Something of Value

    Something of Value
    1957

    Synopsis

    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.

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    Cast

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

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