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The Glass Shield is a 1994 American crime drama film co-written and directed by Charles Burnett. It stars Michael Boatman and Lori Petty as rookie Deputy Sheriffs who uncover a conspiracy around the arrest of a suspect ( Ice Cube ).
Jun 2, 1995 · A rookie black officer and a female officer face racism and corruption in a white-male police department. The film explores the themes of justice, violence, and identity in a world of crime and discrimination.
- (3.6K)
- Crime, Drama
- Charles Burnett
- 1995-06-02
When J.J. becomes increasingly aware of police corruption during the murder trial of Teddy Woods, whom he helped to arrest, he faces difficult decisions and puts himself into grave personal danger in the service of justice.
- Charles Burnett
- 109 min
- 21
Rookie cop J.J. (Michael Boatman) is the first black officer in his squad. Befriending fellow outsider Deborah (Lori Petty), J.J. has a tough time adjusting to the...
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- Charles Burnett
- PG-13
- Michael Boatman
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- Charles Burnett
- PG-13
- Michael Boatman
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A movie about two cops who fight against racism and corruption in their police department. J.J. is the first black officer and his partner is the first female officer at their station.