Blood Diamond

Watch: Blood Diamond

12/8/20062h 23m

Theatrical Release (US)

~ It will cost you everything. ~

Overview:

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.

Director:

Edward Zwick

Status:

Released

Language:

English

Buget:

$100,000,000.00

Revenue:

$171,700,000.00

Key words:

bootlegger
journalist
smuggling (contraband)
loss of loved one
africa
rwandan genocide
rebel
journalism
slavery
fisherman
mercenary
diamond mine
sierra leone
special unit
oppression
macabre
1990s
private military company
inspirational
sinister
set in africa

Cast

Leonardo DiCaprio

~ as ~

Danny Archer

Djimon Hounsou

~ as ~

Solomon Vandy

Jennifer Connelly

~ as ~

Maddy Bowen

Kagiso Kuypers

~ as ~

Dia Vandy

Arnold Vosloo

~ as ~

Colonel Coetzee

Antony Coleman

~ as ~

Cordell Brown

Benu Mabhena

~ as ~

Jassie Vandy

Anointing Lukola

~ as ~

N'Yanda Vandy

David Harewood

~ as ~

Captain Poison

Basil Wallace

~ as ~

Benjamin Kapanay

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Reviews (2)

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rxbudian
Written 2 year(s) ago
9
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
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RalphRahal
Written 6 month(s) ago
9
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.