Idris Elba Stars As Nelson Mandela Biopic

Idris Elba Channels Nelson Mandela

Idris Elba may just be the perfect man to play Nelson Mandela. He has the accent down pack, confidence of a politician and poise of a worldly sage. In this clip, released on the South African anti-apartheid leader’s birthday, a man is seen traversing the terrain, apparently in deep thought. Nelson celebrated his celebrated his birthday in the hospital but is in stable condition.

“The Long Walk To Freedom” will hit theaters next year.

UP NEXT: Jamie Foxx Becomes Electro

Jamie Foxx Becomes Electro

The extent of Jamie Foxx‘s acting capabilities appears to be never-ending. He wowed us with his powerful role as Ray Charles in “Ray,” but now we are a believer in everything Foxx with his latest role Electro. How Foxx’s comedic and dramatic traits will help him channel Spiderman’s most electric villian, no clue–but we’re anticipating an entertaining performance. The trailer to “The Amazing Spiderman 2″ was released today, previewing Foxx’s transformation into a scary blue monster. I didn’t see its predecessor, but I will be tuned in for this!