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Something of Value (1957)

As Kenya's Mau Mau uprising tears the country apart, former childhood friends Kimani (Sidney Poitier), a native, and Peter (Rock Hudson), a British colonist, find themselves on opposite sides of the struggle in this provocative drama. Though each is devoted to his cause, both wish for a more moderate path -- but their hopes for a peaceful resolution are thwarted by rage, colonial arrogance and escalating violence on both sides.

  • Drama
  • War

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Rock HudsonRock HudsonPeter McKenzie
  • Photo of Dana WynterDana WynterHolly McKenzie
  • Photo of Sidney PoitierSidney PoitierKimani Wa Karanja
  • Photo of Juano HernándezJuano HernándezNjogu - Oath Giver
  • Photo of William MarshallWilliam MarshallLeader - Intellectual in Suit
  • Photo of Robert BeattyRobert BeattyElizabeth's Husband - Jeff Newton
  • Photo of Walter FitzgeraldWalter FitzgeraldA White Settler - Henry McKenzie
  • Photo of Michael PateMichael PateA Farmer - Joe Matson
  • Photo of Ivan DixonIvan DixonLathela - Loyal Gun-Bearer
  • Photo of Ken RenardKen RenardKaranja - Father of Kimani

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