The Last King of Scotland (film)

The Last King of Scotland is a 2006 British drama film based on Giles Foden's novel The Last King of Scotland, adapted by screenwriters Peter Morgan and Jeremy Brock, and directed by Kevin Macdonald. The film was a co-production between companies from the United Kingdom and the United States, including Fox Searchlight Pictures and Film4, and was a financial success. The film received widespread critical acclaim. Particular focus went to Whitaker, who received outstanding critical acclaim for his portrayal of Amin. He won Best Actor at the Academy Awards, among others.

The Last King of Scotland (film)

The Last King of Scotland is a 2006 British drama film based on Giles Foden's novel The Last King of Scotland, adapted by screenwriters Peter Morgan and Jeremy Brock, and directed by Kevin Macdonald. The film was a co-production between companies from the United Kingdom and the United States, including Fox Searchlight Pictures and Film4, and was a financial success. The film received widespread critical acclaim. Particular focus went to Whitaker, who received outstanding critical acclaim for his portrayal of Amin. He won Best Actor at the Academy Awards, among others.