Beyond Glory

Beyond Glory

Year: 1948

Runtime: 82 mins

Language: English

Director: John Farrow

Drama

Haunted by guilt over the presumed death of his commanding officer in Tunisia, Rocky visits the officer’s widow. A mutual attraction blossoms, and she persuades him to enroll at West Point. There, his harsh treatment of a plebe leads to a serious disciplinary hearing that could result in a court‑martial.

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1

Hearing convened at West Point

A hearing is called at West Point after the incident involving Denmore and Gilman. Denmore is forced to leave the academy, and Gilman is accused of bullying and hazing in retaliation for reporting Denmore's lies. The hearing opens with questions about the Honor Code and the fairness of the proceedings.

Day of the hearing West Point, Hearing Room
2

Gilman confined to quarters

The academy superintendent confines Gilman to his quarters and warns him not to discuss the case with anyone. He breaks a date with his girlfriend Ann Daniels, signaling the strain the investigation places on his personal life. The atmosphere is tense as the hearing progresses.

Same day as hearing start West Point Quarters
3

Eddie Loughlin testifies about plebe training

Gilman's classmate Eddie Loughlin testifies that Gilman withstood the rigors of academy discipline without complaint, especially during his difficult plebe year. The testimony frames Gilman as disciplined and resilient. It strengthens the defense against the hazing accusation.

During hearing West Point, Hearing Room
4

Gilman recounts his war service

Gilman takes the stand and recounts his reluctant drafting in 1941, his path through OCS, and his unit deployed to North Africa. He describes friendships with Loughlin and Daniels, the battle in Tunisia, and his injuries. He explains that he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross but chose to decline the medal.

During hearing West Point, Hearing Room
5

From draft to North Africa

The narrative flashes back to his wartime experience. He is drafted in December 1941, goes through officer candidate school, and joins a unit bound for combat in North Africa. He endures heavy fighting with Daniels by his side, and Daniels is killed while Gilman is wounded.

1941-1943 North Africa (Tunisia); Army hospital
6

Civilian life after the war

After his discharge, Gilman returns to Brooklyn and discovers that his former sweetheart has married someone else. He tries numerous jobs but cannot adjust to civilian life, his identity and purpose haunted by war memories. The search for stability becomes a recurring struggle.

Postwar years Brooklyn, New York
7

V-E Day visit to Daniels' family and Ann

On V-E Day, as the city celebrates, Gilman goes to see Daniels' widow Ann and his former comrade's family. The visit underscores Gilman's guilt and the personal toll of his wartime actions. The encounter also plants the seeds of his later decisions.

V-E Day New York City (Daniels' family) and Ann
8

Nurse Craig tests Gilman's nightmares

John Craig, a nurse, administers a therapeutic drug to help reveal Gilman’s hidden memories and feelings. Gilman acknowledges nightmares and a reluctance to discuss the events that haunt him. The treatment exposes a suppressed, troubling memory gap from the battle.

Postwar recovery period Army hospital
9

The delayed counterattack and a soldier's death

Back on the stand, Gilman concedes that Daniels ordered a counterattack at a specific hour, but he delayed by three minutes. He learns that Daniels was killed during that interval, and the memory of the delay remains painful. The battle’s chaos has left him with a fragmentary memory.

During the Tunisia campaign Battlefield, Tunisia
10

Hearing pauses and concerns about consequences

Proctor presses for immediate court-martial, while the superintendent urges Gilman to take time to reflect on his testimony. Tension rises as the stakes of the case touch on duty, memory, and honor. The decision about how to proceed lingers in the air.

During hearing West Point Hearing Room
11

Ann testifies about their past

Ann testifies that she first met Gilman on V-E Day and reveals his admission that he caused Daniels' death. She explains how their relationship developed and how she encouraged him to join West Point. Her testimony adds a personal angle to the case and to his sense of duty and affection.

During hearing West Point Hearing Room
12

The physician confirms memory gaps

An Army physician reviews Gilman’s medical records and confirms there is a gap in his memory of the battle. The medical context helps explain why he cannot fully reconstruct the sequence of events. The memory issue becomes a central consideration in the hearing.

During hearing West Point Hearing Room
13

A platoon soldier testifies about the ambush

A soldier from Gilman’s platoon testifies that their unit was ambushed by a concealed German tank. Gilman was knocked unconscious by an explosion and later awoke unaware that the attack had been timed. The testimony ties his memory gaps to the fatal outcome for Daniels.

During Tunisia campaign Battlefield, Tunisia
14

Accuser admits lying; hearing closes

The accuser ultimately admits he lied about Gilman’s conduct during training, and the hearing is closed. The truth that emerges challenges the charges and vindicates Gilman’s character in the eyes of the audience. The process moves toward closure rather than punishment.

Closing phase West Point Hearing Room
15

Ike speaks at West Point graduation

General Dwight D. Eisenhower delivers the graduation address at West Point, and Gilman is among the graduates. The moment provides a sense of redemption and continuity for those who served. The film ends on a note of respect and national service.

Graduation day West Point Graduation Grounds

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