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Their innocence. Their heritage. Their lives. Nothing would be spared in the fight for their freedom.
Based on the letters of Colonel Robert G. Shaw. Shaw was an officer in the Federal Army during the American Civil War who volunteered to lead the first company of black soldiers. Shaw was forced to deal with the prejudices of both the enemy (who had orders to kill commanding officers of blacks), and of his own fellow officers.
MPAA: Rated R for strong war violence and some language.
Principal Cast:
Director: Edward Zwick
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- May God Bless Us All Glory
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Col. Shaw addresses his volunteer company of black soldiers for the first time.
Themes: Leadership, Courage, War, Honor, Reconciliation, Solidarity, Mission, Speech, Civil War
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1:43
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- How Many Are Left? Glory
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When word reaches Col. Shaw and his men that confederate soldiers will shoot on sight any black union soldier or any officer in command of black soldiers, Col. Shaw gives his men the option to retire.
Themes: Leadership, Counting the Cost, Risk, Integrity, Choices, Duty, Courage, Steadfast, Fear
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3:30
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- Tear It Up Glory
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After learning that their wages will be less than originally agreed upon because of their skin color, the men decide to tear up their pay vouchers in protest.
Themes: Leadership, Pride, Dignity, Unity, Passion, Discrimination, Equality, Rebellion, Solidarity
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2:28
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- Our Time Glory
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After instigating a confrontation with his hateful rhetoric, Pvt. Trip is confronted by Sgt. Rawlins and put in his place.
Themes: Pride, Dignity, Enlightenment, Bitterness, Anger, Resentment, Racism, Appreciation, Respect
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2:32
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- What's The Point? Glory
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After receiving an honor from his commanding officer, Pvt. Trip questions his purpose and worth to the cause of freedom.
Themes: Sin, Pride, Perspective, War, Honor, Pessimism, Despair, Discouragement, Cynicism
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2:40
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