Heart Stricken

Rating: 9/10 (27 January 2005)

Hotel Rwanda is one of the best movies of 2004! This story recounts the true story of a Hotel manager who harbors several hundred refugees from a rival tribe during an intense Civil War in Central Africa. Marred by the compelling events, Paul Rusesabagina (played by Don Cheadle) is forced to risk not only his own life, but the lives of family, friends and co workers in his attempt to save the lives of the helpless refugees. Director Terry George does a great job of capturing the gruesome details of this horrific, yet heroic event. Just as splendid is Don Cheadle's portrayal and masterful command of the African dialect.
This movie is a recommend for anyone who has a heart, mind or soul.