Amazing Grace

  • 2007


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Positive Reviews 55
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Average Rating 3.2/5
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3.5
Apteds unexpected crowd pleaser is inspirational, but also surprisingly entertaining. Av Club
4.5
A workmanlike costumer that distills Blightys long battle for the abolition of slavery and the personalities behind landmark antislavery legislation i .. Variety
4.5
Elsewhere, these anachronisms can be either trite or laughable; theres more Pete Doherty than Byron in the presentation of Wilberforces laudanum addic .. Time Out
3.1
But in a film thats already established its protagonist as a raging, loathsome man, theres no room here for romantic notions of crime.
1.5
If Amazing Grace serves its most superficial purpose to educate the viewer its hardly compelling viewing.
2.5
What makes William Wilberforce a great man is also what makes him a bore: Hes possessed of such intractable single mindedness and confidence in the ri ..
4.4
Its a detailed, affecting biography of one of the great souls who moved humanity forward. San Francisco Chronicle
3.0
Theres so much story here that the characters dont have quite enough room to breathe, but its still a fascinating look at a time, and a man, worth rem ..
5.0
An inspiring drama directed by Michael Apted about a zealous abolitionist in eighteenth century England who models for us a moral heroism. Spirituality And Practice
3.2
Though its not as inspiring as its makers might have wished, its a solid, respectful treatment of a significant episode in the anti slavery movement. One Guys Opinion
3.1
Gruffudd, perhaps best known to mainstream movie goers as Reed Richards from The Fantastic Four, is permitted the opportunity to do more acting than i .. ReelViews
3.8
does an admirable job of streamlining a story that unfolds over the course of 20 years. Meanwhile, Apted allows his fine cast the breathing room to ma .. Tv Guide
4.2
Amazing Grace is an important historical drama that comes out at a good time for movie goers who want high quality, thought provoking entertainment.
4.5
It is one of the worlds great songs, and now it has a worthy movie to go with it. Lariat
3.5
As a period piece, its remarkably detailed, smartly written, and likably acted. Eric Ds Nider
3.5
Most viewers will be intrigued by the twisty historical tale, seeing it as a complex character study that never quite overcomes its TV movie tone. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
The focus on Wilberforces ailing body seems a peculiar, not to say amazing, displacement of affliction. Pop Matters
4.0
Impressively directed, politically relevant and occasionally inspirational, this is an enjoyable, engaging drama with strong performances from its tal .. View London
4.5
Michael Apted channels history, but Grace is amazing for the modern sensibilities of its 18th century saints. Film Journal International ..
3.1
Its clear that the filmmakers believe a movie about political debate has to have a lot of speechifying. Consequently, its so talky that it gradually l .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.5
Its a doughty movie, stuck halfway between Masterpiece Theatre and Classics Illustrated, but, to his credit, gifted journeyman director Michael Apted .. Boston
4.0
He maynt be a great artist, but hes undeniably a great craftsman, who can deliver a solid movie with a beautifully studied (but never slow) pace. Mountain X
2.5
It is to be hoped that Amazing Grace is not the only, or the last, cinematic celebration of 200th anniversary of abolition, for there are more stories .. Toronto Star
3.2
Based on the true story of one mans crusade to end slavery in 18th century Great Britain, Michael Apteds film is a conventional social injustice drama .. Emanuellevy
2.0
Alas, the subject matter is far more interesting than the execution... Its a film bogged down with staid dialogue that reeks of horse manure. Flim List
1.5
While there is plenty to hold our interest in William Wilberforces noble battle to abolish slavery in 18th Century Britain, as a film, Amazing Grace i ..
1.5
However, that doesnt mean home burglaries are a thing of the past. Observer
2.8
Its full of extensively researched details, doesnt go off on fictional tangents, is morally upstanding, contains no extraneous Schindlers List y expli .. Movies
3.0
Accessibility is one of the movies virtues: without dumbing down, it makes the workings of Parliament seem as gripping as a good suspense thriller. Bbc
4.0
Director Michael Apted and his team understand the challenges of this kind of story and have met them with intelligence and energy. has managed to be .. Calendar Live
3.1
Blending period drama with message driven political wrangling, Amazing Grace is as earnest and well intentioned as it is unsurprising. Hollywood
4.2
As it plays, the movie establishes the horror of slavery, but it doesnt keep rubbing our faces in it. Seattle Pi
3.5
A good film editor could have made this 111 minute effort into an entertaining, tight 90 minute film, without losing any of the story or suspense. Tony Medley
1.5
The whole thing feels a bit smug and complacent, as if having a worthwhile subject were the only requirement for making a worthwhile film, and Apted d .. Pajiba
3.0
Gruffudd and the amazing cast give performances that would make this film more useful in teaching drama school than in teaching social studies.
2.0
Theres a lot of good intentions behind Amazing Grace, but the movies a bore, swirling into the minutia of antiquated British law. 7M Pictures
3.0
TV in vision, structure and execution. To think feature film as a delivery vehicle for it is more ambitious than this telling of a worthy, under appre .. Varia Gate
