I live very close to Morris Island, the same island where Fort Wagner once stood. Some years after the Civil War ended, the ocean reclaimed Fort Wagner. All that is left there today is white sandy beach, azure ocean blue, and the whispers of our past. Today, I see boaters, tourists, black and white, who have not a clue of the sacrifice made on this blood-stained piece of Earth. All around us, the voices of history softly murmur the truth. If only we’d take the time to listen. Give ‘em hell 54th!
And to the defenders from the 20th South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment, who were stationed at Fort Wagner and engaged in this battle to save their homeland from aggression.
@@KrisWustrow during a war, it's only pain and suffering. Blacks, whites paid a heavy price. 150 years after the beginning of the Civil War - millions and millions of people kept suffering from wars during the 20th century, and still now - we all should think about it. And find ways to live peacefully on this earth, whatever our skin color, whatever our language, nationality, culture, religion (if we have one).
@@xaviercoppee3650 That's all true. But there is nothing "peaceful" about Leftists removing statues honoring a nation's heroes in order to achieve some sort of retribution.
When I was a child I was crushed that they lost the battle at Fort Wagner, but now as a man I see they won the war in showing the entire world they were not slaves and died as free men who set other men and women free.
Yes they did along with thousands others across the Union. I am also sad for those who started a war that they could not in the end win. It was time to end 250 years of enslavement of a race of people who had suffered long enough. It would take both the North and South who had condoned the practice of slavery before the nation was founded. It was God's hand that brought to an end.
Couldn't agree more. Sad to see schools glossing over 'uncomfortable subjects' to be more PC. The only way to change the present is to learn from the past.
They gave their all for all of us , not just you or me or any one person. It's the idea , the very ideal that all men, are created equal. FIGHT ON 54th!
Glad to see there are lots of other die-hard "Glory" and James Horner fans. In all the years since '89, new friends or first dates would ask...."What's your favorite movie?" When I'd tell them it was "Glory", they'd look confused. " I don't remember that movie" most would say. Occasionally, a guy would respond...."You mean that movie back in the '80's about the black Civil War regiment?" Yep, I'd say amused by their obvious confusion because I knew they always expected a white female to hold "Titanic" or some such big film with a lot of romance in it as their favorite movie. I was always so disappointed that most people didn't even remember Glory if they ever even saw the film which came and went so quietly without the fanfare it deserved. It was an incredible script with astonishing acting especially on the part of Denzel Washington who gave us, in my opinion, the most beautiful and powerful acting performance EVER and told us about a piece of history that desperately needed to be told. Honorable mention on the performance of the actor who played Sgt. Mulcahey, of course. Glory gave us the most incredible movie score that ever came out of Hollywood and woke some of us up to the remarkable talent of James Horner. . LOVED reading all the comments here. i see now that both the film, "Glory" and it's score are still burning brightly in the hearts of those, like me - those who can't forget the dramatic story line of the film, who can't forget Horner's Crown Jewel - the score of Glory. '
I can't agree more with your comment, probably the best work I've seen from Denzel and he's done so many great roles, I can watch this movie over and over and get chills everytime
Saw this movie back when i was like 15. I was in Passaic high school. Our history teacher put it for us. We all knew how it was going to end. The ending came everybody stood in silence looking at the tv. I told the teacher can i go to the bathroom. He said yeah go. Went there to cry.
I use this movie in my High school history classes. This and Schindler's list. Also, when I get to teach an AP class on the American Civil war I use the PBS ken burns civil war series. Some would say that these take up to much class time. But I believe they teach important lessons that books and teachers can't. This year I will teaching a class on the civil war again...after 14 years. I am excited. It will include the visitation of around 14 battle fields. I am from Minnesota...so big road trip. When I see former students they always mention our trip from 2006.
@@maddycurtis6300 Me too, I just watched it last night again probably for the 30th time. Horner was a wizard using his music to emphasize the movie moments. A grown man of 58 and I still balled my eyes out 2 or 3 times. We think we have such a hard life, it's nothing compared to what those men & women went thru. Sickens me to think we're still putting other far away countries through the same horrors even today. Did we not learn anything? And yet people glorify war as some sort god's divine right to kill & mane innocent people that did nothing to us. Will we ever evolve? Is this as good as it gets? 😥
I concur. "Gettysburg" and "Gods and Generals" are views of the American Civil War from many written accounts, but as a student of military history I cannot help but love this particular film for its closeness to a very personal history of a terrible internecine war that had not been recorded since Roman times.
Yes, even though aside from Shaw, these men are fictional composites, the battles the 54th Mass faced both in their own ranks and in the withering face of fire are all very true. This film is a fitting tribute to them and to true courage itself. It is their everlasting glory.
@@JamesRDavenport Well said, Sir. As a former British Army soldier whose family served the Empire for four hundred years and commanded native troops who gave us such mighty service that saved the World in two wars, it gives me a warm feeling to know that when the USA was struggling to find itself as a great nation, they gave their former slaves the freedom to fight for the greater victory that they believed would come one day. God keep you and yours, and may the USA do as well as those who fought for it then hoped.
