Band of Angels (1957)

Set against the antebellum backdrop of the Civil War in Kentucky, Band of Angels tells the gripping tale of Amantha Starr, a cherished daughter born into affluence. The only child of Aaron Starr, a benevolent plantation owner known for treating his slaves with decency, Amantha's life is marked by privilege, education, and her father's adoration. Her idyllic world crumbles, however, when her father unexpectedly passes away, revealing the shattering truth that his wealth was built on borrowed money and that Amantha's mother was not only a slave but also Aaron's mistress. The realization drenches her life in a harsh reality, as she is stripped of her privileged status and put up for sale to settle her father's debts. Transported to an auction in New Orleans, she is bought by Hamish Bond, a wealthy plantation owner with a clouded past. Unlike other slave owners, Hamish treats Amantha with an unexpected kindness, almost as if she were a guest in his home rather than a bought possession. Her new world introduces her to Rau-Ru, a slave treated as Hamish's son, and Michele, Hamish's mistress who harbors deep feelings for him. A complex relationship blossoms between Amantha and Hamish, but it is threatened when Hamish reveals a terrible secret from his past, a past steeped in the dark business of slave-trading. As the Civil War erupts, shaking the very foundations of their lives, Hamish becomes a hunted man and Rau-Ru enlists with the Union Army. Torn between the love she has for Hamish and the societal expectations of the white world, Amantha must grapple with her newfound identity and decide where her future truly lies. Band of Angels delves into the tumultuous journey of a privileged daughter turned slave, exploring themes of identity, love, and the harrowing consequences of war. Will Amantha and Hamish's love survive the ravages of war and the tumult of their pasts?

Band of Angels is a drama movie featuring Clark Gable.

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