All Films & Events
An exciting line up of films and events is being put together, including an opening night reception, a family movie night, and awards ceremony. Click on images below to learn more about films presented in the GI Film Festival San Diego.
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Adventurmentalism
Luke Holton / Afghanistan, Healing, Army / USA / 2015 / documentary / 35 mins
Directed by a former member of the U.S. Army, “Adventurmentalism,” is an interpersonal depiction of nature's positive influence on mental health in combat veterans and suicide survivors struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).Preceded by: Operation Allie
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Almost Sunrise
Michael Collins / Iraq, Healing / USA / 2016 / documentary / 99 mins
Many soldiers return from war with inner conflict and depression surrounding the brutality of war. After two soldiers considered suicide, they found therapy in walking 2,700 miles across the country. “Almost Sunrise” follows the duo’s healing journey.Almost Sunrise
The Village Theatres Coronado
September 15, 2016 6:30 pm
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American Girl
Rebecca Murga / Afghanistan, Army / USA / 2016 / narrative / 14 mins
When US Army soldier Julie Morales is hit by a sniper in Afghanistan, she fights to stay alive by clinging to childhood memories of her dangerous journey from Guatemala to the United States via Mexico.Precedes: Love is No News
Plays In:
Military Pitch Fest and Mixer
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 4:00 pm
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American Umpire
James Shelley / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2016 / documentary / 57 mins
American citizens comprise a large amount of military personnel around the world, and it has been this way since the Cold War ended. “American Umpire” seeks to open up a national discussion about the foreign policy of the United States in an important election year.Preceded by: The Year Of The Tiger – JFK 1962
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Facing Crisis
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 4:00 pm
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Closing Celebration and Awards Ceremony
Events / Party
Join us for a reception and awards ceremony.Closing Celebration & Awards Ceremony
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 6:00 pm
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Defying the Nazis: The Sharps’ War
Ken Burns and Artemis Joukowsky III / History, WWII / USA / 2016 / documentary / 90 mins
Spouses Waitstill and Martha Sharp embarked on a two-year endeavor to rescue Jews and other refugees from the Nazis around Europe during World War II. In doing so, they selflessly risked their lives and the well-being of their children left behind in the United States.Defying the Nazis: The Sharps’ War
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 6:00 pm
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Escape from Firebase Kate
Paul Kakert / Vietnam, History / USA / 2015 / documentary / 61 mins
During the end of the U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War, 26 American troops are caught in the transition. Unsupported by the South Vietnamese, the men are surrounded by thousands of North Vietnamese troops. After surviving a three-day siege, they escape through the jungle and directly past enemy troops. “Escape From Firebase Kate” is their story, told by the men who survived.Precedes: Tom’s War
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Family Movie Night featuring Storks
Nicholas Stoller / Family / USA / 2016 / Family / 86 mins
Bring the kids and enjoy a special preview screening of "Storks". Admission includes hosted popcorn and bottled drink. Storks deliver babies…or at least they used to. Now they deliver packages for a global internet retail giant. The company’s top delivery stork accidentally activates the Baby Factory, producing an adorable and wholly unauthorized baby girl. A race to make his first-ever baby drop results in a wild and revealing journey that could make more than one family whole and restore the storks’ true mission in the world. This film is rated PG for mild action and some thematic elements.Family Movie Night Featuring Storks
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 16, 2016 6:30 pm Sold OutFamily Movie Night Featuring Storks
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 16, 2016 6:45 pm Sold OutFamily Movie Night Featuring Storks
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 16, 2016 7:00 pm Sold Out
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Farewell to Connie
Gary Robbins & Cody Long / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2014 / documentary / 21 mins
It was a city within a city. For 41 years, the carrier Constellation- home to as many as 5,500 sailors- operated out of San Diego Bay, where its island became a part of the city’s skyline. More than 160,000 men and women served on “Connie” during a period that stretched from the Vietnam War to the invasion of Iraq in 2003. The short film recounts the history of the ship through the eyes of San Diegans who served on its decks.Plays In:
Salute to the Navy
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 1:00 pm
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The Flying Greek
Mark Vizcarra / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2016 / narrative / 12 mins
This film follows the story of Steve Pisanos' journey as he becomes a fighter ace during World War II.Preceded by: Honor Flight: The Ride of a Lifetime
Precedes: Living History: Our Hometown Hero
Plays In:
Local Film Showcase
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 1:00 pm Sold Out
