Invictus
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: December 11, 2009
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ReviewCriticJan 23, 2012
An excellent movie, with excellent performances, both by Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon. I liked this movie, and I don't even like rugby. A good sports movie.
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Longo12Feb 3, 2014
I think the acting in this movie from Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon really save this movie for me. It isn't a bad movie at all but it certainly could have been better. I don't have too much of a knowledge on the actual history (or rugby even)I think the acting in this movie from Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon really save this movie for me. It isn't a bad movie at all but it certainly could have been better. I don't have too much of a knowledge on the actual history (or rugby even) and I didn't feel like I finished the movie with much more than I started with, which is kind of disappointing.… Expand
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RossWMay 17, 2010
Excellent movie. Well done!
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NikkoC.Feb 15, 2010
WOW!! Clint Eastwood's incomparable thirst for willful ignorance strikes again.... The real heroes of the 1995 world cup final were and always will be the All Blacks.... So much pressure (the only thing clint does get right) was indeed WOW!! Clint Eastwood's incomparable thirst for willful ignorance strikes again.... The real heroes of the 1995 world cup final were and always will be the All Blacks.... So much pressure (the only thing clint does get right) was indeed on mandela and the south africans that the heirachy of the SARFU and some government officials conspired to poison the all black rugby team. The food (at an 'event' organised for the team) was poisoned by a lady calling herself 'Suzie' - this is fact. To this day AB's coach Laurie Mains is haunted and bitter about it. Look at any footage of the game and you can see how ill the team was - jeff wilson visibly throwing up on the field as were others etc etc etc.... Lomu looked fine? He was..... he did not eat the dinner. But 12 of the team did. Yet somehow, courageously, the New Zealanders survived almost 100 minutes of rugby, away from home, in front of a crowd that only a decade earlier had not allowed Maori or people of colour to play for the all blacks in their country because they are hateful racists...and almost won it in extra time. Trust an american fool to see the story he would like to be true - and then make it as it suited him. When asked by a kiwi interviewer about this, clint interrupted and said, and I quote, "I have never even heard of this..... Iand suppose pigs are flying around the moon...".... What!!!??? He is not only a denier, but he had not even heard of it? That is appalling. It is general knowledge, unless you are, like a crooked cop, finding the evidence to suit the story you have in your head. I am genuinely disgusted. What else didn't happen Clint? The holocaust? Slavery? Hang your head old man.… Expand
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JasonJ.Jan 26, 2010
They cheated and gave the All Blicks food posening. Shame on Cint for making such an untruth. its like making a movies where the enigma code was cracked by the yanks in WW2.
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BillyS.Dec 15, 2009
If anyone cared about rugby, Invictus might just be a decent sports film, instead we the greatest African-American actor alive today pretending to be Nelson Mandella wholly on his slight resemblence of him. Morgan Freeman is Morgan Freeman If anyone cared about rugby, Invictus might just be a decent sports film, instead we the greatest African-American actor alive today pretending to be Nelson Mandella wholly on his slight resemblence of him. Morgan Freeman is Morgan Freeman in Invictus, no make-up, no accent, just Morgan Freeman and his heavenly voice reading scripted lines intending to make us believe he is Mandella. He didn't, not for me anyway. A big disappointment after such high hopes.… Expand
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CameronL.Dec 24, 2009
Good movie, but something about it holds it back from reaching its full potential. A lot of people have said that it was too embellished...but my problem is that it lacks movie magic. The musical score couldn't keep up with the emotion Good movie, but something about it holds it back from reaching its full potential. A lot of people have said that it was too embellished...but my problem is that it lacks movie magic. The musical score couldn't keep up with the emotion that the film should've been evoking. The editing was choppy and I kept finding myself lost. On top of that, I still don't really understand what happened. There was sooooo much fluff, but nothing about nothing about the rules of rugby or how the playoffs work. When the movie ended I still thought they were supposed to play England. Basically, if you know what happens you can enjoy it and if you know how rugby is played you will enjoy it, but the rest of the audience (aka the majority) is extremely alienated. Too bad because every part of this project had potential except Matt Damon.… Expand
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kgm.Dec 25, 2009
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ms33Oct 26, 2010
Just reread William Ernest Henley's poem Invictus. Earnest indeed. It makes me think that the movie could just as well have been title Dickhead. I know that's unseemly but it does seem true.
