Body Of War released on DVD

RubysdadRubysdad Posts: 133
edited December 2008 in The Porch
BODY OF WAR RELEASED ON DVD OCT 28TH: ORDER THROUGH PEARLJAM.COM AND 25% OF THE SALE OF EACH DVD BENEFITS TOMAS YOUNG DIRECTLY
10.20.08

The acclaimed Phil Donahue/Ellen Spiro documentary, Body of War is set for DVD release on October 28th. Body of War tells the heart-wrenching tale of our friend and hero Tomas Young who was paralyzed from the chest down after serving in Iraq for just one week. Tomas is forced to deal with the realities of war each and every day. For Tomas, learning to cope with his disability meant finding his voice to speak out against the war in Iraq.

The Body of War DVD features special bonus content including the video created for Eddie Vedder's original song, "No More," which was penned for the film. 25% of the sale of each DVD sold through pearljam.com will benefit Tomas and his medical care directly. Pre-order here today.

SYNOPSIS
Directed by Phil Donahue and Ellen Spiro, the multi award-winning Body of War splits its time between Tomas's arduous daily reality in Kansas City, MO, and the legislative processes that led up to the invasion of Iraq in 2002. Senatorial speeches and a running tally of pro-war votes are interspliced with intimate footage of Tomas as he navigates through the acute physical and emotional impacts of his injury. A testament to the power of parallel images, the film adeptly juxtaposes the sanitized vantage point of Washington with raw personal experience. In the end, this contrast forces viewers to question the motives, methods, and ever-rising cost of the conflict in Iraq.

A deeply moving and bracingly honest film, Body of War narrates a story that must be heard—a story of courage, conviction, and resistance.

"A heart-wrenching and yet deeply affirming story" - The New York Times

"Unforgettably intimate ... Un-missable" - The Toronto Star

"Architecturally sound, emotionally ravaging... a ferocious film" - Washington Post

"Beautiful, heartbreaking and powerful ... has to be seen." - Kansas City Star

"Young represents an uncommon figure: a man thrust into the spotlight against his will,and adapting to serve something bigger than himself." - Los Angeles Times

WINNER Best Documentary National Board of Review:
NOMINEE Toronto International Film Festival: People's Choice Award

DVD FEATURES:

- Eddie Vedder Music Video "No More"
- MSNBC interview
- CSPAN coverage of the House and Senate debates
- Theatrical Trailer
- Deleted Scenes
- Filmmaker Biographies

For more information on Body of War, visit http://www.bodyofwar.com/ and http://www.bodyofwarmusic.com.
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  • DedvwDedvw Posts: 246
    sweet.
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 92,114
    any word of the film be released on blu-ray?
  • madtowndavemadtowndave Posts: 4,012
    Thanks for offering Body of War. I had much rather spend by $$ here than at Best Buy!!!
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  • Oops! Already pre-ordered it through amazon after all I've heard about this film and Tomas Young. At least I'll get it within a couple days of its release though. ;)
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  • Given to...Given to... Posts: 4,994
    Awesome! Wish it was out a few months ago. Would have been a good one to let my Republican friends watch before dinner and a debate I'm sure.
    "...would you like some forks?" EV 12-02-06
  • Given to...Given to... Posts: 4,994
    Rubysdad,
    Will it be in the goods section soon? The link to order it at Docuramafilms doesnt mention any of the proceeds going anywhere. I just need a little clarification before I buy it.
    "...would you like some forks?" EV 12-02-06
  • wolfbearwolfbear Posts: 3,965
    jaamfaan wrote:
    Rubysdad,
    Will it be in the goods section soon? The link to order it at Docuramafilms doesnt mention any of the proceeds going anywhere. I just need a little clarification before I buy it.
    I had the same question, although I would assume since they posted the link that it's correct. :)
    "I'd rather be with an animal." "Those that can be trusted can change their mind." "The in between is mine." "If I don't lose control, explore and not explode, a preternatural other plane with the power to maintain." "Yeh this is living." "Life is what you make it."
  • mdgsolomdgsolo Posts: 796
    I went ahead and ordered it through the link too, but thought it was strange that it took me to the site directly. Also, it says it is on sale, but it charged me full price upon checkout. Maybe that's the 25% that's going to TY and fam?
  • wolfbearwolfbear Posts: 3,965
    mdgsolo wrote:
    I went ahead and ordered it through the link too, but thought it was strange that it took me to the site directly. Also, it says it is on sale, but it charged me full price upon checkout. Maybe that's the 25% that's going to TY and fam?
    Yep, that site is odd. It says it's on sale from $26.95 to $21.56, which is a 20% discount, but when you click on purchase it comes up full price. Plus, nothing about a donation at all. ???
    "I'd rather be with an animal." "Those that can be trusted can change their mind." "The in between is mine." "If I don't lose control, explore and not explode, a preternatural other plane with the power to maintain." "Yeh this is living." "Life is what you make it."
  • zappa99zappa99 Posts: 285
    I am a 91 bravo (combat medic) I think it is appalling that this money only goes to a single combat member. Thousands are injured from the war, why just get one person, lets help out all these brave soldiers.

