A Dry White Season (1989)
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Cast
as Ben du Toit
as Ian McKenzie
as Gordon Ngubene
as Stanley Makhaya
as Melanie Bruwer
as Susan du Toit
as Capt. Stolz
as Emily Ngubene
as Suzette du Toit
as Mr. Bruwer
as Johan du Toit
as Col. Viljoen
as Susan's Mother
as Susan's Father
as Chris
as Julius
as Margaret
as Jonathan
as Robert
as Wellington
as Cicete
as Viviers
as Magistrate
as Dr. Herzog
as Louw
as Archibald Mabaso
as Sgt. Van Zyl
as Jaimie
as Gert
as Lt. Venter
as Douma
as Johnson Seroke
as Dr. Hassiem
as Mrs. Beachley
as Aubrey Kunene
as Sadie
as Police Commandant
as Soweto Girl
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Critic Reviews for A Dry White Season
All Critics (31) | Top Critics (11) | Fresh (25) | Rotten (6) | DVD (3)
Searing, powerful and eye-opening.
This film is unblinking in its depiction of the most violent side of apartheid.
This is filmmaking meant to engage the heart -- and other visceral organs -- more than the mind; its effects are simple, broad and directly put.
The relentless plot is effectively set up and expertly pursued, and Hugh Masekela makes some striking contributions to Dave Grusin's musical score.
It's filled with obvious, earnest performances--Marlon Brando's ironic and subtle one is the only exception--and unresonant writing.
A wrenching picture about South Africa that makes no expedient compromises with feel-good entertainment values, A Dry White Season displays riveting performances and visceral style.
Audience Reviews for A Dry White Season
It's too bad that such a well-intentioned movie is so mediocre. Cliche-riddled, convoluted writing and often haphazard choices made by director Euzhan Palcy are too blatant too be ignored. Donald Sutherland is a convincing but uncompelling lead, and Susan Sarandon's vocal work is laughable. In a shamefully small amount of screen time, Marlon Brando leaves a stronger impression than anyone else in the movie.
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