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Amazing Grace (2006) 7.5
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7.5/10 from 19,837 users
Metascore: 65/100
Reviews: 146 user | 92 critic | 29 from Metacritic.com The idealist William Wilberforce maneuvers his way through Parliament, endeavoring to end the British transatlantic slave trade. Director:Michael AptedWriter:Steven Knight |
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Cast
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| Romola Garai | ... | ||
| Benedict Cumberbatch | ... | ||
| Albert Finney | ... | ||
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| Rufus Sewell | ... | ||
| Youssou N'Dour | ... | ||
| Ciarán Hinds | ... | ||
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Richard the Butler
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Sir William Dolben
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In 1797, William Wilberforce, the great crusader for the British abolition of slavery, is taking a vacation for his health even while he is sicker at heart for his frustrated cause. However, meeting the charming Barbara Spooner, Wilberforce finds a soulmate to share the story of his struggle. With few allies such as his mentor, John Newton, a slave ship captain turned repentant priest who penned the great hymn, "Amazing Grace," Prime William Pitt, and Olaudah Equiano, the erudite former slave turned author, Wilberforce fruitlessly fights both public indifference and moneyed opposition determined to keep their exploitation safe. Nevertheless, Wilberforce finds the inspiration in newfound love to rejuvenate the fight with new ideas that would lead to a great victory for social justice. Written by Kenneth Chisholm (kchishol@rogers.com)
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Behind the song you love is a story you will never forget. See more »Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG for thematic material involving slavery, and some mild language | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Language:
EnglishRelease Date:
23 February 2007 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
A szabadság himnusza See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$4,054,542 (USA) (23 February 2007)Gross:
$21,208,358 (USA) (8 June 2007)Company Credits
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John Newton: It has. I'm older.
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Lyrics by John Newton
Music by William Walker
Performed by Ioan Gruffudd
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The scene where William Wilberforce sings "Amazing Grace" at the card house was actually directly sung from Ioan Gruffudd at that moment. In the last several takes, a playback was used, but it is Ioan singing. Director Michael Apted had no idea whether or not Gruffudd could actually sing. Little did he know, Ioan is an accomplished soloist and choir singer. With a little practice, Ioan performed for the first time on set while the cameras were rolling. All much to the surprise of the cast, crew and director. See more »Goofs
During the boat trip to see the slave ship, servants are shown pouring from the distinctive bottle of Dom Perignon champagne. However, the brand was not introduced until 1936. See more »Quotes
William Wilberforce: I thought time might have changed you.John Newton: It has. I'm older.
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Soundtracks
Amazing GraceLyrics by John Newton
Music by William Walker
Performed by Ioan Gruffudd
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This is a truly inspiring film that has much more than what appears on the surface. William Wilberforce was a man that understood persistance for change. He was a real World Changer that never knew the quit.
The film was beautifully done and the script was fantastic!! I love many of the phrase pulled from actual accounts of Wilberforce and Pitt's life.
Albert Finney does an amazing job as John Newton. He truly stole the show on this film.
Hollywood needs to pay attention and make more positive and moving films like this one!!!! Great Job.