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KaydenOct 31, 2010
This is a great movie! Anyone and I mean ANYONE who thinks that is not a powerful story about overcoming racial barriers are completely close minded. I am a white male in my middle age and this is the kind of thing we should be teaching ourThis is a great movie! Anyone and I mean ANYONE who thinks that is not a powerful story about overcoming racial barriers are completely close minded. I am a white male in my middle age and this is the kind of thing we should be teaching our children! Learn from it, grow from it and for god sakes change your pov!… Expand
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YOLONov 26, 2011
Confusingly and utterly dry and boring through most of the movie. Morgan Freeman does an excellent job as Nelson Mandela but Invictus fails to capture any passion or emotion at all feeling dead and boring the entire way through.
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MargiVAug 17, 2022
Bit superficial, but it wasn't a problem, it rose above it!

Felt rushed and some things were left unspoken, such as the airplane thing or the kid with the bag, like he was carrying a bomb, but it was a beautiful inspirational movie, evenBit superficial, but it wasn't a problem, it rose above it!

Felt rushed and some things were left unspoken, such as the airplane thing or the kid with the bag, like he was carrying a bomb, but it was a beautiful inspirational movie, even broke a tear here and there. Loved the idea! Great quote material, great original songs. As for the nominations: Morgan's definitely worthy, I haven't seen the rest of the nominees performances, I can't say yet if he deserved the Oscar yet, but I will say when I'll watch the winner; Damon's wasn't deserved, too brief and "natural" performance to be up there, but the movie deserved a best director and best picture nomination at least, in my opinion! We need more movies like this! Peace!… Expand
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JamesBApr 6, 2010
Clint Eastwood is a legend on and off the screen.
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TonyNJan 1, 2010
How could a movie about such an inspiring subject be so uninspiring? I'm not sure what critics and others are smoking, but I think the only reason this movie has received such good reviews is because Clint Eastwood directed it. I think How could a movie about such an inspiring subject be so uninspiring? I'm not sure what critics and others are smoking, but I think the only reason this movie has received such good reviews is because Clint Eastwood directed it. I think the actors did whatever they could to save the movie (Morgan Freeman was great, and Matt Damon did the best he could to act despite his character being highly underdeveloped), but ultimately Clint gave them no chance to shine or show the true depth of their characters. Overall, this movie had no dramatic elements to it, and it was very boring. Also, the rugby scenes were terrible and didn't really show the intensity of the sport at all. Way to jack this one up, Clint.… Expand
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CalumWFeb 22, 2010
This film was one of those films that made you wish, gee, I think that could've been better. However, Eastwood does direct beautifully in the lead up to the Final. Here, I will say only one thing : It doesn't matter if the NZ team This film was one of those films that made you wish, gee, I think that could've been better. However, Eastwood does direct beautifully in the lead up to the Final. Here, I will say only one thing : It doesn't matter if the NZ team had food poisoning, what mattered, was they didn't win on the day. They acknowledged that. It would be unfair to say that it wasn't a real victory. They lost, and you can't change the past. Fat is fact, and with the wonderful performance by Freeman, I believe Eastwood captures the moment as it was, and forever will be.… Expand
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DonnieBApr 3, 2010
(disappointed sigh) It is difficult to review these movies because if you say anything bad about a movie on racism, you are deemed a racist. I am not caucasian so I say this with all love of races in mind, this movie was terrible! The only (disappointed sigh) It is difficult to review these movies because if you say anything bad about a movie on racism, you are deemed a racist. I am not caucasian so I say this with all love of races in mind, this movie was terrible! The only bright spot was Morgan Freeman's performance as the president. He did phenominal! The movie was boring and the conflicts disapeared halfway throught the movie with no explanation. Nothing ever really changed on the Barney kids' (soccor team) part, but everyone celebrated as if something changed. They would extablish character traits and plot points that never paid off. Remember, I am not a racist, I just know that this movie was awful!… Expand
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HomerS.Jun 7, 2010
Donnie B- YOU ARE A RACIST!!!! Nah i'm just kidding its your opinion. I thought this was a good movie. Nothing fantastic, but good. I think a few details that should've been explained weren't (ex. They never explained how Donnie B- YOU ARE A RACIST!!!! Nah i'm just kidding its your opinion. I thought this was a good movie. Nothing fantastic, but good. I think a few details that should've been explained weren't (ex. They never explained how Mandella gained the loyalty of the African's. Other than that, it was good.… Expand
