Amazing Grace (2006)

2006

111 mins

Directed by Michael Apted
68%
85%
15+
Drama

Biopic of English politician William Wilberforce who, in the 18th Century, fought to abolish slavery in the British Empire.

After 15... More

Biopic of English politician William Wilberforce who, in the 18th Century, fought to abolish slavery in the British Empire.

After 15 years on the job - facing bigotry amongst the old guard, and politicians intent on protecting self interests - the young, idealistic, Wilberforce (Gruffudd) has got old quickly and fallen ill. All but given up, he meets his soon to be wife (Garai) whose love and support reignites his passion. And so he trudges back to Parliament, rallies his supporters, and sets out to pass the bill in hope of outlawing slavery at home and aboard in the West Indies.

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Amazing Grace (2006) | Ratings & Reviews

68_%123 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes® rating
85_%54,362 reviews
Audience score rating
15+Age suitability
Children & Media rating

"Picture reflects the no-nonsense storytelling skills of prolific helmer Michael Apted, whose career-long mix of feature and documentary work holds him in good stead once more..."

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Variety

"Earnest, respectful and thoroughly dull..."

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Premiere Magazine

"For such a compelling true story the film was strangely ineffectual, and while it held my interest for the most part, it failed to really engage me..."

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Newshub

"There's so much story here that the characters don't have quite enough room to breathe, but it's still a fascinating look at a time, and a man, worth remembering..."

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Empire Magazine

"This moving tale is peopled with numerous fascinating characters, and is surprisingly affecting for what is largely a political drama set in the House of Commons. It manages to entertain, uplift and teach with a minimum of preaching..."

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Christchurch Press

"It's a doughty movie, stuck halfway between Masterpiece Theatre and Classics Illustrated, but, to his credit, gifted journeyman director Michael Apted understands he's playing the long game..."

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Boston Globe

"Accessibility is one of the movie's virtues: without dumbing down, it makes the workings of Parliament seem as gripping as a good suspense thriller..."

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