# A United Kingdom (2016)

> A devoted royal couple confronts colonial power, racial prejudice, and political exile as their marriage reshapes Botswana’s future.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/223349

## Facts

- Runtime: 111 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: Amma Asante
- Cast: David Oyelowo, Rosamund Pike, Tom Felton, Jack Davenport, Terry Pheto, Laura Carmichael, Jessica Oyelowo, Vusi Kunene
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3387266/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: sincere, romantic, moving, historical drama night, romantic movie night

## Synopsis

A love that defies boundaries and challenges the status quo in a tumultuous era.

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