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PaulG.Dec 17, 2009
Eastwood Damon and the incomparable Mr Freeman , succeed royaly in creating a glimpse into the majesty of the man whose humility changed a Nation and the world and surprisingly had me really into the rugby games too! Fantastic movie! Really Eastwood Damon and the incomparable Mr Freeman , succeed royaly in creating a glimpse into the majesty of the man whose humility changed a Nation and the world and surprisingly had me really into the rugby games too! Fantastic movie! Really Heartfelt and genuinely moving!… Expand
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KabirKJan 5, 2010
The film did very little to educate us on the history of Mandela, and apartheid (it assumed the audience would know that already), and the performances were one-dimensional. I felt Damon and even Freeman to an extent were trying so hard to The film did very little to educate us on the history of Mandela, and apartheid (it assumed the audience would know that already), and the performances were one-dimensional. I felt Damon and even Freeman to an extent were trying so hard to pull off the right accent, that the performance did not come through. I only wonder how many overdubs they had to do with the accents, but even so the performances were boring and there was hardly ANY real conflict shown. Visually underwhelming, and surprisingly amateur in its execution. I had high hopes and an open mind, but left feeling cheated and not entertained.… Expand
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KenGJan 7, 2010
Works better as an interesting history lesson, and a glimpse of the greatness that is Nelson Mandela, than it does as a sports movie, or than it does as an inspiring/poignant/feel good story. Morgan Freeman is excellent. Matt Damon is merely ok.
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EggyG.Feb 1, 2010
Grandious epic on leadership and humanity. Very inspiring, uplifting, dramatic...just incredible. Old champ Clint Eastwood is just getting better and better.
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CaptainObviousFeb 3, 2010
A ham-fisted, Disneyfied, plodding, schmaltzy attempt at a film. The rugby scenes were very poorly done and lacked any excitement. 2 stars out of ten for the efforts from Freeman and Damon in the face of a terrible script and directing. Yes, A ham-fisted, Disneyfied, plodding, schmaltzy attempt at a film. The rugby scenes were very poorly done and lacked any excitement. 2 stars out of ten for the efforts from Freeman and Damon in the face of a terrible script and directing. Yes, we all got the message because the film was completely lacking in any sort of accuracy or subtlety. "Yay! Everyone's friends again. Kumbayah!"… Expand
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DecMFeb 4, 2010
Very disappointing, no real tension in the film, glossed over the facts of the time in South Africa. Freeman was made for this role, but Damon did not stand out at all. Really expected a more rousing performance, no stand out speech or team Very disappointing, no real tension in the film, glossed over the facts of the time in South Africa. Freeman was made for this role, but Damon did not stand out at all. Really expected a more rousing performance, no stand out speech or team boosting outbursts. The actual games looked terrible as with the stadium, Eastwood shouldn't do sport, particularily sport he doesn't know. Think this was too much aimed at an American audience that knows nothing about South Africa or rugby.… Expand
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MarkIJun 18, 2010
Enjoyable sports/historical drama set in South Africa immediately following Nelson Mandela becoming president. Wish I understood rugby better.
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AlanS.Dec 18, 2009
As others have said -- well done and entertaining. A pleasant surprise, and meaty too.
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FilipeM.Jan 11, 2010
This movie is just boring for people that didn't get its message. It shows how sports and leadership can reunite people historically separated; we can see that in the final scenes, when South Africa wins the match and everyone forgot This movie is just boring for people that didn't get its message. It shows how sports and leadership can reunite people historically separated; we can see that in the final scenes, when South Africa wins the match and everyone forgot about the other person's color and just accepted, even if it was just for that moment. And also, the performances by Freeman and Damon and Eastwood's direction were absolutely outstanding.… Expand
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JoeyK.Jan 1, 2010
Fascinating, inspiring and (if you're tragically uninformed about the actual history, like myself) suspenseful.
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JuneH.Jan 23, 2010
Very inspiring.
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ScottS.Jan 27, 2010
Excellent, moving yet understated look at a remarkable man and his bravery. Go see it.
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DanielP.Jan 27, 2010
Superb acting, deeply touching story, well-told. Loved the raw feel of the film, almost like and Indy from Sundance.
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FrankO.Dec 12, 2009
Saw this film last night and reveled in its simplicity but also powerful message. Morgan Freeman should be nominated for Best Actor Oscar. I enjoyed the subplot of black/white security guards learning how to get along.
