Cadence
As punishment for drunken, rebellious behavior, a young white soldier is thrown into a stockade populated entirely by black inmates. But instead of falling victim to racial hatred, the soldier joins forces with his fellow prisoners and rises up against the insanely tyrannical and bigoted prison warden.
Release Year
1990
Runtime
97 min
Audience Score
6.7
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
As punishment for drunken, rebellious behavior, a young white soldier is thrown into a stockade populated entirely by black inmates. But instead of falling victim to racial hatred, the soldier joins forces with his fellow prisoners and rises up against the insanely tyrannical and bigoted prison warden.
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Cadence is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Cadence is best for viewers who want drama without having to browse blindly.
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