As a direct descendent of slaves living in South Carolina at the time of the placement of this troop in Beaufort SC I am eternally grateful to the Union Army for ending human bondage. I also feel for those with a sad heart who fought on behalf of the South and who died in this just war. A war that freed 4,000,000 just individuals from 250 years of inhuman bondage. May they all Rest In Peace, for it was God's doing.
As I sit here in my room while watching this, it’s 5/8/22….I thank the men of the 54th Massachusetts regiment for their courage and sacrifice. Col Shaw you showed the world what a great leader can accomplish. God rest their souls. GIVE EM HELL 54!!!!
For 25 years, since my own army days, I shit you not, I have run to this soundtrack. Meditating all the while about sacrifice and doing what's necessary, not what is easy nor wanted. I would inevitably then run faster and faster to honor my brother's sacrifices. Shalom🌹
James Horner made some of the most patriotic themes I've ever heard. His scores are what I think about when I think of Patriotism in the classic sense.
The MEN of the 54th Massachusetts had their differences because of color but as time went on at the end together as one they died together as brothers with honor in their blood Gone but never forgotten salute to them all
This man made some of the most hauntingly patriotic themes from Glory to Deep Impact, told an epic love story with Titanic, made our heart race with the iconic Countdown theme in Aliens, transported us to a new era with his two Star Trek scores, touched our souls with his Braveheart score and brought the ideas of freedom to life with his Amastad(sp) score. He did so much more. I wish he had worked on Lincoln, but I’m forever thankful for his genius. RIP
@goodmusic37 you're absolutely right! Tbh it's the ONE John Williams score that doesn't instantly sound like a John Williams score. It sounds much more like a Horner score. Thanks for the correction!
Love this soundtrack and movie. God bless these brave men of the 54th. They have to be in heaven now. "There is no greater love than when a friend gives up his life for you". In this case they died for us. Same thing in my book.
Waaaaaay back in the day, I read about the 54th Mass. in my U.S. History class. A couple days later, Glory came out. I knew what was about to happen to the Regiment. I tried to hold back when the Regiment was marching out, but lost it at "Give 'Em Hell, 54th!"
Just remembering the final charging scenes and the falling of Col. Robert Gould Shaw brings tears to my eyes, and even more by remembering the genius of James Horner in creating this masterpiece that is so evocative. He could do this and more just by composing the sounds that tear our most deep feelings and emotions. Rest In Peace Mr. Horner. To the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment and Col. Gould Shaw, my utmost respect! May God keep you all in His Glory!
On this films release, a friend, his son and I went to our local cinema to see it. It was far from crowded. A sign of the times probably. CGI was beginning to encroach and audiences wanted to be 'Terminated' into suspending disbelief, which was a great shame, as this film was an accomplishment. And the score no less so. We three sat until the last credit had rolled and the last note had died away. The need to hear this theme to it's end was paramount to me. as I was completely hooked and went out the next day to order it. On vinyl. To the shop's assistant's amazement, as CD's were the in thing.
I totally agree wat music it was back then and even today wud lift the spirit of any human being no wars are just it’s just old men talking and young men dying but to all the brave men who died in those wars day will never be forgotten god rest there souls
If I were to hazard a guess, it is very likely I have listened to this masterpiece well over 100 times since discovering it when it came out in 1989. Glory is one of the founding scores for my passion and appreciation of the musical score and this end credit piece among the very best ever written.
James Horner, the undisputed master of the movie soundtrack genre. R.I.P. Mr. Horner. You have yet to compose your masterpiece - Heaven's soundtrack, which may well sound something like this. Thank you for that wonderful music, sir.
Men fight for lot's of reasons. God and country, kings, land, fire by the hearth and mom's apple pie. These men fought for the noblest cause of all. They did not fight only for freedom, but for the right to stand up, to hold their head up, to be counted, to not bow down to another man. They fought to give the constitution meaning. They fought for the right to be a man. They fought for everybody.
For all the men and women who ever fought to build a better world for us all to live in. Especially those who knew they would never see it themselves....
James, you had a unique gift! You had knowledge! You had the profession! You shared it with the world! You shared it with the film music industry! You became an icon for inspirational blockbusters! Your music is memorable! Films we grew up with watching composed by you filled us with nostalgia! Old school music! Breathtaking, powerful, inspirational, beautiful, haunting, epic, dramatic, suspenseful, everything else. We will never forget your films and the music that made your films watchable. Your music is captivating! We enjoy all music from you! We cannot believe it's over! We cannot believe you have gone so soon! We cannot believe things will change! Your music was old school, big time! No additional scores will be written! You were a boon to film music! You will be missed even as we speak! You may have died, but your music still lives on. We will continue to listen in memory of you. You have become a legend Mr. Horner! Everyone, even Kate Winslet says "I'll never let go!". No sir, we will never let go of your music! You were and always will be the man! James Horner, Prince of all film composers, may you rest in peace! Always continue to hear our prayers as we will always continue to hear your music! God rest your soul! ;....(
Some movies i just cant watch again. Too sad. And to think, this ACTUALLY happpened. This is our history SMH. RIP 54th. Thank u to all the whites and blacks who died for equality and love
@@peterbates6979 Well said, Peter. They have as great a selection of forebears as we do-the 54th, the Zulus, the King's African Rifles, the Xhosa, the Matabele and many other peoples whose tribal names live on for their history in battling for their freedom, howsoever the result. I pray that our coloured brothers and sisters find their proper way and join us on the road to a better tomorrow.
