TV rights of Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom acquired by OWN

Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) has attained the network television rights for Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, a film by Weinstein Co. The network has declared that it will be premiering the most awaited autobiographical film, based on Nelson Mandela’s life in the year 2017. The film has been directed by Justin Chadwick, which is based on the autobiography released back in the year 1996 by the Long Walk to Freedom. The memoir follows the life of the late South African leader, Nelson Mandela, entailing his early life, education and around those 30 years he spent in prison prior to becoming president and transforming the face of the once segregated strata of society. In the movie, Idris Elba has beautifully portrayed the character of Nelson Mandela, who passed away on December 5; he was 95, whereas, Winnie Mandela, his wife’s character has been played by actress Naomie Harris. OWN is extremely proud and honored to have got the opportunity to premiere this influential piece of work throug

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