A Slave’s Story (1972)

A Slave’s Story: Running a Thousand Miles to Freedom (1978), produced by Learning Corporation of America, brings to life one of the most daring and ingenious escape narratives in American history—drawn from the true story of William Craft and Ellen Craft. In 1848, the married couple devised a bold plan to escape slavery in Georgia: Ellen, who was light-skinned, disguised herself as a white male slave owner, while William posed as her enslaved servant. Together, they embarked on a perilous 1,000-mile journey north—traveling by train, steamboat, and carriage—constantly at risk of discovery. This dramatized educational film captures the tension, ingenuity, and courage behind their escape, while shedding light on the brutal realities of slavery and the extraordinary lengths people took to claim their freedom. Though produced for classroom use, the film remains a powerful introduction to a story of resistance, identity, and survival. 👉 Watch, reflect, and consider: what does freedom demand—and what does it cost? ————- Support the Channel. Make a donation PayPal = Reelblack CashApp $Reelblack