It runs a compact 1h 23m.
Synopsis
During World War II, a young African American is forced to continue his family’s tradition of military service when he's drafted into the Army. Despite complications that arise during basic training, including his jealousy following his girlfriend's flirtatious attention to his sergeant, the young soldier becomes a hero when he locates Japanese saboteurs operating a radio station outside of his military base.
Ratings
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| IMDb | 4.8/10 |
| TMDB | 6.5/102 votes |
Key crew
- Spencer WilliamsDirector, Writer
Cast
- Hugo MartinRodney Tucker Jr.
- George T. SuttonGramps Sam Tucker
- Myra D. HemmingsMama T.
- Emmet JacksonSgt. Keen
- L.K. SmithRufus
- Georgia KellyMartha Adams
- Clarissy DearyJenny
- Lawrence 'Pepper' NeelyWash
- Estrica McZekkashingWimpy
- J.W. HemmingsThe Hobo