The last king of Scotland [videorecording (Blu-ray)] / Fox Searchlight Pictures, DNA Films and Filmfour present in association with UK Film Council and Scottish Screen, a Cowboy Films/Slate Films production ; produced by Andrea Calderwood, Lisa Bryer, Charles Steel ; screenplay by Peter Morgan and Jeremy Brock ; directed by Kevin MacDonald.
Title from container. Forest Whitaker, James McAvoy, Kerry Washington, Simon McBurney, Gillian Anderson. Based on the novel by Giles Foden. Originally released as a motion picture in 2006. Special features: 7 deleted scenes with optional commentary by director Kevin MacDonald; "Forest Whitaker Idi Amin" featurette; "Capturing Idi Amin" documentary; Fox Movie Channel presents casting session: The last king of Scotland.
Summary:
A portrayal of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin. Amin's incredible story as seen through the eyes of Nicholas Garrigan, a young Scotsman who becomes the volatile leader's personal physician and trusted confidant. What starts off as a fascinating job soon turns to horror as the doctor realizes what kind of man he really works for.
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