Glory

"Glory"
By: Grace Fogel
Released in 1989, the movie "Glory", produced by Edward Zwick, was a war movie of history.
Kernel Robert Gould Shaw, an officer of the Federal Army, volunteered to lead the first company of black soldiers during the American Civil War. He deals with the hardship of training and disciplineing the freed slaves who volunteered to serve the country.  Even with the lack of supplies, weaponry, and uniforms,  Shaw transforms the once slaves into soldiers.
The lead character officer Shaw, played by Matthew Brodwick did a good job at playing the role of an officer. The supporting roles Trip, played by Denzel Washington, and major Forbes, played by Carey Elwes did acceptional jobs at playing their roles. Matthew Brodwick is also famously known for his role in Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
I enjoyed the message and theme of the movie. It was a mostly accurate representation of this time in the Civil War. I thought there were some parts of the movie that were dull or dry, but nevertheless, the movie was not a disappointment.
I would recommend this movie to teenagers and up. This movie is a must see for people who enjoy history and war movies. It might not be th best choice for young children due to its language and somewhat violent scenes. I would rate this movie as a PG-13. In conclusion, the movie is not bad, but it is not the genre I prefer to watch. I give the movie 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Grace Fogel is a sophomore in high school who attends Sterling High in Somerdale, NJ. Continuing to work hard in school, she looks forward to continuing her education into college. She also enjoys playing volleyball, art, and music.