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Podcast: For Screen and Country
Episode: The Red Badge of Courage
Description: Back to the list with John Huston's would-be epic (but cut down to 64 minutes!) The Red Badge of Courage starring war veteran Audie Murphy. Does this old movie have a nuanced portrayal of military deserters? What the heck is hardtack and sowbelly? What were some of Murphy's struggles on the set? Did this movie influence Platoon? Find out inside! Next week: a real dour one.Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at [email protected] Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war...