
Historical Hits and Misses in the Movie ‘Emperor’Romulo 'Mo' Ludan | Published: March 27, 2013 at 9:42 pmAs history, the movie “Emperor” is inconsistent. It gets a number of details wrong – often at the expense of Gen. Douglas MacArthur – but overall it succeeds in its attempt to make audiences realize and appreciate the impact of two disparate cultures on a horrific war. 25th Anniversary of ‘Full Metal Jacket’ – Yeah, There’s an App for ThatArmchair General | Published: August 13, 2012 at 12:42 pmFor the 25h anniversary of ‘Full Metal Jacket,’ an app debuts that features over 400 behind-the-scenes photos. Proceeds go to the Wounded Warrior Project. ‘Act of Valor’ – Active-Duty SEALS and Live Bullets in an Action ThrillerMedia Release | Published: January 31, 2012 at 11:15 amThe action-thriller Act of Valor used active-duty U.S. Navy SEALS and live ammunition during filming to create a more intense movie. Ben-Hur DVD GiveawayArmchair General | Published: November 07, 2011 at 6:06 pmWin a copy of the 50th Anniversary edition DVD of the film classic Ben-Hur! New Movie About Korean War Evacuation at HeungnamMedia release | Published: June 24, 2011 at 10:49 amDuring the Korean War, U.S. Marines and the South Korean military saved 100,000 civilians in one of the largest humanitarian wartime evacuations in history; now, that story will be the basis for a movie. The Conspirator – Movie InterviewJim Zabek | Published: May 06, 2011 at 4:40 pmThe history advisor to the movie The Conspirators, Fred Borch, sits down with Armchair General to discuss how he helped ensure the movie was accurate from both an historical and legal perspective. Winter in Wartime – Movie ReviewPublished: March 09, 2011 at 12:14 am‘Winter in Wartime,’ named best Dutch film in 2008, is part war film, part suspense thriller, part loss-of-innocence character study set against the Netherlands’ ‘Hunger Winter’ of 1944 – 45. It debuts in America March 18, 2011. The Americans on Hell’s Highway – DVD ReviewNeal West | Published: July 01, 2010 at 11:25 amThis Armchair General review of the DVD The Americans on Hell’s Highway praises the clever editing that melds period photos and film with action performed by modern reenactment groups. Captain Dale Dye, Military Advisor on ‘The Pacific’ – An InterviewPublished: March 11, 2010 at 12:31 amRetired U.S. Marine captain Dale Dye is the man Hollywood has called on to make sure their military facts are straight and combat scenes realistic in movies and television productions from “The Last of the Mohicans” to “The Pacific.” 100 Greatest Spy Movies – What’s Number 1?Armchair General | Published: December 02, 2009 at 6:45 pmHere’s your chance to choose the greatest spy movie of all time, from a list of 100 Greatest Spy Movies compiled by the editors of American History magazine! The Americans on D-Day – DVD ReviewPublished: August 19, 2009 at 3:47 pmThe Americans on D-Day is part documentary, part battlefield tour, incorporating WWII film clips and photos, maps and veterans’ reminisces with scenes shot in modern Normandy. An Armchair General review. Brothers At War – Interview with Jake Rademacher and Gary SiniseJay Wertz | Published: May 21, 2009 at 7:13 pmIn the documentary film ‘Brothers at War’ a civilian follows his two brothers, members of the 82nd Airborne Division, into the combat zones of Iraq. Exclusive interview with Director/producer Jake Rademacher and executive producer Gary Sinise. Brendan Gleeson as Winston Churchill in ‘Into the Storm’ – An InterviewGerald D. Swick | Published: May 20, 2009 at 11:37 amBrendan Gleeson talks about portraying British Prime Minister Winston in HBO Films’ Into the Storm and about his work in other historical dramas. GI Film FestivalMedia release | Published: May 08, 2009 at 1:28 pmThird annual, award-winning GI Film Festival to showcase 47 of the world’s best military films. Must-See TV Alert! Patton 360 – on HISTORYJerry D. Morelock | Published: April 17, 2009 at 5:37 pmPATTON 360 using cutting-edge animation, archival footage, and interviews with veterans of Patton’s Army to immerse viewers into the battles of World War II. Now appearing on HISTORY. The Red Baron Movie – A PreviewRick Martin | Published: April 13, 2009 at 7:24 pmThe Red Baron, a new film about Manfred von Richthofen, had its U.S. premier at the Reel Stuff Film Festival of Aviation in Dayton, Ohio, in March 2009. This preview praises the movie for its authentic-looking aircraft mockups and CGI. |
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