Avis sur le produitGlory (DVD, 1989)

Inspirational-suppose to be the most powerful and historically accurate movie made about the Civil War.

I purchased for a History teacher's film class and was so fortunate to find this great film at such a great price! shipping was lightning quick! Thank you so much!!

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Early black Union soldiers

Great story about the Fighting 59th of Massachusetts. Some facts left out and other dramatic items added, but, a good story all the same.

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"Glory" embodies the spirit that inspired a torn nation to do great & terrible things in a quest for & against freedom.

Based on a true story of Col. Robert Gould Shaw, Glory tells the tale of the US 54th Massachusetts infantry during the American Civil War. Outstanding performances with a star studded cast highlights a well directed, remarkably written & beautifully scored movie that captures your attention throughout this movie to the end, You will want to watch it again.Lire l'avis complet...

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glory to God it leads to a free country

Morgan Freeman stars in it. it is quite violent but it shows how another race was treated

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ted turner 10 yr history project

good for historical value also for young people good angle shots and over head vewing from helecopter angles 53000 died that day total good cover picture

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the black soldiers served the Union very well. They were good and brave under difficult circumstances.

the acting was excellent, the story was real and believable and the film was not long and drawn out.

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NO COMMENT!

The only thing that matters is that I like it. Whether others like it or not is NOT my concern. I saw the movie a few years ago. I have not looked at this DVD yet. I got the DVD at a very good price and THAT is why I purchased itn It is a good film and entertaining. Enjoy!Lire l'avis complet...

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Great Movie!

We threw out all our VHS movies and wanted this one on DVD. It is a great movie. If you like the history of the Civil War you will love this.

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Glory

When folks think of the Civil War, they think of white Northerners and Southerners clashing at places like Bull Run, Antetiem, Gettysburg, and Fredricksburg. But there's more to the story!

"Glory" is based on the true story of the 1st all-black unit of soldiers who fought for the Union. Although Northerners opposed slavery, they weren't interested in having blacks as equals either - including the military. The 54th Massachusetts, however, was created in 1862 to "test" whether blacks should be allowed to fight. A white man, Robert Shaw, was put in charge of creating a viable fighting force. It was no easy task ... first fighting for basic supplies like shoes and uniforms .... then it was actually reciving weapons and recieving proper drilling .... followed by the struggle to be permitted to actually fight anywhere. The story winds up at Fort (Battery)Wagner; the 54th Massacusetts lead the Union attack. Although the Union Army ended up in shambles, the 54th Massachusetts proved that black folks can - and will - fight.
(In fact, blacks helped add enough manpower to the Union Army to help defeat the Confederates.)

I like the story because it tells a story that is often forgotten. I've watched the movie several times ... wore out the tape and had to buy the DVD.Lire l'avis complet...

Probably the best Civil War movie ever made

Yeah, I know what you're thinking. It stars Matthew Broderick so it can't be any good. Didn't you watch Ferris Buehlers Day off? I did, and I liked that movie too. But anyway, how can you take Broderick in a serious role such as a Colonel for a Union regiment? I believe that Broderick did an outstanding job as the actor for Colonel Robert Shaw, even though at times he made it look awkward. I never lost the notion that he was a leader of men in an army.

The other cast members weren't bad either. Co-starring academy award winners Morgan Freeman and Denzel Washington as soldiers in the african american regiment. Morgan Freeman gives a wonderful performance as a father-like figure to Broderick's Shaw. Denzel Washington's bad guy turned good role as private Trips should have won him an best acting award.

The thing about this movie which makes it so great is that the setting, the clothing, and music makes the audience feel apart of the time period. Makes them feel like they were smack dab in the middle of the war. Thats how I felt anyway. Its not about killing or honor, its about the man next to you. That is the major theme in any war movie and this one definitely has that theme throughout.

Even if you aren't a Civil War fanatic, if you're a fan of brotherhood and friendship, of compassion for your fellow man. This is the movie for you.Lire l'avis complet...