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Freedom (out Aug 21) is a drama about slavery in the 18th and 19th centuries. It's somewhat informative but the approach felt off. There are musical interludes (I'm not joking) and it struggles to blend its two stories. The religious undertones also felt too heavy. Grade: C+.