v1911 Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 (edited) This book helped to change my view of servicemen, their families and what they have to endure. Easily one of my favorite reads.can I ask, what was your view of service members that made you change your view.While I always had a respect for servicemen, I hadn't given much thought for their families before. This book didn't paint a fairytale of a perfect relationship and was very honest about those struggles.I live in the great state of Texas. I my line of work, I interact with a great many people, lots of them are veterans. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't thank several of them for their service. When I can, I also support organizations that sell items that contribute to veterans and their families. Edit: Change my view probably wasn't what I meant. This book helped me to better understand what servicemen and their loved ones have to endure. Edited January 3, 2015 by v1911 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxWoodsHunterxX Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 While I always had a respect for servicemen, I hadn't given much thought for their families before. This book didn't paint a fairytale of a perfect relationship and was very honest about those struggles. I live in the great state of Texas. I my line of work, I interact with a great many people, lots of them are veterans. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't thank several of them for their service. When I can, I also support organizations that sell items that contribute to veterans and their families. Edit: Change my view probably wasn't what I meant. This book helped me to better understand what servicemen and their loved ones have to endure. it just sounded like you had a bad view prior to reading book that's why I asked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v1911 Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 I can see how my original post could be conveyed in that manner. Nothing could be further from the truth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PWSLMT Posted January 8, 2015 Share Posted January 8, 2015 Plan on seeing this one for sure. Everyone says it is a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHA-LEE Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 I seen this movie last night. I thought it was done very well. This movie is worth every penny to see it on the big screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2MoreChains Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 My wife said she would see it with me, but was wondering if there are any hard to watch scenes (i.e. landing craft on Omaha beach scenes from Saving Private Ryan). Can anybody comment? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Going to watch it tonight thanks to my son's download abilities! I even have popcorn! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truegent2004 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Very well done! A very sincere tribute to Kyle and all service men and women. 2morechains......a few grizzly scenes but your wife should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2MoreChains Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Very well done! A very sincere tribute to Kyle and all service men and women. 2morechains......a few grizzly scenes but your wife should be fine. Thanks, I'll let her know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toothandnail Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 Wife and I saw it last night as well, well worth it. The fake baby was pretty bad obvious but other than that well worth it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 OK I have my helmet on am prepared for the beat down. I would rather watch act of valor any day! This movie didn't do a thing for me. Just like the book didn't. Not up to Clint's usual standards. It will probably win an academy award though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Religious Shooter Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 This movie didn't do a thing for me. +1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striped1 Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 This movie is an excellent character study in Chris Kyle, how he who he was, why he fought and what the ramifications of his service were. It isn't pro or anti war. It is true to the book and based on Taya Kyle's statements and interviews, true to Chris. It is very well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outerlimits Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 if you've read the book, read this story. a bit long, but it sure makes you think. http://mpmacting.com/blog/2014/7/19/truth-justice-and-the-curious-case-of-chris-kyle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted January 17, 2015 Share Posted January 17, 2015 One thing in the article that I have never understood - perhaps someone can explain it to me ??? The Iraq military gassed Kurds and Iranians with poison gas, seems everyone agrees on that. As far as I can tell - poison gas is considered a "weapon of mass destruction" ! People claim that Iraq had no "weapons of mass destruction" ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul B Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Oh and what about the 215 tons of yellow cake uranium that was shipped to Canada after the war and never was heard of in the press again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
v1911 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Saw it this evening. It was well worth seeing on the big screen. They definitely changed a few things from the book to give the movie more of a linear plot feel, but it was well done. This could have easily been a great 4hr movie and they could have stayed more in line with the book. Never heard so many men sniffle at a movie. It was almost eerie how quiet everyone was while exiting the theater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatsauce Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 One thing in the article that I have never understood - perhaps someone can explain it to me ??? The Iraq military gassed Kurds and Iranians with poison gas, seems everyone agrees on that. As far as I can tell - poison gas is considered a "weapon of mass destruction" ! People claim that Iraq had no "weapons of mass destruction" ?? If memory serves, ingredients were found to make sarin and mustard gas but were so degraded and old it was a joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meatsauce Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 saw this movie tonight. good movie - I enjoyed how it focused solely on him. we didn't even see what was happening back home unless he was there or when he called home. didn't know until after the movie that Brad Cooper spent time talking to Chris Kyle for the movie before C.K. was killed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackstone Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 I saw the movie and apart from some small technical criticisms, felt it tried to convey his story in the book accurately. There was spontaneous and sustained applause at the end. America is hungry for heroes and leaders. The current crop of pygmies, both parties included, seem to be out of touch with the world as it is and infatuated with the world as they wish it was. This is extremely dangerous. Chris Kyle, whatever his foibles, accomplished great deeds of valor, on the battlefield that can not be diminished. He was not a saint but a man with flaws like each of us, perhaps more publicly known now. After seeing the movie was deeply moved by his sacrifice and the sacrifices of all of the men and women and their families, all volunteers, since 9/11. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jid2 Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 (edited) Great tribute to him. Theater was dead silent as people walked out. Edited January 19, 2015 by jid2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 http://www.ijreview.com/2015/01/234777-twitter-reactions-long-lines-see-american-sniper-huge-opening-weekend/?utm_source=afternoonalert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=email Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ummm Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Just watched the movie. It differs significantly from the book, imo. Tries to be a bit of an action movie, whereas the book paints more of a picture of a guy going to work everyday, and his job just happens to be to look through a scope for hours and hours. The movie fails to convey many points from the book I thought were really enjoyable, but no movie can ever encompass all the great details that a book can, so I get some of the omissions. Didn't think this was one of Eastwood's better jobs, and it barely even felt like an Eastwood movie, right until the ending tribute section, where Eastwood really shines. That section was extraordinarily well done, imo, and the movie is worth it just for those final minutes. Was also pleased that it didn't turn into a political thing. It stayed focused on the man himself, the sacrifices he and his family made and the service he gave -- as it should be. Well worth a watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louu Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Awesome movie. Make sure you get there probably a half hour early because we got there twenty minutes early and there was only about ten seats left, they were in the front row and on the side. Made the screen look warped and my neck hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeyedme Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 OK I have my helmet on am prepared for the beat down. I would rather watch act of valor any day! This movie didn't do a thing for me. Just like the book didn't. Not up to Clint's usual standards. It will probably win an academy award though. I'm with you Kevin. My wife and I left the theater scratching our heads trying to figure out what the movie was about. An action flick with some dramatic scenes yes, but zero character development and a weak story line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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