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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By iron giant
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Its difficult to make a review as the other reviewers here have most kindly put forth all my sentiments that they have described regarding this fine movie" Memorial Day ".So just let me say that for all that war does, tearing at our hearts and souls, its memory never to be forgotten by the men and women who defended there countrys honor with there lives, to save lives,and at times give theres,the fact they that are carrying emotions of its devistation and brutal fatality with the loss of friends in war and parents and there sons and daughters goes hand in hand and that goes along for an eternity which in the end a mind so over come with its haunting end that it is never to be forgotten by young and old and all the people that stayed 21 forever and never came home.Memorial day is that movie that remembers and never forgets.The movies core in believable in everyway and is in fact based on events that im sure happened to many veterans of all wars.This movie is touching and at times enduring with family support and overwelming need to be a wanting film that touches you in many ways.Too all the veterans that watch "Memorial Day" i bid you good health and hope you enjoy this great little movie and a big thanks to all.You will never be forgotten for everything youve done and did and will do,we salute you all.Everyday !!!!
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By trek fan
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
Now heirs a stark reminder of what war can do to family's when their loved ones leave
to fight in a war that sometimes and mostly have no meaning even though war has been
going on for thousand of years but it is something that's necessarily to do i mean who wants
another country to invade yours.So i think everyone should see this movie it's so compelling
and a poignant reminder.The story is about a little 13 year old boy who found his grandpa
war chest but it's something that grandpa wants no part of but made him a deal anyway
to take three items and he will tell him the story of each one.Those story's are the one's you have to see
to make your own assumption.But i have to say i just love this man [James Cromwell] he is so good an
actor and his real son was pretty good too.You have to see this.
to fight in a war that sometimes and mostly have no meaning even though war has been
going on for thousand of years but it is something that's necessarily to do i mean who wants
another country to invade yours.So i think everyone should see this movie it's so compelling
and a poignant reminder.The story is about a little 13 year old boy who found his grandpa
war chest but it's something that grandpa wants no part of but made him a deal anyway
to take three items and he will tell him the story of each one.Those story's are the one's you have to see
to make your own assumption.But i have to say i just love this man [James Cromwell] he is so good an
actor and his real son was pretty good too.You have to see this.
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93 of 94 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Combat Veteran's Perspective
Mar 2 2012
By 36gOPFOR
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Format:Blu-ray
This movie is a poignant characterization of the conflict that combat veterans live with, during and after their experiences. Focused on a WWII U.S. Paratrooper and his grandson it gives us a sense of the emotions that many combat veterans of all eras may go through - having to make a decision during a war that you know is going to end badly for someone and then having to live with your decision or in having friends be killed or injured. Anyone who has had a family member or friend who has seen combat can recognize the defensive wall that many veterans erect as their way of dealing with the experience. Hopefully this movie will encourage at least some of those veterans to allow their friends and family to try to understand.
54 of 56 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must see for any generation!!
Mar 28 2012
By Megan
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Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was lucky enough to see a screening of this film, and was blown away. To echo the reviews below, it's more than a war movie, it's a family movie. The movie crosses multiple generations, and encompasses stories from two wars. For those from the WWII generation this will bring back their own memories from a time with the war was very much part of their daily life. For those with loved ones serving now it gives a real face to what is happening. For everyone else it's a solid reminder that memories are stories that need to be shared, that burdens can't be carried alone and that all generations have something to give to one another.
Additionally, it teaches us that Memorial Day is more than a time for picnics and BBQ, more than just a free day off and a parade but that it's a day when we honor and remember.
I strongly recommend this for anyone, not just those with military ties
Additionally, it teaches us that Memorial Day is more than a time for picnics and BBQ, more than just a free day off and a parade but that it's a day when we honor and remember.
I strongly recommend this for anyone, not just those with military ties
52 of 54 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Memorial Day
July 1 2012
By Col. Stevens
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Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a Marine veteran and grandfather, this film touched me on both counts. As a veteran, the meaning/importance of those small "souvenirs" one acquires during their time in service can be both cherished and guarded. This film approaches that importance with reverence without the carnage usually found in "military movies".
The closeness between the grandfather and his grandson was also touching and special. I am lucky to be very close to the only grandchild I have, a boy of 5 1/2. We have, since his birth, had a special relationship that continues to grow each day. I too have things to share with him someday.
Sometimes fathers, because of their role and lack of experience/wisdom, cannot share with their son, daughter, or other family members. With the years comes a realization of the memories tucked away which those "souvenirs" represent. This film helped in my confirmation of that.
I recommend this film to all Vet's and their families, and everyone else. I hope I have/will not be the only veteran/grandfather that is touched in this way. I also hope that it helps all who view it to share, respect, and understand those "things" that may never be spoken of by the veteran.
The "story" is 5 star. Own the DVD/Blue-Ray; share it with all who will sit still long enough to watch it. Lord knows we sit and watch allot less deserving films.
The closeness between the grandfather and his grandson was also touching and special. I am lucky to be very close to the only grandchild I have, a boy of 5 1/2. We have, since his birth, had a special relationship that continues to grow each day. I too have things to share with him someday.
Sometimes fathers, because of their role and lack of experience/wisdom, cannot share with their son, daughter, or other family members. With the years comes a realization of the memories tucked away which those "souvenirs" represent. This film helped in my confirmation of that.
I recommend this film to all Vet's and their families, and everyone else. I hope I have/will not be the only veteran/grandfather that is touched in this way. I also hope that it helps all who view it to share, respect, and understand those "things" that may never be spoken of by the veteran.
The "story" is 5 star. Own the DVD/Blue-Ray; share it with all who will sit still long enough to watch it. Lord knows we sit and watch allot less deserving films.
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