Yes I have only watched it once. It stirs within me men that died to bring an end to 250 years of bondage and hold together a nation. My ancestors were in bondage in SC in 1860.
Gives me chills and goose bumps every time i listen to it :) I watched this film none stop as a kid growing up :) Absolute classic film and soundtrack :)
I have LOVED this score for what feels like my whole life even though it came out when I was around 15. It was my first real foray into movie scores and still remains my favorite. Amazingly moving and inspirational, just like the movie itself and the story it told. So glad to know there are other fans of it
This is my favorite album. I've lived a musical life, musicians and music in all its forms, surrounding me since I was 3, i've been the manager of a record store for 12 years, and this is my desert island #1. Sorry, Reuben & the Jets. God bless you, James Horner. God bless the 54th. Here's to Glory. ❤🤍💙
Such A GREAT MOVIE**** Everything So Well Put Together Along HISTORICAL LINES*** The Production*** The Sets and Of Course The Actors and Music..Bravo!! To James Horner and The Harlem Boys Choir…It Hits Too the HEART n SOUL..
To the cowards who defaced the 54th monument who clearly have no idea about history, they can burn in Hell. The 54th will never be forgotten. A little “fun fact”. The Union Army asked the parents of Robert Shaw if they wanted the body exhumed from the mass grave so he can have a proper burial and they said “no, he would want to be buried with his men. He shall stay”.
I am BEYOND tired of classification colorizing etc...these MEN were AMERICAN MEN...and fought for FREEDOM.....and BY GOD....they got it...even though they paid the highest price a human pays on this earthly journey....and THAT....comforts me much very
There are movies that manage to change your life, inspire you, that give you hope, that make you dream and want to be a better person. All of us in the depths of our being know when we are in front of a good movie. I saw it as a teenager on VHS and was moved by it. Good cinema is capable of achieving that.
The music and scene where Gould Shaw is on his horse on the SC beach looking out, once, last time knowing it is his last time, since he was leading basically a cannon fodder suicide charge, was awesome. He saw a lot of war at Sharpsburg (Antitem). However; Fort Wagner did not fall until to end of the War. Brave men against the odds until the end on both sides. Men fighting for what they believed in, men of courage and valor, who did a duty, when called. But we should never glory in or romanticize war. The song "Year of Jubilee"on this soundtrack is my fav!.
James Horner❤ el no componía partituras para películas, el creaba verdaderas sinfonias! Transmitia mas que solo la emoción de lo visto en pantalla, provocaba una explosión de todos los sentidos al escucharlas y te desgarraba cada hilo del alma con obras como Glory. Escuchar los coros del epitafio seguida inmediatamente de esta pieza, end credits, logra hacerme llorar como una niña. Tal es el poder que transmite en cada nota. El ya no está entre nosotros. Está en las estrellas conduciendo una gran orquesta. Hasta siempre Jamrs Horner, gracias por visitar este mundo tan pequeño, gracias por heredarnos esta increíble musica. Gracias por haber estado aquí y dejarnos estas increíbles muestras de tu paso.
As a direct descendant of slaves living in South Carolina in 1860 it is always heartfelt to listen to any soul searching songs about that era of our country that we can only imagine. The ending of 250 years of bondage and what it costed to end it. The soundtrack of Glory reaches deep down to what it cost to hold a national together.
One of my favorite movies of all time cuz of how amazing story, acting, and music was. And because it has some amazing and courageous history in it. Also, I'm a huge James Horner fan and Glory was the first soundtrack I owned. How I miss you,Mr. Horner. This soundtrack and Apollo 13 are my top favs composed by him and his music always lifts me up. "Glory, Hallelujah!"
I remember watching this during my High school years and I never cry instead I was amazed by the music and I always wanted to hear it again because it's feel like a military Man came home where his wife and his children waiting for him or his children waiting for him, neither way the music does made me feel like I'm waiting for someone I haven't seen or heard from a long time.
