Blood Diamond
During the civil war and chaos in 1990’s Sierra Leone, Danny Archer (Leonardo DiCaprio) – a South African mercenary – and Solomon Vandy (Djimon Hounsou) – a Mende fisherman, become joined in a common quest to recover a rare pink diamond that can transform their lives.
While in prison for smuggling, Archer learns that Solomon – who was taken from his family and forced to work in the diamond fields – has found and hidden the extraordinary rough stone. With the help of Maddy Bowen (Jennifer Connelly), an American journalist whose idealism is tempered by a deepening connection with Archer, the two men embark on a trek through rebel territory, a journey that could save Solomon’s family and give Archer the second chance he thought he would never have.
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FANTASTIC! - Filmaholic
This film is phenomenal! DiCaprio and Djimon Honsou give fantastic performances.
This film was not nominated for 5 Academy Awards by accident. It is fast paced from start to finish and gives the best account of the plight of child soldiers I have ever seen.
I love the change that DiCaprio's character goes through as he embarks on his journey with Solomon Bandy.
If you have not seen this - I will not give the plot away. Let me just say, I have yet to hear that anyone has not been entertained and riveted by this masterpiece.
Truly one of my favourite movies.Moving, Haunting, and Hard to Ignore... - anwallette
This movie grabs you from the very beginning.....it makes you wondering what kind of turmoil the "pretty stones" caught in their countries of origin.
Leonardo and Dijumon do a phenomenal job in this movie. They suck you into their world and do not let you leave. It shows haunting images of a country completely homeless by war and American buyers. It also paints an accurate picture of the child soliders and how they are being brainwashed.
Overall a movie that stays with you long after the movie is over....How much does your wedding ring really cost? - WheelsnReels
“Blood Diamond” is Hollywood’s interpretation of a behind the scenes look at the diamond mining industry. The film concentrates on the extreme conditions the mineworkers must endure so those with more political clout may profit.
What makes “Blood Diamond” such a good movie is that it is a realistic portrayal of all the factors and dangers involved. While at times, the movie is brutally violent and difficult to watch it is factually accurate. Currently the conservative estimate of child soldier’s id around 200,000, other estimates go much higher.
Overall a good action movie with context, not just a reason for “Hollywood” to shoot some guns and blow up some stuff. This is not a feel good movie at all, if nothing else “Blood Diamond” makes me think of the consequences of my own actions and how they may be further reaching than I know.
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FANTASTIC! - Filmaholic
This film is phenomenal! DiCaprio and Djimon Honsou give fantastic performances.
This film was not nominated for 5 Academy Awards by accident. It is fast paced from start to finish and gives the best account of the plight of child soldiers I have ...Moving, Haunting, and Hard to Ignore... - anwallette
This movie grabs you from the very beginning.....it makes you wondering what kind of turmoil the "pretty stones" caught in their countries of origin.
Leonardo and Dijumon do a phenomenal job in this movie. They suck you into their world and do not ...How much does your wedding ring really cost? - WheelsnReels
“Blood Diamond” is Hollywood’s interpretation of a behind the scenes look at the diamond mining industry. The film concentrates on the extreme conditions the mineworkers must endure so those with more political clout may profit.
What makes “Blood ...