Review of Cry Freedom (1987) by Annie B — 15 Aug 2007

Absolutely one of the best films I've ever seen.

This review of Cry Freedom (1987) was written by Annie B on 15 Aug 2007.

Cry Freedom has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lady D (826) on 29 Apr 2011

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By Aaron B (1,506) on 11 Sep 2010

Great film - my sole reservation is that I wish it focused more on Stephen Biko himself…

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By Julia A (109) on 03 Jan 2010

Just watched this because District 9s politcal allegory reminded me of it. Great story…

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We watched it in class and it helped me understand what we were studying better…

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By Codie E (453) on 21 Sep 2009

Dicci Attenbourough can be a little reverential. This is however a great cinematic triumph…

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By T A (71) on 30 Aug 2011

This movie is almost 25 years old, but is still a very touching and moving story. Klein and Denzel do a great job…

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By Ron S (244) on 04 Jun 2010

Heavy movie, but excellent! The story of Biko may be immortalized by song, but you deserve to see this. It IS the human experience…

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By Richard P (588) on 02 Nov 2012

Denzel at his best. Everyone should know about Stephen Biko…

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By David D (2,198) on 08 Dec 2009

Well researched and perfectly placed together, everything about this film screams watch me! It should be introduced into the high school curriculum…

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