Even a star-studded cast could not save this film.

Rating: 2/10 (23 February 2014)

I just could not get into this movie and found it to be quite boring. Maybe there have been too many other slave/oppression movies that had a stronger story and were more visually appealing but it just didn't capture my emotions.
It may have been better when it was released but if you decide to watch it now and have not seen it previously I think you will be disappointed. The reason I decided to watch this was because of the incredible cast including Morgan Freeman, Anthony Hopkins, Djimon Hounsou and Matthew McConaughey. It was surprising that even their talents could not save this movie.
I normally enjoy movies like this and respect the cast immensely but unfortunately on this occasion I think it just missed the mark.