt for my ancestors.
Bless you. What I still struggle with is how people, especially in Florida, want to re-write history to ignore what their ancestors did to mine. I will NEVER forgive or forget. Thank you Mr. Smith and Mr. Fuqua.
Will Smith is one of my favorites. Thank you for not allowing yourself to be buried in your mistake. To err is human, but to forgive, divine. We learn from our mistakes (only stupid people do not). Keep keeping on brother, we love you.
It's not your place to forgive-no harm was done to YOU by Will Smith. The right to forgive is in Chris Rock's *hands* and his hands alone. As for the rest of your comment-I wholeheartedly agree.
Like no one ever acted out of line. Will took the L, and will continue on being a great guy and a great artist. I hope everyone can chill out and enjoy the movie. I know I will.
@@lalo80adams71 get your facts straight, he says he would never be a slave in a movie, meaning portraying a slave and that's it, but THIS is not that case, in here he is a slave yes but breaking chains, see what i mean?
@@lalo80adams71 it might be the reason why he chose to comeback eith this movie to shoe he's a Different will, by doing something his old self wouldn't have done
That last shot depicting the moment from that historical photo of the whipped back was hard. Brought everything about the plot I didn't get at first full circle.
I was a slave extra in this movie, Will was immersed in his character, just amazing to watch him work. Terrific work by the supporting cast too. All filmed while covid was still raging.
@@IamAlyciaShinese You have to get an agent they will cast get you the gigs and they take a percentage. If you really want to make money in it you should move to LA or NYC.
This movie was so intense. Will took us on an unforgettable journey. I will forever give thanks to my ancestors and those before me that fought and didn't give up. 💪🏽👏🏾🙌🏽👏🏾🙌🏽
Think Chappelle had a bit on who are these movies for? I mean if you were a rape victim would you be stoked to go see the new rape movie that's coming out?
No this is our history that they are trying to rewrite. We need to see this. Our history is our responsibility to make sure our children to know so that we aren't letting them keep repeating the cycle. The one way to control a people is to control their minds. Knowledge is power.
If I'm not mistaken I remember seeing a picture of a black man who was once a slave with scars on his back. I felt so saddened by it. It wasn't long after that a descendant asked that the picture be removed because it was her grandfather or great grandfather. I can't remember all the details. 👀 RESPECT YOUR ELDERS ❣️ WE ARE HERE BECAUSE OF THEM.
Grand respect pour WILL. Reste humble et beaucoup de courage face a tes difficultés actuelles. L'Afrique te soutien. Je t'encourage. courage l'artiste.
Im Haitian and I heard my native language in that song: “mwen renmen ou anpil” meaning, I love you so much. I really have a hard time with slave films and segregation but I will watch this one. I look forward to seeing this film.
Will is Philly 💪🏽 that’s what we do! We fight to survive another day, no matter the circumstances. This is such a great role for Will. This is going to take him to even greater heights than any other role.
I was an extra on this movie. Will was immersed in his character, just amazing to watch him work. Terrific work by the supporting cast too. All filmed while covid was still raging.
These days anything or anyone can be ruined for just even breathing on a piece of paper or blinking at someone. Mistakes exist but they all go down immediately without a single thought put into it knowing if it was all worth it. So yeah I hope so too that Will starts to get recognised again as a normal person again like it was before that event
A good man will fall and raise at the time. Let's forgive and move on. Will talent is second to none. Looks like he has made a movie that will be powerful. It's great to see a real movie, not reality TV.
@@wunkeyjones113 You look like who love watching Will Smith movies like I do. Right? What’s up. What’s your best Will Smith movie you ever watched ? Tell me.
Just a couple of days ago, in Mumbai, in one of the country's biggest newspapers, there was a matrimonial section with 'segregation by caste' being at the top. Fantastic job on this movie. Will def watch it. Hat off to all involved. Man! 2023 and people have barely changed. Caste system.
Vraiment Will Smith est né pour être acteur ! Il a un talent incroyable et il peut se permettre de jouer tous les rôles ! Passant du dramatique au comique, de la comédie a la science fiction, de l'histoire vraie au romantisme.....du policier au gentleman...il est un monstre sacré du cinéma 💞💞💞
Will is unintentionally showing us how not give up when things in our life go terrible. Our faith in GOD MUST BE UNWAIVERING. WE have a forgiving GOD we to know this. Drugs, alcohol, depression, and mass shootings are not the answers. Keep going Will we are forgiving and rooting for you.
Tbh they should make a movie about the African war lords and kings who sold slaves to Europeans in the first place , that would be an interesting film.
@@whoareyou3571 Tbh they should make a movie about the African Kings and Queens that ruled throughout Ethiopia, housed the original members of Muhammad when they fled from persecution, also somehow managed to have one of the oldest ties to both Judaism and Christianity. that would be an interesting film..
This is going to be a really good movie. Mr. smith is an incredible actor, one of my fav! The emotions he puts in his work is felt every time! Never disappointed! Excited for this movie!
They will never break me ! MR SMITH ,THE ABILITY YOU HAVE TO BRING SUCH EMOTION AND TRANSCEND US IS ONLY GOG GIVEN.YOUR ARE A GIFT TO US AS BLACK COMMUNITY, WE LOVE ,CELEBRATE AND HONOUR ALL YOUR EFFORTS AND ALL YOU HAVE ACCOMPLISHED.
Yet another master piece, Mr. Will Smith , is undoubtedly the new god of dialogue taking, and king of facial interpretation. I'm in antiicipation mood already.
Will Smith-I have always been a fan of yours. You always put your heart and soul into every part you portray. You never disappoint! Keep the soul you have, we need more of it! You did a fantastic job. This gave me chills and it's only the preview!!! I can't wait to see it!
@@butterflykisses1984 aftermath was horrible cause his damn kid was the star so I hated it😒 but wild wild west was hilarious too me and a classic so I'll take that one over AfterEarth any day😇🤣
@@jazzmengardley750 we can debate Wild Wild West, but you agree that AfterEarth was terrible. OP said Will never disappoints and AfterEarth was a HUGE disappointment.
@@butterflykisses1984 hell will smith even admitted that AfterEarth bombed because they made it with his kid and that his kid was the star not him it would have done better probably without his son but my mom said she thought it was good, y idk lol😅
@@jazzmengardley750 - yeah for some odd reason Jaden thinks he's on the same tier with his father and it's like no son, you not even a pimple on your dad's bum. Will Smith put in the work to become the phenomenal actor that he is. Years on a sitcom doing Fresh Prince and of course he's done: Bad Boys, I Am Legend, iRobot, Ali (one of my favorites), Hancock, Focus, Hitch, MiB (another favorite), Independence Day (this movie was epic), like the list literally goes on and on.
Truly amazing how much a brief trailer can give you enough to appreciate that this is yet another Award winning performance. Will Smith, your natural talent has continued to shine brightly and I pray that you will allow the Peace of The Lord to cover your heart and your mind.
