Nat Turner: A Troublesome Property
The historical search for the mysterious Nat Turner, leader of the legendary 1831 slave rebellion, has inspired academics, novelists, dramatists, and others in a fierce battle over who he was and what he means to America.
A "troublesome property" for his master, Nat Turner has remained a "troublesome property" for historians, novelists, dramatists, and others who have struggled to understand the leader of the famous 1831 slave rebellion. Using an innovative approach that combines documentary techniques, dramatic filmmaking, and historical methodology, this program explores how the many meanings of Nat Turner remain critical to understanding the racial history of our country.