Inspired by the true story of Shields Green, a descendant of African kings who was enslaved and fought for his freedom, "Emperor" is a powerful and gripping drama that follows Shields' journey from a plantation in South Carolina to the battlefields of the Civil War. After killing his cruel overseer and fleeing, Shields meets abolitionist John Brown and joins him in the historic raid on Harpers Ferry, risking everything for the chance to end slavery and reunite with his family. With an all-star cast including Dayo Okeniyi, Naturi Naughton, and James Cromwell, "Emperor" is a must-see film that sheds light on a crucial moment in American history.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as A császár include The Zone of Interest, Before It Ends, Napoleon, Hacksaw Ridge, All Quiet on the Western Front, Operation Mincemeat.