The story of Stephen Biko is told in very simple language by epic film director Richard Attenborough. "Cry Freedom" is in no way understated, yet it is subtle when required and forceful when needed, unlike the recent, gratuitous "Power of One", which went way too far. This is a well restrained and perfectly balanced film.
Denzel Washington's Biko and Kevin Kline's 'Donald Woods' are both very well portrayed, George Fenton's African music is wonderful and the cinematography is at times show stopping.
It's a menacing look at a country which even to this day, has a long way to go before a humanitarian balance is in place.
Sunday, May 30, 1993 - T.V.
Denzel Washington's Biko and Kevin Kline's 'Donald Woods' are both very well portrayed, George Fenton's African music is wonderful and the cinematography is at times show stopping.
It's a menacing look at a country which even to this day, has a long way to go before a humanitarian balance is in place.
Sunday, May 30, 1993 - T.V.