A Soldier's Story
Storyline & Synopsis
In a rural town in Louisiana, a black Master Sergeant is found shot to death just outside the local Army Base. Military lawyer, Captain Davenport—also a black man—is sent from Washington to conduct an investigation. Facing an uncooperative chain of command and fearful black troops, Davenport must battle with deceit and prejudice in order to find out exactly who really did kill the Master Sergeant.
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Quick Facts: A Soldier's Story
When was A Soldier's Story released?
A Soldier's Story was released on 14 September 1984.
Who stars in A Soldier's Story?
The movie stars Howard Rollins, Adolph Caesar, Art Evans, Robert Townsend, Denzel Washington.
Who directed A Soldier's Story?
A Soldier's Story is directed by Norman Jewison.
What is the IMDb rating of A Soldier's Story?
A Soldier's Story has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 from 13K votes.
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