Amistad (1997)
Abu Bakaar Fofanah: Fala
Quotes
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[a band of abolitionists approach the outer gate of the prison where the Amistad refugees are being held for trial]
Fala : [in Mende] Who are they, do you think?
[the abolitionists kneel to pray]
Joseph Cinque : [in Mende] Looks like they are going to be sick.
Abolitionists : [singing] Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound...
Fala : [in Mende] They're entertainers!
Abolitionists : [singing] ... that saved a wretch like me...
Joseph Cinque : [in Mende] But why do they look so miserable?