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Invictus (2009)
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Invictus (2009)

Genre
Drama
Release Date
December 11, 2009
Studio
Warner Bros. Pictures
Official Site
http://invictusmovie.warnerbros.com/
Genre
Drama
Release Date
December 11, 2009
MPAA Rating
PG-13
Duration
134 minute(s)
Production Budget
60000000
Studio
Warner Bros. Pictures
Official Site
http://invictusmovie.warnerbros.com/
Director
Clint Eastwood
Producer
Clint Eastwood, Lori McCreary, Mace Neufeld, Robert Lorenz
Screenwriter
Anthony Peckham
Starring
  • Matt Damon as Francois Pienaar
  • Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela
  • Scott Eastwood as South African Springbok
  • Robert Hobbs
  • Langley Kirkwood
  • Bonnie Henna
  • Grant Roberts

In the inspiring drama Invictus, directed by Clint Eastwood, the story unfolds in post-apartheid South Africa, where the newly elected President Nelson Mandela, portrayed by Morgan Freeman, seeks to unite a divided nation through the universal language of sport. Mandela realizes that the upcoming 1995 Rugby World Cup presents a unique opportunity to foster reconciliation among his people. He enlists the help of the national rugby team captain, Francois Pienaar, played by Matt Damon, who is initially skeptical but soon becomes inspired by Mandela's vision.

As tensions simmer between different factions within the country, the film captures the challenges and triumphs faced by both Mandela and Pienaar. Their journey is marked by personal sacrifices and the quest for a common identity, intertwining the fates of a nation with the spirit of the game. With a tone that blends hope and determination, Invictus highlights the power of sports to transcend barriers and bring about change, inviting viewers to witness a pivotal moment in history where unity is forged against the backdrop of competition. This poignant narrative showcases the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring impact of leadership in the face of adversity.

GENRE: Drama YEAR: 2009
💰 Box Office:
Budget
$60.0M
Worldwide
$122.4M
ROI
104%
Profitable
Ratings:
72
SCORE
IMDb 7.3/10
🍅 76% Fresh
MC 74
TMDB 7.2/10