It runs long at 2h 37m.
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Synopsis
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.
Ratings
| Source | Rating | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| IMDb | 7.4/10 | 42% |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 73% | 21% |
| Metacritic | 59/100 | 21% |
| TMDB | 7.0/10244 votes | 16% |
| Balasaur Score | 70 | 100% |
Key crew
- John BrileyScreenplay
- Jonas GwangwaOriginal Music Composer
- George FentonOriginal Music Composer
- Richard AttenboroughDirector
Cast
- Kevin KlineDonald Woods
- Denzel WashingtonSteve Biko
- Penelope WiltonWendy Woods
- Kate HardieJane Woods
- John MatshikizaMapetla
- Zakes MokaeFather Kani
- John ThawKruger
- Kevin McNallyKen
- John HargreavesBruce
- Juanita WatermanNtsiki Biko
- Julian GloverDon Card
- Josette SimonDr Ramphele
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