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Cry Freedom 1987

“The true story of the friendship that shook South Africa and awakened the world.”

★ 7.0/10 PG Drama Released
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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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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama

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Cry Freedom is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Marble Arch Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A journalist and activist forge a daring friendship amid apartheid.”

Reasons to watch
  • Based on real events
  • Strong central performances
  • Thought‑provoking social commentary
Keep in mind
  • 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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