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February 14, 2012


Movies & TV Special Section
Amazing Grace

REVIEW
Amazing Grace
The story of famed British abolitionist William Wilberforce is a moving example of how one man's faith can change the world for good—and one of the best films depicting Christian faith in years.

 Rated PG
3.5 Stars - Good


Amazing Grace discussion guide
Talk about the film—and Wilberforce's fight against slavery. Perfect for Sunday school or small groups.

PLUS: Lessons from Wilberforce: A six-session course

Other Articles

'A Man of Principle'
That's how acclaimed director Michael Apted describes William Wilberforce, the subject of his latest film, Amazing Grace, which opens this week.


Amazing Abolitionist
Amazing Grace shows Wilberforce in Action.


A Fantastic Role
Ioan Gruffudd, best known for his role as the leader of The Fantastic Four, reprises a bit of history with his latest part, as the Christian abolitionist William Wilberforce in the new film, Amazing Grace.


Save the Wales
Veteran producer Ken Wales, who recently finished Amazing Grace, the William Wilberforce bio-pic, now turns to John Newton's story—and a Chariots of Fire sequel.


Reel News

Amazing Grace inspires "Amazing Change"
William Wilberforce biopic inspires campaign to end modern-day slavery; church leaders invited to participate. Plus: Controversy over Dakota Fanning's Hounddog; MGM acquires film about Mary; and more.


Related Articles

Christian History & Biography has a special section on Wilberforce and Modern-Day Slavery.

The Devil's Yoke
A young woman describes her former life as a slave of rebel soldiers.


What Would Wilberforce Do?
The 19th-century abolitionists have much to teach us about politics today.


The Wilberforce Strategy
Britain's great abolitionist worked to change society's values, not just its laws.


Free at Last
How Christians worldwide are sabotaging the modern slave trade.


On a Justice Mission
Thanks to William Wilberforce, we already know the key to defeating slavery.


Model in the Public Square
Hero for Humanity shows how faith can change government.


Christian History Corner: A Politician Explains the Faith
One hundred fifty years before C. S. Lewis, William Wilberforce wrote the 'Mere Christianity' of his time.

Abolitionists in Africa
Antislavery, evangelicalism, and the "American factor" in West Africa.


The How, What, and Why of Christian Politics
Wilberforce's A Practical View of Christianity, and other books on Christians and politics.


Virtuous Like Us?
Bury the Chains is indeed a riveting history of the British anti-slavery movement.


Story Behind the Song: "Amazing Grace"
John Newton was a wild, young man lost in darkness. Then he found grace.


Every Arrow Needs a Bow
William Wilberforce and the power of community.


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