3.0
A fascinating story, a great cast, but average in its presentation. Nz Herald
4.4
A well told cinematic example of a man who used his faith and God given opportunities to change the world for good. Christianity Today
4.4
Excellent (3.5 stars) Rated PG for mild epithets and mature themes involving slavery. News Blaze
5.0
an intelligent film about serious thinkers and their ideas, and its director Michael Apteds spare, incisive vison that prevents the film from becoming .. Killer Movie Reviews
2.5
A lot of its faults stems from the fact that the film is full of generic biopic story devices, which in turn creates a dull and predictable experience .. Matts Movie Reviews
3.1
This may not be the most well told story, but its one worth telling. Big Picture Big Sound
3.8
The film ultimately tells a powerful and little known historical tale. Js Online
3.1
Director Michael Apted tells the story with dry devotion to parliamentary procedurals and a worshipful approach to Wilberforce. But Gruffudd lacks the .. Chron
2.0
A decent cast under Michael Apteds direction does its best, but its dull, naive and dramatically inert. Film Guardian
1.5
Our founding crew of statesmen and intellectuals were no less gifted than Pitt and Wilberforce, but..here isnt a single good movie devoted to their ef .. Film Guardian
2.0
Its a good story, but director Michael Apted cant help but fall into the usual cinematic habits of the hagiographic species. Or Lando Weekly
4.5
Screenwriter Steven Knight gracefully articulates the many domestic and international forces at work. Chicago Reader
3.0
The movie emerges in the end as a stirring and cover your ears, kids educational ode to the political power an individual with a cause can inflict on .. Jam! Movies
1.9
Im sure Apted meant well, but Amazing Grace comes across as a surprisingly graceless biopic narrowed down to one white mans uncomfortable burden. Denver Post
2.0
The movie is successful in one respect: It proves that 23 is some bad ass number, indeed.The story of William Wilberforces exhausting, twenty year str .. Ny Mag
3.5
Amazing Grace marks an unforgettable and regrettable time in world history while highlighting a few who valiantly set out to right the wrongs. Review Express
4.5
All the elements work harmoniously together: beautiful settings, an extremely talented cast who bring the characters to life, gorgeous costuming and a .. TheMovieChicks.com
3.5
Amazing Grace is the stuff of great lessons and inspiration and hope, and if its all delivered with a bit too much moral push, well, moral push appare .. Detroit News
4.0
It is a moving and engrossing story about well meaning real life people out to right one of historys great wrongs. Movies Ign
4.2
Inspiring drama of how one man can make a huge difference in the fight against the importation of slaves in Britain. Compuserve
3.1
But the problem here is in whittling an epic tale down to less than two hours. Seattle Times
3.0
Amazing Grace may not accomplish the depth of poignancy inherent in its subject, but its a steady effort. 2 The Advocate
3.8
Steven Knight has enlivened what might have been workmanlike, spiced the romance with wit, spiked the period piece punch with pizzazz. Looking Closer
4.5
This is overstating the case, the British abolitionists undoubted courage notwithstanding. World Socialist Web Site
3.5
Whod have thought that the most compelling and thoughtful film to be presented during Black History Month would be a formal British import set in 18th .. Brandon Fibbs
3.8
Perhaps more Masterpiece Theatre than motion picture, Amazing Grace nevertheless tells a story thats compelling enough to compensate for the occasiona ..
3.8
Although the film does skirt the edge of preachiness at times, you certainly cant argue with the basic human decency that its preaching. Madison
1.5
In a year that offers the occasion for a deeper and richer look at British slavery and abolition, it is a pity that artists of the caliber of Michael .. Ny Books
3.8
The film is inspiring. When Wilberforce finally achieves victory, Lord Fox makes a speech, in which the opening words, sadly, still ring true today: W .. Sun Times
3.2
History purists will find the details enchanting, period drama fanatics will adore the arms length posture of the piece, and the true life tale is one .. English Oh My News
4.5
Dont shy away for fear of a dry bit of educational cinema; Amazing Grace is a well told and very human story. Democratand Chronicle
0.5
They originate in Jack Gratuss 1973 Monthly Review book The Great White Lie: Slavery, Emancipation and Changing Racial Attitudes, a necessary correcti .. Louis Proyect Word Press
1.5
The story of the genesis of this most beloved of spirituals does seem flimsily tacked on, but as an occasion for Finneys inspired growling, one isnt i .. Style Weekly
2.5
Im not sure what was a bigger problem for me, though that the story jumped around so much, or that the tone did, too. Reelz Channel
3.1
Climax is a groundswell of tear inducing virtue that ultimately leaves Grace on a high, if not amazing, note. Auf Muth
3.5
If you seek a movie that is uplifting, enlightening and ennobling, then Grace is for you. Access Atlanta
3.5
Apted directs with a firm hand and the film has been gorgeously shot by Remi Adefarasin. The large cast is generally good, with Gruffudd serving as th .. Murphys Movie Reviews
2.8
While the subject matter is ripe for investigation, the film isnt quite up to the challenge. Film Fest
2.0
Gruffudds Wilberforce lacks charisma and the House of Commons scenes are interminable. Worthy shouldnt mean dull. What a waste. thelondonpaper



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