Movies like Cry Freedom

Centered on the FBI's investigation into the real-life 1964 murders of three civil rights activists in the American South, Mississippi Burning examines themes of racist violence and civil rights struggles. Viewers drawn to Cry Freedom's tension and political activism will find a powerful narrative here.

Epic in scope, Gandhi portrays the life of Mohandas K. Gandhi, a global icon for civil rights and non-violent protest. Moviegoers who value Cry Freedom's deep dive into the life of a political figure and the societal change they inspired will be moved by this Academy Award-winning film.

Hotel Rwanda's gripping, fact-based storytelling centers on a hotel manager who becomes a humanitarian during the Rwandan genocide. It shares the same breath as Cry Freedom, telling a harrowing, true-life tale of an ordinary individual's extraordinary efforts in the face of mass injustice.

Following South Africa's transition from apartheid, Invictus focuses on Nelson Mandela's attempt to unite the country through the universal language of sport by supporting the national rugby team. Fans of Cry Freedom's historical and political depth will appreciate this dramatization of Mandela's early presidency and his efforts for reconciliation.

Set in South Africa during World War II, The Power of One follows an English boy raised under apartheid and his journey to champion the oppressed. Similar to Cry Freedom, the movie depicts the struggle against racial discrimination and offers an inspirational story of hope and resistance.

This film, like Cry Freedom, unflinchingly examines apartheid-era South Africa. It tells the story of a white schoolteacher who becomes aware of the severe injustices and decides to take action after the son of his black gardener becomes a victim of police brutality. Its exploration of racial tensions and moral courage will resonate with Cry Freedom's audience.

Sarafina! is a musical drama that captures the spirit of the anti-apartheid movement through the eyes of a young girl from Soweto. Its energetic storytelling and focus on youth involvement in political resistance will speak to those inspired by Cry Freedom's portrayal of resistance and hope.