The Last King of Scotland
2006 · 2h 3m · Drama · United States of America, United Kingdom · Rated R (US)
Charming. Magnetic. Murderous.
Young Scottish doctor, Nicholas Garrigan decides it's time for an adventure after he finishes his formal education, so he decides to try his luck in Uganda, and arrives during the downfall of President Obote. General Idi Amin comes to power and asks Garrigan to become his personal doctor.
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Kevin MacdonaldBased on the novel by
Giles Foden7.4Smart score
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