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Mandela

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In 1948, Nelson Mandela (Danny Glover) joins the African National Congress, working to overturn South Africa's apartheid policies. His political activism brings him into contact with a young social worker named Winnie (Alfre Woodard), whom he eventually marries. Initially committed to nonviolence, Mandela turns militant after the police massacre scores of peaceful protesters in 1960. When Mandela is arrested and sentenced to life imprisonment, his wife carries on the struggle.

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice 07/19/2003
An inspiring film biography of the imprisoned South African leader who opposed the ruling regime's policy of apartheid Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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12/19/2007 This is what we call history See more 11/08/2006 Tears and hurts of a black man as 2nd class citizen in his own homeland See more Read all reviews
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Philip Saville

Director

Danny Glover

Nelson Mandela

Alfre Woodard

Winnie Mandela

John Matshikiza

Walter Sisulu
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Synopsis In 1948, Nelson Mandela (Danny Glover) joins the African National Congress, working to overturn South Africa's apartheid policies. His political activism brings him into contact with a young social worker named Winnie (Alfre Woodard), whom he eventually marries. Initially committed to nonviolence, Mandela turns militant after the police massacre scores of peaceful protesters in 1960. When Mandela is arrested and sentenced to life imprisonment, his wife carries on the struggle.
Director
Philip Saville
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Runtime
2h 16m