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Hart's War (2002)

“Beyond courage, beyond honor.”

  • R
  • 125 min
  • Drama, War
  • imdb logo 6.3/10 (55285 votes)

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Plot

In the brutal twilight of World War II, fourth-generation Army Col. William McNamara finds himself confined within the harsh walls of a German POW camp. Despite the crushing weight of captivity, McNamara, the senior-ranking American officer, stands as a beacon of honor, guiding his fellow inmates through the murky depths of a world where dignity is a rare commodity. All the while, he remains under the watchful, predatory gaze of Luftwaffe veteran Col. Wilhelm Visser. Amid the bleakness, a spark of opportunity presents itself following a murder within the camp. The victim: one of two groundbreaking African American pilots - the first non-white soldiers in the camp. The accused: the other pilot, charged with killing a white sergeant. Pitted in a dangerous game of wits, young administrative Lt. Tommy Hart finds himself defending the black pilot before an unmistakably prejudiced American tribunal. Unbeknownst to him, the trial is merely a smokescreen, a diversion masterfully orchestrated by McNamara for a larger, more daring plan. As the court martial ensues, keeping Visser and the Germans distracted, McNamara sets in motion a risky scheme. With the unwary assistance of Lt. Hart, he plots a daring escape, aiming to destroy a nearby munitions plant, a crucial blow to the German war machinery. In the face of overwhelming odds, McNamara's resolve never wavers, as he is compelled to balance the cost of his life against the good of his country. "Hart's War" is an intricate dance of survival and courage, a poignant exploration of honor in the face of adversity, and a riveting testament to the unyielding spirit of humanity, even in the heart of war's darkest hours.

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Hart's War is a drama movie featuring Bruce Willis.

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