    http://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/IraqCoverage/story?id=163109&page=1

    http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/02/18/AR2006021801295.html

    http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?storyid=47488



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  • samnationsamnation Posts: 277
    jaamfaan wrote:
    Rubysdad,
    Will it be in the goods section soon? The link to order it at Docuramafilms doesnt mention any of the proceeds going anywhere. I just need a little clarification before I buy it.

    If you look at the link that they posted, it connects to the docurama site through an affiliate link. Affiliate systems track where a user enters the site from and credits that affiliate. So it's logical then to say that all clicks from the Pearl Jam link at pearljam.com are counted toward donations to Tomas Young:

    http://affiliates.docurama.com/jrox.php?id=10109_81
    Sam
  • mdgsolomdgsolo Posts: 796
    Hey there. Thanks for what you do. I think Thomas Young is a symbol and despite the thousands that also need help, I think it is great that we are able to support at least one- but you're right, we should all try and do more. However, I think the choice to support Thomas is not an affront to the others who have served and been injured or damaged in some way by this war. I don't get the impression that Thomas is getting rich off of these contributions and I think he has done a lot in shouting out a call for people to do just what this thread represents. So, while I respectfully disagree that this is an affront, I thank you none the less for an important message in an important time.

    zappa99 wrote:
    I am a 91 bravo (combat medic) I think it is appalling that this money only goes to a single combat member. Thousands are injured from the war, why just get one person, lets help out all these brave soldiers.

    http://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/IraqCoverage/story?id=163109&page=1

    http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/02/18/AR2006021801295.html

    http://www.fredericknewspost.com/sections/news/display.htm?storyid=47488



    http://soldiersangels.org/
  • zappa99 wrote:
    I think it is appalling that this money only goes to a single combat member.


    I think Tomas Young deserves 100% of the proceeds. He has done so much for Iraq veterans, and he gave every penny of his check from the soundtrack to the Iraq Veterans Against the War foundation. The man deserves more than he will ever get. I'm gonna buy 5 of them just because Tomas gets 25%.
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 92,114
    samnation wrote:
    If you look at the link that they posted, it connects to the docurama site through an affiliate link. Affiliate systems track where a user enters the site from and credits that affiliate. So it's logical then to say that all clicks from the Pearl Jam link at pearljam.com are counted toward donations to Tomas Young:

    http://affiliates.docurama.com/jrox.php?id=10109_81

    sweet! was wondering about that too! wait till 10club had it on sale, or do the purchase it from that site?

    *pre-order purchase just made!

    :)
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 92,114
    $26.95 for dvd. shipping is $9.95 to canada. $36.60 total.

    i haven't yet received a confirmation via email on the order.
    but did grab a screen shot of the final purchase process receipt.
    like i also do when i order anything online.

    :)
  • zappa99zappa99 Posts: 285
    Why does he deserve our support more than than the rest our injured troops troops in Iraq? Please back it up with some intelligent comments. If people just support this one man because of Eddie Vedder made him his cause that is horrible. No offense just want to know why??

    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12482733/
  • zappa99 wrote:
    Why does he deserve our support more than than the rest our injured troops troops in Iraq? Please back it up with some intelligent comments. If people just support this one man because of Eddie Vedder made him his cause that is horrible. No offense just want to know why??