Even Abraham Lincoln himself credited soldiers like the brave and honorable 54th for turning the tide. It saddens me that most Americans today have forgotten about them. Sound the bugle from Heaven men!!! (FYI, it was Shaw's idea to tear up the paychecks)
From Great Britain where it's thought that we loved the South over the North-think again. We didn't trust the North because the South provided the base for our industrial revolution over those who remembered 1776 and 1812, but we wanted an end to slavery that the South couldn't provide, but they made a financial deal that made the North panic that came close to bringing us in. The Northerners after 1862 knew that and emancipated said slaves and put a stop to the entire episode, and we are proud to call all the fine folk on both sides as our friends.
His sword was returned to his family after the Civil War by a Confederate officer that took it from his body.his body was treated with grate disrespect after his death. The sword was lost in the family then found and is on display in Boston. He was Buried in a mass grave with his men and is still with them.
I am in love with Colonel Robert Gould Shaw! I love the way he shone in his very handsome "Blue Suit"!!! I wish I could go back in Time, and meet him! I would love on him, and ultimately, save him from dying at The Second Battle of Fort Wagner! I just love him so much!
I saw this movie today and really, this is one of the best movies I've ever seen. And it is still directed by Edward Zwick, the same director of The Last Samurai and Blood Diamond.
I live very close to Morris Island, the same island where Fort Wagner once stood. Some years after the Civil War ended, the ocean reclaimed Fort Wagner. All that is left there today is white sandy beach, azure ocean blue, and the whispers of our past. Today, I see boaters, tourists, black and white, who have not a clue of the sacrifice made on this blood-stained piece of Earth. All around us, the voices of history softly murmur the truth. If only we’d take the time to listen. Give ‘em hell 54th!
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And to the defenders from the 20th South Carolina Volunteer Infantry Regiment, who were stationed at Fort Wagner and engaged in this battle to save their homeland from aggression.
@@KrisWustrow during a war, it's only pain and suffering. Blacks, whites paid a heavy price. 150 years after the beginning of the Civil War - millions and millions of people kept suffering from wars during the 20th century, and still now - we all should think about it. And find ways to live peacefully on this earth, whatever our skin color, whatever our language, nationality, culture, religion (if we have one).
@@xaviercoppee3650 That's all true. But there is nothing "peaceful" about Leftists removing statues honoring a nation's heroes in order to achieve some sort of retribution.
@@KrisWustrow We would all benefit from living together in harmony. If only we could stop being manipulated by dishonest and unscrupulous leaders.
I salute the Boys Choir of Harlem whose performance continues to stir all these years later.
They gave the men of the 54th a voice and they speak to us.
I was a member of that choir once; I thank you Sir! :)
Do they still perform these tracks live??
Amazing job they did on this music....amazing!
@@graceskerp Deep
I cried at this film. And not ashamed I did.
So did I, and neither am I.
I cry every time. It's a good thing, remember what those men gave their lives for.
If you don't, you're not human. "Give em he'll 54!"
Real men do.
You had plenty of company.
The soldiers of the 54th Massachusetts regiment were heroes then and still are heroes today. No one can take that away from them.
And no one should even try. It was horrible how Shaw's memorial was vandalized! I bet George Floyd would've been ashamed of them!!!
Ashame blm destroyed their monument
@@wolverinet86r Are you kidding me?
@@wolverinet86r Why though. He wasn't problematic, at least for the time, from what I know.
Amen.
I admit this movie brings me to tears every time. The best civil war movie!
Me too.
When I was a child I was crushed that they lost the battle at Fort Wagner, but now as a man I see they won the war in showing the entire world they were not slaves and died as free men who set other men and women free.
Yes they did along with thousands others across the Union. I am also sad for those who started a war that they could not in the end win. It was time to end 250 years of enslavement of a race of people who had suffered long enough. It would take both the North and South who had condoned the practice of slavery before the nation was founded. It was God's hand that brought to an end.
More movies needs to be made like this. It is our history and knowing of it makes us strong not weak.
Couldn't agree more. Sad to see schools glossing over 'uncomfortable subjects' to be more PC. The only way to change the present is to learn from the past.
@@wheresmycar9676 like what?
Thank you 54th and all soldiers who shed their blood for my freedom....
Kevin G I give them honor and thanks for fighting for what they thought was freedom
Arrogance... we did it for Horner ❤🇺🇸❤lol ❤
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If it weren't for these fighting men, we might never have been here. Let their names be honored and remembered forever.
They gave their all for all of us , not just you or me or any one person.
It's the idea , the very ideal that all men, are created equal.
FIGHT ON 54th!
To Col Robert Gould Shaw and the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment! I salute you, You'll always be remembered.
Brandon Bryant i stand at a attention for you and your regiment
I argued with you
Amen My Brother!
That salute Mr. Bryant, is returned in full by every member of the unit.
You may never see them do that, but they see yours...
FIGHT ON 54th!!
Rest in light, Soldiers. Duty done.
