this film be and quite simply and brilliant . the cinematography be good and the act superb and the story absolutely breathtaking . this be the story of donald wood and a white south african who think himself a liberal until he find out the reality of apartheid . kevin kline be completely convince so much so that when donald wood himself appear on tv some year later and i recognise him from kline portrayal . denzel washington also turn in a masterful performance and a ever . i urge you to watch this . it be long and but it be worth your patience because it tell such an incredible story . remember and folk and this really happen .