    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12482733/


    It's really simple. Tomas Young is the reason the movie exists. He is the one who opened his door to the world to try and show people how wrong this war is. He is no more a patriot than any other US soldier who fought, but some of proceeds from this DVD which is about him and his family, I believe should go to him and maybe take a small burden off him financially.

    Then you have the kicker. It's Pearl Jam's decision to do this, not mine or yours. They can do what ever they want, and believe me they don't care what you or I think. They will do what they want, always have and always will.

    Did you know Tomas recieved a check for like 100,000 dollars for the soundtrack and every penny went to Iraq Vetrains against The War. The man is not out to get rich, but it's his film and I think he deserves a little piece of the proceeds. Anyway, how and the hell do you know what Tomas will do with the money, he may give it to some charity. It's not your call just because you were in the military. And Ed isn't my daddy, all he did was bring this to my attention, I formed my opinion after watching the man get a catheter put in by his mom on film.

    And believe me I don't want to argue about it, but I can't believe you think it is in anyway anyones decision other than Phil Donahue, Tomas Young and Pearl Jam's.
  • zappa99zappa99 Posts: 285
    No, I did not know that, so thanks its good to see that he helps all the injured vets out I appreciate your response.
  • zappa99 wrote:
    No, I did not know that, so thanks its good to see that he helps all the injured vets out I appreciate your response.


    No problem, sorry for the intense response but the film touched me like nothing I have ever seen.
  • OpenOpen Posts: 792
    Waiting for this for a while, the film never played in Dallas. Can't wait.
  • zappa99 wrote:
    Why does he deserve our support more than than the rest our injured troops troops in Iraq? Please back it up with some intelligent comments. If people just support this one man because of Eddie Vedder made him his cause that is horrible. No offense just want to know why??

    http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12482733/

    Phil Donahue? Shapin up to be a great agenda flick. I won't be buying this. I will donate some money somehow to veteran causes.
  • TiaMijaTiaMija Posts: 597
    I'm looking forward to finally seeing it, and the other two will be gifts.
    Go Tomas!
  • JebRandJebRand Posts: 38
    demetrios wrote:
    $26.95 for dvd. shipping is $9.95 to canada. $36.60 total.

    i haven't yet received a confirmation via email on the order.
    but did grab a screen shot of the final purchase process receipt.
    like i also do when i order anything online.

    :)

    That is way too expensive :)

    I suggest supporting the Toronto Screening for Body Of War instead:
    http://forums.pearljam.com/showthread.php?p=5956718#post5956718

    You can get 3 tickets for that price and still have funds left over for a donation. Or if you are not able to attend you can contribute to your PJ Karma with a donation
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 92,114
    JebRand wrote:
    That is way too expensive :)

    I suggest supporting the Toronto Screening for Body Of War instead:
    http://forums.pearljam.com/showthread.php?p=5956718#post5956718

    You can get 3 tickets for that price and still have funds left over for a donation. Or if you are not able to attend you can contribute to your PJ Karma with a donation

    sorry! already made the purchase of the dvd on that site day's ago.
    as for donations, forget about it!
    you know i'm down on donating, anyday my friend!

    :)
  • Wow, if the music video or other videos don't move you I don't know what will. Where was I in April? This message is so important. Here's the link just in case. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTbvqRytwgI PJ should post this to their news link
    yo....a future elderly woman behind the counter in a small town
  • Makes me sad and upset of the treatment for so many of our soldiers. I heard Tomas was in the hospital in July & went into a coma. Does anyone know if he is okay?
    yo....a future elderly woman behind the counter in a small town
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 92,114
    d'oh! :(

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  • yahamitayahamita Posts: 1,514
    We actually showed this video last night after the VFC video. To see Thomas' mother so involved with him and her other son who is in the military. She was an inspiration to me. What a strong, hands on woman with a voice for all to hear and learn from. And Thomas' wife..all i can say is what a woman! to be such a young bride and take on what she did..
    I knew all the rules, but the rules did not know me...GUARANTEED!

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  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 92,114
    Got an email just now from New Video. The DVD has been sent out!

    Sweet! :)
  • stuckinlinestuckinline Posts: 3,365
    watched it this past weekend. very moving documentary. excellent soundtrack!
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