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Cadence

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I have seen that many people have been in search of the song and lyrics to Harry Stewart's "End of My Journey" from the movie Cadence. This song, and a pretty good version of "Chain Gang" make this movie unforgettable. There is a website dedicated to the "End of My Journey" song due to it not being available on any soundtrack recording.

http://www.freehomepages.com/cadence

Enjoy!

As far as dramas go, this is one of the best I have seen. It is a terrific coming of age story involving tragedy, team work, and the tough choices morality can make a person face.

The story is excellent (I could write a lot more, but I try not to give to much away). The main character is Franklin Bean, an Army Private. Pvt. Bean is sentenced to 90 days in the stockade after hearing the news that his father died, getting unauthorized tattoos, going on a drinking binge and hitting an MP. In the stockade, Pvt. Bean's (who is white) "roommates" are 5 black prisoners. Pvt. Bean does not fit in, not because of his fellow prison mates, but because he does not want to belong. The stockade is overseen by Sgt. Otis McKinney, a racist disciplinarian who is constantly trying to get Bean on "his team". Despite Bean's desire to be alone, Bean does pick a side. The film ends in tragedy, and Pvt. Bean is faced with the gut wrenching decision between what is right and what is right. While the scene I am referring to is short, I think it was one of the most powerful movie scenes showing a young person trying to make a decision where both alternatives seem to be the right thing to do, and the path he chooses has drastically different outcomes.

I never even heard of this movie in the theaters. However, I feel this is one of the greatest "coming of age" stories I have ever seen. I think this is one of the best "unknown" movies I have ever seen. The screenplay writing is absolutely brilliant, though I will admit I had to watch the movie a couple of times before I saw the movie as more than a story about some guy in a military prison.

This is definitely not a happy movie. I don't think this is the type of movie I pop in the DVD player and cuddle with a date on the couch. I would classify the movie as a sad drama. I think this movie is definitely a must see!

I haven't seen this DVD yet but could tell that many people loved this piece of music as much as I did. I was captivated by it several years ago, and called the studio to find out more. Here's the amazing part:

Harry Stewart is not a professional musician or actor. He's a street person that Martin Sheen met in LA, I think. Sheen asked him to perform in the movie, which is why he appears in several scenes but has few lines.

Here's the other best part: Harry Stewart wrote End of My Journey! ASCAP had never heard of it when I called - and this was a few years back so something may have changed by now. But I doubt it. I really wish Mr. Stewart could get this song copyrighted, because tons of us would pay to be able to sing it, and he'd be properly rewarded for his talent.

This movie is a philosophical wonder on the relationships between fathers and sons. First off, you have a real life father and son portraying the two main characters. And you have the two characters (a father and a son) who are looking to fulfill their losses in eachother (Bean having lost his father and the Sergent having lost his son's love). Then, of course, you have the windmill. What healthy father/son relationship doesn't involve "projects"?

Unfortunately we see the older Sheen disintegrate. He goes completely insane. While the younger Sheen serves his time, learns many lessons about dealing with the human race, and moves on to a brighter future.

This movie proves that unity can exist between men of all races. In this story, it is not done without great loss of one of their own. Each man tyring to find their worth is nothing more than the dreams each carry inside them. Putting aside their individualism, they join efforts which lead to personal victory shared by all. Charlie Sheen gives a masterful performance as Prvt. Bean. To me "SweetBread" played by Harry Stewart, will always stand-out as the most inspiring person in the movie. His majestic voice and piano playing bring joy of redemption to my soul. His original song "End of My Journey" is sung with all his heart and soul. Sadly to say, this movie does not have a sound-track allowing viewers to expierence songs such as "Chain-Gang" and "End of My Journey". If anyone is able to locate recordings made by Harry Stewart, please share with the rests of us.

Very Good movie! Without the music however, it would just be average. I loved the songs by Harry Stewart. Sadly tough, I do not believe a soundtrack is available. If anyone has any info on how I can find the song "The End Of My Journey" by Harry Stewart please let me know. Info on any of his recordings would be welcome.

You'll have a tough time getting that one out of your head. Charlie Sheen's best work next to Wall Street as a renegade Army private stuck in a German stockade during the Vietnam War. A flash of early brilliance by Laurence Fishburne with a great, but twisted dynamic between Charlie and Martin Sheen.

One of the real surprises here is Harry "Sweetbread" Stewart's solo performance of the hymn "End of My Journey." The DVD's nothing to sing about though. Marginal fullscreen transfer and 2.0 Dolby. Who cares, this movie is a keeper! 5 Tatts

I have loved this sleeper movie since it came out it is a fine piece of work.And the charactors draw you in. You feel the depth of the movie all the way through.You can trust me on this when I say you will laugh and cry.The music was exceptional it was made for the movie.I had a special tie to this movie because of the time I served in the military.It is really hard to explain to people who have'nt served how you have such a kinderedship with the people you served with.I think this movie will help them understand.You feel what it is to be the new guy,and what it is to fit in,and then when it comes time to leave the pain of missing the friends you've made.This movie is magical! ...

It doesn't seem like the type of movie that could get to you, not until you hear the voice of Harry Stewart that is. For someone that has such a small speaking part in the film, (Three words I think?). Harry Stewart's vioce makes the biggest impact singing in church one morning, just prior to a group of soldiers shipping out to vietnam. I believe the song is "In the sweet by and by" possibly by Rick Gibson? and sung by Mr. Stewart. Every time I come across this film on television, I am compelled to stop what I am doing and watch, hoping that I have not missed that scene. My eyes fill with tears of sorrow and joy at the lyrics every time. The Sheens, Lawrence Fishburn, and the rest of the cast do an excellent job throughout, but It is obvious by reading the other reviews, that Harry Stewart steals the show. I rate a film on it's ability to make me think, and feel emotionally. This film is a genuine five star.

CADENCE is an absolutely amazing movie. It is one of my all time favorites. No matter how many times you watch it, you'll never get sick of it.

CADENCE is a very interesting movie. The movie takes place predominantly in a military camp. Private Bean (Charlie Sheen) is placed in a military prison blockade. In the beginning he struggles to fit in with his new roommates. As the movie progresses, they become close friends regardless of their different skin color.

Now Private Bean's struggle is no longer how to fit in with the rest of the guys. His problem is now trying to survive the personal war launched against them by the blockade commander (Martin Sheen).

CADENCE has many interesting twists and turns that will grab your heart each time you watch it. Interestingly enough, the military prisoners are portrayed as the "good guys." This adds further suspense to this movie.

This is one of the greatest movies I've ever seen. It'll have you singing the military prisoner's cadence march long after you're done watching it. The cadence in CADENCE is a trademark of this movie.

Watch CADENCE. You'll love it!