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Pros
Inspiring Story
NOV
30
2007
Amazing Grace —
"Amazing Grace" is an exceptional film that chronicles the amazing true story of William Wilberforce, the man who spent twenty years in the British Parliament fighting to end one of mankind's greatest injustices: the slave trade. The film features powerful performances by an outstanding cast, including Ioan Gruffudd ("Fantastic Four," "King Arthur," TV's "Horatio Hornblower") as Wilberforce, whose faith and courage drove his fight for social justice. Albert Finney gives an amazing performance as John Newton, the former slave-ship captain turned pastor, and writer of the beloved hymn "Amazing Grace." Michael Gambon, Romola Garai, Youssou N'Dour, Rufus Sewell, and Nicholas Farrell give outstanding supporting performances. The rest of the crew does a fantastic job of bringing the world of 18th/19th Century Britain to life. "Amazing Grace" is an amazing film that shows how men of faith can truly help change the world. Amazing Grace, indeed!
British Films
Christian Movies
Drama
Foreign Films
Independent Movies
Period Piece
MPAA Rating
PG
R
Tags
Historical drama
Key Information
Directors Michael Apted
Stars Albert Finney
Actors Toby Jones
Genre Dramas
Subgenre Based On A True Story
MPAA Rating PG (MPAA)
Available Formats DVD
UPC 024543444930
Release Date 2007
Running Time 1hr 51min
Languages
Original Language English
DVD Editions
DVD Editions DVD1hr 51min20th Century Fox Home EntertainmentNovember 13, 2007PG (MPAA)024543444930
Credits
Screenwriter Steven Knight
Professional Reviews
Professional Reviews (02/23/2007, p.E10, Manohla Dargis): "It has been confidently directed by Michael Apted, who invest Wilberforce's fight with...