Character Analysis
(Avoiding Spoilers)
Overview... slave captain turned abolitionist. In his former life, John Newton was the captain of a successful slave ship. But after a haunting experience at sea, he's put away his sea days and turned to God. Now a devout Christian, Newton does his best to help the anti-slavery cause in any way he can, and urges his protégée William Wilberforce to pass abolitionist laws in England.
Personality... humble, humane, and haunted. It's been years since Newton stepped on a slave ship, but his memories of his former life still trouble him constantly. Perhaps there's no real way to do penance for his crimes, but Newton is determined to fight slavery in any way he can.
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From the makers of "Ray" and acclaimed director Michael Apted, comes the inspiring story of how one man's passion and perseverance changed the world. Based on the true story of William Wilberforce, "Amazing Grace" follows his courageous quest to end the British slave trade. Along the way, Wilberforce meets intense opposition, but his minister, John Newton, urges him to see the cause through.
