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Rosewood

Where:

Florida

When:

The 1920s

In 1923, a black town in Florida was burned to the ground, its people murdered because of a lie. Some escaped and survived because of the courage and compassion of a few extraordinary people. This film is for them. — Spurred by a white woman's lie, vigilantes destroy a black Florida town and slay inhabitants in 1923.

Released in 1997 — 140 minutes

Genres:

Drama History Action Thriller

Language:

English