Starring Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela and Matt Damon as Francois Pienaar, Invictus is an inspiring drama about the power of unity and forgiveness in the face of adversity. Nelson Mandela, after being released from prison in 1990, uses the 1995 Rugby World Cup to unite the people of South Africa and show that anything is possible through perseverance and determination. The movie follows Mandela as he seeks to bridge the racial divide in his country and empower the people by using their shared love of the game of rugby. Through his unwavering spirit and passion, Mandela is able to bring the divided nation together and inspire a nation to stand behind the Springboks rugby team and cheer them on to a historic victory over New Zealand in the 1995 Rugby World Cup Final. The film is a powerful testament to the power of hope and the importance of forgiveness in the face of struggle.
Duration: 134 min.