Glad to see there are lots of other die-hard "Glory" and James Horner fans. In all the years since '89, new friends or first dates would ask...."What's your favorite movie?" When I'd tell them it was "Glory", they'd look confused. " I don't remember that movie" most would say. Occasionally, a guy would respond...."You mean that movie back in the '80's about the black Civil War regiment?" Yep, I'd say amused by their obvious confusion because I knew they always expected a white female to hold "Titanic" or some such big film with a lot of romance in it as their favorite movie. I was always so disappointed that most people didn't even remember Glory if they ever even saw the film which came and went so quietly without the fanfare it deserved. It was an incredible script with astonishing acting especially on the part of Denzel Washington who gave us, in my opinion, the most beautiful and powerful acting performance EVER and told us about a piece of history that desperately needed to be told. Honorable mention on the performance of the actor who played Sgt. Mulcahey, of course. Glory gave us the most incredible movie score that ever came out of Hollywood and woke some of us up to the remarkable talent of James Horner. . LOVED reading all the comments here. i see now that both the film, "Glory" and it's score are still burning brightly in the hearts of those, like me - those who can't forget the dramatic story line of the film, who can't forget Horner's Crown Jewel - the score of Glory. '
Beautifully stated and I absolutely agree.
I can't agree more with your comment, probably the best work I've seen from Denzel and he's done so many great roles, I can watch this movie over and over and get chills everytime
This was one of my favorites when I was a kid.
I appreciate and agree with every word that you wrote. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Greatest war movie I’ve ever seen. This soundtrack truly captures the emotions felt by the characters and audience alike.
Yes, it does. It displays the darkness and the promise of America. It is not a dream...it is a promise. One paid dearly.
This is the greatest Civil War film but Platoon, Full Metal Jacket, Apocalypse Now, Saving Private Ryan, etc are better war films in general.
@@EcstaticTemporality Amen and amen!
RIP James Horner, you will be forever missed
Saw this movie back when i was like 15. I was in Passaic high school. Our history teacher put it for us. We all knew how it was going to end. The ending came everybody stood in silence looking at the tv. I told the teacher can i go to the bathroom. He said yeah go. Went there to cry.
Respect to the 54th! Ever since I saw this movie in high school my whole attitude towards history changed
My attitude towards black people changed.
@Wesley Brown no respect to traitors who wanted to maintain slavery and racial supremacy
The film beautifully depicts the last full measure of devotion from President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address.
I use this movie in my High school history classes. This and Schindler's list. Also, when I get to teach an AP class on the American Civil war I use the PBS ken burns civil war series. Some would say that these take up to much class time. But I believe they teach important lessons that books and teachers can't. This year I will teaching a class on the civil war again...after 14 years. I am excited. It will include the visitation of around 14 battle fields. I am from Minnesota...so big road trip. When I see former students they always mention our trip from 2006.
@@elrond3737 your class is blessed to have you as their teacher.
I always choke up when I hear this.
The first 30 seconds are the most compelling.
I come close. Honestly the whole record, it really does it to me. As well as during a viewing of the film itself.
@@maddycurtis6300 Me too, I just watched it last night again probably for the 30th time. Horner was a wizard using his music to emphasize the movie moments. A grown man of 58 and I still balled my eyes out 2 or 3 times. We think we have such a hard life, it's nothing compared to what those men & women went thru.
Sickens me to think we're still putting other far away countries through the same horrors even today. Did we not learn anything? And yet people glorify war as some sort god's divine right to kill & mane innocent people that did nothing to us. Will we ever evolve? Is this as good as it gets? 😥
The Boys Choir of Harlem made it very poignant .
The best Civil War film to date. The perfect combination of History and Fiction mixed into a beautiful cinimatic masterpeice.
I concur. "Gettysburg" and "Gods and Generals" are views of the American Civil War from many written accounts, but as a student of military history I cannot help but love this particular film for its closeness to a very personal history of a terrible internecine war that had not been recorded since Roman times.
we all did brother . respect for the fallen may they rest in piece
Yes, even though aside from Shaw, these men are fictional composites, the battles the 54th Mass faced both in their own ranks and in the withering face of fire are all very true. This film is a fitting tribute to them and to true courage itself. It is their everlasting glory.
@@JamesRDavenport Well said, Sir. As a former British Army soldier whose family served the Empire for four hundred years and commanded native troops who gave us such mighty service that saved the World in two wars, it gives me a warm feeling to know that when the USA was struggling to find itself as a great nation, they gave their former slaves the freedom to fight for the greater victory that they believed would come one day. God keep you and yours, and may the USA do as well as those who fought for it then hoped.
My partner and I watch this incredible movie once a year. We always cry. Thank You from London UK.
As a direct descendent of slaves living in South Carolina at the time of the placement of this troop in Beaufort SC I am eternally grateful to the Union Army for ending human bondage. I also feel for those with a sad heart who fought on behalf of the South and who died in this just war. A war that freed 4,000,000 just individuals from 250 years of inhuman bondage. May they all Rest In Peace, for it was God's doing.
As I sit here in my room while watching this, it’s 5/8/22….I thank the men of the 54th Massachusetts regiment for their courage and sacrifice. Col Shaw you showed the world what a great leader can accomplish. God rest their souls. GIVE EM HELL 54!!!!
