Based upon André Brink's novel of the same name, 'A Dry White Season' is a Decent Attempt. The Disturbing yet Courageous comes alive on celluloid with sincerity & honesty. Brando, who only has 10-minutes of Screen-Time, is Terrific & Over-Powers every other actor abroad.
'A Dry White Season' Synopsis: Ben du Toit, A schoolteacher, who always has considered himself a man of caring and justice, at least on the individual level. When his gardener's son is brutally beaten up by the police at a demonstration by black school children, he gradually begins to realize his own society is built on a pillar of injustice and exploitation.
'A Dry White Season' is disturbing, honest & courageous. The Adapted Screenplay by Colin Welland & Euzhan Palcy, is sincere. Euzhan Palcy's Direction, on the other-hand, is sensitive. Cinematography, Editing & Art Design, are passable.
Performance-Wise: As Mentioned, Brando is Terrific in a cameo. He over-powers everyone! Donald Sutherland delivers a very genuine performance. Janet Suzman is first-rate. Susan Sarandon leaves a mark. Jürgen Prochnow is excellent. Others lend able support.
On the whole, 'A Dry White Season' is a decent watch.
'A Dry White Season' Synopsis: Ben du Toit, A schoolteacher, who always has considered himself a man of caring and justice, at least on the individual level. When his gardener's son is brutally beaten up by the police at a demonstration by black school children, he gradually begins to realize his own society is built on a pillar of injustice and exploitation.
'A Dry White Season' is disturbing, honest & courageous. The Adapted Screenplay by Colin Welland & Euzhan Palcy, is sincere. Euzhan Palcy's Direction, on the other-hand, is sensitive. Cinematography, Editing & Art Design, are passable.
Performance-Wise: As Mentioned, Brando is Terrific in a cameo. He over-powers everyone! Donald Sutherland delivers a very genuine performance. Janet Suzman is first-rate. Susan Sarandon leaves a mark. Jürgen Prochnow is excellent. Others lend able support.
On the whole, 'A Dry White Season' is a decent watch.