Interesting view of Hollywood. This is a story about a First Sergeant in the Buffalo Soldiers, a segregated unit of black men that served in the 9th Cavalry after the civil war. The cover carries the statement "See how much the color of the skin weighs on the scales of justice," a little editorial about bias in America, as if we didn't know about that. The title role of First Sergeant Braxton Rutledge is played by Woody Strode, who plays the role well. The entire story is about Rutledge, who appears in every scene and demonstrates his character and courage throughout the film. Top billing, however, goes to the white people - Jeffrey Hunter, who plays Rutledge's company commander, Constance Towers, who plays a romantic interest, and Billie Burke, who bumbles around for a few scenes, then disappears. Woody Strode appears among the supporting cast. I wonder why the racially enlightened Hollywood didn't give him top billing?Read full review
A classic movie about an age old question, race relations, even in time of conflict. THe movie was well written and beautifully portrayed by the John Wayne 'crew'. Just about everybody in his series of films have a contributing role. Of course, the gorgeous Monument Valley backdrop can always be appreciated. Watch it for the closing legal arguments as the defense and prosecution go at it in regards to frontier race justice. I bought it for that reason alone. In case you don't know, the movie is about a black cavalry Sgt. accused of murdering and raping a white girl. Tensions are high and ropes are laid out but something happens.. watch it!!
Great movie and in very good condition.
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Intriguing story line and interesting characters.
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It is an excellent movie and historically accurate movie. really showed the prejudice against African Americans of that time period!
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