Little Glory
Little Glory

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Little Glory

2011
Movie
104 min
English

After his parents’ death, Shawn, 19 and mildly delinquent, tries to look after his little sister to cash in on his dad’s life insurance. But you can’t buy love -- and you sure can’t ignore it. Shawn will find out he’s got more to gain by giving than taking.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Scott DikkersGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman named Jessica is released from prison and tries to reconnect with her estranged daughter, whom she had to leave behind. Facing numerous obstacles, including a disapproving mother and her own past mistakes, Jessica must prove that she has changed and is capable of being a responsible parent. The film explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the challenges of rebuilding a life.

Critical Reception

Little Glory received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising Taryn Manning's performance. However, some found the plot to be predictable and the overall execution to be uneven. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some connecting with the emotional core of the story while others felt it fell short of its potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • Taryn Manning delivers a powerful and convincing performance as a struggling mother.

  • The film's exploration of redemption and motherhood is commendable, though at times melodramatic.

  • While heartfelt, the narrative treads familiar ground and lacks a truly distinctive voice.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their sentiment breakdown for 'Little Glory' is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2011, the film experienced limited distribution and gained most of its traction through independent channels and film festivals.

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