A good film, unexpectedly so bearing in mind the entrenched opinions among film-makers and the media. There is the usual stereotyping of many characters, particularly those in the 'old' security services, but for anyone knowing South Africa that stereotyping is unavoidable.
Beautifully filmed and well acted, the theme is unusual in concentrating on the Truth and Reconciliation process, which is probably unknown to 99% of Western populations. It was one of the few successes of the 'new' government, and presumably was a Mandela/Tutu initiative. Twenty years on from the process and the outcome and initial euphoria is long gone.
Beautifully filmed and well acted, the theme is unusual in concentrating on the Truth and Reconciliation process, which is probably unknown to 99% of Western populations. It was one of the few successes of the 'new' government, and presumably was a Mandela/Tutu initiative. Twenty years on from the process and the outcome and initial euphoria is long gone.