Popcorn and Inspiration: 1951’s ‘The Red Badge of Courage’

Ian Kane
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Passed | 1h 9min | Drama, War | 1951

Compared to World War II and the Vietnam War, equally important conflicts such as the American Civil War (1861–65) aren’t covered as much—at least in the realm of cinema. But back in 1951, visionary director John Huston made a film about a detachment of young Civil War soldiers: “The Red Badge of Courage.”

Ian Kane
Ian Kane
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Ian Kane is an U.S. Army veteran, author, filmmaker, and actor. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.
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