
In My Country
A South African Story of Truth, Love and Reconcilliation
Directed by John Boorman
Produced by Chartoff Productions, Merlin Films
A romantic drama set against South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission, weaving personal love with the weight of historical trauma and the search for justice.
An American reporter and an Afrikaans poet meet and fall in love while covering South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearings.
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Is In My Country sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is In My Country easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Does In My Country end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
Is In My Country scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is In My Country violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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