What an appropriate time for this film to be released. With the World Cup starting, the timing couldn’t be better… even though this is a different sport.

The film tells the story of Nelson Mandela who has just become the president of South Africa. His vision for the country doesn’t include revenge as many of his country men are so desperately seeking against those that oppressed them. In fact, Mandela himself was jailed for 27 years by these men, but looking beyond the past; Mandela forgives these men and has a hopeful outlook for the country finding national unity. Where does he turn to find this unity? South Africa’s rugby team. Not only does the team inspire Mandela – but Mandela inspires the team to do the impossible.