Every Denzel Washington Movie Ranked Worst To Best

Richard Attenborough's drama about the complexities of apartheid stars Kevin Kline as journalist Donald Woods, and Washington as activist Steve Biko, who form a friendship whilst great forces conspire against Biko.

With a towering performance that scored him his first Oscar nomination, Washington delivers eloquent courtroom speeches, captures the vulnerabilities of Biko and the frustration of his cause, and even overcomes the film's tired white saviour overtones.

Cry Freedom shows every side of Washington's skills as a performer, and ultimately sells its overarching message thanks to his mesmerising portrayal of heroism.