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The story of Johnson Whittaker, one of the first African-American cadets admitted to West Point. Tied down and beaten by his fellow cadets, Whittaker was court-martialed on the grounds that he staged his own assault to avoid taking a philosophy exam. His defense attorneys consisted of a racist and a Harvard Graduate who squabble over how best to present his defense.

Director:

Harry Moses [2],

Starring:

Mason Adams [3], Sam Waterston [13], Seth Gilliam [4], Greg Germann [47], John Glover [8], Eddie Bracken [2], Samuel L. Jackson [93],

Screen Formats:

Full Frame 1.33:1

Language and Sound:

English Dolby Digital Stereo

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