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Title: Slow Start But very Strong Finish
Review: This movie was a well done piece though the rhythm of the film does ebb and flow. Iaon Gruffud made a decent effort playing William Wilberforce but was overshadowed by both Rufus Sewell and the actor who portrayed Prime Minister William Pitt and Albert Finney. Though the charisma Gruffud displayed for Wilberforce seemed a bit uppity and off at times, the solid dignity that is portrayed in his face does more than capture the screen. Gruffud is a decent actor but a bit too all over the place with his movements, a lot of overt theater habits still apparent on camera. His face alone carries remarkable expression. If only he made more use of this quality, he'd be a wonder to behold. This is an actor with Oscar potential, he just needs to fine tune his abilities.A good film with a bit of a slow start but a powerful ending.
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