Inspirational and Powerful

Rating: 8/10 (24 December 2009)

This is what I love about Clint Eastwood's films.In my opinion they're not made to be action blockbusters, they're not made to break records in gross revenue; they're made to inspire and educate. "Invictus" tells the story of Nelson Mandela trying to unite an oppressed and divided nation through the South African rugby team. I have to say that the football is not the most engaging piece of work in the film (this is coming from a rugby player and avid rugby fan), but it's the themes derived from this film that make it worth watching. Forget everyone that criticizes Morgan Freeman, he was exceptionally brilliant, one of his best performances to date. The film's title is derived from an old English poem, and it's connection to the film's story only strengthens the true message of one's strength, and him/her fighting for it, to help not only him/herself, but others in the process also.