From acclaimed director, Michael Apted, Amazing Grace tells the inspiring story of how one man's passion and perseverance changed the world. Based on the true-life story of William Wilberforce (Gruffudd), a leader of the British abolition movement, the film chronicles his epic struggle to pass a law to end the slave trade in the late 18th century. Along the way, Wilberforce meets intense opposition from members of Parliament who feel the slave trade is tied to the stability of the British Empire. Several friends, including Wilberforce's minister, John Newton (Finney), a reformed slave ship captain who penned the beloved hymn Amazing Grace, urge him to see the cause through. Fox Faith (2007), Rated PG. Approx. 111 Minutes.

 

DVD Special Features: 

    Widescreen, Closed Captioned

    English, Spanish and French Subtitles

    Audio Commentary with Director Michael Apted and Ioan Gruffudd

    How Sweet the Sound: The Story of Amazing Grace - Documentary

    Finding Freedom

    Interactive Discussion Tools and Study Guides

    Music video of Grammy Nominee Chris Tomlin's version of Amazing Grace