The Amazing Grace

Story

Synopsis

John Newton is captain of a slave ship moored off the coast of Nigeria. He stands at a crossroads in his life, his morality and religion at odds with the brutality of his chosen profession. Stepping ashore, he starts on a journey of redemption that will end in tragedy but prove the catalyst for greater achievements. A local anthem sung in adversity by the slaves whom he captures punctuates the film. It will be the inspiration for Newton's redemption and for his writing of the hymn Amazing Grace.

Director

Jeta Amata

Writers

Jeta Amata

Language

English

Country

United Kingdom, Nigeria

Release date

20 May 2006

Ensemble

Cast

• 

  Nick Moran

  John Newton

• 

  Scott Cleverdon

  Oliver

• Mbong Amata

  Ansa

• Fred Amata

  Etim

• 

  James Hicks

  Simmons

• 

  Joke Silva

  Maria Davies

• Zack Amata

  Village Priest