The Last King of Scotland

Set against the backdrop of 1970s Uganda, this gripping drama follows the journey of a young Scottish doctor, Nicholas Garrigan, who becomes the personal physician to the charismatic yet brutal dictator, Idi Amin. As Garrigan becomes entangled in Amin’s world, he witnesses the complexities and horrors of the regime, leading to a moral and personal crisis. Forest Whitaker delivers a powerful performance as Idi Amin, earning him an Academy Award for Best Actor. Directed by Kevin Macdonald, the film offers a compelling exploration of power and corruption. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.