BEYOND THE GATES (2005)

TITLE
Beyond the Gates

STARRING
Hugh Dancy, John Hurt

WHAT THE BOX DOESN'T TELL YOU
Well, it's awful and it's true (the latter of which it tells you). I can't say that there is much which is compelling about this movie - we all know of the strife and unrest which plagues many African nations, not the least of which is Rwanda. Hotel Rwanda was a much better film, but in earnest, especially from the non-native perspective, this film is probably much more accurate - if not less dramatic.

WHY I WOULD RENT IT AGAIN
No. Like I said, there were few highlights. Call it bad acting, poor writing, or just a lack of fresh subject matters. As viewers, much like the rest of the world it is easier to turn our backs on such tragedy. Genocide is a difficult, if not unbearable subject and to sell it, you must capitalize on either a unique angle or an incredible cast. The pictures of the cast and their stories of family and friends lost during those 100 days were the most impactful - unfortunately they waited until the end when credits rolled.

WILL MY GIRLFRIEND/BOYFRIEND LIKE IT?
Hard to believe anyone would like this film, but if they did gender one way or another wouldn't be a requisite.

SPECIAL FEATURES
No.

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