Cadence 1990
"Sometimes you've got to stand out to fit in."
In *Cadence (1990)*, father and son Charlie Sheen and Martin Sheen share the screen in a gripping drama set against the brutal backdrop of a military stockade.
Director: Martin Sheen
Cast
Charlie Sheen
Pfc. Franklin Fairchild Bean
Martin Sheen
MSgt. Otis V. McKinney
Laurence Fishburne
Roosevelt Stokes
Blu Mankuma
Eugene 'Spoonman' Bryce
Michael Beach
Edward James Webb
Harry Stewart
Harry 'Sweetbread' Crane
James Marshall
Cpl. Harold Lamar
Ramon Estevez
Cpl. Gerald Gessner
Lochlyn Munro
Bartender
Matt Clark
Bean Sr.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cadence (1990) about?
The film follows a defiant soldier punished for insubordination who ends up in a stockade filled with Black inmates. Instead of conflict, he bonds with them and joins their fight against a cruel warden, uncovering themes of solidarity and resistance.
Who directed Cadence?
Martin Sheen directed *Cadence (1990)*, blending his directorial vision with a powerful father-son cast.
Who stars in Cadence?
The film features Charlie Sheen, Martin Sheen, Laurence Fishburne, Blu Mankuma, and Michael Beach in key roles.
Is Cadence (1990) worth watching?
While not rated on IMDb, *Cadence* delivers a compelling drama with strong performances and timely themes of justice and unity. Its intense atmosphere and father-son dynamic make it worth a watch for fans of gritty character-driven stories.
How long is Cadence?
The film runs for 97 minutes.
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About Cadence (1990) — A father-son powerhouse drama set in 1960s military prison
In *Cadence (1990)*, father and son Charlie Sheen and Martin Sheen share the screen in a gripping drama set against the brutal backdrop of a military stockade.
During the 1960s, a rebellious young soldier is thrown into solitary confinement with a group of Black inmates. Far from the expected violence, he finds unexpected kinship among his cellmates and together they plan a daring escape from their tyrannical, bigoted warden. Directed by Martin Sheen, this film explores themes of justice, unity, and rebellion, capturing an atmosphere of raw tension and resilience.
