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Sergeant Rutledge (1960)

"Forget all the suspense you have ever seen! Forget all the excitement you have ever known!"

7.019601h 51mEN
WesternCrimeDrama

Directed by John Ford

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 51m

Language

EN

Release

May 18, 1960

Director

John Ford

Official Trailer

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Overview

Respected black cavalry Sergeant Brax Rutledge stands court-martial for raping and killing a white woman and murdering her father, his superior officer.

Cast

Jeffrey Hunter

Jeffrey Hunter

Lt. Tom Cantrell

Woody Strode

Woody Strode

1st Sgt. Braxton Rutledge

Constance Towers

Constance Towers

Mary Beecher

Billie Burke

Billie Burke

Mrs. Cordelia Fosgate

Juano Hernández

Juano Hernández

Sgt. Matthew Luke Skidmore

Willis Bouchey

Willis Bouchey

Col. Otis Fosgate - president of the court-martial

Carleton Young

Carleton Young

Capt. Shattuck - prosecutor

Judson Pratt

Judson Pratt

Lt. Mulqueen (court-martial board member)

Chuck Roberson

Chuck Roberson

Court-Martial Board Member (uncredited)

Chuck Hayward

Chuck Hayward

Capt. Dickinson (uncredited)

Phil Adams

Phil Adams

Court Guard (uncredited)

Mario Arteaga

Mario Arteaga

Mexican (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Sergeant Rutledge (1960), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Respected black cavalry Sergeant Brax Rutledge stands court-martial for raping and killing a white woman and murdering her father, his superior officer.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Sergeant Rutledge. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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