Review of The First Grader (2010) by Raymond W — 21 Jun 2011
From the director of The Other Boleyn Girl comes a completely different story; one about perseverance and fighting for what is right. After just studying the Mau Mau of Kenya and their struggles against the British in the 1960's for a school project, it's devastating to see it on the big screen.
The flashbacks are vivid, violent and disturbing, but the rest of the story is extremely heart-warming and inspiring. Oliver Litondo and Naomie Harris are absolutely superb in their roles. Harris is so different here from her role in Pirates of the Caribbean as Tia Dalma.
I would highly recommend this film because it conveys some very important messages, it is beautiful, extremely up-lifting and well-done.
This review of The First Grader (2010) was written by Raymond W on 21 Jun 2011.
The First Grader has generally received positive reviews.
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