
Empire Magazine
Despite an inherently cinematic story and some effective sequences, Escape From Pretoria struggles to transcend a clunky, one-dimensional script.
Full reviewDaniel Radcliffe and Daniel Webber (Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan) break out of Pretoria Prison in this thriller based on political prisoner Tim Jenkin's memoir.
Tim Jenkins (Radcliffe) and Stephen Lee (Webber) were among several white South Africans imprisoned during Apartheid on charges of "producing and distributing 18 different pamphlets on behalf of banned organisations", including the African National Congress.
Despite an inherently cinematic story and some effective sequences, Escape From Pretoria struggles to transcend a clunky, one-dimensional script.
Full reviewAnnan's film works effectively as a straight-up jailbreak thriller, well-oiled in greasy B-movie tradition. It's when it shoots for more historical import that it falls somewhat short.
Full reviewI highly recommend this film to everyone but especially those who love biopics and prison thrillers. I think it's important for people to learn this piece of history.
Full reviewIt's the nervy camera, hugging the characters at hip height, the better to scrutinise each locked barrier to freedom, that most successfully builds the tension.
Full reviewAnnan knows how to grip, his story accelerating with a jittery rhythm, while Radcliffe's eternal earnestness fits the bill neatly.
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