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ChadS.Dec 12, 2009
The cooler head prevails, so the Springboks retain their name, their emblem and colors, and the baggage of their apartheid affiliated past that goes along with it all. Free at last, during a town hall meeting, the National Sports Council has The cooler head prevails, so the Springboks retain their name, their emblem and colors, and the baggage of their apartheid affiliated past that goes along with it all. Free at last, during a town hall meeting, the National Sports Council has payback on its agenda, but President Mandela(Morgan Freeman) urges the recently emancipated members to reconsider its kneejerk reaction, "and surprise them(the Afrikaaners) with compassion, restraint, and generosity." The filmmaker then shrewdly cuts to the vehicle containing a triumphant Mandela and his aide, celebrating the narrow margin of victory in favor of the Springboks' continuing survival as a national sporting enterprise. With his speech of showing compassion toward the Afrikaaners, Mandela creates two factions: those who are in a forgiving mood, and those who are not, and if the filmmaker stayed in that decision room, the imagined dialogue between both factions would give the moviegoer a more rounded picture of South Africa's black constituency. According to "Invictus", all it took was a Mandela-run p.r. campaign, in which the Springboks held rugby clinics in shanty towns, that convinced the native population to cheer on their former oppressors, a team composed primarily of Afrikaaners. The native blacks are painted as being naive, or worse, simple-minded. For instance, Eunice(Sibongile Nojila), the Pienaars' housekeeper, asks Francois(Matt Damon) to relay a message for President Mandela that makes her sound like a bright child. And then her face lights up like a child's, late in the film, when it dawns on the maid that the extra ticket for the country's match against New Zealand, is indeed, for her. While Mandela had already made peace with the country's apartheid past, a majority of his people probably wasn't, and that's what "Invictus" neglects to show.… Expand
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HowardP.Dec 15, 2009
Agree with Miami Herald review. Yes...boring is a word that comes to mind. It's a real Ambien of a movie....virtually tension-free. The Saturday night audience I saw it with in Manhattan seemed asleep.
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TylerR.Dec 15, 2009
While is by no means perfect, it exudes the same warmth expected from such an uplifting tale. In particular, Freeman and Damon give outstanding performances. Freeman's depiction of Mandela is so good that I often forgot this was a While is by no means perfect, it exudes the same warmth expected from such an uplifting tale. In particular, Freeman and Damon give outstanding performances. Freeman's depiction of Mandela is so good that I often forgot this was a portrayal by an actor.… Expand
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NickB.Dec 20, 2009
I think what at least some of the user commentors are confusing, is the story with the film. It's a fantastic story, and a much much much less than fantastic movie.
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GiulioFFeb 28, 2010
Great movie, maybe not everything is true, but its captivating, touching, and really interesting. Acting is almost perfect and directing is really good. It kept me without any distraction, I couldn't think of anything different from the film.
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BrentPApr 18, 2010
The well delivered message of tolerance and acceptance is reason enough to see the film. It film style feels foreign, which makes it all the more intriguing. I recommend watching on Blu-Ray or DVD.
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MyselfDec 11, 2009
Very pointless. That's all.
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AlisonM.Dec 12, 2009
Best movie of the holiday season ... you might actually learn something, too. Morgan Freeman's understated portrayal of Mandela is sensational. We see the man, his flaws and his pain.
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ChristopherK.Dec 12, 2009
Once again, Clint Eastwood means to impart some wisdom to his audience, this with a story where everything went right for once! Nelson Mandela demonstrated what Jesus meant when he said by faith you will move moiuntains. Mandela (Freeman) Once again, Clint Eastwood means to impart some wisdom to his audience, this with a story where everything went right for once! Nelson Mandela demonstrated what Jesus meant when he said by faith you will move moiuntains. Mandela (Freeman) does move mountains and even molehills of predudice through his backing of the country's all-white soccer team and his belief in putting the past where it belongs - (behind us). This film is a meditation on what it means to be human. Several lumps in your throut, multiple tears in your eye, numerous chuckles, one big smile on your face at the end. Best film of 2009.… Expand
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JoshH.Dec 12, 2009
Great movie, great subject and great cast.
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RaymondDec 14, 2009
One of the best Sport movies of this decade. It also provides a rare glimpse into how rugby was used to unite a nation. Definitely worth a watch.
