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Decoration Day
A cantankerous widower (Garner) who is virtually living the life of a recluse is forced to rejoin his community when his Godchild (Skaggs) gets in trouble and a childhood friend (Cobbs), a black tenant farmer, refuses to belatedly accept a Congressional Medal of Honor for bravery in World War II.
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Plot Summary
A young white man returns to his Southern hometown for a reunion, where he confronts his family's racist past and his own complicity. He grapples with the lingering effects of prejudice and the moral implications of his upbringing. The film explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the difficult process of confronting historical injustices.
Critical Reception
Decoration Day was a critically acclaimed television film, praised for its sensitive handling of racial issues in the American South. It was noted for its strong performances, particularly from Judd Nelson, and its thought-provoking narrative that tackled uncomfortable truths about history and personal responsibility.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its courageous exploration of racism and its impact.
Judd Nelson's performance as a man confronting his past was a highlight.
A powerful and timely made-for-television drama.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for an Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie Emmy Award for Judd Nelson.
Fun Fact
The film was based on a short story by John William Corrington, who was known for his Southern Gothic literature.
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