Content Warnings
- 🟡 60/100 Brief scene with implied sexual violence, no nudity shown.
- 🟡 50/100 Characters shown smoking marijuana.
- 🔴 70/100 Child soldiers given drugs to desensitize them.
- 🔴 90/100 Graphic execution of a civilian.
- 🔴 95/100 Intense battle scene with multiple deaths.
- 🔴 100/100 Child soldier forced to kill someone.
- 🟡 60/100 Use of the word 'f**k'.
- 🔴 70/100 Multiple uses of strong language in a tense scene.
Details for Beasts of No Nation (2015)
What is the plot of 'Beasts of No Nation'?
'Beasts of No Nation' follows the harrowing journey of a young boy named Agu, who is forced to become a child soldier in an unnamed African country during a brutal civil war. After his family is killed, Agu is recruited by a rebel militia led by the charismatic but ruthless Commandant, and he must navigate the horrors of war while struggling to retain his humanity.
Who plays the lead role in 'Beasts of No Nation'?
Abraham Attah plays the lead role of Agu, the young boy who becomes a child soldier. His powerful performance earned critical acclaim and several awards, despite it being his acting debut.
Is 'Beasts of No Nation' based on a true story?
No, 'Beasts of No Nation' is not based on a specific true story, but it is inspired by real-life conflicts and the experiences of child soldiers in various African civil wars. The film aims to shed light on the brutal realities faced by children forced into warfare.
Who directed 'Beasts of No Nation'?
The film was directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga, who is also known for his work on 'True Detective' (Season 1) and 'No Time to Die.' Fukunaga also wrote the screenplay, which is based on the novel of the same name by Uzodinma Iweala.
What awards did 'Beasts of No Nation' receive?
'Beasts of No Nation' received widespread critical acclaim and several awards. Abraham Attah won the Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actor at the Venice Film Festival, and Idris Elba, who plays the Commandant, won a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role. The film was also nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Drama.
