Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom: Due March 18
Nelson Mandela’s extraordinary journey to becoming one of history’s most iconic figures is brought to life in this bio-drama. The film chronicles his early life, education, marriage to Winnie Mandela and 27-year prison sentence before becoming South Africa’s first democratically elected president and working to rebuild the country’s once segregated society. Extras: “Mandela: The Leader You Know, The Man You Didn’t” featurette, commentary with Director Justin Chadwick. Blu-ray adds behind-the-scenes featurettes and a tribute video gallery. Vitals: Director: Justin Chadwick. Stars: Idris Elba, Naomi Harris, Tony Kgoroge, Riaad Moosa. 2013, CC, MPAA rating: PG-13, 141 min., Bio-Drama Box office gross: $8.079 million, The Weinsterin Co./Anchor Bay.
