Cry Freedom 1987
“The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.”
What is Cry Freedom?
Cry Freedom is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 157 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 6, 1987
- Studios
- Universal Pictures, Marble Arch Productions
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
Cry Freedom is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Marble Arch Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A journalist and activist forge a daring friendship amid apartheid.”
- Based on real events
- Strong central performances
- Thought‑provoking social commentary
- Length exceeds two and a half hours
- Heavy subject matter may be intense for younger viewers
Watch it if you appreciate historical dramas that explore social justice.
Rated PG, the film depicts apartheid-era tensions and may be unsettling for sensitive viewers.
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Is Cry Freedom based on a true story?
Yes, it dramatizes the real friendship between journalist Donald Woods and activist Stephen Biko.
When was Cry Freedom released?
It was released in the United States on November 6, 1987.
What is the film’s runtime?
The movie runs approximately 2 hours 37 minutes.
What rating does the film have?
Cry Freedom is rated PG.
What genre best describes Cry Freedom?
It is classified as a drama.
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