Something of Value
1957, English. Directed by Richard Brooks.
Love in an Inferno
As Kenya's Mau Mau uprising tears the country apart, former childhood friends Kimani (Sidney Poitier), a native, and Peter (Rock Hudson), a British colonist, find themselves on opposite sides of the struggle in this provocative drama. Though each is devoted to his cause, both wish for a more moderate path -- but their hopes for a peaceful resolution are thwarted by rage, colonial arrogance and escalating violence on both sides.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Richard BrooksDirector
- Rock HudsonPeter McKenzie
- Dana WynterHolly McKenzie
- Sidney PoitierKimani Wa Karanja
- Juano HernándezNjogu - Oath Giver
- William MarshallLeader - Intellectual in Suit
- Robert BeattyJeff Newton, Elizabeth's Husband
- Walter FitzgeraldHenry McKenzie, A White Settler
- Michael PateJoe Matson, A Farmer
- Wendy HillerElizabeth Newton
- Ivan DixonLathela - Loyal Gun-Bearer
- Ken RenardKaranja - Father of Kimani
- Frederick O'NealAdam Marenga - Mau-Mau Leader
Details
- Released
- 8 May 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Brooks
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What Something of Value is based on
Something of Value is based on Something of Value by Robert Ruark.
Something of Value
By Robert Ruark
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Something of Value runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
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Something of Value is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Something of Value on?
Something of Value isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Something of Value?
If you liked Something of Value, try The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell, Waiting for Anya, Battleground.
Who directed Something of Value?
Something of Value (1957) was directed by Richard Brooks and stars Rock Hudson, Dana Wynter, Sidney Poitier.
What is Something of Value based on?
Something of Value is based on Something of Value by Robert Ruark.