IDRIS ELBA TO STAR IN. THE FILM ADAPTATION OF BEASTS OF NO NATION

Idris Elba's role in the yet-to-be released biopic on Nelson Mandela, "Long Work to Freedom" was too fantastic. I suggest you google the trailer if you haven't seen it.

The British actor has secured the lead role in an african book adaptation, Beasts of No Nation, written by Uzodinma Iweala. Trust the handsome 41 year-old actor to do justice to this as well.

The film which would be bankrolled by Red Crown Productions will be directed by American director and film writer Cary Fukunaga.

SYNOPSIS

The story follows the journey of a young boy, Agu, who, when civil war engulfs his West African country is forced to join a unit of mercenary fighters. Not only must Agu face the death of his father and disappearance of his mother and sister, but must also join a life of violence and brutality. Agu befriends a mute boy named Strika and together they face the crimes and hardships of war.