MUSIC

Glory

Song by Common and John Legend

2014

"Glory" is a song by American rapper Common and American singer John Legend. The song was released as the theme song from the 2014 film Selma, which portrays the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches. The video, which includes footage from the film, begins with Legend playing the piano and then singing, with Common rapping in a different location.

CINEMA

Hacksaw Ridge

2016

Rated R

The true story of Pfc. Desmond T. Doss (Andrew Garfield), who won the Congressional Medal of Honor despite refusing to bear arms during WWII on religious grounds. Doss was drafted and ostracized by fellow soldiers for his pacifist stance but went on to earn respect and adoration for his bravery, selflessness and compassion after he risked his life -- without firing a shot -- to save 75 men in the Battle of Okinawa.