For 25 years, since my own army days, I shit you not, I have run to this soundtrack. Meditating all the while about sacrifice and doing what's necessary, not what is easy nor wanted. I would inevitably then run faster and faster to honor my brother's sacrifices. Shalom🌹
The entire Soundtrack is the emotional roller coaster and it's probably one of the greatest Soundtracks to a movie ever made.
James Horner made some of the most patriotic themes I've ever heard. His scores are what I think about when I think of Patriotism in the classic sense.
The MEN of the 54th Massachusetts had their differences because of color but as time went on at the end together as one they died together as brothers with honor in their blood
Gone but never forgotten salute to them all
This man made some of the most hauntingly patriotic themes from Glory to Deep Impact, told an epic love story with Titanic, made our heart race with the iconic Countdown theme in Aliens, transported us to a new era with his two Star Trek scores, touched our souls with his Braveheart score and brought the ideas of freedom to life with his Amastad(sp) score. He did so much more. I wish he had worked on Lincoln, but I’m forever thankful for his genius. RIP
i heartily agree but i believe Amistad was scored by John Williams.
@goodmusic37 you're absolutely right! Tbh it's the ONE John Williams score that doesn't instantly sound like a John Williams score. It sounds much more like a Horner score. Thanks for the correction!
Seen it a million times, and every time I see that final scene where they lay Shaw and Tripp together it gets me!! Such an incredible film!!
This is the soundtrack I played while studying in college; this and the Gettysburg soundtrack. This is one of my Favorite movies!
Possibly the greatest movie ever made.
"Give em hell 54th!" so many beautiful ideals and messages in this movie. Equally brilliant soundtrack.
Yeah, thanks, Gare
Yes! Also when Tripp yells "Come on!" After Col. Shaw falls gives me chills. Epic movie moment right there.
I listened to this theme whenever I needed inspiration or motivation. Thanks for sharing your talent with the world, James. Rest in peace.
I don’t even care if this movie is considered underrated because it’s still a historical masterpiece.
Love this soundtrack and movie. God bless these brave men of the 54th. They have to be in heaven now. "There is no greater love than when a friend gives up his life for you". In this case they died for us. Same thing in my book.
best film of 1989 in my book and matthew brodricks performance outstanding as rest of casts were
This is more epic than the main score. Amazing! Chills!
Rest in peace. I love you James Horner.
Waaaaaay back in the day, I read about the 54th Mass. in my U.S. History class. A couple days later, Glory came out. I knew what was about to happen to the Regiment. I tried to hold back when the Regiment was marching out, but lost it at "Give 'Em Hell, 54th!"
Just remembering the final charging scenes and the falling of Col. Robert Gould Shaw brings tears to my eyes, and even more by remembering the genius of James Horner in creating this masterpiece that is so evocative. He could do this and more just by composing the sounds that tear our most deep feelings and emotions. Rest In Peace Mr. Horner. To the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment and Col. Gould Shaw, my utmost respect! May God keep you all in His Glory!
Well said and thank you, Migg. You have spoken aright.
@@RobertLocksley385 me too
When Denzel yells "Come on!" after Col. Shaw falls always gives me chills. Epic movie moment.
On this films release, a friend, his son and I went to our local cinema to see it. It was far from crowded. A sign of the times probably. CGI was beginning to encroach and audiences wanted to be 'Terminated' into suspending disbelief, which was a great shame, as this film was an accomplishment. And the score no less so. We three sat until the last credit had rolled and the last note had died away. The need to hear this theme to it's end was paramount to me. as I was completely hooked and went out the next day to order it. On vinyl. To the shop's assistant's amazement, as CD's were the in thing.
I totally agree wat music it was back then and even today wud lift the spirit of any human being no wars are just it’s just old men talking and young men dying but to all the brave men who died in those wars day will never be forgotten god rest there souls
@@philmcnamara299 Amen to that!
I got it on vinyl, too
If I were to hazard a guess, it is very likely I have listened to this masterpiece well over 100 times since discovering it when it came out in 1989. Glory is one of the founding scores for my passion and appreciation of the musical score and this end credit piece among the very best ever written.
James Horner, the undisputed master of the movie soundtrack genre. R.I.P. Mr. Horner. You have yet to compose your masterpiece - Heaven's soundtrack, which may well sound something like this. Thank you for that wonderful music, sir.
Heaven's soundtrack?
Men fight for lot's of reasons. God and country, kings, land, fire by the hearth and mom's apple pie. These men fought for the noblest cause of all. They did not fight only for freedom, but for the right to stand up, to hold their head up, to be counted, to not bow down to another man. They fought to give the constitution meaning. They fought for the right to be a man. They fought for everybody.
And won.
For all the men and women who ever fought to build a better world for us all to live in. Especially those who knew they would never see it themselves....
Soooo many great actors in this film
i never knew his name but i knew his music. you will be missed, my friend.
