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Cry Freedom
“The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.”
7.0 / 10• 1987• 2h 37m•PG• English
Drama
Storyline
A dramatic story, based on actual events, about the friendship between two men struggling against apartheid in South Africa in the 1970s. Donald Woods is a white liberal journalist in South Africa who begins to follow the activities of Stephen Biko, a courageous and outspoken black anti-apartheid activist.
Cast & Crew
Kevin Kline
Donald Woods
Lead
Denzel Washington
Steve Biko
Penelope Wilton
Wendy Woods
Kate Hardie
Jane Woods
John Matshikiza
Mapetla
Zakes Mokae
Father Kani
John Thaw
Kruger
Kevin McNally
Ken
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Richard Attenborough's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Cry Freedom is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
