WWII
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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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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
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WWII POW Stories
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 12:30 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
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Salute to the Navy
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 1:00 pm
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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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The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel
Joseph Cahn / Healing, WWII / USA / 2016 / documentary / 104 mins
Peter Ertel found himself on differing sides during World War II, between serving five years in the German Army and eventually being considered “like family” by the Jewish. “The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel” documents this man’s unheard-of past.The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel
The Village Theatres Coronado
September 15, 2016 6:00 pm Sold Out
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USS Indianapolis: The Legacy
Sara Vladic / Local Film Showcase Selection, Marine, History, Navy, WWII / USA / 2016 / documentary / 98 mins
World War II heavy cruiser USS Indianapolis sank as a result of a devastating torpedo attack. After 5 days stranded in the Pacific, surviving members of the crew were rescued and their stories are told through a series of interviews in “USS Indianapolis.”Opening Night Screening & Reception Featuring USS Indianapolis: the Legacy
Museum of Photographic Arts
September 14, 2016 7:00 pm Sold outUSS Indianapolis: The Legacy
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 18, 2016 3:30 pm Sold Out
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WWII POW Stories
WWII
Two films from the WWII era, focusing on POWs and reconciliation.In This Program: Paper Lanterns, Forced Landing
WWII POW Stories
UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley at Hazard Center
September 17, 2016 12:30 pm
