Synopsis:

The first feature-length drama of Scottish documentary-maker Kevin Macdonald, The Last King of Scotland is based on the fictional novel by Giles Foden of the same name, but nonetheless contains elements of historical fact. A Scottish doctor, when on a Ugandan medical mission, becomes irreversibly entangled with Idi Amin, one of the world's most barbaric figures. The newly self-appointed Ugandan President is impressed by Dr. Garrigan's brazen attitude in a moment of crisis and makes him his personal physician and closest confidante. Garrigan is both flattered and fascinated by his new position, but soon becomes acutely aware of Amin's savagery and his own complicity in it. Horror and betrayal ensue as Garrigan tries to right his wrongs and get out of Uganda alive.