James, you had a unique gift! You had knowledge! You had the profession! You shared it with the world! You shared it with the film music industry! You became an icon for inspirational blockbusters! Your music is memorable! Films we grew up with watching composed by you filled us with nostalgia! Old school music! Breathtaking, powerful, inspirational, beautiful, haunting, epic, dramatic, suspenseful, everything else. We will never forget your films and the music that made your films watchable. Your music is captivating! We enjoy all music from you! We cannot believe it's over! We cannot believe you have gone so soon! We cannot believe things will change! Your music was old school, big time! No additional scores will be written! You were a boon to film music! You will be missed even as we speak! You may have died, but your music still lives on. We will continue to listen in memory of you. You have become a legend Mr. Horner! Everyone, even Kate Winslet says "I'll never let go!". No sir, we will never let go of your music! You were and always will be the man! James Horner, Prince of all film composers, may you rest in peace! Always continue to hear our prayers as we will always continue to hear your music! God rest your soul! ;....(
Wonderful music, wonderful movie about real American heroes.
This score sounds so beautiful and emotional and that feeling of patriotism! Love it! 👏
Some movies i just cant watch again. Too sad. And to think, this ACTUALLY happpened. This is our history SMH. RIP 54th. Thank u to all the whites and blacks who died for equality and love
The African Americans should always walk with there heads up high.
@@peterbates6979 Well said, Peter. They have as great a selection of forebears as we do-the 54th, the Zulus, the King's African Rifles, the Xhosa, the Matabele and many other peoples whose tribal names live on for their history in battling for their freedom, howsoever the result. I pray that our coloured brothers and sisters find their proper way and join us on the road to a better tomorrow.
@@RobertLocksley385 Excuse me? Who is "us" that apparently coloreds have not yet joined?
Yes I have only watched it once. It stirs within me men that died to bring an end to 250 years of bondage and hold together a nation. My ancestors were in bondage in SC in 1860.
Great music 👍but a sad 😞 show
I am lucky enough to have an original document signed by one of the founders of the 54th Massachusetts John R Forbs.
Nov, 2024. This makes me think of how important this general election will be. It might be most consequential election we ever witness.
Magnificent.
Gives me chills and goose bumps every time i listen to it :) I watched this film none stop as a kid growing up :) Absolute classic film and soundtrack :)
This song better be played in my funeral. 😢😢😢
This is so amazing, I get chills listening to this especially at 0:48 big time chills! Very spiritual listen to!
The closing credits track gives me goosebumps. Awesome
He will truly be missed. R.I.P.
A magnificent and haunting film.
pure emotional epicness, makes my spine tingle.
A strong composition by Horner.
I have LOVED this score for what feels like my whole life even though it came out when I was around 15. It was my first real foray into movie scores and still remains my favorite. Amazingly moving and inspirational, just like the movie itself and the story it told.
So glad to know there are other fans of it
Was trying to find all my soundtrack scores from way back. This was one that was necessary. Missed listening to all these scores.
This is my favorite album. I've lived a musical life, musicians and music in all its forms, surrounding me since I was 3, i've been the manager of a record store for 12 years, and this is my desert island #1. Sorry, Reuben & the Jets. God bless you, James Horner. God bless the 54th. Here's to Glory. ❤🤍💙
RIP James. A talent that will be missed.
This is truly a great soundtrack 👌👏
One of my favorite movies of all time. Love this!
Such A GREAT MOVIE**** Everything So Well Put Together Along HISTORICAL LINES*** The Production*** The Sets and Of Course The Actors and Music..Bravo!! To James Horner and The Harlem Boys Choir…It Hits Too the HEART n SOUL..
Soundtrack for soul Mr. Horner. Thank You!
One of the greats I loved it
To the cowards who defaced the 54th monument who clearly have no idea about history, they can burn in Hell. The 54th will never be forgotten. A little “fun fact”. The Union Army asked the parents of Robert Shaw if they wanted the body exhumed from the mass grave so he can have a proper burial and they said “no, he would want to be buried with his men. He shall stay”.
Greatest movie and theme ever so emotional
Beautiful music !!.. the pain, the sacrifice, the righteousness.... the Glory
We all cried
I am BEYOND tired of classification colorizing etc...these MEN were AMERICAN MEN...and fought for FREEDOM.....and BY GOD....they got it...even though they paid the highest price a human pays on this earthly journey....and THAT....comforts me much very
There are movies that manage to change your life, inspire you, that give you hope, that make you dream and want to be a better person. All of us in the depths of our being know when we are in front of a good movie.
I saw it as a teenager on VHS and was moved by it. Good cinema is capable of achieving that.
Glad to see others who feel this way.
Great movie and sound track.
SAW THIS MOVIE AND LOVED THE MUSIC AND STORY
I look forward to hearing the bells in all of James Horner's compositions...