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TrevorS.Dec 14, 2009
I was 16 when the Springboks played New Zealand in the World Cup. Absolutely Awesome movie. America you have to watch this one.
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billytDec 15, 2009
BORING at best. You know you have seen a good movie when hours or even days you catch yourself thinking about some aspect of the movie. For me I was actually looking at my watch hopeing it would end SOON. Other than writing this and maybe BORING at best. You know you have seen a good movie when hours or even days you catch yourself thinking about some aspect of the movie. For me I was actually looking at my watch hopeing it would end SOON. Other than writing this and maybe telling co-workers to save their money, I will never think of this movie again. well maybe to kick myself for wasting my hard earned money. good for a rental movie....by yourself.… Expand
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DarrenK.Dec 21, 2009
I actually have to wonder if I was watching the same movie as A. O. Scott and Kenneth Turan. The version I saw seemed like a bad rough cut of a movie. The pacing was terrible, the cuts were repetitive and interminable. In the last seen for I actually have to wonder if I was watching the same movie as A. O. Scott and Kenneth Turan. The version I saw seemed like a bad rough cut of a movie. The pacing was terrible, the cuts were repetitive and interminable. In the last seen for example, Eastwood cut at least 40 times to different groups of people watching the final match. Not only was this tedious, but it sucked any emotion out of the scene. I was literally rolling my eyes half way through it, Overall, Freeman was fine, but he could do this character in his sleep. There was no real depth to Mandela other than a few throwaways about his lack of relations with his family. Damon did a good job with a tricky accent, but the character was a dud, with no development. In this film Eastwood strongly tends towards the obvious and pedantic (just like Million Dollar Baby and Gran Torino) but obviously he has charmed the critics. Good for him, not so much for us.… Expand
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RobertDec 22, 2009
Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon both give Oscar worthy performances in this masterpiece of a film. Clint Eastwood was able to bring light to subjects that tend to be ignored and was able to get two leading men to play roles many have not seen Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon both give Oscar worthy performances in this masterpiece of a film. Clint Eastwood was able to bring light to subjects that tend to be ignored and was able to get two leading men to play roles many have not seen since Ghandi.… Expand
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PatHDec 12, 2009
Bottom line is that everything besides Morgan Freeman's acting is average to awful. Matt Damon doesn't do a terrible job, but his character is utterly boring. The lines fail in their attempt to evoke emotions and are often cheesy. Bottom line is that everything besides Morgan Freeman's acting is average to awful. Matt Damon doesn't do a terrible job, but his character is utterly boring. The lines fail in their attempt to evoke emotions and are often cheesy. The movie often brings up certain information, such as Mandela's separation from his wife and family or him collapsing from exhaustion at one point, only once or twice and never goes in depth into any of it. The rugby stadium is so obviously fake that it should make you laugh. In general, the movie just didn't convince me that a rugby team could just singlehandedly unite a nation, probably because it can't.… Expand
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KoosPDec 16, 2009
Pretty good movie!! historically very correct! And even as a South African, you are oblivious of a lot of this going on in your country.. I was ashamed how people were treated.. but.. we shal prevail!
