The Last King of Scotland

Name: The Last King of Scotland
Released: 2006-09-27T00:00:00-04:00

R 2006 Drama · 2h 3m

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Young Scottish doctor, Nicholas Garrigan decides it's time for an adventure after he finishes his formal education, so he decides to try his luck in Uganda, and arrives during the downfall of President Obote. General Idi Amin comes to power and asks Garrigan to become his personal doctor.

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Fresh out of medical school, young Scottish doctor Nicholas Garrigan seeks adventure and finds himself in Uganda during a time of political upheaval. When General Idi Amin seizes power, Garrigan's path unexpectedly crosses with the new President. Amin, impressed by Garrigan's medical skills and candor, quickly appoints him as his personal physician. Initially captivated by Amin's charisma and promises of reform, Garrigan becomes increasingly enmeshed in the dictator's inner circle, witnessing firsthand the escalating brutality and paranoia of Amin's regime. As the reality of Amin's rule dawns on him, Garrigan finds himself trapped in a web of deceit and danger, desperately seeking a way out before he becomes another casualty of the President's madness.

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Directed by Kevin Macdonald, The Last King of Scotland boasts a stellar cast. Forest Whitaker delivers an Oscar-winning performance as the charismatic and terrifying Idi Amin, bringing both charm and chilling menace to the role. James McAvoy shines as Nicholas Garrigan, the young doctor whose idealism is gradually eroded by the realities of Amin's Uganda. Simon McBurney portrays British diplomat Stone, while Gillian Anderson appears as Sarah Merrit. Kerry Washington plays Amin's wife, Kay Amin, and David Oyelowo embodies Dr. Junju, a Ugandan doctor.

What people like about The Last King of Scotland

Critics and audiences alike lauded The Last King of Scotland for its powerful performances, particularly Forest Whitaker's portrayal of Idi Amin. Many praised the film's unflinching depiction of Amin's brutal regime, as well as its ability to immerse viewers in the sights and sounds of 1970s Uganda. The film's exploration of the complexities of power and the dangers of unchecked authority was also widely commended.

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Movie Score

74%

Released

January 12, 2006

Director

Kevin Macdonald

Cast

Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy, Simon McBurney, Gillian Anderson, Kerry Washington, David Oyelowo

Genre

Drama

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