Band of Angels

Amantha Starr, a privileged young woman living in Kentucky before the Civil War, is suddenly thrust into harsh reality when her father, a wealthy plantation owner, unexpectedly passes away. As she grapples with the emotional upheaval of losing her beloved father, Amantha also discovers that his death brings to light her father's hidden debts and a family secret - her mother was not only deceased but had been enslaved as his mistress.Forced to confront this stark contrast between her former life of luxury and the hard truth about her origins, Amantha is left with no choice but to navigate through this tumultuous period in history while uncovering the complexities of her family's past. The film masterfully portrays this historical backdrop by exploring themes such as identity, societal class division, and the struggle for freedom amidst a nation on the brink of civil strife.