‘Glory’ Returning To Theaters For 30th Anniversary
Edward Zwick’s Civil War dramaGloryis turning 30 this year, and the film will march back into theaters to mark the occasion. Fathom Events, Sony Pictures, and Turner Classic Movies, have partnered to showGloryon 600 movie screens around the U.S. on two select days. The screenings will feature pre- and post-film commentary that delves deeper into the production.
Glory Returning to Theaters
Gloryis “the heart-stopping story of the first black regiment to fight for the North in the Civil War”, starringMatthew Broderick,Denzel Washington,Cary ElwesandMorgan Freeman. In the film, “Broderick and Elwes are the idealistic young Bostonians who lead the regiment; Freeman is the inspirational sergeant who unites the troops; and Denzel Washington…is the runaway slave who embodies the indomitable spirit of the 54th Regiment of Massachusetts.” Washington won his first Oscar for his role inGlory, thanks to his powerful performance.
The film wasn’t a smash-hit, but critics lauded the movie, and it’s reputation remains strong (especially among high school history teachers, who love to show this thing whenever they get the chance).
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the film’s release, and you’ll have a chance to catch it on the big screen as a result. PerForbes, “Glorywill be shown on more than 600 movie screens around the U.S. on Sunday, July 21 at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. and Wednesday, July 24 at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (all times local).” At these screenings, “TCM Primetime host Ben Mankiewicz will present special pre- and post-film commentary that offers even more background information on the film.”
Gloryholds up relatively well, although I don’t know if audiences are clamoring to see it on the big screen again. Perhaps the addition of commentary will draw in film buffs, or Matthew Broderick fans who really want to get their fix. For all the praiseGloryearned, it’s not without its flaws. I thinkRoger Ebert’s review hit the nail on the head:
