Glory
DramaHistoryWar
13+R
1989·2h 2m·Edward Zwick·Freddie Fields Productions·● Script read & verified
This is Glory, the Civil War drama about the first African American regiment in the Union Army, the 54th Massachusetts Infantry, led by young white...
Best watched together — The historical context and racial themes require discussion to process appropriately
Heads Up for Parents
The film doesn't shy away from the racial language and attitudes of the 1860s, which may be jarring for modern audiences
What's In It
Violence
Mild▸
Language
Mild▸
Scary
Very Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
Very Mild▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Faith & Religion
●Christian themes
The film depicts Colonel Shaw's religious faith through prayer scenes and his struggle with moral purpose in leading black soldiers. Christian belief provides spiritual grounding for several characters facing the brutality of war.
Community Notes
- Some critics note the film centers a white protagonist in a story about Black courage
- Debate over historical accuracy of some characterizations and events
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Courage in fighting for equality despite personal risk
- ✓The dignity and humanity of people fighting against oppression
- ✓How ordinary individuals can become part of historic change
Cast:Matthew BroderickDenzel WashingtonCary ElwesMorgan FreemanJihmi Kennedy