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Resting Place
A television movie set in Rockville, Georgia, in 1972. Major Kendall Laird, a Survival Assistance Officer, arrives in this sleepy little town with the body of Lieutenant Dwyte Johnson, a Vietnam war hero. It's Laird's job to help Johnson's parents bury their son. But since the dead hero was black, his parents are turned away by the white racists who maintain the town's "all-white" cemetery.
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Plot Summary
A group of Black soldiers are ordered to retrieve the body of a fallen comrade from the battlefield during World War II. Facing racial prejudice and the horrors of war, they must confront their own identities and the meaning of sacrifice. The journey becomes a profound exploration of courage, brotherhood, and the fight for dignity against overwhelming odds.
Critical Reception
Resting Place was critically acclaimed for its powerful portrayal of racial tensions within the military during wartime and its strong performances, particularly from Morgan Freeman and Alfre Woodard. It was recognized for its sensitive handling of complex themes and its unflinching look at the realities faced by Black soldiers.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its timely and important subject matter.
Lauded for its strong lead performances.
Noted for its realistic depiction of military life and racial discrimination.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for a CableACE Award for Best Dramatic Series or Special, and Morgan Freeman was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Television Movie or Special.
Fun Fact
The film was originally developed as a segment for the anthology series "American Playhouse" before being expanded into a standalone television film.
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