Set against the backdrop of 1970s Uganda, this gripping drama follows the journey of a young Scottish doctor, Nicholas Garrigan, who becomes the personal physician to the charismatic yet brutal dictator, Idi Amin. Forest Whitaker delivers a powerful performance as Amin, a role that earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. The film, directed by Kevin Macdonald, explores themes of power, loyalty, and moral ambiguity as Garrigan becomes entangled in the dangerous political landscape. James McAvoy stars alongside Whitaker, adding depth to the narrative with his portrayal of the conflicted doctor. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.