Nat Turner: A Troublesome Property is a 2003 English-language Documentary motion picture written by Charles Burnett, Frank Christopher and Kenneth S. Greenberg. The movie is directed by Charles Burnett and produced by Frank Christopher. The story and legacy of the enigmatic leader of the notorious 1831 homicidal slave revolt in Virginia, along with reviews of works about him, are explored; twentieth century civil rights discussed and cultural relativism mentioned. Nat turner: a troublesome property features Herbert Aptheker, Charles Burnett, Resharma Coleman, Ossie Davis, Shaun Depriest, Justin Dray and Eric Foner. The music was composed by Todd Capps. Cinematography was done by John Demps and editing by Michael Colin and Frank Christopher. The movie has a running time of 57 minutes.