"HISTORIC"
6/10
6/10
Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom is an historic drama movie Directed by Justin Chadwick.
This movie is of Nelson Mandela's life journey, from his childhood in a rural village throughout to his inauguration as the first democratically elected president of South Africa.
Its Starring Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgorge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Simo Mogwazza, Fana Mokoena, Thapelo Mokoena, Jamie Bartlett + many more...
Writer - @sliderbee
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IN CINEMAS 3RD JANUARY 2014. (UK)
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THE REVIEW:
I had the chance to watch this biographic movie about Mandela and his pursuit of freedom for his people which took him half his lifetime to achieve. We have all read and learned about the life of Mandela, how It took thousands of black killings in South Africa and him spending 27 years in prison for change to finally come.
Director Justin Chadwick brings his unforgettable story to life. Movie has its powerful moments, A good effort in trying to educate and entertain at the same time. With over 2 hours of screen time, the story-line is half way short of being perfect. But for what it lacks in plot it's made up for in dialogue. The younger generation might get bored but the older ones will understand every event and what it meant at the time.
The writers have concentrated more on whats being said rather than whats actually happening. I was expecting more scenes of some memorable movement rallies, the representation of Mandela's time of presidency and why he decided to step down from power after a short reign. There's little to show on that front. The tone and pace even drops half way through, and it becomes a dragged out race to his triumph. The whole story does not hit all the point i expected, his redemption isn't shown in all its glory.
Idris Elba plays Nelson Mandela and i have to say he deserves a major award for his portrayal. He efforts carry this movie from start to finish even with this put on accent. His Wife Winnie played by Naomie Harris also does a brilliant job, her ideologies and mental strength gave the story a little edge. The cast as a whole gave brilliant performances. The acting is more of a win than anything else.
This is must watch for an insight into History. (you owe it to yourself)
Rest in Peace Mr Nelson Mandela.
This movie is of Nelson Mandela's life journey, from his childhood in a rural village throughout to his inauguration as the first democratically elected president of South Africa.
Its Starring Idris Elba, Naomie Harris, Tony Kgorge, Riaad Moosa, Zolani Mkiva, Simo Mogwazza, Fana Mokoena, Thapelo Mokoena, Jamie Bartlett + many more...
Writer - @sliderbee
.
IN CINEMAS 3RD JANUARY 2014. (UK)
.
THE REVIEW:
Director Justin Chadwick brings his unforgettable story to life. Movie has its powerful moments, A good effort in trying to educate and entertain at the same time. With over 2 hours of screen time, the story-line is half way short of being perfect. But for what it lacks in plot it's made up for in dialogue. The younger generation might get bored but the older ones will understand every event and what it meant at the time.
The writers have concentrated more on whats being said rather than whats actually happening. I was expecting more scenes of some memorable movement rallies, the representation of Mandela's time of presidency and why he decided to step down from power after a short reign. There's little to show on that front. The tone and pace even drops half way through, and it becomes a dragged out race to his triumph. The whole story does not hit all the point i expected, his redemption isn't shown in all its glory.
This is must watch for an insight into History. (you owe it to yourself)
Rest in Peace Mr Nelson Mandela.
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