Cry Freedom Film Review

Cry Freedom - Film Review


Watching the saga of undeserved injustices suffered by Blacks in South Africa was once again overwhelming. Only knowing that Nelson Mandela has been democratically elected thirty something years later, brought a sense of relief. But as in many great historical events, the contribution of each individual kept slowly adding to the cause and eventually brought the system down.
As a lesson to keep, the moment Donald Woods befriended Stephen Biko, a very significant turn of events took place. Suddenly there was a human face, a way of beginning to understand that there are more commonalties than differences between men. Their mutual respect made them stronger and ultimately, propelled Donald to exile with his writings. Both men made a unique contribution, one with his life and the other with his words. It almost seems like they...

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