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PicbelDec 18, 2009
The film is, in my opinion, an accurate depiction of the world cup and took me back to the euphoria and celebrations. One scene I really liked was the little street child listening in on the match with the cops. It got so many things right The film is, in my opinion, an accurate depiction of the world cup and took me back to the euphoria and celebrations. One scene I really liked was the little street child listening in on the match with the cops. It got so many things right and painted everyone in a positive light - a true gem and uplifting experience. Well done, Mr. Eastwood… Expand
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DWillyDec 19, 2009
Worth seeing, but dissappointing. The historical truth of the story gives the movie heft way beyond what's actually on the screen; and many, many opportunities for something much more impactful are missed, whether it's big Worth seeing, but dissappointing. The historical truth of the story gives the movie heft way beyond what's actually on the screen; and many, many opportunities for something much more impactful are missed, whether it's big political stuff or just effective sport movie zing. Especially surprising is how flat Matt Damon is. He perhaps revealed something of the reason on a talk show when he said that he once asked Clint Eastwood if they could try another take and he responded with: "Why? So you can waste everyone's time?" You can see how little Eastwood knows about acting from how he consistently casts unforgivably bad performers in supporting roles. Still, the setting is great, Morgan Freeman is solid and, again, that story and the real man portrayed in it are amazing.… Expand
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EnzoP.Dec 21, 2009
Invictus has to be the best sports movie of the year, it's hard not to like the film with its great actors and inspiring story. I saw it on a boring Monday afternoon with a friend who was playing doodle jump on his Ipod Touch (fun game Invictus has to be the best sports movie of the year, it's hard not to like the film with its great actors and inspiring story. I saw it on a boring Monday afternoon with a friend who was playing doodle jump on his Ipod Touch (fun game I recommend it) most of the time but he still liked the parts of the movie that he actually watched. I wasn't expecting the rating I gave it especially because from the critics only one gave it 100. When the movie was over I wasn't sure whether to give this movie a 9 or 10. It would either be close to a 10 but not quite there or a 10 that just made it. So I chose 10 just because of thinking about the errors of the movie. Not many but the reason why it was so close was because most aspects of the film were good not great. For example the big stars in this movie were Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon. The both acted good not great because it wasn't that hard of a role to act in. Sure Morgan Freeman had to change his voice and I give him credit for that but what was so hard about Matt's character. All he had to do was gain muscles that he already has. After thinking about this film I don't think their were any errors really just most of the aspects of the movie were just good. The are many things I admire about this movie but one of them truly stands out. That is that there is not a lot to hate about this movie. I mean I am still trying to think of something stupid about this film. There is nothing and I am not sure why people did not like this movie. Overall great film take my word for it see this movie it is freakin awesome.… Expand
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michaeld.Dec 23, 2009
I have to say i thought this was just about the most conservative and reactionary take on mandela that i can imagine. mandela, a true revolutionary hero, is characterized as someone whose supreme accomplishment is to support a nearly I have to say i thought this was just about the most conservative and reactionary take on mandela that i can imagine. mandela, a true revolutionary hero, is characterized as someone whose supreme accomplishment is to support a nearly all-white rugby team. i don't like the message of this movie. this sort of politics is why south Africa with all its resources, even after revolution, is still owned by foreign multinationals, and the people are dirt poor. i expected more of mr. eastwood, very glib and empty movie on nelson mandela.… Expand
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PatG.Dec 25, 2009
I agree with Tyler R. and Christopher K. Though I have no interest at all in sports, I loved this movie. It is touching and fascinating in many ways. A tad too long, yes, but it moved me. And it demonstrates how a mature and wise leader will I agree with Tyler R. and Christopher K. Though I have no interest at all in sports, I loved this movie. It is touching and fascinating in many ways. A tad too long, yes, but it moved me. And it demonstrates how a mature and wise leader will think and behave.… Expand
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markAug 16, 2010
It's inspiring to see that having spent a life in prison, a noble, coloured person could rule with such dignity and respect for his captors. This would be a great movie except for 1 major flaw; it's hard to believe that the escapee characterIt's inspiring to see that having spent a life in prison, a noble, coloured person could rule with such dignity and respect for his captors. This would be a great movie except for 1 major flaw; it's hard to believe that the escapee character played byTim Robbins in the prequel "The Shawshank Redemption" could become an international rugby player without attracting the attention of the criminal authorities. And in the original movie, they fled to Mexico; not South Africa.
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god-amaterasuJul 22, 2012
Un bel film, senza dubbio. Morgan Freeman e Matt Damon sono fantastici, specialmente il primo, che impersona Nelson Mandela come nessuno avrebbe saputo fare meglio. Leggermente noioso in alcuni frangenti.
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beelzie14Jun 26, 2011
Good film overall but the rugby sequences are piss poor. They actually manage to make Jonah Lomu look small (compared to his actual size) and the story is very Hollywood, and a bit far removed from what actually happened behind the scenes.Good film overall but the rugby sequences are piss poor. They actually manage to make Jonah Lomu look small (compared to his actual size) and the story is very Hollywood, and a bit far removed from what actually happened behind the scenes. However - the message of David vs Goliath is aptly portrayed in a good enough fashion.

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J-ShapAug 28, 2011
Ultimately surrenders the depth and conflict of South African race relations to a sports game, which is disappointing given the performances by Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman, and the direction by Clint Eastwood.
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TyranianApr 10, 2019
Invictus has pretty good acting but you have to be a diehard rugby fan to find this very interesting.
