The Jock: A Montford Point Marine (2023)

Against systemic racism, a Montford Point Marine shatters expectations, excelling in sports and leaving a lasting impact on the Marine Corps and Veteran's Administration despite significant adversity.

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"The Jock: a Montford Point Marine" unveils the harrowing yet inspiring journey of an American Marine from the segregated boot camp of Montford Point, North Carolina. Raised on the tough streets of Philadelphia, Dave Culmer is drawn to the Marines, enchanted by the impeccable attire and imposing stature of a local Marine. After being dismissed from high school, he finds his path leading him not to the widely known Parris Island boot camp, but to the lesser-known Montford Point. His path to becoming a Marine is fraught with discrimination and grueling trials that push him to his physical and mental limits. Amid the struggle, he learns resilience, embodying the relentless spirit of Montford Point that drove these men to exceed expectations set by a society that predicted their failure.

Director: Daniel L. Bernardi
Genre: War, Documentary
Runtime: 22 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Robert Barbarino
Production: El Dorado Films, Veteran Documentary Corps
Language: English
Budget: $22,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

vietnam war, post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), veterans administration, unsung heroes in the military, segregation in the military, montford point marine, resilience and dedication of soldiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Jock: A Montford Point Marine about?
"The Jock: a Montford Point Marine" unveils the harrowing yet inspiring journey of an American Marine from the segregated boot camp of Montford Point, North Carolina. Raised on the tough streets of Philadelphia, Dave Culmer is drawn to the Marines, enchanted by the impeccable attire and imposing stature of a local Marine. After being dismissed from high school, he finds his path leading him not to the widely known Parris Island boot camp, but to the lesser-known Montford Point. His path to becoming a Marine is fraught with discrimination and grueling trials that push him to his physical and mental limits. Amid the struggle, he learns resilience, embodying the relentless spirit of Montford Point that drove these men to exceed expectations set by a society that predicted their failure.
Who directed The Jock: A Montford Point Marine?
The Jock: A Montford Point Marine was directed by Daniel L. Bernardi.
Who stars in The Jock: A Montford Point Marine?
The Jock: A Montford Point Marine stars Dave Culmer.
How long is The Jock: A Montford Point Marine?
The Jock: A Montford Point Marine has a runtime of 22m (22 minutes).
What genre is The Jock: A Montford Point Marine?
The Jock: A Montford Point Marine is a War, Documentary film.
What is the budget of The Jock: A Montford Point Marine?
The Jock: A Montford Point Marine had a budget of $22,000.