Buffalo Soldiers

From slaves to free men. From free men to soldiers. From soldiers to legends.

1997 • 94 min • Drama · History · TV Movie · Western

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Synopsis

They've ridden dusty miles without end and fought fierce battles. Yet when these brave African-American cavalrymen enter a scraggly frontier town, they must walk through it instead of ride. The town dishonors them but the soldiers' Native-American foes do not. Apache leader Victoria and other warriors give the horsemen a name of honor and strength: "Buffalo Soldiers". The troopers' daring hunt for Victorio frames this stirring tribute to the former slaves and other African-Americans of the 9th and 10th U.S. Calvary Regiments. Danny Glover, Mykelti Williamson, Glynn Turman, Carl Lumbly and Michael Warren star in an adventure bringing to light that largely unknown story and the unique moral dilemma the men faced. Atten-hut! "Buffalo Soldiers are riding" through town.

Our family guide

Best from age 8

Movie Knight Score

20 reviews

56 Audience · 20 · 100%

This historical drama tells the story of the African-American cavalrymen known as "Buffalo Soldiers" in the American West. Facing prejudice in frontier towns, they earn respect from their Apache adversaries. The film highlights their bravery and the moral dilemmas they encountered.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 1/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 3/10

Heads up

Strong emotional themes involving loss and resilience.
Cultural practices depicted may differ from familiar customs.
Characters face difficult moral choices.

What it models well

Bravery and courage
Overcoming prejudice
Historical awareness
Duty and honor

Talk about it after

The history of African-American soldiers in the Old West.
Dealing with unfair treatment and prejudice.
The complex relationships between different groups during this era.
What true respect means and how it

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