# The Red Badge of Courage (1951)

> A frightened Civil War recruit transforms shame into hard-won courage amid the brutal uncertainty of battle.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/40888

## Facts

- Runtime: 69 min
- Genres: War
- Director: John Huston
- Cast: Audie Murphy, Bill Mauldin, Douglas Dick, Royal Dano, John Dierkes, Arthur Hunnicutt, Tim Durant, Andy Devine
- TMDB rating: 6.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043961/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: somber, intense, reflective, classic film night, historical drama viewing

## Synopsis

A young recruit grapples with the true nature of bravery amidst the chaos of battle.

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