“A gorgeous, sprawling, heartbreaking epic that shows the true history and resilience of a people who will be free.”

“A captivating and very instructive fresco.”

“The most important film you'll watch this year.”

“A forceful, highly accessible dramatic sweep.”

“Emotionally stirring.”

“A sophisticated and devastating period piece.”

“A cinematic tour de force.”

“An astoundingly well made film with incredible performances.”

“Beautifully shot, deeply researched and unmistakably a labour of love.”

“A humanist film at its heart.”

“A passionate, timely and thoughtful story.”

“Complex and sprawling.”