Idris Elba channels Nelson Mandela in this exclusive poster debut for "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom."
"Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" is based on South African President Nelson Mandela's autobiography of the same name, which chronicles his early life, coming of age, education, and 27 years in prison before becoming president and working to rebuild the country's once segregated society.
Today, Moviefone can exclusively debut the biopic's new poster, featuring Elba (image below).
"Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" hits theaters November 29.
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