Elsewheregave him a steady job on TV, it wasA Soldier’s Storythat made him a movie star.
Directed byNorman Jewison, it was an adaptation ofCharles Fuller’sPulitzer Prize-winningA Soldier’s Play.
‘A Soldier’s Story’ Explores Internalized Racism
The year is 1944, and Capt.
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The victim is Maj. Sgt.
Davenport interviews the base cadets, who have never seen a Black commissioned officer before.
Through flashbacks, a picture is drawn of Sgt.
In rural Louisiana during World War II, Captain Davenport, a black military lawyer, is tasked with investigating the murder of a black Master Sergeant. Confronted with racial tensions, an uncooperative command, and fearful troops, Davenport must navigate deceit and prejudice to uncover the truth behind the crime.
One man, Pvt.
Memphis (Larry Riley).
Waters detests what he calls “Geechees” i.e.
In rural Louisiana during World War II, Captain Davenport, a black military lawyer, is tasked with investigating the murder of a black Master Sergeant. Confronted with racial tensions, an uncooperative command, and fearful troops, Davenport must navigate deceit and prejudice to uncover the truth behind the crime.
This trippy sci-fi thriller is one of Washington’s most intriguing collaborations with Tony Scott.
you’re able to see the way this dynamic plays out with Capt.
It’s also represented in Pvt.
He could play anything: an inspirational figure, a romantic lead, an action hero, a villain.
That was certainly the case with Pvt.
A Soldier’s Storyis currently available to rent or buy on Prime Video in the U.S.
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