Glory (1998, DVD)

Glory is a great movie which takes place during Civil War. We see what company
of all black soldiers and what job they did. Matthew Brodrick and Densil Washington give remarkable performances.

I bought this movie because I am active in civil war reenacting and I like anything having to do with the civil war. I especially liked the history relating to the black militia and the white military leaders who believed in them. I loved the movie! I would reccommend it to anyone who had an interest in the civil war.

This is the most meaningful movie I have ever seen about the Civil War. I am a white man, and this movie is a great testament to the perseverance of all men against racial prejudice and discrimination. It shows that honor, truth, courage, and character ARE NOT the domain of any race.

This is an awesome movie for those that love to watch and learn about our fore-fathers.It also teaches us of prejudices that blacks along with whites had to overcome.If our country is to become a great nation,WE as a people must OVERCOME.

Enjoyed the movie on TV. Wanted my own to view when I wanted to. Bid on the DVD, it was shipped right away. Item was as advertised. Very satisfied.

I have not receved this movie because the morons that I bought it from never shipped it.. It went to a pay pal dispute./

Broderick, Elwes, and Washington come together to make this a phenomenal film. Would recommend to anyone.

I WAS COMFORTABLE WITH THE FACT THE SELLER HAD A HIGH RATING, AND THE SELLER WAS FAST AND EASY TO DEAL WITH,

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.

I first watched the short edited version version at school then i rented it and i loved the full version now i am going to buy it on ebay because i can't find it in any store.

I like the movie because of the action and the actors. I wanted to buy this DVD on ebay because the stores didn't have it on sale. At the store Glory was at least $50 for the DVD, and wasn't paying that much for a movie that old.

Very well satisfied - bought it because my husband has been wanting this movie for a long time - it is a Christmas present so we haven't actually watched it yet. But condition looks excellent.

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.

I recently purchased the DVD Glory. My husband & I have a great interest in American history & was not disappointed with this movie. The acting & storie line was top notch. Very interesting & held your interest to the very end. Winner of 3 academy awards & can be viewed full or wide screen in three different languages. A must see with an all star cast. Sorry we waited so long to see it.