Glory
1989, History/Drama, 2h 2m
44 Reviews 50,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Bolstered by exceptional cinematography, powerful storytelling, and an Oscar-winning performance by Denzel Washington, Glory remains one of the finest Civil War movies ever made. Read critic reviews
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Col. Robert Gould Shaw
Pvt. Trip
Sgt. Maj. John Rawlins
Maj. Cabot Forbes
Pvt. Jupiter Sharts
Cpl. Thomas Searles
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Critic Reviews for Glory
All Critics (44) | Top Critics (13) | Fresh (41) | Rotten (3)
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The film's chief virtue is its spectacular choreography. The final battle... is a striking combination of dynamism and clarity.
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Exceptionally well-rendered and emotive war drama.
January 6, 2010 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review… -
It is the movie's often awesome imagery and a bravely soaring choral score by James Horner that transfigure the reality, granting it the status of necessary myth.
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A stirring and long overdue tribute to the black soldiers who fought for the Union cause in the Civil War.
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A pretty watchable and always interesting period film, well photographed by English cinematographer Freddie Francis.
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The stark clarity of Freddie Francis' cinematography combined with Zwick's intimate style evokes immediacy and fear.
June 24, 2006 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Glory
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Jun 18, 2014I will have to praise this American war drama directed by Edward Zwick and starring Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington, Cary Elwes and Morgan Freeman. It had everything you need for a good movie! Stunning cinematography , inspirational screenplay written by Kevin Jarre, based on the personal letters of Colonel Robert Gould Shaw, outstanding acting with powerful characters, dramatic music... like following instructions of "How to make a good movie" manual. Wasn't perfect, but, it is one of the better war movies I've seen in my lifetime! The story is about the first formal unit of the US Army during the American Civil War to be made up entirely of African-American men, as told from the point of view of Colonel Shaw, its white commanding officer. They were the first unit of what became known as the United States Colored Troops and known for their heroic actions at Fort Wagner. The film was nominated for five Academy Awards and won three, including Denzel Washington for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Private Trip. Amazing! It won many other awards, including from the British Academy, the Golden Globe Awards, the Kansas City Film Critics Circle, Political Film Society, the NAACP, among others. It is sad that this movie made only $26,828,365... still, it was considered a moderate financial success, taking into account its $18 million budget. A wonderful story of black soldiers which did not have commercially convenient white hero... it was a tale of the 54th Regiment, not Colonel Shaw, but at the same time the two were inseparable.Panta O Super Reviewer
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Nov 11, 2013A powerful and inspirational Civil War epic, Glory is a brilliantly crafted film from director Edward Zwick. The story follows the formation of the first all-black volunteer Union Army regiment of the Civil War, and their exploits at the Battle of Fort Wagner. Starring Matthew Broderick, Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman, and Cary Elwes, the performances are all especially good; particularly Washington, who gives a career performance. And, the writing does an excellent job at developing the characters. Additionally, the sets and costumes are all exceptionally well-done, giving an authentic feel to the film. The battle sequences are also extraordinary, portraying a gritty and realistic picture of warfare. And enough cannot be said about James Horner's magnificent score, which is incredibly passionate and spiritual. Based on a remarkable true story, Glory is a compelling film about courage and bravery.Dann M Super Reviewer
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May 13, 2013Edward Zwick's Glory is a stunning, well acted war drama about the first all black regiment that fought in the civil war. Matthew Broderick heads a great cast of talented actors who all deliver some terrific performances. This is a well paced movie that tells a thrilling story that is a must see for cinema buffs everywhere. Now, I've never really been a fan of Broderick's work, but in Glory he really gives a stunning, immaculate performance that you simply can't ignore. Glory is a powerful picture that succeeds at telling a great story due to the fact that Edward Zwick is a great director, and all his films are wonderful, but Glory is by far one of his finest. War film fans will surely enjoy this different genre film, and it is a film that not only acts as a war picture, but one that holds a powerful message. I really enjoyed the film, and thought that it is a stunning piece of cinema that is worth checking out if you love war films. Broderick shines here, and he has come a long way since playing in Ferris Bueller's Day Off. You can clearly see him maturing as an actor and it is a stunning performance that will erase doubt in what he can accomplish as an actor. Broderick is great here, but other performances that stand out are that of Morgan Freeman and Denzel Washington. All three actors make the film that much more entertaining and with a well written script by screenwriter Kevin Jarre, this is an accomplished picture that also acts as an important history lesson. Edward Zwick is an underrated director, and he deserves more praise in terms of filmmaking as he truly has an eye for making entertaining and memorable films that stand out among others. Glory is a great film that is elevated with a powerful script, flawless acting and directing. If you love war films, you owe it to yourself to check this one out.Alex r Super Reviewer
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Nov 10, 2012This sweeping epic is the movie that solidified Denzel Washington as an academy award winner and a bankable leading man. Glory is the Civil War story of the all-black members of the 54th Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, headed by Matthew Broderick's Col. Robert Gould Shaw. This is a powerful movie of courage and heroism with an academy award winning performance from a Denzel Washington. Beautifully filmed and directed by Ed Zwick. A must see.Jasen L Super Reviewer
Glory Quotes
| John Rawlins: | [part of the prayer group] Lord, we stand before you this evening, to say thank you! And we thank you, father, for your grace, and your many blessings! Now I run off, leaving all my young'uns and my kinfolk, in bondage. So I'm standing here this evening, Heavenly Father, to ask your blessings on all of us. So that if tomorrow is the great getting-up morning, if that tomorrow we have to meet the Judgement Day, O Heavenly Father, we want you to let our folks know that we died facing the enemy! We want 'em to know that we went down standing up! Amongst those that are fighting against our oppression. We want 'em to know, Heavenly Father, that we died for freedom! We ask these blessings in Jesus' name. Amen! |
| Sgt. Mulcahy: | [berating Private Trip] You half-wit black bastard! Did they truly cut your balls off at birth? I'm gonna work on you, you bastard, until I get you broken. |
| Col. Robert Gould Shaw: | Dear Mother, They learn, learn quickly, faster than white troops it seems to me. They are almost grave and sedate under instruction and they restrain themselves. But the moment they are dismissed from drill every tongue is relaxed and every ivory tooth is visible and you would not know from the sound of it that this is an army camp. They must have learned this from long hours of meaningless, inhuman work oo set them free so quickly. It gives them great energy. And there is no doubt we will leave this state as fine a regiment as any that as marched. As ever, your son, Robert. |
| Col. Robert Gould Shaw: | Good morning gentlemen, I am Colonel Robert Gould Shaw. I am your commanding officer. It is a great pleasure to see you all here today. It is my hope that the same courage, spirit, and honor, which has brought us together, will one day restore this Union. May God bless us all. |
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