Out of Africa

"Based on a true story."

Dec 20 1985 PG 2h 41m
Biography, Drama, Romance

Tells the life story of Danish author Karen Blixen, who at the beginning of the 20th century moved to Africa to build a new life for herself. The film is based on her 1937 autobiographical novel.

Plot

Follows the life of Karen Blixen, who establishes a plantation in Africa. Her life is complicated by a husband of convenience (Bror Blixen), a true love (Denys), troubles on the plantation, schooling of the natives, war, and catching VD from her husband.

Written by

Karen Blixen, Judith Thurman, Errol Trzebinski

Directed by

Sydney Pollack

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Mirage Enterprises, Mirage Entertainment, Universal Pictures

Languages

Kiswahili, English

Awards

Won 7 Oscars. 30 wins & 30 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
88,963
Average Rating
7.1 out of 10
Metascore
69
Popularity
NA