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THE HRM ASSIGNMENT
BY—
Pratham
Shrey raj
Ayush Garg
Daksh Goel
Ayushi Gupta
Vedant Rawal
Kostubh Singla
Kartik Balhara
Keshav Maheshwari
Samiksha Sandhya
Summary
Invictus is a moving and
uplifting film that celebrates
the power of sports to bring
people together and inspire
change. It's a must-see for
sports fans and anyone
interested in history, politics,
and human resilience.
 THE PLOT
"Invictus" is a 2009 sports drama film directed
by Clint Eastwood and written by Anthony
Peckham, based on the book "Playing the
Enemy: Nelson Mandela and the Game That
Made a Nation" by John Carlin. The film stars
Morgan Freeman as Nelson Mandela, the
newly-elected President of South Africa, and
Matt Damon as Francois Pienaar, the captain
of the South African rugby team.
The film tells the true story of Mandela's
efforts to use rugby to unite a deeply divided
nation in the aftermath of apartheid. The
central concept of the film revolves around
Mandela's visionary leadership and Pienaar's
determination to inspire his team to
greatness, and how their actions on the rugby
field helped to heal a nation and create a
sense of national pride and identity.
 DESCRIPTION
The film tells us the true story of Nelson Mandela's efforts to use rugby to unite a deeply
divided nation in the aftermath of apartheid. The film is set in South Africa in the mid-1990s,
shortly after Mandela's release from prison and his election as the country's first black
president.

To heal the wounds of apartheid and unite the country, Mandela turns his attention to rugby,
a sport beloved by white South Africans but largely ignored by the black majority. He
reaches out to Francois Pienaar, the captain of the South African rugby team, and inspires
him to rally his teammates to greatness in the 1995 Rugby World Cup.

Despite facing significant obstacles, including opposition from within the team and doubts
about their ability to compete at the highest level, Pienaar and his team rise to the challenge
and make it all the way to the finals. Along the way, they win over the hearts and minds of
their fellow South Africans and become a symbol of hope and unity for a nation in need of
healing.

"Invictus" is a moving and inspiring film that highlights the power of sports to bring people
together, and the importance of visionary leadership in achieving organizational goals. With
powerful performances from Morgan Freeman and Matt Damon, the film expertly balances
the personal and political aspects of the story, and provides a powerful commentary on
race, identity, and the human spirit.
 ANALYSIS
One of the key strengths of the film is its ability to balance the personal and political aspects of the story.
On the one hand, we see the deeply human struggle of Francois Pienaar and his teammates as they strive
to overcome their own limitations and achieve greatness on the rugby field. On the other hand, we
witness the larger political context of post-apartheid South Africa, and the enormous challenges that
Nelson Mandela faced in his efforts to heal a deeply divided nation.

Through its nuanced portrayal of these different perspectives, the film highlights the importance of
empathy and understanding in achieving true unity and progress. Mandela's willingness to reach out to
his former oppressors, and to embrace rugby as a symbol of national identity, serves as a powerful
example of the kind of bold and visionary leadership that is needed in times of crisis and change.

Another notable aspect of the film is its attention to detail and historical accuracy. From the recreation of
the rugby matches themselves to the use of archival footage and historical documents, the film provides
a rich and immersive depiction of the time and place in which the story takes place. This attention to
detail not only adds to the authenticity of the film, but also helps to underscore the importance of history
and memory in shaping our collective identity and sense of purpose.

Overall, "Invictus" is a compelling and deeply moving film that offers a powerful commentary on
leadership, unity, and the transformative power of sports. It serves as a reminder of the importance of
setting ambitious goals and working together towards a common purpose and offers a powerful message
of hope and inspiration in the face of adversity. As such, it is a film that is sure to resonate with viewers of
all backgrounds and experiences, and that provides a valuable lesson in the power of visionary leadership
to shape the course of history.
 So, what do we learn from this?
The film thus offered us valuable lessons for HR professionals in terms of leadership,
motivation, and team building. The movie highlights several HR topics, including
leadership, diversity and inclusion, motivation, and talent management. In this essay, I will
elaborate on these themes and discuss their relevance to HR practices.
Leadership is a central theme of the film, and the character of Nelson Mandela serves as a
powerful example of visionary leadership. Mandela's leadership style is characterized by
his ability to inspire and motivate people, to embrace diversity and inclusion, and to set
ambitious goals that challenge and stretch his followers. His willingness to reach out to his
former oppressors and to embrace rugby as a symbol of national identity is a testament to
the power of visionary leadership to bring about transformative change.
 So, what do we learn from this?
Another HR topic highlighted in the film is diversity and inclusion. Mandela's efforts to
build a unified South Africa that transcends race and ethnicity is a powerful example of
the importance of diversity and inclusion in creating a cohesive and productive workplace.
By embracing diversity and building bridges across cultural and historical divides, Mandela
was able to build a team that was united in its purpose and committed to achieving its
goals.
Motivation is also a key theme in the film. Francois Pienaar and his teammates are initially
sceptical of Mandela's vision for the team, but over time they become motivated by his
leadership and inspired by the opportunity to represent their country on the world stage.
The film demonstrates the importance of motivation in achieving great things, and the
role that leadership plays in inspiring and motivating people to go beyond their limits and
achieve their full potential.
 So, what do we learn from this?
Finally, the film touches on the theme of talent management. Mandela recognizes the
importance of talent and skill in achieving his goals, and he works closely with Pienaar to
identify and develop the talent of the rugby team. By investing in talent management and
providing opportunities for his team to grow and develop, Mandela is able to build a high-
performing team that can achieve its goals.
In terms of HR domains, the theme of leadership is particularly crucial. Effective
leadership is essential to creating a productive and engaged workforce, and HR
professionals play a key role in developing and nurturing leaders within their
organizations. HR professionals can use the example of Mandela's leadership to inspire
and motivate their own leaders, and to help them develop the skills and qualities needed
to lead their teams to success.