description Mandingo Overview
Mandingo is a 1975 melodrama set in the Antebellum South, exploring the Atlantic slave trade and its impact on enslaved individuals. The film’s title originates from the Mandinka people, who were often utilized as fighters, and carries a derogatory connotation. Adapted from Kyle Onstott's novel and Jack Kirkland's play, it was produced by Dino De Laurentiis and directed by Richard Fleischer.
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info Mandingo Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1975 |
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What is Mandingo about?
Mandingo is a 1975 historical melodrama set on a Louisiana plantation before the American Civil War. Its story examines slavery, sexual exploitation, violence, and the plantation economy.
Who directed Mandingo?
Richard Fleischer directed Mandingo, which was released by Paramount Pictures in 1975. The cast includes James Mason, Susan George, and former heavyweight boxer Ken Norton.
Is Mandingo based on a book?
Yes. The film is adapted from Kyle Onstott's 1957 novel Mandingo, a controversial work of historical fiction about slavery in the antebellum South.
What does the title Mandingo refer to?
The title refers to the Mandinka people of West Africa, although the word was also used in American popular culture as a racialized and derogatory label. The film's title and subject are therefore closely tied to its depiction of slavery and racist exploitation.
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