Posted on Dec 13, 2016
What would you ask the creators of Patriots Day, a movie about the Boston Marathon bombing?
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From Patriots Day:
From acclaimed director Peter Berg (“Deepwater Horizon,” “Lone Survivor”) and Academy Award® nominee Mark Wahlberg (“The Departed,” “Lone Survivor”), CBS Films and Lionsgate present “Patriots Day.” Based on true events, “Patriots Day” is a powerful story of a community’s extraordinary courage in the face of adversity. An account of the events surrounding the Boston Marathon bombing, the tension-packed dramatic thriller chronicles in detail one of the most sophisticated and well-coordinated manhunts in law enforcement history.
The 2013 Boston Marathon bombing shattered lives and tested the fabric of the American spirit. But in its wake, an entire city came together to bring the perpetrators to justice before they could inflict further damage. Rather than give themselves over to panic and fear, the citizens of Boston banded together, choosing solidarity over divisiveness in pursuit of a common enemy.
From RP Staff:
There's a chance that Director Peter Berg and Sgt Jeff Pugliese might visit us at RP to answer some of your questions about the film. In advance of our discussion with them, let us know what you would ask if you could be here with us!
RallyPoint is honored to continue to support Lionsgate on this latest film. To learn more about the movie and its beneficiaries, click here: http://www.patriotsdayfilm.com/
From Patriots Day:
From acclaimed director Peter Berg (“Deepwater Horizon,” “Lone Survivor”) and Academy Award® nominee Mark Wahlberg (“The Departed,” “Lone Survivor”), CBS Films and Lionsgate present “Patriots Day.” Based on true events, “Patriots Day” is a powerful story of a community’s extraordinary courage in the face of adversity. An account of the events surrounding the Boston Marathon bombing, the tension-packed dramatic thriller chronicles in detail one of the most sophisticated and well-coordinated manhunts in law enforcement history.
The 2013 Boston Marathon bombing shattered lives and tested the fabric of the American spirit. But in its wake, an entire city came together to bring the perpetrators to justice before they could inflict further damage. Rather than give themselves over to panic and fear, the citizens of Boston banded together, choosing solidarity over divisiveness in pursuit of a common enemy.
From RP Staff:
There's a chance that Director Peter Berg and Sgt Jeff Pugliese might visit us at RP to answer some of your questions about the film. In advance of our discussion with them, let us know what you would ask if you could be here with us!
RallyPoint is honored to continue to support Lionsgate on this latest film. To learn more about the movie and its beneficiaries, click here: http://www.patriotsdayfilm.com/
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Did you cast anyone in the movie that was hurt by the horrific Boston Marathon Bombing?
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Peter Berg
We did. We had extras on Boylston St when we recreated the bombing who were on Boylston St the day of.
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LCDR Rich Bishop
Did you incorporate how they got radicalized? How social media played a part in there radicalization, how social media helped law enforcement and how some people scammed people on social media to donate funds? Was there any NSA surveillance support?
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PO1 Kerry French
LCDR Rich Bishop - I am betting that they got what we call radicalized through the Internet listening to extremist fundamental orthodox imams Who were telling them they could go straight to paradise by waging jihad against the infidels and that they would get 72 houries and that 70 of their family members would also be able to go to paradise because of their act.
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Cameron Daly
No but it's not supposed to be a documentary. Although most likely there were people at the bombing there as extras. There was a very good documentary done on the bombing which has a ton of survivors on HBO. Patriot's Day had some exaggerated scenes (mainly in the shootout with the police) for dramatic effect, but otherwise a great movie. BTW I'm from Boston born and raised, my little sister was at the corner of Mass Ave and Boylston during the bombings (unhurt).
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RP Member and Connections check out this RP Team Discussion and let's get some great questions out to Peter Berg and Sgt Jeff Pugliese, so we can get some awesome responses. Let's make it happen!
