Set against the harrowing backdrop of the American Civil War, this film follows the gripping journey of a man named Peter, portrayed by Will Smith, as he escapes from slavery and embarks on a perilous quest for freedom. Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the movie is inspired by the true story of “Whipped Peter,” whose haunting photographs helped galvanize the abolitionist movement. The film’s intense narrative and powerful performances have been noted, though it has not received any major awards. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.