The music and scene where Gould Shaw is on his horse on the SC beach looking out, once, last time knowing it is his last time, since he was leading basically a cannon fodder suicide charge, was awesome. He saw a lot of war at Sharpsburg (Antitem). However; Fort Wagner did not fall until to end of the War. Brave men against the odds until the end on both sides. Men fighting for what they believed in, men of courage and valor, who did a duty, when called. But we should never glory in or romanticize war. The song "Year of Jubilee"on this soundtrack is my fav!.
That movie was inspiring. All of us will fight eternal fight just as those brave souls. All of us will suffer. Eternal struggle for eternal peace.
James Horner❤ el no componía partituras para películas, el creaba verdaderas sinfonias! Transmitia mas que solo la emoción de lo visto en pantalla, provocaba una explosión de todos los sentidos al escucharlas y te desgarraba cada hilo del alma con obras como Glory. Escuchar los coros del epitafio seguida inmediatamente de esta pieza, end credits, logra hacerme llorar como una niña. Tal es el poder que transmite en cada nota. El ya no está entre nosotros. Está en las estrellas conduciendo una gran orquesta.
Hasta siempre Jamrs Horner, gracias por visitar este mundo tan pequeño, gracias por heredarnos esta increíble musica. Gracias por haber estado aquí y dejarnos estas increíbles muestras de tu paso.
As a direct descendant of slaves living in South Carolina in 1860 it is always heartfelt to listen to any soul searching songs about that era of our country that we can only imagine. The ending of 250 years of bondage and what it costed to end it. The soundtrack of Glory reaches deep down to what it cost to hold a national together.
Toujours des frissons ce thème.
One of my favorite movies of all time cuz of how amazing story, acting, and music was. And because it has some amazing and courageous history in it. Also, I'm a huge James Horner fan and Glory was the first soundtrack I owned. How I miss you,Mr. Horner. This soundtrack and Apollo 13 are my top favs composed by him and his music always lifts me up. "Glory, Hallelujah!"
AVATAR 😭 this guy’s a genius ! I love how composers incorporate their signatures ! God i love music
I remember watching this during my High school years and I never cry instead I was amazed by the music and I always wanted to hear it again because it's feel like a military Man came home where his wife and his children waiting for him or his children waiting for him, neither way the music does made me feel like I'm waiting for someone I haven't seen or heard from a long time.
0:00 to 1:09 is from the trailer for Backdraft, while 1:09 to 2:05 is from the trailer for Deep Impact. Great piece of music here.
An itty bit, but so what...Horner was that good he inspired other composers.
Moh Moony maybe. But I’m sure James Horner composed Deep Impact also
@@abbaszaidi8371 yes he did, instead Hans Zimmer did Backdraft
Even Abraham Lincoln himself credited soldiers like the brave and honorable 54th for turning the tide. It saddens me that most Americans today have forgotten about them. Sound the bugle from Heaven men!!! (FYI, it was Shaw's idea to tear up the paychecks)
Even though I'm a "white man" (and proud of it) I'm neither a Hatemonger or a Racist, the 54th Massachusetts have my respect. March On!
From Great Britain where it's thought that we loved the South over the North-think again. We didn't trust the North because the South provided the base for our industrial revolution over those who remembered 1776 and 1812, but we wanted an end to slavery that the South couldn't provide, but they made a financial deal that made the North panic that came close to bringing us in. The Northerners after 1862 knew that and emancipated said slaves and put a stop to the entire episode, and we are proud to call all the fine folk on both sides as our friends.
You are a man. Race is inconsequential. These MEN fought and died to secure a better tomorrow for all people of our nation.
they all should gotten awards for this movie
They have recovered his saber, and it's being cared for.
Col Shaw my compliments sir.
Where is his saber being held? Growing up I watched this movie at least 100 times. It inspired me. Col. Shaw and the 54th regiment were heroes.
I remember my mom telling me this and my eyes lit up and I jumped up with joy
His sword was returned to his family after the Civil War by a Confederate officer that took it from his body.his body was treated with grate disrespect after his death. The sword was lost in the family then found and is on display in Boston. He was Buried in a mass grave with his men and is still with them.
Such an extraordinary score and film. God bless it.
Amen David Teller, amen
Places I used to live and work were depicted in the movie. That, plus the music, bring me back to this movie a lot.
One of the most tear worthy and emotional scores that James Horner has composed along with films like Braveheart.
R.I.P JAMES HORNER
In the end... Victory!!
James Horner at his best.
RIP Andre Braugher
This and Casper's lullaby are one of my favorite scores from James Horner. So beautiful.
3 phenomenal actors.
I am in love with Colonel Robert Gould Shaw! I love the way he shone in his very handsome "Blue Suit"!!! I wish I could go back in Time, and meet him! I would love on him, and ultimately, save him from dying at The Second Battle of Fort Wagner! I just love him so much!
Withering drums of memories.
I saw this movie today and really, this is one of the best movies I've ever seen. And it is still directed by Edward Zwick, the same director of The Last Samurai and Blood Diamond.