Will Smith revealed a shocking experience he had on the set of “Emancipation.”

Smith said filming “Emancipation” was incredibly taxing.

He said a co-star spat on him.

Smith starred as Peter in “Emancipation,” an enslaved man in Louisiana.

The movie was directed by Antoine Fuqua.

Smith understands if people don’t want to watch ‘“Emancipation.”

The actor hoped his inclusion would not affect the film’s Oscar reception.

Smith was banned from the Oscars for 10 years for slapping Chris Rock.