Railroad Ties
Originally released in 2019. Railroad Ties is a documentary film. directed by Sacha Jenkins. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Premiering at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, this moving docu-short traces the lineage of six descendants of fugitive slaves and abolitionists. The very human story of the Underground Railroad unfolds through Ancestry records, each discovery revealing the dynamic impact our history has on identity, family and legacy. The film takes a personal look at how understanding our family's past can influence not just who we are, but how we see ourselves.
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Railroad Ties about?
Premiering at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, this moving docu-short traces the lineage of six descendants of fugitive slaves and abolitionists. The very human story of the Underground Railroad un...
Who directed Railroad Ties?
Railroad Ties was directed by Sacha Jenkins.
How long is Railroad Ties?
Railroad Ties has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).
When was Railroad Ties released?
Railroad Ties was released on May 1, 2019 in theaters.