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Critic2012May 11, 2012
Clint Eastwood dramatizes the true story of Nelson Mandela's unique method of uniting his country- through a South African team's victory in Rugby's World Cup. Brilliant performances by Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman, masterfully directed byClint Eastwood dramatizes the true story of Nelson Mandela's unique method of uniting his country- through a South African team's victory in Rugby's World Cup. Brilliant performances by Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman, masterfully directed by Clint Eastwood. Superb.… Expand
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csw12Mar 4, 2014
A movie meant to inspire but has very little. While the performances were above par, the choppy editing and clumsy ending stop it from becoming emotionally gripping.
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JuanoloApr 1, 2012
First off, this is a 9.75 out of 10. Near perfection. Story is remarkable. A great true story. Acting is Really good. Morgan Freeman is always good, and Matt Damon gives one of his best performances. I think they both got screwed. Seriously,First off, this is a 9.75 out of 10. Near perfection. Story is remarkable. A great true story. Acting is Really good. Morgan Freeman is always good, and Matt Damon gives one of his best performances. I think they both got screwed. Seriously, Morgan had some competition, but honestly Matt had no competition. Score is also pretty good. Overall, this is a remarkable true story, and one of the best sports movie. Everyone should go, and watch this movie.… Expand
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MonsieurEamesNov 4, 2012
"Invictus" is a very overrated film. There's nothing special about Freeman's performance, and many scenes drag on and are ultimately pointless in the context of the story. Matt Damon is the lone bright spot, but even his performance could"Invictus" is a very overrated film. There's nothing special about Freeman's performance, and many scenes drag on and are ultimately pointless in the context of the story. Matt Damon is the lone bright spot, but even his performance could have been more furbished.… Expand
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SpangleJun 5, 2015
I had heard a lot of negativity about this one coming into my viewing of it from those close to me, so my expectations were quite tempered. Yet, I came away quite pleased. The film is as powerful and stirring as it should be given the subjectI had heard a lot of negativity about this one coming into my viewing of it from those close to me, so my expectations were quite tempered. Yet, I came away quite pleased. The film is as powerful and stirring as it should be given the subject matter and I thought that material was handled gracefully by the sure handed Clint Eastwood. Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon were both impeccable as Mandela and Pienaar, respectively. A film that shows that genius behind Mandela's pushing of success in the 1995 Rugby World Cup for South Africa and how he used it to unite a long divided nation, this one serves as a very good history lesson for those who are unfamiliar with the story and serves as great entertainment as well. Overall, Invictus is a very good historical sports film with fantastic performances that really make the film. You can really feel the tension throughout and it all culminates beautifully at the end. The only thing that makes this one better is that it's true. All-around good film.… Expand
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YoursTrulyNov 13, 2012
Good, but could have been so much better. Morgan Freeman was shining as Nelson Mandela. Unfortunately, this performance was wasted on what turned into a typical, cliched sports movie. I understand that there was more to the story than theGood, but could have been so much better. Morgan Freeman was shining as Nelson Mandela. Unfortunately, this performance was wasted on what turned into a typical, cliched sports movie. I understand that there was more to the story than the rugby team. But none of that emerged. It was simply mentioned while we watched Matt Damon and company go through the ups and downs of winning and losing games. The strong acting saves Invictus from being a huge and total disappointment.… Expand
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cheeseberger11Sep 3, 2013
Invictus is a movie about inspiration, leadership and overcoming adversity on so many levels. Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman played their parts excellently, even with the accents. The plot and script were both very well written. Even the 10Invictus is a movie about inspiration, leadership and overcoming adversity on so many levels. Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman played their parts excellently, even with the accents. The plot and script were both very well written. Even the 10 minute rugby scene had me on the edge of my seat.… Expand
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MovieGuysJan 5, 2014
A very endearing movie, and very moving. With the recent death of Nelson Mandela, it's nice to see a very accurate portrayal (by Mr. Freeman), and a feel-good movie about teamwork and country pride.
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RayzorMooseNov 16, 2013
Invictus is invigorating.
Great acting, good script, nice directing, and all in all a history lesson. Invictus is an extremely well crafted piece that will be cherished for years to come.
