Healing
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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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How We Heal
Healing
Veterans share how they heal their invisible wounds.In This Program: Tourist, Living for the Ones Who Can’t, The Last Time I Heard True Silence, Operation Allie, Adventurmentalism
How We Heal
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 3:30 pm
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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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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
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Paper Lanterns
Barry Frechette / Healing, History, WWII / USA / 2016 / documentary / 60 mins
On a summer morning in 1945, Shigeaki Mori witnessed the U.S. drop two atomic bombs on Japan. One of the few survivors, he documented and honored the thousands of lives lost-- including 12 American Prisoners of War-- to provide closure and solace for the families.Precedes: Forced Landing
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WWII POW Stories
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 12:30 pm
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Return to Dak To
Christopher Upham / Vietnam, Healing / USA / 2015 / documentary / 50 mins
In 1969, a 61-day siege during the Vietnam war killed half of the 600 American soldiers in the 299th Engineer Battalion. During the 40th Anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, five surviving men return to Dak To, Vietnam, where the disaster that haunts them still takes place.Preceded by: Tom’s War
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Thank You for Your Service
Tom Donahue / Iraq, Healing / USA / 2015 / docmentary / 88 mins
This film takes a hard look at our understanding of war trauma and the policies that result. The film’s director interweaves the stories of four struggling Iraq War veterans through candid interviews with top military and civilian leaders. The film argues for significant change and offers a roadmap of hope.Thank You for Your Service
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 7:30 pm
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Tom’s War
Julie Zammarchi / Vietnam, Healing, Army / USA / 2016 / narrative / 2 mins
Tom Geerdes, a Vietnam veteran, remembers his long journey toward healing after returning home from the war.Preceded by: Escape from Firebase Kate
Precedes: Return to Dak To
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Tourist
Jared Jakins / Vietnam, Healing / USA / 2016 / documentary / 17 mins
“Tourist” follows an aging veteran’s return to Vietnam after 45 years. After a unique experience in the war as a U.S. military advisor, the film’s subject provides a largely unknown perspective on an increasingly forgotten war. This film explores themes of guilt, healing and the painful ironies of war. The short film was shot over a ten-day period in Vietnam.Precedes: Living for the Ones Who Can’t
