Gary Sinise Presents Travis: A Soldier's StoryGary SiniseTuesday, July 8, 2014 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (PDT) |
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Event Details
Please join Gary Sinise for a film screening and benefit featuring Travis: A Soldier's Story, the inspiring true story of SSG Travis Mills.
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Travis: A Soldier’s Story is a challenging documentary featuring the inspiring true story of United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne. Travis lost portions of both arms and legs as the result of an IED (improvised explosive device) on April 10, 2012 while on patrol during his third tour of duty in Afghanistan. Travis is one of just five quadruple-amputees from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan to survive such extensive injuries. Featuring powerful interviews and emotional reenactments from Travis and Kelsey Mills, and fellow soldiers who witnessed the events of April 10th, Travis: A Soldier's Story is an intimate look into the life of a wounded solider as he faces the unimaginable physical and emotional challenges of this life-altering injury. Travis’s story sheds light on the daily inward and outward struggles of our wounded veterans and the difficult rehabilitation processes they face. Travis’s openness and incredible perseverance will challenge us to look at the way we deal with our own personal trials in life.
Schedule of events
6:30 PM……………………………………................................................................Doors Open
7:15 PM ……………………………......................................................Travis: A Soldier's Story
8:30 PM...............……………………………............Q&A with Gary Sinise, Travis Mills and the Naval Medical Center San Diego Team
Host
Gary Sinise
Venue
Village Theatre Coronado
820 Orange Ave
Coronado, CA 92118
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased through this eventbrite website. Guests should bring their printed ticket to the event, which can be printed via email upon completing their online purchase. The venue will also maintain a guest list, and attendees may be checked in this way as well.
Attire
Suggested attire is business casual, and members of the military and ROTC are encouraged to dress in uniform.
Film Rating
This film is rated "PG." However, due to the topic of this film, it is recommended that no children under the age of 13 attend the premiere.
Proceed Beneficiaries
Proceeds will help build a custom Smart Home for Travis through the Gary Sinise Foundation's R.I.S.E program.
Access to latest updates about the film
Website: www.travisthemovie.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travisthemovie
Twitter and Instagram Hashtag: #travisthemovie
Twitter: @travisthemovie
Access to more information about SSG Travis Mills
Website: www.travismills.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ssgtravismills
Twitter and Instagram: @ssgtravismills
When & Where
Village Theater
820 Orange Ave
Coronado,
CA 92118
Tuesday, July 8, 2014 from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (PDT)
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Organizer
Gary Sinise
For over thirty years, actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise has stood as an advocate for America’s servicemen and women. Since the attacks of September 11th, his dedication to our nation’s active duty defenders, veterans and first responders has become a tireless crusade of support, service and gratitude. His portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in the landmark film “Forrest Gump” formed an enduring connection within the military community. After several USO handshake tours in 2003, Sinise formed the “Lt. Dan Band”. The band began entertaining troops at home and abroad during Sinise's downtime from the set of CSI: NY, eventually performing nearly 50 shows a year. Sinise is also a spokesperson for many veterans organizations and serves on executive councils for The Medal of Honor Foundation, the USO, and as an advisory board member for Hope for the Warriors and Snowball Express. He has received many distinguished awards including the Presidential Citizens Medal, the second-highest civilian honor awarded to citizens for exemplary deeds performed in service of the nation. He is only the third actor in history to receive this honor. Sinise was named an Honorary Marine by General Amos as well as an honorary Chief Petty Officer by the Navy. He was also awarded the Outstanding Civilian Service Award by the Chief of Staff of the Army, General Odierno. Through its R.I.S.E (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) Outreach and Building for America’s Bravest™ partnership, the Gary Sinise Foundation is building custom Smart Homes for severely wounded veterans. In addition to the Foundation's numerous partnerships with corporations like Sysco, American Airlines and Paul Mitchell Schools, they recently teamed with GE on GetSkillstoWork.org, a program designed to help veterans put their military experience to use in civilian jobs. Giving back to those who sacrifice for our nation and encouraging others to do the same has become Gary Sinise’s personal quest and what he hopes will endure as a legacy of service to others.
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