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Sergeant York (1941)
Released By: MGM Home Entertainment   Rating: Not Rated   In Theaters: N/A
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Studio: MGM Home Entertainment
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Director: Howard Hawks
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: N/A
Home Video Release: N/A
Cast: Gary Cooper, George Tobias, Joan Leslie, Margaret Wycherly, Stanley Ridges, Walter Brennan
Published ID: 1496
UPC: 012569793750, 012569793811,
Plot: When World War I hero Alvin York agreed to sell the movie rights to his life story to Warner Bros., it was on three conditions: (1) That the film contains no phony heroics, (2) that Mrs.York not be played by a Hollywood glamour girl and (3) That Gary Cooper portray York on screen. All three conditions were met, and the result is one of the finest and most inspirational biographies ever committed to celluloid. When the audience first meets young farmer Alvin York (Cooper), he's the cussin'est, hell-raisin'est critter in the entire Tennessee Valley. All of this changes when York is struck by lighting during a late-night rainstorm. Chalking up the bolt from the blue as a message from God, York does a complete about-face and finds Religion, much to the delight of local preacher Rosier Pile (Walter Brennan). Despite plenty of provocation, York vows never to get angry at anyone ever again, determining to be a good husband and provider for his sweetheart Gracie Williams (Joan Leslie). When America goes to war in 1917, York elects not to answer the call when drafted, declaring himself a conscientious objector. Forced to go to boot camp, he proves himself a born leader, yet still he balks at the thought of killing anyone. York's understanding commanding officer Major Buxton (Stanley Ridges) slowly convinces the young pacifist that violence is sometimes the only way to defend Democracy. Later on, while serving with the AEF in the Argonne Forest, Sergeant York sees several of his buddies, including his Bronxite best pal Pusher Ross (George Tobias), killed in an enemy ambush. His anger aroused, York personally kills 25 German soldiers, then single-handedly captures 132 prisoners. As a result, York becomes the most decorated hero of WW1, celebrated by no less than General John J. Pershing as the greatest civilian soldier of the war. The film won Gary Cooper his first Academy Award, and also picked up an Oscar for Best Film Editing. Not surprisingly, it ended up as the highest-grossing film of 1941. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
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Sargent York
Added 10/12/2009

This is a very good movie. It brought back some memories of my time in the army. Thought there were many years difference. I would recommend this movie to anyone.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
All Time Favorite
Added 10/1/2009

I love anything Gary Cooper plays in. This movie is one that will have you laughing one minute and crying the next. It is especially meaningful to our family since we are a military family.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Great movie, great hero, great Actor.
Added 9/12/2009

This is one of my favorite old movies. Alvin York was typical of his people and his generation. He was hard headed, but had great integrity. He turned his life around and became a peaceful man. Then he was asked to kill for his country. He was willing to face severe punishment to conscientiously object until he was persuaded (rightly I think) that a soldier for freedom is not violating the commandment against murder. Once his mind was made up, he soldiered with a will, performed heroic deeds, and helped win the war against German aggression. After it was all over, he downplayed the heroic aspect of his action, went back to the Tennessee hills and became a good husband, neighbor, and friend. Gary Cooper was excellent in the strong, silent roles and plays York just as I would expect him to be. He gives a fine performance in an interesting, complex role.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
sargent york
Added 9/7/2009

I had looked everywhere for this movie. My husband loves the old war movies. I found it on amazon, I ordered it and my husband loves that he can watch it anytime he wants. Thank you Janice
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Seargent York
Added 6/23/2009

This DVD was alos the poorest quality ever received; I am shocked that Amazon is passing out this sort of junk.
1 out of 3 people found this helpful.
Sargent York
Added 10/12/2009

This is a very good movie. It brought back some memories of my time in the army. Thought there were many years difference. I would recommend this movie to anyone.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
All Time Favorite
Added 10/1/2009

I love anything Gary Cooper plays in. This movie is one that will have you laughing one minute and crying the next. It is especially meaningful to our family since we are a military family.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Great movie, great hero, great Actor.
Added 9/12/2009

This is one of my favorite old movies. Alvin York was typical of his people and his generation. He was hard headed, but had great integrity. He turned his life around and became a peaceful man. Then he was asked to kill for his country. He was willing to face severe punishment to conscientiously object until he was persuaded (rightly I think) that a soldier for freedom is not violating the commandment against murder. Once his mind was made up, he soldiered with a will, performed heroic deeds, and helped win the war against German aggression. After it was all over, he downplayed the heroic aspect of his action, went back to the Tennessee hills and became a good husband, neighbor, and friend. Gary Cooper was excellent in the strong, silent roles and plays York just as I would expect him to be. He gives a fine performance in an interesting, complex role.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
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