Memorial Day

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The chance discovery of a World War II footlocker connects two generations of soldiers though the stories of the past in this earnest war drama starring James Cromwell and jonathan Bennett. Upon stumbling across his grandfather's war relics, 13-year-old Kyle probes for details about life on the battlefield. At first Bud (James Cromwell) is reluctant to discuss his tour of duty. Eventually, however, he agrees to tell Kyle the stories behind any three objects the curious youngster selects from the footlocker. As he...
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Overview

The chance discovery of a World War II footlocker connects two generations of soldiers though the stories of the past in this earnest war drama starring James Cromwell and jonathan Bennett. Upon stumbling across his grandfather's war relics, 13-year-old Kyle probes for details about life on the battlefield. At first Bud (James Cromwell) is reluctant to discuss his tour of duty. Eventually, however, he agrees to tell Kyle the stories behind any three objects the curious youngster selects from the footlocker. As he memories come rushing back, Bud finds himself transported back to Europe and reminded of the price he paid in the fight for freedom. Meanwhile, a glimpse into the future reveals how Kyle will use the wisdom gleaned from his grandfather while serving as a sergeant in Iraq and facing the difficult challenges that bond all soldiers as brothers.
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Special Features

Audio commentary featuring director Sam Fischer, writer Marc Conklin and actor John Cromwell; Behind the scenes
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 5/29/2012
  • UPC: 014381806724
  • Original Release: 2012

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  • Source: Image Entertainment
  • Presentation: Wide Screen
  • Time: 1:44:00
  • Format: DVD
  • Sales rank: 27,169

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Jonathan Bennett Kyle Vogel
James Cromwell Bud
John Cromwell Young Bud
Jackson Bond
Technical Credits
Sam Fischer Director, Executive Producer
Craig Christiansen Producer
Marc Conklin Original Story, Screenwriter
Bo Hakala Cinematographer
Paul Hartwig Score Composer
Kyle O'Malley Executive Producer, Original Story
Bill Rammer Editor
Jeff Traxler Executive Producer, Original Story
Mark Wojahn Production Designer
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Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Memorial Day
1. Titles [1:30]
2. Anbar Province, Iraq [5:12]
3. LT Kelly Tripp [2:21]
4. Memorial Day, 1993 [7:13]
5. Walther P38 [12:05]
6. The Rosary [11:53]
7. Ramadi, Iraq [11:38]
8. SGT Jack O'Hara [20:46]
9. "It is What it Is" [10:30]
10. "Welcome Back to the War" [14:27]
11. The Letter [6:15]
12. Credits [3:57]
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Menu

Disc #1 -- Memorial Day
   Play
   Chapters
   Extras
      Behind the Scenes
      Commentary With Director, Sam Fischer, Writer, Marc Conklin and Actor, John Cromwell - On
      Commentary With Director, Sam Fischer, Writer, Marc Conklin and Actor, John Cromwell - Off
   Subtitles
      English SDH
      Spanish
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