SGT Erik Wells CPL Bryan Claeys SSgt Karen Lonewolf COL John Carter SGT Shawn Malloy GySgt Melissa Gravila Christy Coleman
SGT Erik Wells CPL Bryan Claeys SSgt Karen Lonewolf COL John Carter SGT Shawn Malloy GySgt Melissa Gravila Christy Coleman
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PO2 Steven Hardy
GySgt Melissa Gravila - Mark Wahlberg said in an interview that he wanted them to get it "right".
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GySgt Melissa Gravila
PO2 Steven Hardy - thank you, because of my job, I don't watch too much TV- I appreciate you catching me up!
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PO2 Steven Hardy
GySgt Melissa Gravila - I don't watch TV at all. Hell, I don't even own one. I read the interview online.
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I noticed you all have set up a charity campaign for Patriots Day. I’m not sure if I’ve really ever heard of many motion pictures that have donated money to particular causes, even if those causes were the focus of the film! What's your favorite part about being able to support so many first responders around Boston?
Ps. This is really amazing. A friend of mine’s father is one of the first responders in this photo; I’m excited to tell her about your great effort and more excited his team will be receiving some extra help for all the good they do! Thank you!
Ps. This is really amazing. A friend of mine’s father is one of the first responders in this photo; I’m excited to tell her about your great effort and more excited his team will be receiving some extra help for all the good they do! Thank you!
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Peter Berg
This movie was inspired by the actions of the community but really by the first responders - medics, hospital workers. Supporting them is the best part.
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CH (COL) (Join to see)
Just a note...Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks were MAJOR donors to the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, VA after making Saving Private Ryan.
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What are your thoughts on Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren's proposed bill to make it easier for victims of terrorism to seek specialized care at military health care facilities?
This bill is named after Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes, two Boston Marathon bombing survivors who lost their legs and were treated at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Currently military hospitals are only accessible to civilians granted Secretarial Designee (SECDES) status.
This bill is named after Jessica Kensky and Patrick Downes, two Boston Marathon bombing survivors who lost their legs and were treated at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Currently military hospitals are only accessible to civilians granted Secretarial Designee (SECDES) status.
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SFC Louis Willhauck, MSM, JSCM, and ARCOM
Would be nice if all the veterans that need care were able to get what they need first!
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SPC Jeff Pugliese
There are thousands of individuals volunteering to keep our way of life safe and free. Unfortunately some of them are maimed for life. Military medical centers have more expertise dealing with these types of situations. If we can help someone in a situation like Patrick and Jessica, I think it's something great to do.
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Peter Berg
The relationship Patrick and Jessica developed with Walter Reed hospital is incredible. It makes sense from a medical standpoint. These doctors and facilities are unique and i think it's a good thing for society to bridge gap between civilians and military members.
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My question is for Peter Berg:
What difficulties did you face trying to bring Marcus Lutrell's story to the big screen and what advice would you have for trying to stay true to a story while making something engaging that movie goers will relate to and watch?
What difficulties did you face trying to bring Marcus Lutrell's story to the big screen and what advice would you have for trying to stay true to a story while making something engaging that movie goers will relate to and watch?
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This film must have been life changing to work on. I know many friends in Boston who remember this day vividly and showed tremendous strength. As you all began to tell this story through film, what were the most personally powerful moments for you?
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SPC Jeff Pugliese
The most powerful memory took place after the conclusion of everything. After Dzokar was captured. Other agencies were leaving the town driving away. Hundreds of people were outside applauding the police. I've been on the job 34 years, and I've never seen anything like that in my entire career.
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Most of the questions I would haveasked myself have already been brought up. Instead I want thank you and Mark Wahlberg for your awesome work and support of us veterans. As a former Army Infantryman and curently a police officer at Walter Reed, please do not hesitate to ask if you ever wish to pay a visit. Many of us veterans agree grateful for the work you have done, helping the world to better understand us as a whole.
I personally look forward to the movie! All the best!
I personally look forward to the movie! All the best!
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How do you manage making a film that simultaneously attracts and engages a paying audience while also respecting and staying true to the facts of a horrible tragedy that impacted so many real people?
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