The greatest war film ever also an indictment on bigotry

Rating: Null/10 (6 July 1999)

Let's just say that if "Glory" lacked a decent storyline, fascinating battle scenes or rich time-period authenticity, it would still be watchable because of the phenomenal performances of Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman and Andre Braugher.
There are undeniable reasons why this film won Oscars for Cinematography and Best Supporting Actor (Washington), both are phenomenal to witness and are equally unforgettable. The trials and tribulations of the slaves-turned-soldiers during the Civil War evoke caring empathetic emotions by a viewer and the courageous charge by the soldiers at the climax of the film can only be rivaled by "The Charge of the Light Brigade".
Matthew Broderick and Cary Elwes are very, very good as the commanding officers but the supporting cast are vivid, fascinating and courageously beautiful. "Glory" is an important film that doubles as a period piece and current social commentary. Any film lover deserves, and needs, to view this astonishing film.