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Washington, D.C. will host the second annual GI Film Festival May14-18. The festival will present both classic and premier films from international and domestic filmmakers celebrating the heroic stories of the American Armed Forces and the worldwide struggle for freedom and liberty. The American Legion is a sponsor of the event, which will be held at the Carnegie Institution at 1530 P Street, NW. The GI Film Festival, www.gifilmfestival.com, will include:
- Film screenings presented by award-winning Hollywood actors and directors. Scheduled presenters include Gary Sinise, Robert Duval, James Franco and Ron Maxwell.
- Panel discussions ranging from the 100 greatest war films of all-time to the portrayal of GIs in film and the media.
- Cocktail parties featuring celebrities, top military leaders and film-makers.
- Special appearances by Dale Dye, James McEachin, Karri Turner, Leeann Tweeden, Gen. Richard Myers, Gen. George Casey and Gen. Richard Cody.
“Everyday, we Americans live our lives and pursue our dreams under the umbrella of protection provided by the men and women in the American Armed Forces,” said GI Film Festival President Brandon Millett. “The GI Film Festival is our opportunity to give something back to our soldiers who sacrifice everything they have so we may continue to live in freedom.”
The event is open to all members of the general public. For more information, please visit www.gifilmfestival.com.
