A Soldier's Story (1984) — Screenplay
A black military lawyer investigates the murder of a black sergeant on a segregated WWII base, battling racism and silence to uncover the truth.
- Written by
- Charles Fuller
- Genre
- Drama, Crime, Mystery, War
- Studio
- Columbia Pictures
- Length
- 130 pages
This screenplay is a masterclass in tension and character revelation, using a murder investigation to peel back layers of institutional racism and personal trauma. Study its tight, dialogue-driven scenes and its skillful use of the ensemble to explore complex themes of identity and justice.
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