William Still
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William Still was an African-American abolitionist based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was a conductor of the Underground Railroad and was responsible for aiding and assisting at least 649 slaves
Image of Still, published in 1898
A historical marker outside Still's residence in Philadelphia
Harriet (film)
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Harriet is a 2019 American biographical film directed by Kasi Lemmons, who also wrote the screenplay with Gregory Allen Howard. It stars Cynthia Erivo as abolitionist Harriet Tubman, with Leslie Odom
William Still
…Crossed that Line to Freedom which includes Still as a character. It was first performed in 2014. Actor Leslie Odom Jr. portrayed Still in the 2019 film Harriet, based on the life of Harriet Tubman. A fictional version of William Still is portrayed by Ta-Nehisi Coates in his novel The Water Dancer (2019), in…
Theatrical release poster
Cynthia Erivo's portrayal of Harriet Tubman garnered critical acclaim and earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress.