Invictus

Nelson Mandela, portrayed to perfection by Morgan Freeman, in the film Invictus demonstrates 1 Corinthians 13:13 “to a tee”. This scripture states, “And now abide faith, hope, love…but the greatest of these is love.” No matter what religion or faith you are, most people agree that more love in the world is a good thing.

The word “Invictus”, is the title of a poem Mandela had in his prison cell, which declares, "I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.” Jack Canfield, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul, simplifies this concept to, “Take 100% Responsibility.” This film exemplifies the power of loving others and taking 100% responsibility in a masterful way!

Invictus is based on the true story of how Nelson Mandela brought his country together by inspiring the South African rugby team to win the World Cup Championship. If I had to describe this film in one word, it would be FORGIVENESS. Nelson Mandela personifies forgiveness, which leads to greatness! If Oscar doesn’t nod in the direction of Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon for their excellent performances in this film, he will be sooo in the doghouse!

It is rated PG-13 for brief strong language; darn that strong language. Without it I’d recommend this film for everyone at any age because of the positive seeds it plants in our minds!

Be patient in the beginning, the film works like a marathon, not a sprint and builds up steam as it goes. I recommend you get on your running shoes, baby, and RACE to this movie. You will be inspired to be the best you can be and help the world be a better place.

R.A.N.’s Rating For Invictus = *****Race To This Movie

R.A.N.’s Rating System:
*****RACE To This Movie = Amazing/Oscar Worthy
****RUN To This Movie = Great
***JOG To This Movie = Good
**WALK To This Movie = So-So
*SKIP Past This Movie = Bad