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lukechristianscOct 17, 2014
Morgan Freeman has been starring in Clint Eastwood in many films like( Unforgiven , Million Dollar Baby) and yet stars again in another film by clint eastwood. But in this film Freeman is at the top his game in playing nelson mandela aMorgan Freeman has been starring in Clint Eastwood in many films like( Unforgiven , Million Dollar Baby) and yet stars again in another film by clint eastwood. But in this film Freeman is at the top his game in playing nelson mandela a role that he was born to play an order to honor Mandela. All though i never thought that Eastwood's soccer film is not not over ratted its a crowd pleaser. the fact that it is based on a true story its touching ,epic , powerful. the acting is good , the cast is good whats not to like. Grade A+ ( KEEP MAKING GOOD FILMS CLINT !!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
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emlugo123Mar 9, 2015
This movie just shows how an entire nation can rally just from a sports team. Morgan Freeman did a superb job along with Matt Damon. In my opinion, the rugby sequences were a bit dull, but other than that the movie is well done.
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homer4presidentMar 11, 2015
I personally enjoyed the movie, however at times this movie can be pretty slow-paced. You really only see like two matches in the movie but this movie isn't meant to be a sports drama, more like an inspiring drama.
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The101PowerCellAug 10, 2016
i was looking for a good sport movie. this is not a sport movie at all, they should remove that tag. this is a bad history film about racism. never seen Freeman this dull (okey maybe in Wanted).
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EpicLadySpongeApr 19, 2016
Invictus is what every rugby fan should be watching today, tomorrow, and the next day afterwards. Because no one is able to understand the truth of Invictus, this movie can be a pain to walk through at some point.
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ThispersonOct 1, 2016
The most boring film i've ever seen. Was supposed to be inspirational but it was just dull and it made no sense. Felt like it was far longer than it actually was.
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amheretojudgeMar 1, 2018
remember this day boys..

Invictus If nothing works for you in this more than 2 hours of glorious experience, it surely will be inhuman for you to not be moved by the last act which shows the excellence in execution and more importantlyremember this day boys..

Invictus

If nothing works for you in this more than 2 hours of glorious experience, it surely will be inhuman for you to not be moved by the last act which shows the excellence in execution and more importantly majestic performances. Clint Eastwood once again proves his amazing and outstanding directorial skills which is highlighted more glorifying by if not gripping yet beautiful and smart adaptation by Anthony Peckham. Morgan Freeman; as Sir Nelson Mandela quotes, only he can portray it and is supported thoroughly by Matt Damon who too is in his A game. Invictus works more on inspirational nature and beauty of its script (the first encounter between Morgan and Matt is not easy to forget) rather than offering more gripping and exhilarating experience although if taken the last act into account, it surely is a game changer.… Expand
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jonslowDec 8, 2018
Matt Damon, Morgan Freeman = Excellent movie. Well done!
One of the best sport movies I've ever seen.
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
This is an uplifting film, with a good cast. I was interested in the historical aspect rather than the sports side of it and I wasn't aware of the story beforehand, so it was an interesting watch. I thought Morgan Freeman did well portrayingThis is an uplifting film, with a good cast. I was interested in the historical aspect rather than the sports side of it and I wasn't aware of the story beforehand, so it was an interesting watch. I thought Morgan Freeman did well portraying Mandela and so did Matt Damon as the team captain.

I liked the tone of this film and as I say I thought it was at least somewhat uplifting, so I'd recommend it on that basis.… Expand
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r96skFeb 11, 2022
A little bit hit-and-miss, though 'Invictus' still manages to produce the requirements for a solid sports drama.

Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon are two actors I enjoy a lot, but by the end of this 2009 film I was a tad underwhelmed by them.A little bit hit-and-miss, though 'Invictus' still manages to produce the requirements for a solid sports drama.

Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon are two actors I enjoy a lot, but by the end of this 2009 film I was a tad underwhelmed by them. Freeman as Nelson Mandela sounds great on paper, but in reality you kinda lose what makes Freeman so great - his voice, given he has to act with a South African accent. He still does a good job nevertheless, I just don't think I'll remember this particular portrayal of Mandela - unlike Idris Elba's attempt in 2013's 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom'.

The merging of the two plot points - politics and rugby union - is done well, though the former is easily more interesting than the latter... and I say that as someone who loves sport and dislikes politics!

It's one that is worth a watch, it just didn't give me anything to remember.… Expand
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geewahJan 24, 2021
A plodding, bland telling of what is an amazing true story.
The politics of sport is told in such a dull manner, that what is supposed to be an uplifting ending falls remarkably flat.
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GDsReviewsJun 7, 2022
One of the greatest movies ever made about Nelson Mandela. Well casted and uplifting all the way through.
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