Question 1

What surprising detail about Idi Amin's boxing background is hinted at in the film?

Accepted Answer

In an early scene, Idi Amin playfully spars with Ugandan boys. The film doesn't mention it, but Amin was Uganda's light heavyweight champion from 1951 to 1960.

Question 2

Which real-life presidential limousine was used in the film?

Accepted Answer

The black Mercedes presidential limousine used in the film had actually been Idi Amin's.

Question 3

What did some local extras mistakenly believe during filming of Idi Amin's village visit?

Accepted Answer

During filming of Idi Amin's visit to the village near the mission, many local extras thought it was the real Idi Amin on stage giving speeches.

Question 4

What is the central conflict that unfolds when a Scottish doctor arrives in Uganda?

Accepted Answer

Young Scottish doctor Nicholas Garrigan arrives during President Obote's downfall. General Idi Amin comes to power and asks Garrigan to become his personal doctor.

Question 5

Which festivals or awards recognized the film in 2006 and 2007?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Stockholm International Film Festival (2006), Indiewire Critics' Poll (2006), and numerous 2007 awards including BAFTA, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards.

Question 6

What surprising detail about Idi Amin's boxing background is hinted at in the film?

Accepted Answer

In an early scene, Idi Amin playfully spars with Ugandan boys. The film doesn't mention it, but Amin was Uganda's light heavyweight champion from 1951 to 1960.

Question 7

Which real-life vehicle was used for Idi Amin's presidential limousine in the film?

Accepted Answer

The black Mercedes presidential limousine used in the film had actually been Idi Amin's own car.

Question 8

What did local extras reportedly think during filming of Idi Amin's village visit scene?

Accepted Answer

During filming of Idi Amin's visit to the village near the mission, many local extras thought it was the real Idi Amin on stage giving speeches.

Question 9

What was Idi Amin's full official title as mentioned in the film's trivia?

Accepted Answer

His full title was "His Excellency President for Life, Field Marshal Al Hadji Doctor Idi Amin, VC, DSO, MC, Lord of All the Beasts of the Earth and Fishes of the Sea, and Conqueror of the British Empire in Africa in General and Uganda in Particular."

Question 10

Which festivals recognized The Last King of Scotland in 2006?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Stockholm International Film Festival in 2006, and also received awards from Indiewire Critics' Poll, Los Angeles Film Critics Association, and National Board of Review that year.

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