The Last King of Scotland
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In the early 1970s, Nicholas Garrigan, a young semi-idealistic Scottish doctor, comes to Uganda to assist in a rural hospital. Once there, he soon mee...ts up with the new President, Idi Amin, who promises a golden age for the African nation. Garrigan hits it off immediately with the rabid Scotland fan, who soon offers him a senior position in the national health department and becomes one of Amin's closest advisers. However as the years pass, Garrigan cannot help but notice Amin's increasingly erratic behavior that grows beyond a legitimate fear of assassination into a murderous insanity that is driving Uganda into bloody ruin. Realizing his dire situation with the lunatic leader unwilling to let him go home, Garrigan must make some crucial decisions that could mean his death if the despot finds out. Show More

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The Last King of Scotland is a captivating historical drama set in 1970s Uganda. The story revolves around Nicholas Garrigan, a young Scottish doctor who arrives in Uganda to work in a rural hospital. He soon crosses paths with the charismatic and newly-appointed President, Idi Amin. Amin, who initially presents himself as a visionary leader, quickly befriends Garrigan and offers him a prestigious role in the national health department.

As Garrigan becomes more involved in Amin's inner circle, he begins to witness the President's descent into madness. Amin's increasingly erratic behavior goes beyond a legitimate fear of assassination, transforming into a brutal and bloodthirsty reign of terror that plunges Uganda into chaos.

Caught in a dangerous predicament, Garrigan realizes that Amin will not allow him to leave the country, putting his own life at risk. The young doctor is faced with a life-or-death decision, as he grapples with the consequences of staying loyal to a remorseless dictator.

The Last King of Scotland explores themes of power, manipulation, and the corrupting influence of authority. This gripping film delves into the complex relationship between a dictator and his confidant, while shedding light on the horrifying realities of Amin's brutal regime. Don't miss this thrilling and thought-provoking historical drama.

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The Last King of Scotland

Release Date:

19 Jan 2007

Writers:

Peter Morgan (screenplay), Jeremy Brock (screenplay), Giles Foden (novel), David Fox (dialogue)

Awards:

Won 1 Oscar. Another 48 wins & 31 nominations.