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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Unrated
Binding: DVD
Brand: UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP DISTRIBUTION
EAN: 0883476001227
Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Label: Code Black Ent
Manufacturer: Code Black Ent
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Code Black Ent
Region Code: 1
Release Date: January 22, 2008
Running Time: 92 minutes
Sales Rank: 19221
Studio: Code Black Ent
Theatrical Release Date: 2006
Editorial Review:
Description:
John Newton is captain of a slave ship moored off the coast of Nigeria. He stands at a crossroads in his life, his morality and religion at odds with the brutality of his chosen profession. Stepping ashore, he starts on a journey of redemption that will end in tragedy but prove the catalyst for greater achievements. A local anthem sung in adversity by the slaves he captures punctuates the film. It will be the inspiration for John Newton’s redemption, and, years later, for his writing of the world’s most enduring hymn, Amazing Grace.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - 4.5 Stars
This film was definitely heartfelt. I enjoyed the interactions with Newton and the slave girl. There was a sort of innocence and naïveté about the movie. Each character from the brutal African slave catcher to the shipmate that was cast down in rank to be amongst the slaves due to his change of heart was very emotional. The movie covered bases that are normally not portrayed and handed out accountability to all in the film. It was a different insight to the story but it was ... Read More
Rating:  - very disappointing
This was a hugely disappointing portrayal of John Newton's life as a slave trader. I'm sorry I wasted my money on it. Watch the Movie "Amazing Grace" ; your money will be much better spent.
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