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Blood Diamond

Blood Diamond

  • Status: Released
  • 08-12-2006
  • Runtime: 143 min
  • Score: 7.547
  • Vote count: 7865

An ex-mercenary turned smuggler. A Mende fisherman. Amid the explosive civil war overtaking 1999 Sierra Leone, these men join for two desperate missions: recovering a rare pink diamond of immense value and rescuing the fisherman's son, conscripted as a child soldier into the brutal rebel forces ripping a swath of torture and bloodshed countrywide.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Danny Archer

Djimon Hounsou

Solomon Vandy

Jennifer Connelly

Maddy Bowen

Kagiso Kuypers

Dia Vandy

Arnold Vosloo

Colonel Coetzee

Antony Coleman

Cordell Brown

Benu Mabhena

Jassie Vandy

Anointing Lukola

N'Yanda Vandy

David Harewood

Captain Poison

Basil Wallace

Benjamin Kapanay

Jimi Mistry

Nabil

Michael Sheen

Simmons

Marius Weyers

Van De Kaap

Stephen Collins

Ambassador Walker

Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine

M'Ed

Ato Essandoh

Commander Rambo

David S. Lee

Cockney Journalist

Percy Matsemela

Commander Zero

Klemens Becker

German Minister

Grant Swanby

UNCHR Official

Adetokumboh M'Cormack

R.U.F. Trainer

Tyrone Keogh

SA Page

Mduduzi Mabaso

Rebel 1

Nathaniel Ramabulana

Rebel 2

Zenzo Ngqobe

Rebel 3

Vanessa Haywood

Diplomat's Wife (uncredited)

rxbudian

I watched on Netflix and it was a very good film. The film isn't all action and shows the living conditions there. Djimon Hounsou, Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Connelly were very good in the film

RalphRahal

Rewatching Blood Diamond reminded me why it’s such a powerful and unforgettable film. It’s not just a movie—it’s an experience that grabs you by the heart and doesn’t let go. Leonardo DiCaprio delivers one of his best performances as Danny Archer. His character’s journey from selfish opportunist to someone who finds his humanity is so raw and real that it hit me on a deeper level this time around. Djimon Hounsou as Solomon Vandy was equally breathtaking; his portrayal of a father’s unshakable love and desperation to reunite with his son brought me to tears more than once. The film’s depiction of conflict diamonds and the devastating impact they have on innocent lives is brutal, but it’s a story that needs to be told. It forces you to confront the harsh realities of greed and exploitation, while also shining a light on the strength and resilience of the human spirit. There’s a particular scene where Solomon finds himself face-to-face with his son, who has been taken and brainwashed—it’s heart-wrenching and stays with you long after the credits roll. Edward Zwick’s direction is stunning. The action is gripping, the emotional beats are deeply moving, and the film’s message is clear without being preachy. The cinematography captures the beauty and tragedy of Africa in a way that feels both poetic and unflinchingly honest. The soundtrack, too, weaves perfectly into the story, adding to the intensity and emotion. This movie is more than just entertainment—it’s a reminder of what people are willing to sacrifice for love, for family, and for what’s right. By the end, I was left emotionally drained but also inspired. Blood Diamond is a masterpiece, a film that hits every chord, and one I’ll always hold close to my heart.