Home of the Brave

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Home of the Brave

Released May 12, 1949

1h 25m

War

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Paralyzed African-American veteran Peter Moss (James Edwards) is undergoing psychoanalysis after suffering a nervous breakdown. As Moss recounts his trauma to an army psychiatrist (Jeff Corey), he reveals countless examples of the everyday racism he experienced as a civilian. Moss also discusses an intense mission he went on during World War II. Although he is psychically damaged, his doctor believes Moss can walk again if he can figure out a way to let go of his emotional wounds.

Critics Consensus

Home of the Brave is a powerful portrayal of the soldier's life, a strong indictment of discrimination, and above all an engaging, well-acted drama.

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Helen Bower

Detroit Free Press

Edwards is a sensitive actor and a strong, stalwart man. But the character of Mingo as played by Lovejoy has depths and silences and understanding that will make it memorable.

Nov 17, 2020

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Bob Murphy

Minneapolis Star Tribune

It's comparatively seldom that one gets to hang the adjective "great" on a motion picture without feeling like a press agent, but here's a case where it belongs.

Nov 17, 2020

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TIME Staff

TIME Magazine

For all its faults, the film has novelty, emotional wallop and the excitement that comes from wrestling with a real problem, rather than fencing with a cooked-up plot.

Nov 17, 2020

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Edwin F. Melvin

Christian Science Monitor

The film mingles war drama with psychiatric analysis. It sets forth the combination in a tense ably told narrative that provide: abundant food for thought.

Aug 17, 2022

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Mandel Herbstman

Motion Picture Daily

Although the picture underlines a social problem, it primarily has been fashioned for entertainment and as such is a first-class job that mounts to moments of raw power and excitement.

May 11, 2021

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Frank E. Hanratty

Ottawa Citizen

The makers of Home of the Brave have succeeded in probing into the minds and souls of a small group of representative American soldiers to find a telling story of the bitter fruit reaped by those who are the victims of race prejudice.

May 11, 2021

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not going spoil the dynamite

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/25/23

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way b4 sydney poitier james edwards was busting down walls & dealing with post WWII racial prejudice

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/21/23

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douglas g

If you get a chance see this movie. It would make a good addition for any Veterans Day film festival. The acting and production level are both good and it doesn't seem dated. Check out how the cast is credited when it come on...

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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James Edwards was one of the first Black actors to break the Hollywood stereotypes of Black people. It's a good film and it does pay some tribute to Black participation in World War II.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/03/23

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Audience Member

I admire the fact this film tackles racial issues long before it became trendy. It subtly deals with race issues, basically not the blunt over the top way Oprah Winfrey does. Nice performances. The writing is a bit obvious, but it is well meaning and sincere. Skillfully directed by Stanley Kramer.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/30/23

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Steve Brodie

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Jeff Corey

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Synopsis

Paralyzed African-American veteran Peter Moss (James Edwards) is undergoing psychoanalysis after suffering a nervous breakdown. As Moss recounts his trauma to an army psychiatrist (Jeff Corey), he reveals countless examples of the everyday racism he experienced as a civilian. Moss also discusses an intense mission he went on during World War II. Although he is psychically damaged, his doctor believes Moss can walk again if he can figure out a way to let go of his emotional wounds.

Director: Mark Robson
Producer: Stanley Kramer
Screenwriter: Carl Foreman
Production Co: Stanley Kramer Company
Genre: War
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 12, 1949, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 2, 2021
Runtime: 1h 25m

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