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Amazing Grace

REVIEW
Amazing Grace
The story of famed British abolitionist William Wilberforce is a moving example of how one man's faith can change the world for good—and one of the best films depicting Christian faith in years.
by Russ Breimeier | posted 02/23/07
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Rated PG

NEW! Amazing Grace discussion guide
Talk about the film—and Wilberforce's fight against slavery. Perfect for Sunday school or small groups.
PLUS: Lessons from Wilberforce: A six-session course

Find more great resources below!

Other Articles

COMMENTARY
Amazing Abolitionist
Amazing Grace shows Wilberforce in Action.
by Mark Moring | posted 02/22/07

INTERVIEW
'A Man of Principle'
That's how acclaimed director Michael Apted describes William Wilberforce, the subject of his latest film, Amazing Grace, which opens this week.
by Mark Moring | posted 02/21/07

INTERVIEW
A Fantastic Role
Ioan Gruffudd, best known for his role as the leader of The Fantastic Four, reprises a bit of history with his latest part, as the Christian abolitionist William Wilberforce in the new film, Amazing Grace.
by Mark Moring | posted 02/20/07

FILMMAKERS OF FAITH
Save the Wales
Veteran producer Ken Wales, who recently finished Amazing Grace, the William Wilberforce bio-pic, now turns to John Newton's story—and a Chariots of Fire sequel.
by Mark Moring | posted 02/19/07

Amazing Grace inspires "Amazing Change"
William Wilberforce biopic inspires campaign to end modern-day slavery; church leaders invited to participate. Plus: Controversy over Dakota Fanning's Hounddog; MGM acquires film about Mary; and more.
by Josh Hurst
posted 01/29/07

Christian History & Biography has a special section on Wilberforce and Modern-Day Slavery.

The Devil's Yoke
A young woman describes her former life as a slave of rebel soldiers.
Interview by Sheryl Henderson Blunt
Februrary 26, 2007

What Would Wilberforce Do?
The 19th-century abolitionists have much to teach us about politics today.
A Christianity Today editorial
Februrary 19, 2007

The Wilberforce Strategy
Britain's great abolitionist worked to change society's values, not just its laws.
by Charles Colson with Anne Morse
Februrary 19, 2007

Free at Last
How Christians worldwide are sabotaging the modern slave trade.
by Deann Alford
Februrary 21, 2007

On a Justice Mission
Thanks to William Wilberforce, we already know the key to defeating slavery.
by Gary Haugen
Februrary 22, 2007

Model in the Public Square
Hero for Humanity shows how faith can change government.
by Cindy Crosby
January 1, 2003

Christian History Corner: A Politician Explains the Faith
One hundred fifty years before C. S. Lewis, William Wilberforce wrote the 'Mere Christianity' of his time.
January 20, 2006

Abolitionists in Africa
Antislavery, evangelicalism, and the "American factor" in West Africa.
Books & Culture
May 1, 2000

The How, What, and Why of Christian Politics
Wilberforce's A Practical View of Christianity, and other books on Christians and politics.
Books & Culture
Nov/Dec 1996

Virtuous Like Us?
Bury the Chains is indeed a riveting history of the British anti-slavery movement.
Books & Culture
May/June 2006

Story Behind the Song: "Amazing Grace"
John Newton was a wild, young man lost in darkness. Then he found grace.
Today's Christian
January/February 2007

Every Arrow Needs a Bow
William Wilberforce and the power of community.
by John Hart
Re:Generation, July 1, 1998

Other Links

• Official website
• Amazing Grace Sunday (February 18, 2007)
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• "Amazing Grace" lyrics

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