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The Film Invictus: A Typical Sport Film

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At first glimpse you me see “Invictus” as a typical sports film. It is actually about a nation overcoming obstacles to become united with one another. The title, “Invictus,” comes from a poem that gave strength to South Africa’s President when he was held as a political prisoner for 27 years. The film begins with Nelson Mandela (Morgan Freeman) stepping out of prison and back into office as the leader of South Africa. In South Africa there is a long time running hatred between the South African blacks and the white Afrikaners. Nelson Mandela (Morgan Freeman) is faced with adversity as he tries to unite a nation, but remains fearless of his own life seeking to better his country. South Africa’s rugby team, led by François Pienaar (Matt Damon),
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