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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Forced Landing
Daniel Wyss / History, WWII / Switzerland / 2015 / documentary / 55 mins
In 2014, the Pentagon awarded Prisoner of War medals to 143 World War II veterans who were held in the infamous Wauwilermoos punishment camp in Switzerland. The story of these airmen and their prison unveils one of the darkest and lesser known facts of Switzerland’s behavior during World War II.Preceded by: Paper Lanterns
Plays In:
WWII POW Stories
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 12:30 pm
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Frogman
Tyler Trumbo / Vietnam, Navy / USA / 2016 / documentary / 16 mins
The work of U.S. Government secret intelligence agents takes a toll on not only themselves, but their families. “Frogman” is a memoir told by the son of one Vietnam War agent who kept his hardships a secret for the safety of his country.Plays In:
Salute to the Navy
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 1:00 pm
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Heroes on Deck: World War II on Lake Michigan
John Davies / History, Navy, aviation, WWII / USA / 2016 / documentary / 57 mins
“Heroes on Deck” is the story behind 100 World War II warbirds and their pilots who went through an ingenious training program in Chicago that changed the course of history.Preceded by: Farewell to Connie, Frogman
Plays In:
Salute to the Navy
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 1:00 pm
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Honor Flight: The Ride of a Lifetime
Travis Weger / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2014 / documentary / 13 mins
Follow 42 WWII and Korean War Veterans on their emotional journey to Washington DC to view the memorials to their service and sacrifice. Created by local U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer Travis Weger from San Diego, CA, alum of the University of San Diego and founding president of the USD Student Veterans Organizations.Precedes: The Flying Greek
Plays In:
Local Film Showcase
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 1:00 pm Sold Out
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The Last Time I Heard True Silence
Tim O'Donnell / Iraq, Healing / USA / 2015 / documentary / 22 mins
Upon returning from Iraq, Noah struggles to transition back into civilian life. His attempts to reintegrate are repeatedly thwarted by problems he never faced before. After losing more friends to suicide than war, he finds himself hitting rock bottom so he starts running and he never stops.Preceded by: Living for the Ones Who Can’t
Precedes: Operation Allie
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The Light Once Captured
Ryan P. Kelly / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2013 / narrative / 6 mins
A young man is looking at some old film cameras at a garage sale. He thinks the camera which has seen WAR sounds cool, until he gets a glimpse at the past...Preceded by: A Return to the End
Plays In:
Local Film Showcase
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 1:00 pm Sold Out
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Living for the Ones Who Can’t
AJ Miller / Iraq, Army / USA / 2016 / documentary / 13 mins
"Living for the Ones Who Can’t" is a tribute to two fallen Rangers that lost their lives on a misson in Iraq that went tragically wrong.Preceded by: Tourist
Precedes: The Last Time I Heard True Silence
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Living History: Our Hometown Hero
Jose Roman, Guadalupe Blancas, Victoria Stauffer, Bryson Newsom, Janet Valdovinos, and Damaris Robles. / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2016 / documentary / 5 mins
91-year-old Robert Noble, Commander, USN retired, shares his 31 year career as a Naval Officer & Naval Aviator with a group of middle school students in Vista, CA. He shares his insights into the importance of education, and also shares his love for family & country. Bob is a San Diego native, born and raised in San Diego, CA.Preceded by: The Flying Greek
Precedes: A Return to the End
Plays In:
Local Film Showcase
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 1:00 pm Sold Out
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Love is No News
David Oleary / Local Film Showcase Selection / USA / 2013 / narrative / 8 mins
It is the story of a man who owns a newspaper stand in the middle of a downtown city business district where among the many daily patrons is a stunning woman who he would never fathom to notice him, much-less have a romantic interest. But she is indeed drawn to his quirky charm.Preceded by: American Girl
Plays In:
Military Pitch Fest and Mixer
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 4:00 pm
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Operation Allie
Manny Marquez / Marine, Afghanistan, Healing / USA / 2015 / documentary / 8 mins
After losing 17 friends in combat, Marine Anthony Marquez depended on the companionship of his dog while fighting in Afghanistan. “Operation Allie” is the transformational story of this U.S. Veteran and his dog Allie as they reunite.Preceded by: The Last Time I Heard True Silence
Precedes: Adventurmentalism
