An Act of Defiance
Watch TrailerApartheid is rampant in South Africa, 1963. When ten men are arrested on a farm in Rivonia for conspiring to commit sabotage and violent acts against the repressive S. African government, tenacious lawyer Bram Fisher steps up to the challenge as lead counsel. He soon finds that political leader Nelson Mandela is also on trial. Mandela urges his fellow defendants to plead not guilty and shine light on the systemic corruption against the African people. As the outcome of the trial looks bleak, Mandela gives his famous "I'm Prepared to Die" speech, discussing how the ANC's resistance is justified. But will Mandela's impassioned speech save these men's lives?
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| Original Title | Bram Fischer |
| Year | 2017 |
| Country | South Africa, Netherlands |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Jean van de Velde |
| Runtime | 124 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.6/10 (13 votes) |
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An Act of Defiance has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.6/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.
Released in 2017, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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